Atty. Michael J Herrod
Hon. Michael J Herrod is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning, probate and 2 other areas of law.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving Phoenix, AZ · 43+ Years Experience
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About Michael J Herrod at a Glance
Michael J Herrod is a Supr. Ct. J. based in Phoenix, Arizona. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, adoption, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, District of Arizona Federal Court (1983), Arizona (1983), and U.S. Tax Court (1988). Educated at University of Texas (J.D., 1983) and Austin College (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael J Herrod
- Hon. Michael J Herrod is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning, probate and 2 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Austin College in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
- Michael practices in Phoenix, AZ
Practice Areas Explained
Michael J Herrod's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael J Herrod handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Phoenix.
Probate in Phoenix
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Estate Planning & Probate in Phoenix
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Michael J Herrod is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Arizona →
Real Estate Law in Phoenix
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Michael J Herrod is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Arizona →
Adoption in Phoenix
Michael J Herrod is one of 15,857 adoption attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adoption attorneys in Arizona →
Juvenile Law in Phoenix
Michael J Herrod is one of 30,433 juvenile attorneys indexed nationally. Browse juvenile attorneys in Arizona →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Phoenix
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.
Phoenix Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Phoenix-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Phoenix Choose Michael J Herrod
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael J Herrod's practice in the field of probate, estate planning, real estate, adoption, and juvenile.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael J Herrod brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in U.S. District Court, District of Arizona Federal Court, Arizona, and U.S. Tax Court, Michael J Herrod can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, estate planning, and real estate, Michael J Herrod can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Phoenix
A Phoenix-based practice means Michael J Herrod attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael J Herrod Handles in Phoenix
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