Robert B Fleming

Robert B Fleming

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 49 years

Trusts Lawyer at Tucson, AZ
Practice Areas: Trusts, Estate Planning, Guardianship

1745 E. River Rd., Suite 101, Tucson, AZ

About Robert

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Trusts 40%

Trusts and trust administration, with focus on special needs trusts and planning. Includes third-party special needs trusts (established by family members for a loved one with a disability) and self-settled trusts (established for the benefit of a personal injury plaintiff or inheriting family member with a disability). We draft trusts, represent trustees or beneficiaries, and in some cases act as trustee.

49 years

40%
Estate Planning 30%

Tax and estate planning for individuals and couples, including parents and other relatives of individuals with disabilities

49 years

30%
Guardianship 30%

Guardianship (of the person) and conservatorship (of the estate) for minors and those with disabilities. We act as guardian or conservator, or represent family members in seeking guardianship or conservatorship, or represent the ward or proposed ward in such proceedings

49 years

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 375-400 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 49 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1976

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Montana for 28 years

State: Montana

Acquired: 1997

Resigned/Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Fleming & Curti, PLC

1745 E. River Rd., Suite 101, Tucson, AZ, 85718

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Robert B Fleming's Reviews

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Posted by Rob | May 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Fleming & Curti

Robert and his staff are expert and friendly. They have written wills for my wife and me along with all the ancillary documents. I’ve also referred many friends and clients to Robert including my own parents. Now that’s an endorsement!

Robert Fleming

Replied last May 22, 2018

Thank you, Rob. We value feedback from our clients, and love it when they feel like they were well served!

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Robert B Fleming's Lawyer Endorsements

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Emily Kile

Elder law lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Robert wrote the "Elder Law Answers" book so that should be pretty good evidence of his knowledge and commitment to the practice area! Robert is an amazing asset to the community, an outstanding attorney and most importantly, a caring and generous person. I refer clients to Robert and his partners, on a regular basis."

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Lawrence Davidow

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Other

"Robert is entirely committed to the field of Elder Law and his passion and enthusiasm benefit his clients and co-workers. I have known Robert for years and would trust him with the most complex matters. He is knowledgeable, efficient and extremely proficient. I have recommended many clients to Robert and will continue to do so with the utmost of confidence."

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Benjamin Burnside

Estate planning lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Robert is nationally recognized as a premier leader in the estate planning and elder law fields. His expertise as a lawyer and a leading resource in the education and furtherance of the legal community are widely sought. He is an asset to the community and an attorney I would unequivocally recommend."

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Craig Wisnom

Trusts lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Robert's obviously one of the top attorneys in this field in the community. I am most impressed that he is able to work to bring resolutions that are in the best interests of his clients, rather than costly litigation that is in the best interest of the lawyer. He has helped resolve cases both tremendously complex and simply acrimonious in a very effective manner that is in the best interests of those involved."

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Geraldine Champion

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Robert Fleming is among the top 1% of lawyers with whom I have worked. Robert's analytical skills, creativity, and persistence repeatedly win the day for his clients. I would rely upon Robert's judgement on any issue arising from estate planning or guardianship in Arizona."

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Janet Lowder

Trusts lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Peter Axelrod

Elder law lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Robert Fleming has an excellent reputation in the community. His practice on behalf of elders is a model for our senior citizen, and any client who has Robert representing him is in the best of hands."

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Thabet Khalidi

Estate planning lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Robert is not only an excellent lawyer but also an asset to our community."

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Baird Brown

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Robert for over 25 years as a colleague and friend. Often, I need to refer a client to an Arizona attorney. Robert is the first Arizona lawyer who comes to mind. I have worked with him (and his staff) on numerous cases over the years and would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone seeking an attorney for estate planning, elder law or guardianship issues in Arizona. He is insightful and intellectually honest! Give him a call and let him know Baird says hello."

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Jonathan Millet

Trusts lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Friend

"Mr. Fleming is one of the leading experts in Arizona for special needs trusts. He cares about his clients and offers flat fees for many different types of trust. I highly recommend him. (I came to know Mr. Fleming during law school)."

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Douglas Chalgian

Elder law lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Friend

"I can add nothing to the statements that have already been made re: Mr. Fleming’s credentials and qualifications. He is recognized nationally as a visionary and leader in the law, and particularly in the areas of elder law and special needs. My interactions with him have only confirmed the fact that he is deserving of all the recognition he has received."

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Lance McKinney

Trusts lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Robert as one of the top lawyers in Trusts and Elder law. He has the strongest grasp of both local and National laws governing trusts in general and special needs trusts to protect assets for elders and the disabled. The best part is he is able to keep it practical for the client."

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Howard Roitman

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Timothy Crawford

Guardianship lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. he is hard working, intelligent, and very knowledgeable. he would be able to help you."

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Ronald Zack

Elder law lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Robert Fleming has shaped the field of elder law and is well established as a leader and an expert in the field. I, personally, have learned a great deal from his books, workshops and seminars. We are all fortunate that Robert Fleming so willingly shares his knowledge with members of the legal community."

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Todd Whatley

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Robert is THE leader in the country for Elder Law. He has written the book referenced by pretty much every elder law attorney in the country. Robert is one of the good guys and is highly revered by all elder law attorneys."

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Stephen Spano

Elder law lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Other

"Robert Fleming is the elder law attorney most recognized and respected by the pre-eminent elder law attorneys in the United States. I and many other attorneys owe him a great deal. The public owes him even more as his fanatical devotion to the highest ethical standards sets the bar for all professionals."

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Peter Sisson

Elder law lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Robert is a very accomplished elder law attorney yet very approachable and willing to help colleagues. If I had a relative in Arizona who needed elder law assistance, I would call Robert."

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David McGuffey

Elder law lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Those individuals who practice Elder Law are part of a small, but growing community. Anytime you join a community, you quickly learn who's been there for awhile, for example, who's the Smith that Smithville was named after. If there was such a person for the Elder Law community, then it might be Robert Fleming. Robert is, without a doubt, one of the best elder law attorneys in the United States. I recommend Robert to anyone who is looking for an Elder law attorney or a special needs trust attorney in Arizona."

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Henry Goodall

Elder law lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Fleming is an attorney whom others look to for advice. His insights are always valuable. If I have a knotty problem, he is one of the first attorneys I consider referring to."

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Emily Kile

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Stephanie Tribe

Estate planning lawyer

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Skip Tylman

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Bryn Poland

Elder law lawyer

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Marsha Goodman

Elder law lawyer

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Jacquelyne Mingle

Estate planning lawyer

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Lauren Talkington

Estate planning lawyer

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Dennis Christensen

Elder law lawyer

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Charles Robinson

Elder law lawyer

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Stephen Dale

Estate planning lawyer

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Yvette Banker

Guardianship lawyer

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Joseph Weiler

Elder law lawyer

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Craig Wisnom

Estate planning lawyer

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Thabet Khalidi

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Mary O'Byrne

Elder law lawyer

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Geraldine Champion

Elder law lawyer

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Edward Wilcenski

Trusts lawyer

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Neal Winston

Elder law lawyer

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Lawrence Davidow

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2010

SuperLawyer, Arizona SuperLawyers

2009

SuperLawyer, Arizona SuperLawyers

2008

SuperLawyer, Arizona SuperLawyers

2007

Arizona SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers

1994

Fellow, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Managing Partner, Fleming & Curti, PLC

1981 - 1986

Public Fiduciary, Pima County, Arizona

Associations

1997 - Present

American College of Trust and Estate Counsel

Fellow

1984 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

2010 - 2011

Arizona Fiduciary Association

President

2008 - 2010

National Elder Law Foundation

President

Sample of Legal Cases

Estate of Johnson

Court of Appeals ruled that will provision did not violate the rule against perpetuities.

Fleming v. Rasmussen by Mitchell

Guardian's authority confirmed

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Education

1976

University of Arizona College of Law

J.D.

1974

Utah State University

BS

Speaking Engagements

2019

Estate Planning & Community Property Seminar Digital Wills

Publications

2009

Aspen Publishers Elder Law Answer Book - 3rd Edition

Languages

English

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