General Information
Year founded:
1999
This is the year the firm (or its earliest predecessor entity) was founded.
Overview
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BRAUN CATHIE KRUZEL PC WAS FORMED IN 1999 TO EXCLUSIVELY FOCUS ON ESTATE PLANNING AND TRUST ADMINISTRATION, SETTLEMENT OF BOTH CONTESTED AND NON-CONTESTED ESTATES, AND RELATED BUSINESS AND TAX PLANNING. SEVERAL MEMBERS OF OUR GROUP HAVE BEEN IN PRACTICE FOR DECADES.
In addition to representing trustees, personal representatives, and estate/trust beneficiaries, we handle business planning, business transactional work, real estate, and litigation matters. While we are constantly looking for new solutions, even with the best estate, tax, and business planning, there is often controversy. We continue to meet the needs of our clients by providing exemplary litigation services to continue the process until there is resolution.
Our firm provides personalized attention and comprehensive services to a diverse client base, from family limited partnerships to real estate investment entities, to manufacturing concerns. We regularly represent business clients in the selection of the appropriate type of entity, formation of partnerships, corporations and limited liability companies, sales, mergers, acquisitions and reorganizations of businesses; contractual negotiations of all types, such as buy-sell agreements, distribution arrangements and employment contracts and benefits.
Based in Scottsdale since 1999, BCK has occupied its offices near Kierland Commons since 2004. BCK is focused on steady growth which will assure our position as one of the premier estate planning and estate administration boutique firms in the State of Arizona. In addition, family roots in the Midwest have led to a strong Midwest work ethic, and we represent clients in many other common law and community states and internationally.
In addition to representing trustees, personal representatives, and estate/trust beneficiaries, we handle business planning, business transactional work, real estate, and litigation matters. While we are constantly looking for new solutions, even with the best estate, tax, and business planning, there is often controversy. We continue to meet the needs of our clients by providing exemplary litigation services to continue the process until there is resolution.
Our firm provides personalized attention and comprehensive services to a diverse client base, from family limited partnerships to real estate investment entities, to manufacturing concerns. We regularly represent business clients in the selection of the appropriate type of entity, formation of partnerships, corporations and limited liability companies, sales, mergers, acquisitions and reorganizations of businesses; contractual negotiations of all types, such as buy-sell agreements, distribution arrangements and employment contracts and benefits.
Based in Scottsdale since 1999, BCK has occupied its offices near Kierland Commons since 2004. BCK is focused on steady growth which will assure our position as one of the premier estate planning and estate administration boutique firms in the State of Arizona. In addition, family roots in the Midwest have led to a strong Midwest work ethic, and we represent clients in many other common law and community states and internationally.
Rankings
Braun Cathie Kruzel PC is metro ranked in 1 practice areas. Best Law Firms rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process.
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Scottsdale
Tier 1 for Trusts and Estates
Firm Leadership
Rankings
Regional Rankings
Scottsdale
Tier 1 for Trusts and Estates
Practice Areas
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- Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
- Corporate Law
- Litigation - Trusts and Estates
- Real Estate Law
- Trusts and Estates
Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®
Braun Cathie Kruzel PC has 1 lawyers recognized for individual performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in
America®.
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Demographics
Partners
Male:
2
Female:
1
Associates
Male:
1
Attorney Management / Department Heads
Female:
1
Paralegals
Female:
6
Non-Legal Employees
Female:
2
Awards
Awards are self-reported by firms and are not verified by the Best Law Firms rankings.
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Best Law Firm 2017
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Best Law Firm 2016
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Best Law Firm 2018
- Best Law Firm 2019
- Best Law Firm 2020
- Best Law Firm 2003- 2015
Main Location
Scottsdale,
AZ
8501 East Princess Drive Suite 190
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
United States
480-951-8044
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Management and Personnel
Managing Shareholder
Gregory M. Kruzel