Atty. John B. Even

Atty. John B. Even

John Even is a Shareholder and Director of the law firm of Schmitt Schneck Casey Even & Williams, P.C. and has practiced law in Arizona since 1992. He focuses his practice in the areas of business law, sales and acquisitions, business succession planning, estate planning, wills and trusts, probate, trust administration, guardianships, and conservatorships.

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Profile Summary

About John B. Even at a glance

John B. Even is a trusts attorney based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Schmitt Schneck Even & Williams PC. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in Arizona (1991). Educated at Arizona State University (—, 1991) and Stanford University (B.S. Industrial Engineering, 1985). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (2026). Serands clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John Even is a Shareholder and Director of the law firm of Schmitt Schneck Casey Even & Williams, P.C. and has practiced law in Arizona since 1992
  • He focuses his practice in the areas of business law, sales and acquisitions, business succession planning, estate planning, wills and trusts, probate, trust administration, guardianships, and conservatorships
  • Over the course of his career, John has served as outside counsel for various Arizona businesses, assisting Arizona business owners with the purchase or sale of their businesses, negotiating and drafting countless business contracts, forming various business entities to meet each clients’ particular needs, and helping Arizona business owners with a wide range of other legal issues
  • He has also helped hundreds of families in drafting their wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other estate planning documents
  • In particular, John has the experience you need to handle any business succession planning issues
  • From basic wills and trusts to more complicated estate planning and business planning, John has the skill and expertise to handle it
  • In addition, John has assisted families with various probate and trust administration matters after the death of a loved one
  • He not only has the experience to help families avoid a probate ahead of time, but he also can help them work through the many nuances of a probate case, including probate litigation, if they are forced to file a probate case
  • Next, John has assisted many Arizona families in navigating through the court process when a loved one becomes incapacitated and is in need of a guardian or conservator
  • With a larger and larger number of our state’s population facing Altzheimer’s/dimentia issues today, you can count on him to be your advocate in any court proceedings
  • Finally, John is an experienced attorney who always seeks to provide a top quality, cost-effective, results-driven approach to legal problems faced by his clients
  • Moreover, he seeks to provide the best possible value for his clients in reaching a resolution to their legal issues as quickly as possible
  • John welcomes the opportunity to serve you in solving your legal needs

Practice Areas Explained

John B. Even's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John B. Even handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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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 John B. Even

Where is John B. Even's law office located?
John B. Even's law practice is located in Phoenix, Arizona. The firm is Schmitt Schneck Even & Williams PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John B. Even handle?
John B. Even focuses on trusts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
How long has John B. Even practiced law?
John B. Even has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did John B. Even go to law school?
John B. Even earned their education at (—, 1991); (B.S. Industrial Engineering, 1985).
How can I contact John B. Even for a consultation?
You can contact John B. Even directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John B. Even received?
John B. Even's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships); Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law.

Practice Areas

Education

Arizona State University
- 1991
B.S. Industrial Engineering
Stanford University
- 1985

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Elder Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Phoenix Magazine Top Lawyer 2022
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Rating Martindale-Hubbell (2015-2022)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Client Champion Award Martindale-Hubbell (2017-2022)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Avvo Client's Choice Award (2014-2022)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected for Top 100 Attorneys Edition of The Top 100 Magazine (2020)
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Arizona
Admitted: 1991

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