Atty. Jeffrey M Manley

Atty. Jeffrey M Manley

Jeffrey Manley practices in the areas of estate planning, estate and trust administration, litigation, and corporate law focusing on counseling high income and high net worth individuals, families and closely held business organizations on tax, succession and asset protection utilizing a multidisciplinary integrated approach. Mr.

Phoenix Phoenix 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About Jeffrey M Manley at a glance

Jeffrey M Manley is a Shareholder based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at May Potenza Baran Gillespie P C. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Arizona U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, District of Arizona (1984). Educated at University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law (J.D., 1984) and Arizona State University (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Maricopa County Bar Association State Bar of Arizona. Serands clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Jeffrey Manley practices in the areas of estate planning, estate and trust administration, litigation, and corporate law focusing on counseling high income and high net worth individuals, families and closely held business organizations on tax, succession and asset protection utilizing a multidisciplinary integrated approach
  • Mr. Manley has over 30 years of experience serving as general counsel for multi-generational families, closely held businesses and professional corporations, preparing succession plans, minimizing taxes and avoiding litigation
  • Areas of Concentration Sophisticated estate planning and tax avoidance Business succession planning Estate and trust administration and litigation Closely held companies and family business law, including formation, maintenance, and disposition of corporations, partnerships, and LLCs Tax planning and controversies Asset protection planning Pre and post marriage agreements Charitable planning Planning with retirement assets, life insurance and digital assets Significant Representations High income and high net worth individuals and families Business owners, professionals, ranchers and farmers Corporate and individual fiduciaries Professional & Community Involvement National Board of Visitors, The University of Arizona College of Law, State Bar of Arizona Member, Probate & Trust Section Executive Council, 2005-2008 Member, Business Law, Probate & Trust Law and Tax Law Sections American Bar Association Member, Real Property, Probate & Trust Law Sections Maricopa County Bar Association Member Valley Estate Planners President, 2008-2009 Board of Directors, 2007-2010 Central Arizona Estate Planning Council Board of Directors, 2007-2010 Arizona Community Foundation Member, Professional Advisory Board Phoenix Children's Hospital Foundation Member, Planned Giving Committee Phoenix Art Museum Member, Planned Giving Committee St. Theresa Perpetual Fund Chair Board of Directors Catholic Community Foundation Member, Professional Advisory Board University of Arizona Foundation Member, President's Club UBS Attorney Network Member

Practice Areas Explained

Jeffrey M Manley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jeffrey M Manley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arizona

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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jeffrey M Manley

Where is Jeffrey M Manley's law office located?
Jeffrey M Manley's law practice is located in Phoenix, Arizona. The firm is May Potenza Baran Gillespie P C. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jeffrey M Manley handle?
Jeffrey M Manley focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
How long has Jeffrey M Manley practiced law?
Jeffrey M Manley has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Jeffrey M Manley go to law school?
Jeffrey M Manley earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Jeffrey M Manley for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Jeffrey M Manley received?
Jeffrey M Manley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law
- 1984
B.A.
Arizona State University
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Arizona U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, District of Arizona
Admitted: 1984

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