Atty. Andrew Abraham
Joined Burch & Cracchiolo in 1983 Andy Abraham is certified as a Real Estate Specialist by the Arizona Board of Legal Specialization and has been listed in Best Lawyers in America for Real Estate Transactions since 2008 and in every edition of Southwest Super Lawyers. In the upcoming 2011 edition, Andy was voted among the top 50 lawyers in Arizona by his peers.
Business & Corporate Law & More Attorney · Serving Phoenix, AZ · 44+ Years Experience
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About Andrew Abraham at a Glance
Andrew Abraham is a Shareholder based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Burch Cracchiolo P A. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on residential, business, real estate, zoning, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in Arizona (1982) and Oregon United States Supreme Court United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit United State (2010). Educated at Claremont McKenna College (B.A. Political, 1979) and Arizona State University College of Law J.D. 1982 Managing Editor Arizona State University College of Law J.D. Arizona State Law Journal (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Andrew Abraham
- Joined Burch & Cracchiolo in 1983 Andy Abraham is certified as a Real Estate Specialist by the Arizona Board of Legal Specialization and has been listed in Best Lawyers in America for Real Estate Transactions since 2008 and in every edition of Southwest Super Lawyers
- In the upcoming 2011 edition, Andy was voted among the top 50 lawyers in Arizona by his peers
- He is included among Arizona's Finest Lawyers and is an AV® Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 peer review rated attorney in Martindale-Hubbell
- In the course of his 28 years of practice at Burch & Cracchiolo, Andy has successfully tried real property cases to verdict, including adverse possession claims and condemnation matters
- He closed over 100 loans, most of which were in excess of $1 million and cured hundreds of title claims
- Prior to joining the firm in 1983, Andy served for one year as law clerk to The Honorable Frank X. Gordon, Vice Chief Justice of the Arizona Supreme Court, during 1982-1983
- Concentrating his practice primarily in the areas of commercial litigation, real estate-related litigation and real estate transactions, Andy also has substantial experience in the area of franchisor/franchisee relations
- He has served as lead counsel in numerous state and federal court trials
- Honors & Awards Selected, Best Lawyers in America Real Estate Law - 2008-2015 edition Real Estate Litigation - 2008-2015 edition Selected, Southwest Super Lawyers 2007-2015 Selected, Top 50 Lawyers in Arizona by Southwest Super Lawyers 2011, 2014 Selected, Arizona's Finest Lawyers 2011-2015 Ranked AV® Preeminent™ 5.0 out of 5 by Martindale-Hubbell Representative Engagements Representation of a national insurance carrier in a federal court trial including claims of breach of contract, bad faith and punitive damages
- Representation of a franchisee in connection with franchise termination proceedings both before state administrative agencies and in the state superior court
- Representation of numerous lenders and borrowers in connection with real estate loan negotiations and transactions
- Representation of landowners in connection with land use general plan amendments and rezoning involving large tracts of undeveloped land
- Representation of landlords and tenants in connection with negotiation and drafting of numerous commercial leases
- Representation of landlords and tenants in numerous litigation matters involving lease-related disputes
- Representation of title companies and insurers with respect to claims and coverage disputes
- Representation of professionals and business owners in partnership-type business disputes and buy-out transactions
- Professional Leadership Judge Pro Tem Chairman (2003-2005)
- Member (1993-2005), Arizona State Bar Board of Legal Specialization President, Arizona State University College of Law Alumni Association (1993-1995) Professional Affiliations American Bar Association State Bar of Arizona Community Involvement Board Member and President, Temple Solel (1990-2004) Board Member, Casselman Foundation (1995 to present) Board Member, Steele Foundation (2009 to present)
Practice Areas Explained
Andrew Abraham's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Andrew Abraham handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Phoenix.
Residential Real Estate in Phoenix
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Business & Corporate Law in Phoenix
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Phoenix
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Andrew Abraham is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Arizona →
Land Use & Zoning in Phoenix
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Estate & Trust Litigation in Phoenix
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Phoenix
Practicing law in Arizona. Legal matters in Arizona are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Phoenix are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Arizona state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Arizona brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Arizona courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Phoenix Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Phoenix-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Phoenix Choose Andrew Abraham
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Andrew Abraham's practice in the field of residential, business, real estate, zoning, and estate litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Andrew Abraham brings 44+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Arizona and Oregon United States Supreme Court United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit United State, Andrew Abraham can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering residential, business, and real estate, Andrew Abraham can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Phoenix
A Phoenix-based practice means Andrew Abraham attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Andrew Abraham Handles in Phoenix
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