Atty. Randy Nussbaum
Mr. Nussbaum’s areas of practice include complex bankruptcy law, real estate, construction, and contract law.
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law & More Attorney · Serving Phoenix, AZ
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About Randy Nussbaum at a Glance
Randy Nussbaum is a business, real estate, bankruptcy, construction, and foreclosure attorney based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at The Cavanagh Law Firm PA. Admitted to practice in Arizona, State Bar of Arizona. Educated at Arizona State University (BA, 1977) and Arizona State University (J.D., 1980). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026). Serves clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Randy Nussbaum
- Mr. Nussbaum’s areas of practice include complex bankruptcy law, real estate, construction, and contract law
- Mr. Nussbaum is a certified specialist in bankruptcy law by the Arizona Board of Legal Specialization and is also certified specialist in business bankruptcy law by the American Board of Certification
- Mr. Nussbaum is an AV-Preeminent rated attorney and received his Bachelor of Arts degree, cum laude, from Arizona State University and his law degree from the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law, Arizona State University
- He is a frequent lecturer and author on topics regarding bankruptcy, construction and real estate for the State and Maricopa County Bar Associations, the Arizona State University Alumni Association and various professional groups
- Mr. Nussbaum has spoken at regional presentations sponsored by the American Bankruptcy Institute on a variety of bankruptcy-related subjects
- He is a member of the State Bar of Arizona (Bankruptcy, Real Estate and Construction Sections), Scottsdale Bar Association and Maricopa County Bar Association
- Mr. Nussbaum is a former Director of the Scottsdale Bar Association and the Maricopa County Bar Foundation
- He is admitted to practice before the Arizona Supreme Court, the United States District Court for the District of Arizona, and the United States Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
- Mr. Nussbaum’s honors include selection to Southwest Super Lawyers® (2007-present), and selection to Arizona’s Top 50 Super Lawyers of 2012, 2013 and 2017
- Mr. Nussbaum is top rated by The Best Lawyers in America® since 2009, Arizona’s Finest Lawyers® (2009-present), and Arizona Business Magazine’s Top Lawyers® (2011-present)
- In 2003, Mr. Nussbaum was honored as alumnus of the year by the ASU Law School Alumni Association for his many years of service to the Law School
- The Scottsdale Bar Association presented its 2011 Award of Excellence to Mr. Nussbaum in recognition of his 30 years of service to the Scottsdale Bar and the legal community
- Mr. Nussbaum’s involvement has included his chairmanship of the Bankruptcy Ambushes Lurking in the Legal Jungle seminar, his years of dedication to the High School Mock Trial program and his presentation of What’s New in the Law at the Scottsdale Bar monthly luncheon meetings
- Mr. Nussbaum is extensively involved in his community
- He is a 1990 graduate of the Scottsdale Leadership Training Program and served on its Board of Directors from 2002 to 2006, serving as Vice President from 2004-2005
- He sat on the Scottsdale Environmental Quality Advisory Board from 1999 until 2005 and was the Citizens Chairman for Envirokids Fest 2004-2006
- Since 2002, Mr. Nussbaum has served as a board member for the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts and has been serving as its Advisory Board Chair since 2010
- From 2007-2009, Mr. Nussbaum chaired the Center’s Night Run for the Arts
- He currently serves on the Scottsdale Cultural Council’s Executive Council and its Development Committee
- Mr. Nussbaum also serves on the Council’s Board of Trustees to which he was appointed in 2011
Practice Areas Explained
Randy Nussbaum's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Randy Nussbaum handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Phoenix.
Business & Corporate Law in Phoenix
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Phoenix
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Phoenix
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Randy Nussbaum is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Arizona →
Construction Law in Phoenix
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Foreclosure Defense in Phoenix
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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 Randy Nussbaum
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 Randy Nussbaum's practice in the field of business, real estate, bankruptcy, construction, and foreclosure.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and bankruptcy, Randy Nussbaum 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 Randy Nussbaum 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 Randy Nussbaum Handles in Phoenix
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