Atty. Stephen E. "Steve" Jackson
Steve Jackson, the firm's president, has been selected by The Best Lawyers in America® as the 2019 Phoenix "Lawyer of the Year" in Construction Litigation. His practice is concentrated in the areas of construction law, real estate law and commercial litigation, and he represents a broad range of individuals and businesses in the construction and real estate development industries.
Construction Law & More Attorney · Serving Phoenix, AZ · 53+ Years Experience
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About Stephen E. "Steve" Jackson at a Glance
Stephen E. "Steve" Jackson is a construction attorney based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Warner Angle Hallam Jackson & Formanek PLC. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1973) and Arizona (1977). Educated at Indiana University Bloomington (J.D., 1973) and Indiana University Bloomington (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serves clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Stephen E. "Steve" Jackson
- Steve Jackson, the firm's president, has been selected by The Best Lawyers in America® as the 2019 Phoenix "Lawyer of the Year" in Construction Litigation
- His practice is concentrated in the areas of construction law, real estate law and commercial litigation, and he represents a broad range of individuals and businesses in the construction and real estate development industries
- In addition to client representation, Steve has served as a mediator, arbitrator and expert witness in a number of construction disputes
- Steve has lectured extensively on construction law topics for the State Bar of Arizona, Maricopa County Bar Association and various trade associations
- He obtained his undergraduate and law degrees from Indiana University
- Before joining Warner Angle, he served as a judge advocate in the United States Air Force
- Since 2010 Steve has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America for his peer-recognized skill in construction law
- He was Best Lawyers' Phoenix Construction "Lawyer of the Year" for 2017, and he has been a Super Lawyers selectee since 2009
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Construction Law in Phoenix
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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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Why Clients in Phoenix Choose Stephen E. "Steve" Jackson
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 Stephen E. "Steve" Jackson's practice in the field of construction.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Stephen E. "Steve" Jackson brings 53+ 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 Indiana and Arizona, Stephen E. "Steve" Jackson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Construction Practice
Concentrating on construction means Stephen E. "Steve" Jackson's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Phoenix
A Phoenix-based practice means Stephen E. "Steve" Jackson 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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