Atty. Marlene Appel

Atty. Marlene Appel

Certified Private Fiduciary (Arizona Supreme Court). Court Commissioner Pro Tem, Probate Division, Maricopa County Superior Court, 1988—.

Phoenix Phoenix 49 Years Experience 49 year
Call (602) 892-2492

Profile Summary

About Marlene Appel at a glance

Marlene Appel is a Member based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Marlene Appel Pllc. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, poa, estate litigation, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Arizona (1977). Educated at Arizona State University (J.D., 1977) and Arizona State University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Certified Private Fiduciary (Arizona Supreme Court)
  • Court Commissioner Pro Tem, Probate Division, Maricopa County Superior Court, 1988—
  • Judge Pro Tem, Probate Division, Maricopa County Superior Court, 1990—
  • Recipient, Eleanor ter Horst Distinguished Service Award, Probate and Trust Section, State Bar of Arizona, 2007
  • Adjunct Professor, Phoenix College of Law, Wills and Estates Practice Skills Module, Fall 2007
  • Faculty, Arizona College of Trial Advocacy, 2009

Practice Areas Explained

Marlene Appel's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Power of Attorney

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Estate & Trust Litigation

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Elder Law

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Marlene Appel

Where is Marlene Appel's law office located?
Marlene Appel's law practice is located in Phoenix, Arizona. The firm is Marlene Appel Pllc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Marlene Appel handle?
Marlene Appel focuses on trusts, probate, poa, estate litigation, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
How long has Marlene Appel practiced law?
Marlene Appel has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Marlene Appel go to law school?
Marlene Appel earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Marlene Appel for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Marlene Appel received?
Marlene Appel's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Arizona State University
- 1977
B.A.
Arizona State University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Arizona
Admitted: 1977

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