Atty. James T. Giel

Atty. James T. Giel

James T. Giel (“Jim”)has a broad range of experience in public finance.

Phoenix Phoenix 33 yrs experience 33 year
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About James T. Giel at a glance

James T. Giel is a Member based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Gust Rosenfeld P.L.C.. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on government. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (Inactive) (1993), Arizona (1997), and Colorado (inactive) (1997). Educated at Temple University (J.D., 1993) and Arizona State University (B.S., 1988). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of inactive) •Colorado Bar Association (inactive, Professional Associations •National Association of Bond Lawyers •State Bar of Arizona •Public Law •State Bar of New Mexico. Serands clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James T. Giel (“Jim”)has a broad range of experience in public finance
  • During the past 33 years, he has represented school districts, community facilities districts, fire districts, other special districts, and local underwriters as bond counsel, issuer’s counsel, special district counsel, borrower’s counsel, and underwriter’s counsel
  • He has been counsel on numerous transactions involving general obligation bonds, assessment bonds, revenue bonds, lease financings, and formation and consolidation elections
  • Jim also has experience with special districts and the development of financing tools that are integral to the community facilities district practice, having represented some of the largest CFDs in Arizona
  • He has served as election counsel to many school districts and fire districts for bond, override, lease, and land sale elections
  • Jim has experience with tax-credit financings, including Build America Bonds, Qualified School Construction Bonds, Qualified Zone Academy Bonds, New Clean Renewable Energy Bonds, and Qualified Energy Conservation Bonds
  • Jim has also represented regional investment banks, conduit issuers, manufacturing entities, housing developers, nonprofit organizations, and airports
  • Legal Updates & Firm News Aug 23, 2023 - Press Release The Best Lawyers in America 2024 Names Gust Rosenfeld Attorneys “Lawyer of the Year” “Ones to Watch” and “Best Lawyers” Aug 23, 2023 Gust Rosenfeld Lawyers Named Phoenix Magazine 2023 Top Lawyer Professional Recognition Phoenix Magazine 2022 Top Lawyers - Government & Administrative

Practice Areas Explained

James T. Giel's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James T. Giel handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 andnue, 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.

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Where is James T. Giel's law office located?
James T. Giel's law practice is located in Phoenix, Arizona. The firm is Gust Rosenfeld P.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James T. Giel handle?
James T. Giel focuses on government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
How long has James T. Giel practiced law?
James T. Giel has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did James T. Giel go to law school?
James T. Giel earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.S., 1988).
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What awards or recognition has James T. Giel received?
James T. Giel's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Temple University
- 1993
B.S.
Arizona State University
- 1988

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

New Mexico (Inactive)
Admitted: 1993
Arizona
Admitted: 1997
Colorado (inactive)
Admitted: 1997

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