Atty. Stephen J. McFarlane
Stephen J. McFarlane is a lawyer practicing business formation, business transactions, business litigation and 11 other areas of law.
Business Formation & More Attorney · Serving Scottsdale, AZ · 36+ Years Experience
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About Stephen J. McFarlane at a Glance
Stephen J. McFarlane is a Member based in Scottsdale, Arizona, practicing at Bredemann And Mcfarlane Plc. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on formation, wills, irs, trusts, and probate. Admitted to practice in Washington (1990) and Arizona US District Court US Tax Court (1997). Educated at Boston University (LL.M. Tax, 1990) and American Graduate School of International Management (M.I.M. Marquette, 1980). Active member of State Bar of Arizona Washington State Bar Association. Serves clients in Scottsdale, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Stephen J. McFarlane
- Stephen J. McFarlane is a lawyer practicing business formation, business transactions, business litigation and 11 other areas of law
- Stephen received a degree from American Graduate School of International Management in 1980, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Stephen practices at Bredemann & McFarlane, PLC in Scottsdale, AZ
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Stephen J. McFarlane's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen J. McFarlane handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Scottsdale.
Business Formation in Scottsdale
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Wills in Scottsdale
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IRS Disputes & Audits in Scottsdale
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Trusts in Scottsdale
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Probate in Scottsdale
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Scottsdale
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 Scottsdale 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.
Scottsdale Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Scottsdale-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 Scottsdale Choose Stephen J. McFarlane
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 J. McFarlane's practice in the field of formation, wills, irs, trusts, and probate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Stephen J. McFarlane brings 36+ 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 Washington and Arizona US District Court US Tax Court, Stephen J. McFarlane can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, wills, and irs, Stephen J. McFarlane can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Scottsdale
A Scottsdale-based practice means Stephen J. McFarlane 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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