James E PhelpsPartnership Attorney in Mesa, AZ

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James E. Phelps is the managing partner of Phelps LaClair, PLC, located in Mesa, Arizona. A native Arizonan with deep familial roots in the state, James developed a passion for the law early in life, inspired by his father, an estate planning attorney. Since being admitted to the bar in 1999, he has dedicated his practice to estate planning, trust administration, personal injury, probate, and tax law, with a particular focus on helping clients achieve peace of mind through proactive legal strategies. Throughout his career, James has advised thousands of clients on creating trusts and estate plans that safeguard assets, reduce estate taxes, and facilitate the avoidance of probate. His diverse clientele encompasses individuals with both modest and substantial estates, providing him with invaluable insights into effective estate management. James has extensive experience handling trusts and estates after clients pass, equipping him with a unique perspective on best practices in this critical area of law. He is also committed to educating the community on the significance of estate planning, regularly presenting seminars for various organizations and the public. James graduated summa cum laude with a degree in accounting from Arizona State University in 1996 and earned his law degree cum laude from J. Reuben Clark Law School in 1999. He is an active member of the State Bar of Arizona Probate and Trust Section, WealthCounsel, the Maricopa County Bar Association, and the J. Reuben Clark Law Society. Outside of his professional life, James enjoys a balanced lifestyle with his wife, Jolene, and their three active children, engaging in activities such as competitive tennis, coaching youth sports, and exploring the outdoors through backpacking and paddle boarding.

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