Atty. Thomas E. Halter

Atty. Thomas E. Halter

Thomas E. Halter has been certified as a real estate specialist by the Arizona Board of Legal Specialization.

Phoenix Phoenix 34 Years Experience 34 year
Call (602) 257-7991

Profile Summary

About Thomas E. Halter at a glance

Thomas E. Halter is a Member based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Gust Rosenfeld P.L.C.. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, commercial re, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Arizona (1992), Utah (2003), Colorado (2004), and Texas (2013). Educated at University of Arizona (J.D. Finance, 1992) and University of Arizona (B.S. Finance, 1989). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Associations •State Bar of Arizona •Business Law Section •Real Property Sections •Maricopa County Bar Association •Real Property Section •Utah Bar Association •Colorado Bar Association •International Council of Shopping Centers. Serves clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Thomas E. Halter has been certified as a real estate specialist by the Arizona Board of Legal Specialization
  • He practices in the areas of commercial real estate and secured lending
  • His real estate practice emphasizes representing clients in sophisticated commercial real estate transactions, including the negotiation and preparation of all relevant documents such as leases, purchase agreements, joint development agreements, CC&Rs, easements, and financing documents
  • Tom’s real estate clients include national and regional retailers and developers
  • Tom’s secured lending practice emphasizes representing lenders in commercial lending transactions, including negotiating and preparing all relevant documents, such as promissory notes, credit and security agreements, guarantees, inter-creditor agreements, and subordination agreements
  • He represents, among others, Wells Fargo Capital Finance in connection with its asset-based lending loan origination and loan management businesses
  • Tom is AV Preeminent rated by Martindale-Hubbell, representing the highest rating in legal ability and ethical standards
  • Professional Recognition •The Best Lawyers in America, Litigation - Trusts and Estates
  • Real Estate Law (2021-2026) •Phoenix Magazine 2022 Top Lawyers - Real Estate

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas E. Halter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas E. Halter handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Thomas E. Halter is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Arizona →

Commercial Real Estate

Thomas E. Halter is one of 14,158 commercial re attorneys indexed nationally. Browse commercial re attorneys in Arizona →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Thomas E. Halter is one of 45,724 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a 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 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.

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Common questions about Thomas E. Halter

Where is Thomas E. Halter's law office located?
Thomas E. Halter's law practice is located in Phoenix, Arizona. The firm is Gust Rosenfeld P.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas E. Halter handle?
Thomas E. Halter focuses on business, real estate, commercial re, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
How long has Thomas E. Halter practiced law?
Thomas E. Halter has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Thomas E. Halter go to law school?
Thomas E. Halter earned their education at (J.D. Finance, 1992); (B.S. Finance, 1989).
How can I contact Thomas E. Halter for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas E. Halter received?
Thomas E. Halter's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Finance
University of Arizona
- 1992
B.S. Finance
University of Arizona
- 1989

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Arizona
Admitted: 1992
Utah
Admitted: 2003
Colorado
Admitted: 2004
Texas
Admitted: 2013

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