Atty. Michael E. "Mike" Pietzsch

Atty. Michael E. "Mike" Pietzsch

Michael E. Pietzsch is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law and Tax Law.

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Profile Summary

About Michael E. "Mike" Pietzsch at a glance

Michael E. "Mike" Pietzsch is a employment and tax attorney based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Pietzsch Law Group PA. Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1974) and Stanford University (—, 1971). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serands clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Michael E. Pietzsch is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law and Tax Law
  • Michael E., who practices law in Phoenix, Arizona, has been recognized since 1987
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Michael E. "Mike" Pietzsch's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael E. "Mike" Pietzsch handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Michael E. "Mike" Pietzsch is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Arizona →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Michael E. "Mike" Pietzsch is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Arizona →

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 Michael E. "Mike" Pietzsch

Where is Michael E. "Mike" Pietzsch's law office located?
Michael E. "Mike" Pietzsch's law practice is located in Phoenix, Arizona. The firm is Pietzsch Law Group PA. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael E. "Mike" Pietzsch handle?
Michael E. "Mike" Pietzsch focuses on employment, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
Where did Michael E. "Mike" Pietzsch go to law school?
Michael E. "Mike" Pietzsch earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (—, 1971).
How can I contact Michael E. "Mike" Pietzsch for a consultation?
You can contact Michael E. "Mike" Pietzsch 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 Michael E. "Mike" Pietzsch received?
Michael E. "Mike" Pietzsch's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law; Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits; Best Lawyers in America — Employee Welfare Plans.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1974
Stanford University
- 1971

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employee Welfare Plans
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — ERISA
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — ESOPS
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Executive Compensation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Fiduciary Responsibility
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Government Affairs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Income Tax
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — International
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers & Acquisitions
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Pension, Health and Welfare
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Qualified Plans
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Regulatory
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Retirement Planning
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Planning
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (Phoenix)
- 2012

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