Paul Dunn
N/A
Licensed for 56 years
Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
Estate Planning
Language
English
About
I have been practicing law for 50 years, and I still enjoy it. I enjoy helping my clients navigate all aspects of planning their estates to administering the estates of their loved ones. My clients typically begin as "clients" and end up as "friends." I cannot envision a more satisfying area of the law in which to practice. I will continue my practice in the areas of estates and trusts as long as I continue to have this satisfaction. I conduct my practice from my home-office in Phoenix, Arizona.
Practices Areas
Estate Planning
Probate
Language
English
Contact
Reviews
I first consulted Paul Dunn about 25 years ago for help in settling my mother's estate. More recently I called on him to set up a family trust for my wife and I. His knowledge and attention to detail was impressive. In the intervening years, I have sent several friends to Paul and, without exception, they have thanked me for a referral to Paul Dunn, an EXCELLENT attorney.
My wife and I moved to AZ in April, 2019. We had an existing CA Living Trust that was very old. Wanting to update the Trust, we reviewed the Avvo Attorney list and selected Paul Dunn on the basis of his lengthy estate planning experience. We were very satisfied with the outcome. He is extraordinarily knowledgeable, exceptionally well organized and thorough. He takes the time to clarify and offers explanations for various options. When completed, the written Trust was well crafted with minimal hard-to-understand legalize. In addition to the Trust, he provides additional supporting documents that will be useful, depending on our future needs. His product is a complete package. In summary, we recommend Paul Dunn for activities related estate planning and Trust creation.
When my mother passed away, she left an extremely challenging estate for me to administer as her successor trustee. Paul helped me sort out all of the complexities. We had to work with real estate located in three different states and oil and gas interests scattered over a dozen counties in two different states. We also had to deal with numerous securities registered inside and outside my mother’s trust with multiple brokerages and transfer agents. With Paul's help and his smile, we were able to work our way through all of these situations. There were times when we had to think "outside the box" to success-fully navigate some of the entanglements confronting us. The estate was a mess. But now it is all neat and tidy. This could not have been accomplished without Paul's broad legal knowledge combined with his technological expertise and attention to detail. I definitely could not have administered my mother's estate without Paul's legal guidance. I am happy to say that Paul has become a friend and not just my lawyer. He is one in a million. Thank you Paul. Words are not enough. Linda
After rejecting unacceptable draft documents from another attorney, Paul Dunn was retained to revise and amend our Revocable Living Trust and other planning documents which were prepared years ago in another state. Changes were needed to reflect our current wishes, comply with Arizona law and consider recent changes in federal tax law. At the conclusion of an extensive planning conference, Mr. Dunn made his recommendations, which satisfied all of our concerns, and he quoted us a very reasonable fixed fee. All of the new documents use understandable english rather than lawyer speak. My wife and I are confident that the future administration of our estate will now be as simple as is possible while minimizing tax consequences. Working with Paul was a real pleasure and as he has exceeded our expectations, we highly recommend him to anyone in need of estate planning expertise.
Moving here from another state left me with a few questions about our 17 year old Trust. Paul knew exactly what had to be done to update the Trust to comply with Az laws. He also helped me Power of Atty for Healthcare, etc. He is extremely knowledgeable and always speaks in terms clients can understand. I would absolutely, without any doubts, recommend Paul to friends, family, anybody who needs his expertise. He is friendly and always looking out for his clients welfare and best interest. Outstanding lawyer!!!
Paul Dunn was recommended to me by some good friends. I needed my trust documents updated. He did a wonderful job for me; so very meticulous and professional. I am most pleased with his services and felt very confident in his ability to "clean up" my trust and make it even better! I would be happy to recommend him.
We first met with Paul Dunn in 2007 and then again in 2013 to update our wills, POA's and other estate documents. Our situation was somewhat complicated by some difficult family situations that needed to be addressed in the designations of our beneficiaries. We also own commercial real estate in another state. Paul was able to efficiently sort things out and provide us with excellent advice and the corresponding documents that we needed. Paul explained everything to us in a manner we could easily understand. Our meetings with Paul were always pleasant and upbeat. We can honestly say he is one of the best attorney's we have ever worked with.
I highly recommend Paul Dunn. Not only is he a pleasure to work with, but his work is of the highest caliber. His work is characterized by attention to detail and helpful advice. He responds to problems expeditiously and attentively. He successfully resolved all issues that arose in a contested probate matter in which I was involved. Again, I highly recommend him.
We first met with Paul Dunn in 1984. We had 3 teenaged children and we wanted to prepare for their futures, especially if something happened to us. Paul created our Family Trust at that time and over the years Paul has kept us informed of changes in the laws and how the new laws impacted our changing personal situation. Paul has taken the time to discuss our wishes and goals and has helped us to modify our original Trust to accomplish these goals. On a personal note, Paul is absolutely meticulous about his documents and his knowledge of the current laws affecting Estates and Trusts. We have always valued our relationship with Paul Dunn and consider him our friend. We know that he has always looked after our best interests. We feel confident in Paul Dunn’s ability and knowledge of Estate and Trust Law.
Paul created our estate plan, wills and trusts in 1982. His advise through the years has been invaluable. He advised us of a trust that saved us enough to pay for the prep schooling and college eduction of our grandchildren. We know Paul to be very knowledgeable and current in his practice. He is totally trustworthy. He has been keeping us informed of changes that affect our trusts since 1982.
I first consulted Paul Dunn about 25 years ago for help in settling my mother's estate. More recently I called on him to set up a family trust for my wife and I. His knowledge and attention to detail was impressive. In the intervening years, I have sent several friends to Paul and, without exception, they have thanked me for a referral to Paul Dunn, an EXCELLENT attorney.
My wife and I moved to AZ in April, 2019. We had an existing CA Living Trust that was very old. Wanting to update the Trust, we reviewed the Avvo Attorney list and selected Paul Dunn on the basis of his lengthy estate planning experience. We were very satisfied with the outcome. He is extraordinarily knowledgeable, exceptionally well organized and thorough. He takes the time to clarify and offers explanations for various options. When completed, the written Trust was well crafted with minimal hard-to-understand legalize. In addition to the Trust, he provides additional supporting documents that will be useful, depending on our future needs. His product is a complete package. In summary, we recommend Paul Dunn for activities related estate planning and Trust creation.
When my mother passed away, she left an extremely challenging estate for me to administer as her successor trustee. Paul helped me sort out all of the complexities. We had to work with real estate located in three different states and oil and gas interests scattered over a dozen counties in two different states. We also had to deal with numerous securities registered inside and outside my mother’s trust with multiple brokerages and transfer agents. With Paul's help and his smile, we were able to work our way through all of these situations. There were times when we had to think "outside the box" to success-fully navigate some of the entanglements confronting us. The estate was a mess. But now it is all neat and tidy. This could not have been accomplished without Paul's broad legal knowledge combined with his technological expertise and attention to detail. I definitely could not have administered my mother's estate without Paul's legal guidance. I am happy to say that Paul has become a friend and not just my lawyer. He is one in a million. Thank you Paul. Words are not enough. Linda
After rejecting unacceptable draft documents from another attorney, Paul Dunn was retained to revise and amend our Revocable Living Trust and other planning documents which were prepared years ago in another state. Changes were needed to reflect our current wishes, comply with Arizona law and consider recent changes in federal tax law. At the conclusion of an extensive planning conference, Mr. Dunn made his recommendations, which satisfied all of our concerns, and he quoted us a very reasonable fixed fee. All of the new documents use understandable english rather than lawyer speak. My wife and I are confident that the future administration of our estate will now be as simple as is possible while minimizing tax consequences. Working with Paul was a real pleasure and as he has exceeded our expectations, we highly recommend him to anyone in need of estate planning expertise.
Moving here from another state left me with a few questions about our 17 year old Trust. Paul knew exactly what had to be done to update the Trust to comply with Az laws. He also helped me Power of Atty for Healthcare, etc. He is extremely knowledgeable and always speaks in terms clients can understand. I would absolutely, without any doubts, recommend Paul to friends, family, anybody who needs his expertise. He is friendly and always looking out for his clients welfare and best interest. Outstanding lawyer!!!
Paul Dunn was recommended to me by some good friends. I needed my trust documents updated. He did a wonderful job for me; so very meticulous and professional. I am most pleased with his services and felt very confident in his ability to "clean up" my trust and make it even better! I would be happy to recommend him.
We first met with Paul Dunn in 2007 and then again in 2013 to update our wills, POA's and other estate documents. Our situation was somewhat complicated by some difficult family situations that needed to be addressed in the designations of our beneficiaries. We also own commercial real estate in another state. Paul was able to efficiently sort things out and provide us with excellent advice and the corresponding documents that we needed. Paul explained everything to us in a manner we could easily understand. Our meetings with Paul were always pleasant and upbeat. We can honestly say he is one of the best attorney's we have ever worked with.
I highly recommend Paul Dunn. Not only is he a pleasure to work with, but his work is of the highest caliber. His work is characterized by attention to detail and helpful advice. He responds to problems expeditiously and attentively. He successfully resolved all issues that arose in a contested probate matter in which I was involved. Again, I highly recommend him.
We first met with Paul Dunn in 1984. We had 3 teenaged children and we wanted to prepare for their futures, especially if something happened to us. Paul created our Family Trust at that time and over the years Paul has kept us informed of changes in the laws and how the new laws impacted our changing personal situation. Paul has taken the time to discuss our wishes and goals and has helped us to modify our original Trust to accomplish these goals. On a personal note, Paul is absolutely meticulous about his documents and his knowledge of the current laws affecting Estates and Trusts. We have always valued our relationship with Paul Dunn and consider him our friend. We know that he has always looked after our best interests. We feel confident in Paul Dunn’s ability and knowledge of Estate and Trust Law.
Paul created our estate plan, wills and trusts in 1982. His advise through the years has been invaluable. He advised us of a trust that saved us enough to pay for the prep schooling and college eduction of our grandchildren. We know Paul to be very knowledgeable and current in his practice. He is totally trustworthy. He has been keeping us informed of changes that affect our trusts since 1982.
I first consulted Paul Dunn about 25 years ago for help in settling my mother's estate. More recently I called on him to set up a family trust for my wife and I. His knowledge and attention to detail was impressive. In the intervening years, I have sent several friends to Paul and, without exception, they have thanked me for a referral to Paul Dunn, an EXCELLENT attorney.
My wife and I moved to AZ in April, 2019. We had an existing CA Living Trust that was very old. Wanting to update the Trust, we reviewed the Avvo Attorney list and selected Paul Dunn on the basis of his lengthy estate planning experience. We were very satisfied with the outcome. He is extraordinarily knowledgeable, exceptionally well organized and thorough. He takes the time to clarify and offers explanations for various options. When completed, the written Trust was well crafted with minimal hard-to-understand legalize. In addition to the Trust, he provides additional supporting documents that will be useful, depending on our future needs. His product is a complete package. In summary, we recommend Paul Dunn for activities related estate planning and Trust creation.
When my mother passed away, she left an extremely challenging estate for me to administer as her successor trustee. Paul helped me sort out all of the complexities. We had to work with real estate located in three different states and oil and gas interests scattered over a dozen counties in two different states. We also had to deal with numerous securities registered inside and outside my mother’s trust with multiple brokerages and transfer agents. With Paul's help and his smile, we were able to work our way through all of these situations. There were times when we had to think "outside the box" to success-fully navigate some of the entanglements confronting us. The estate was a mess. But now it is all neat and tidy. This could not have been accomplished without Paul's broad legal knowledge combined with his technological expertise and attention to detail. I definitely could not have administered my mother's estate without Paul's legal guidance. I am happy to say that Paul has become a friend and not just my lawyer. He is one in a million. Thank you Paul. Words are not enough. Linda
After rejecting unacceptable draft documents from another attorney, Paul Dunn was retained to revise and amend our Revocable Living Trust and other planning documents which were prepared years ago in another state. Changes were needed to reflect our current wishes, comply with Arizona law and consider recent changes in federal tax law. At the conclusion of an extensive planning conference, Mr. Dunn made his recommendations, which satisfied all of our concerns, and he quoted us a very reasonable fixed fee. All of the new documents use understandable english rather than lawyer speak. My wife and I are confident that the future administration of our estate will now be as simple as is possible while minimizing tax consequences. Working with Paul was a real pleasure and as he has exceeded our expectations, we highly recommend him to anyone in need of estate planning expertise.
Moving here from another state left me with a few questions about our 17 year old Trust. Paul knew exactly what had to be done to update the Trust to comply with Az laws. He also helped me Power of Atty for Healthcare, etc. He is extremely knowledgeable and always speaks in terms clients can understand. I would absolutely, without any doubts, recommend Paul to friends, family, anybody who needs his expertise. He is friendly and always looking out for his clients welfare and best interest. Outstanding lawyer!!!
Paul Dunn was recommended to me by some good friends. I needed my trust documents updated. He did a wonderful job for me; so very meticulous and professional. I am most pleased with his services and felt very confident in his ability to "clean up" my trust and make it even better! I would be happy to recommend him.
We first met with Paul Dunn in 2007 and then again in 2013 to update our wills, POA's and other estate documents. Our situation was somewhat complicated by some difficult family situations that needed to be addressed in the designations of our beneficiaries. We also own commercial real estate in another state. Paul was able to efficiently sort things out and provide us with excellent advice and the corresponding documents that we needed. Paul explained everything to us in a manner we could easily understand. Our meetings with Paul were always pleasant and upbeat. We can honestly say he is one of the best attorney's we have ever worked with.
I highly recommend Paul Dunn. Not only is he a pleasure to work with, but his work is of the highest caliber. His work is characterized by attention to detail and helpful advice. He responds to problems expeditiously and attentively. He successfully resolved all issues that arose in a contested probate matter in which I was involved. Again, I highly recommend him.
We first met with Paul Dunn in 1984. We had 3 teenaged children and we wanted to prepare for their futures, especially if something happened to us. Paul created our Family Trust at that time and over the years Paul has kept us informed of changes in the laws and how the new laws impacted our changing personal situation. Paul has taken the time to discuss our wishes and goals and has helped us to modify our original Trust to accomplish these goals. On a personal note, Paul is absolutely meticulous about his documents and his knowledge of the current laws affecting Estates and Trusts. We have always valued our relationship with Paul Dunn and consider him our friend. We know that he has always looked after our best interests. We feel confident in Paul Dunn’s ability and knowledge of Estate and Trust Law.
Paul created our estate plan, wills and trusts in 1982. His advise through the years has been invaluable. He advised us of a trust that saved us enough to pay for the prep schooling and college eduction of our grandchildren. We know Paul to be very knowledgeable and current in his practice. He is totally trustworthy. He has been keeping us informed of changes that affect our trusts since 1982.
I first consulted Paul Dunn about 25 years ago for help in settling my mother's estate. More recently I called on him to set up a family trust for my wife and I. His knowledge and attention to detail was impressive. In the intervening years, I have sent several friends to Paul and, without exception, they have thanked me for a referral to Paul Dunn, an EXCELLENT attorney.
My wife and I moved to AZ in April, 2019. We had an existing CA Living Trust that was very old. Wanting to update the Trust, we reviewed the Avvo Attorney list and selected Paul Dunn on the basis of his lengthy estate planning experience. We were very satisfied with the outcome. He is extraordinarily knowledgeable, exceptionally well organized and thorough. He takes the time to clarify and offers explanations for various options. When completed, the written Trust was well crafted with minimal hard-to-understand legalize. In addition to the Trust, he provides additional supporting documents that will be useful, depending on our future needs. His product is a complete package. In summary, we recommend Paul Dunn for activities related estate planning and Trust creation.
When my mother passed away, she left an extremely challenging estate for me to administer as her successor trustee. Paul helped me sort out all of the complexities. We had to work with real estate located in three different states and oil and gas interests scattered over a dozen counties in two different states. We also had to deal with numerous securities registered inside and outside my mother’s trust with multiple brokerages and transfer agents. With Paul's help and his smile, we were able to work our way through all of these situations. There were times when we had to think "outside the box" to success-fully navigate some of the entanglements confronting us. The estate was a mess. But now it is all neat and tidy. This could not have been accomplished without Paul's broad legal knowledge combined with his technological expertise and attention to detail. I definitely could not have administered my mother's estate without Paul's legal guidance. I am happy to say that Paul has become a friend and not just my lawyer. He is one in a million. Thank you Paul. Words are not enough. Linda
After rejecting unacceptable draft documents from another attorney, Paul Dunn was retained to revise and amend our Revocable Living Trust and other planning documents which were prepared years ago in another state. Changes were needed to reflect our current wishes, comply with Arizona law and consider recent changes in federal tax law. At the conclusion of an extensive planning conference, Mr. Dunn made his recommendations, which satisfied all of our concerns, and he quoted us a very reasonable fixed fee. All of the new documents use understandable english rather than lawyer speak. My wife and I are confident that the future administration of our estate will now be as simple as is possible while minimizing tax consequences. Working with Paul was a real pleasure and as he has exceeded our expectations, we highly recommend him to anyone in need of estate planning expertise.
Moving here from another state left me with a few questions about our 17 year old Trust. Paul knew exactly what had to be done to update the Trust to comply with Az laws. He also helped me Power of Atty for Healthcare, etc. He is extremely knowledgeable and always speaks in terms clients can understand. I would absolutely, without any doubts, recommend Paul to friends, family, anybody who needs his expertise. He is friendly and always looking out for his clients welfare and best interest. Outstanding lawyer!!!
Paul Dunn was recommended to me by some good friends. I needed my trust documents updated. He did a wonderful job for me; so very meticulous and professional. I am most pleased with his services and felt very confident in his ability to "clean up" my trust and make it even better! I would be happy to recommend him.
We first met with Paul Dunn in 2007 and then again in 2013 to update our wills, POA's and other estate documents. Our situation was somewhat complicated by some difficult family situations that needed to be addressed in the designations of our beneficiaries. We also own commercial real estate in another state. Paul was able to efficiently sort things out and provide us with excellent advice and the corresponding documents that we needed. Paul explained everything to us in a manner we could easily understand. Our meetings with Paul were always pleasant and upbeat. We can honestly say he is one of the best attorney's we have ever worked with.
I highly recommend Paul Dunn. Not only is he a pleasure to work with, but his work is of the highest caliber. His work is characterized by attention to detail and helpful advice. He responds to problems expeditiously and attentively. He successfully resolved all issues that arose in a contested probate matter in which I was involved. Again, I highly recommend him.
We first met with Paul Dunn in 1984. We had 3 teenaged children and we wanted to prepare for their futures, especially if something happened to us. Paul created our Family Trust at that time and over the years Paul has kept us informed of changes in the laws and how the new laws impacted our changing personal situation. Paul has taken the time to discuss our wishes and goals and has helped us to modify our original Trust to accomplish these goals. On a personal note, Paul is absolutely meticulous about his documents and his knowledge of the current laws affecting Estates and Trusts. We have always valued our relationship with Paul Dunn and consider him our friend. We know that he has always looked after our best interests. We feel confident in Paul Dunn’s ability and knowledge of Estate and Trust Law.
Paul created our estate plan, wills and trusts in 1982. His advise through the years has been invaluable. He advised us of a trust that saved us enough to pay for the prep schooling and college eduction of our grandchildren. We know Paul to be very knowledgeable and current in his practice. He is totally trustworthy. He has been keeping us informed of changes that affect our trusts since 1982.