Practice areas
Mental Health Law
Languages spoken
English
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZ | Active | 2003 | 10/01/2019 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Top Lawyer | The Global Directory of Who's Who | 2015 |
| Top 100 | The National Trial Lawyers | 2014 |
| Top 40 Under 40 | The National Trial Lawyers | 2014 |
| Continuing Legal Education 3.0 hours | Personal Injury Trials: From Pre-trial planning through Judgment -Live- PHOENIX - 13231-454 | 2013 |
| At Loggerheads with Logerquist: New Rule 702 (CLE-.5hr) | Arizona Public Defender Association | 2012 |
| Peer to Peer File Sharing...(CLE-1.5hr) | Arizona Public Defender Association | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Cell Phone Activity: Tracking Location... (CLE-.5hr) | Arizona Public Defender Association | 2012 |
| Computer Encryption and the Fifth Amendment (CLE-1.25hr) | Arizona Public Defender Association | 2012 |
| Firearms Familiarization (CLE-1hr) | Maricopa County Public Defender's Office | 2012 |
| Battles in the Trenches at the Front Line (CLE-1.5hr) | Arizona Public Defender Association | 2012 |
| Intro to Sex Crime Defense (Part II) (CLE-1.5hr) | Arizona Public Defender Association | 2012 |
| 2012 Search and Seizure Update (CLE-1.5hr) | Arizona Public Defender Association | 2012 |
| Annual Case Law Update (CLE-1.5hr) | Arizona Public Defender Association | 2012 |
| The NICHD Protocols...(CLE-1.5hr) | Arizona Public Defender Association | 2012 |
| Haiti Crisis Update...(CLE-1.0)hr) | West Legal Ed Center | 2010 |
| Pay to Play Rule (CLE-1.0hr) | West Legal Ed Center | 2010 |
| Introduction to WestlawNext (CLE-1.0hr) | West Legal Ed Center | 2010 |
| Legal Implications of Arizona SB 1070 (CLE-1.25hr) | West Legal Ed Center | 2010 |
| Potential Impact of SB1070 (CLE-1.0hr) | Maricopa County Public Defender's Office | 2010 |
| Rule 32-Post-Conviction Relief Survival Guide (CLE-1.5hr) | Maricopa County Public Defender's Office | 2010 |
| Offender Screening Tool Training/ Zach Dal Pra (CLE-2.0hr) | Maricopa County Public Defender's Office | 2010 |
| PI from A to Z, A comprehensive Overview... (CLE-2.75hr) | State Bar of Arizona | 2010 |
| Personal Injury Claims: Important Updates...(CLE-1.5hr) | West Legal Ed Center | 2010 |
| Basic Skills of Trial Practice 10746-404 (CLE-5hr) | State Bar of Arizona | 2010 |
| Client Engagement Letters... (CLE-1.75hr) | State Bar of Arizona | 2008 |
| Client Interviewing/Fact Investigation (CLE-1.25hr) | State Bar of Arizona | 2008 |
| Motion Strategy and Importance of Motion Practice (CLE-1.5hr) | State Bar of Arizona | 2008 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Owner | Law Office of Paul E. Knost, PLLC | 2006 - Present |
| Lawyer | Maricopa Public Defender's Office | 2003 - 2006 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Bar of Arizona, Fee Arbitration Committee | Committee member | 2011 - Present |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTHERN IL U | law | N/A |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Goodyear, Arizona | Being a Catholic Lawyer | 2012 |
| Golden Key International Honour Society 2010 International Summit | Arizona Immigration Law SB 1070 | 2010 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| State of Arizona v. Scott Lee Smith | NOT GUILTY |
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Joseph Potashnik, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 21, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. He does great work for his clients!
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Vincenzo Capozzoli, General practice Attorney on Dec 10, 2015
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Ashelee Weeks, DUI and DWI Attorney on Nov 2, 2015
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Paul is an excellent attorney. He sincerely cares about his clients and works hard to gain a favorable outcome. You will not be disappointed.
Ryan Tait, Car accident Attorney on Oct 20, 2015
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Paul proved to be an invaluable asset in a very important trial where our respective clients were able to get a fantastic outcome, due in significant part to his insight and efforts. He is trustworthy and compassionate.
Marvin Davis, DUI and DWI Attorney on Sep 18, 2015
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I have known Paul for quite some time. He is a dedicated and aggressive lawyer who fights for his clients. I have personally witnessed Paul's lawyering skills in the courtroom and believe he is a top-notch lawyer whose adversarial skills are second to none!
Mark Clay, Immigration Attorney on Aug 19, 2015
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I highly endorse Mr. Knost. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I really want all people to contact him for help.
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Maria Gonzalez, Criminal defense Attorney on May 18, 2015
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I have known Mr. Knost for many years. We had a case together where we represented co-defendants. He is a great person and a very hard working and trustworthy attorney. He knows the law and will work hard for you.
Mark Murad, Immigration Attorney on Mar 21, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Raymond Kimble, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 25, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. I have known Paul for several years. Paul thoroughly investigates his Client's cases and works very hard to get great results
Melody Harmon, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 22, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
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I endorse this lawyer. Excellent attorney and highly recommended as an asset to this community.
Peter Marek, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 30, 2014
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I endorse Paul. Experience matters and you will get it here. Excellent local endorsements and reviews speak volumes. Read them. If your in the area call him first for a consultation.
Joshua Alexander, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 17, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. He is very well respected in the legal community.
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Richard Rosenstein, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 15, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Knost is a skilled and respected member of the legal community. He is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of his clients
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