Atty. Timothy D. "Tim" Brown

Atty. Timothy D. "Tim" Brown

Tim is a shareholder, member of the Gallagher & Kennedy board of directors and head of the firm’s Tax Law practice. For over 20 years, Tim has focused his practice in all areas of federal tax law, with an emphasis on partnerships, limited liability companies, C and S corporations, real estate, international taxation, and civil tax controversy.

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About Timothy D. "Tim" Brown at a glance

Timothy D. "Tim" Brown is a tax attorney based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Gallagher & Kennedy PA. Admitted to practice in Arizona, State Bar of Arizona. Educated at University of Nebraska – Lincoln (J.D., 1989) and University of Nebraska – Lincoln (M.A., 1989). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026). Serands clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Tim is a shareholder, member of the Gallagher & Kennedy board of directors and head of the firm’s Tax Law practice. For over 20 years, Tim has focused his practice in all areas of federal tax law, with an emphasis on partnerships, limited liability companies, C and S corporations, real estate, international taxation, and civil tax controversy. He provides tax planning, structuring and documentation for business and individual clients, including joint ventures and tax-exempt organizations.

Since 2007, Tim has been consistently recognized as a Best Lawyer by Best Lawyers in America, and has earned the Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating. In 2013, he was recognized in Az Business Magazine’s list of “Arizona’s Top Lawyers.” Tim is also a certified public accountant.

Representative Experience

  • Providing tax planning, structuring, and documentation for business and real estate joint ventures organized as LLCs, LLPs, general and limited partnerships, and general business corporations, including joint ventures with international investors.
  • Providing tax planning, structuring, and documentation for acquisitions, mergers, sales, and restructuring of LLCs, LLPs, general and limited partnerships, and general business corporations.
  • Providing sophisticated tax planning and consulting for business and individual clients.
  • Providing representation of businesses and individuals in civil controversies at audit, appeals, and the United States Tax Court and in tax collection matters.
  • Providing tax planning, structuring, and documentation for tax-exempt organizations.

    Practice Areas Explained

    Timothy D. "Tim" Brown's Areas of Practice

    Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Timothy D. "Tim" Brown handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

    Tax Law

    Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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    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 andnue, 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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    Frequently Asked

    Common questions about Timothy D. "Tim" Brown

    Where is Timothy D. "Tim" Brown's law office located?
    Timothy D. "Tim" Brown's law practice is located in Phoenix, Arizona. The firm is Gallagher & Kennedy PA. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
    What practice areas does Timothy D. "Tim" Brown handle?
    Timothy D. "Tim" Brown focuses on tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
    Where did Timothy D. "Tim" Brown go to law school?
    Timothy D. "Tim" Brown earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (M.A., 1989); (B.S., 1983).
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    What awards or recognition has Timothy D. "Tim" Brown received?
    Timothy D. "Tim" Brown's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax; Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Phoenix).

    Practice Areas

    Education

    J.D.
    University of Nebraska – Lincoln
    - 1989
    M.A.
    University of Nebraska – Lincoln
    - 1989
    B.S.
    University of Nebraska – Lincoln
    - 1983

    Awards

    Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax
    - 2026
    Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Phoenix)
    - 2019

    Bar Admissions

    Arizona, State Bar of Arizona

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