Atty. Jake Curtis
After nearly twenty years of practicing primarily in the area of civil litigation, Jake has re-focused his practice on liquor licensing and compliance over the past several years. Jake now leads Burch & Cracchiolo’s liquor licensing and compliance department.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Phoenix, AZ
Profile Summary
About Jake Curtis at a Glance
Jake Curtis is a personal injury, employment, business, and litigation attorney based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Burch & Cracchiolo PA. Educated at The University of Iowa (J.D., 1999). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Serves clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jake Curtis
- After nearly twenty years of practicing primarily in the area of civil litigation, Jake has re-focused his practice on liquor licensing and compliance over the past several years
- Jake now leads Burch & Cracchiolo’s liquor licensing and compliance department
- In that role, Jake handles all manner of issues concerning compliance with Arizona’s liquor laws, including obtaining licenses for retailers, distributors and producers
- auditing liquor practices for compliance with local, state, and federal requirements
- responding to allegations of non-compliance, defending liquor violation complaints before the Arizona Department of Liquor (DLLC), including appeals to the Superior Court and Court of Appeals
- and the sale of quota licenses
- In addition, he handles summary suspensions, notice of violations of AZ Department of Health Services (AZDHS) COVID-19 guidelines, attestations, and compliance for notice of closure for bars and restaurants
- He is knowledgeable about recent changes to the law involving online delivery, craft brewing and local wineries
- Jake represents a wide range of clients from national grocery stores, hotel and restaurant chains to mom-and-pop bars, restaurants and liquor stores
- Jake’s experience with the administrative processes in Arizona has allowed him to also advise clients regarding medical marijuana and gaming issues
- Jake is a Southwest Super Lawyer and a Best Lawyer in America
- Jake continues to represent clients in complex civil litigation, specifically commercial/contract disputes, serious personal injury/wrongful death matters, and FDCPA, TPCA, and FCRA cases, including class actions
- He has been licensed to practice in the Navajo tribal courts for 19 years and regularly advises businesses about the unique requirements of doing business on the Navajo Nation and navigating the tribal court system
Practice Areas Explained
Jake Curtis's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jake Curtis handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Phoenix.
Personal Injury in Phoenix
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Employment Law in Phoenix
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Jake Curtis is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Arizona →
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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Civil Litigation in Phoenix
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 Jake Curtis
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 Jake Curtis's practice in the field of personal injury, employment, business, and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, employment, and business, Jake Curtis 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 Jake Curtis attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Jake Curtis Handles in Phoenix
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