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Mann,
Berens & Wisner, LLP
3300 N. Central Ave.
Suite 2400
Phoenix, AZ 85012
602-324-2727
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Joseph D. Estes
ASSOCIATE
Joe Estes is a seasoned litigator, with
extensive experience at both the state and federal levels from initiation of
lawsuits through trial and appellate work. In litigation, arbitration and
mediations, Joe has represented public and private entities involved in complex
litigation matters that have included claims exceeding $24 million.
Joe has also
dedicated his time and efforts to community service, having served as an elected
City Councilmember and Planning and Zoning Commissioner for the City of
Maricopa, Arizona.
Before attending law school, Joe followed in his father’s
footsteps and served in the U.S. Air Force, where he was initially trained as an
Arabic linguist prior to being assigned to air transportation. Joe’s vast life
experiences have helped him become a highly successful litigator and advocate
for his clients.
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PRACTICE AREAS |
Fidelity and Surety Law
Construction Law
Commercial Litigation
Real Estate Law
Bankruptcy
Contracts
Fraud
Commercial Landlord and
Tenant Law |
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EDUCATION |
J.D., University of
Nevada, Las Vegas, 2003
B.S., cum laude,
Wesley College (Dover, Delaware), 1997 |
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COURT ADMISSIONS |
Arizona, 2005
Nevada, 2003
U.S. District Court, District of Arizona
U.S. District Court,
District of Nevada
U.S. District Court,
District of Colorado
U.S. Court of Appeals,
Ninth Circuit |
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MEMBERSHIPS |
American Bar Association
State Bar of Arizona
State Bar of
Nevada
Maricopa County Bar Association
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COMMUNITY
LEADERSHIP |
Maricopa
(Arizona) City Council, 2005-2010 |
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LANGUAGE
FLUENCY |
Portuguese |
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MILITARY
SERVICE |
U.S. Air Force,
E-4/SrA, 1992-1997 |
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BIRTHPLACE |
Wichita Falls, Texas |
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