Donald W. Hudspeth
Phoenix, Arizona · United States
★ 5.0 (36reviews)
About
Donald W. Hudspeth is a business law attorney in Phoenix, AZ with 37 years of experience. Donald focuses on contracts and llc formation cases.
Practice areas
Languages
English
Office location
3200 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85064
Client reviews · ★ 5.0 (36)
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- ★★★★★Great Attorney
Dorenda · litigation ·
I hired Mac MacPherson after I closed my business. I needed legal advice on several matters as well as legal representation on a lawsuit that was filed. I felt that Mac went above and beyond what some may think is normal to protect me, my family, and my rights. I think he is very good at what he d oes and is not afraid to push the envelope or challenge anything. I am very happy with the services that I received. Also, I have worked for Mac’s law firm as a paralegal for over 25 years and thus know about his background and service to both his country and his many satisfied clients, in both civil and criminal tax cases. Mac’s aggressive approach to serious legal problems reflects his background, which includes West Point, Airborne, Ranger, Infantry, Jump Master, Special Forces, and 18 months of Vietnam combat as a Platoon Leader and Company Commander. In fact, as I well know from my work on the case, Mac applied his “legal engineering,” aggressive approach in the case of Andrew, who filed with this site his negative comments, failing to mention that Mac (a) researched and recommended a “black-ops” approach - a surreptitious tape recording of Andrew’s accountant as permitted by law in some but not all states - for protecting Andrew against his accountant who cost Andrew $200k; and (b) returned to Andrew $10k of the $20k paid, even though nothing was legally or ethically required. The vast majority of attorneys will not recommend surreptitious recordings, yet I know that in another case Mac succeeded in having a federal criminal investigation dropped because his clients recorded their former attorneys, who later lied to IRS about the facts. The recording evidenced the lies. Andrew - faced with possible civil and/or criminal investigation - failed to mention the importance and result of Mac’s service. “No pancake is so thin that it does not have two sides.”
- ★★★★★Unreasonable Fees for Services, in our opinion
Andrew · tax law ·
We contracted with The MacPherson Group to take over a tax appeal and perform other related services. Unfortunately we feel as if we've had a very poor outcome from our dealings with them. Donald MacPherson suggested a specific tactic to collect evidence relevant to our case, which we agreed coul d be effective. He mentioned he may have to conduct some research into the tactic's admissibility in court, but we never imagined that such research would amount to over 25% of our $20,000 advance fee paid to him. We felt that this was an incredibly high price for some rudimentary legal research on a tactic he himself had advised us to employ, and when we received the invoice with the price tag for said research we were shocked and felt betrayed. We discharged the MacPherson Group as soon as we were able to get him on the phone after that initial invoice, as we wanted to stop the financial bleeding. We are still in the process of trying to get the rest of our 'advance fee' returned to us, as in our opinion even the meager services we were provided were not reasonably priced. In our opinion, you should beware this attorney. He employs a 'non-refundable, earned-when-paid' advance fee scheme that is strongly discouraged by some state bars, as they are misleading and can cause a chilling effect on a client's choice to leave an attorney if he feels he wants to discharge the attorney for any reason. Now we are out the funds we had set aside for legal representation for our tax appeal, and have to contest with this attorney to hopefully get even a token amount of our advance fee returned. Do yourself a favor and look elsewhere if you need an advocate.
- ★★★★★The Best In Criminal Tax
Chuck · criminal defense ·
Donald aka Mac saved me from going to federal prison for one year on a felony tax conviction. He did it by dragging out the case for over two years. The IRS dropped the charges. It cost me 20K, but no felony and no one year federal prison time. Anyone under an IRS crimmal investigation, should hi re Mac.
- ★★★★★Excellent Attorney
Samantha · criminal defense ·
Mac helped me with an issue when my friend received a criminal trespassing ticket. While he did not represent my friend, he provided the guidance needed to beat the charge.
- ★★★★★personal review from experience
Tere' · criminal defense ·
Mac has become a dear friend over the years. As bad as our overall experience was, we would not change anything because we have won a friend for life, and together we have gained invaluable experience and education. We feel that God had brought us through this to teach us and wake us up to what is ac tually happening around us. My husband and I used Mac and his attorney friend Brent Winters for criminal defense in a very unusual case where we filed a lawsuit and got in trouble for it. The case took years and a lot of money to fight. We lost to a corrupt government in the end. The process was the biggest education in our lives. We came out of the bubble of happiness and idea that love and truth will set you free beliefs we lived in, and jumped into a world of corrupt government practices and an eye-opening education that shook us to the core of our beliefs about our countries justice system and in the end made fighters and educators out of us. We learned just how incredibly deceitful, secretive, and deceptive the government Courts are. We learned how much lying goes on in a court room, how the certified transcripts can be altered or have pages and lines deleted or be completely deleted from the court system! We won our case in the first trial. The Judge ordered a miss trial! We won it on Speedy trial issues. The Judge refused to honor the law, and made his own decision to punish us because we pressed the law and were right! We won it again in the second trial with Mac's incredible defense practices. Mac was given a very short notice to go to bat for us and defend us. He studied hard became hard to live with because he worried about us so much, but went into the court room like a tiger. He proved that the FBI agent lied from the beginning to the grand Jury! He proved that the FBI was a professional " expert witness" and had sat in the witness chair using his lies and innuendos to win cases in so many trials that he could not count them. He proved that these people were experts in creating cases, prefabricating evidence and making lies appear truthful against innocent people! Mac won the case hands down on the rule 29 in the end of the trial, because the prosecutor actually argued issues that were not even in the indictment throughout the whole first trial and all of the second trial, including the final argument! The whole case should have been dropped! But the Judge took over as lead prosecutor and ran with his idea of what would happen no matter what! This in the end is very fishy. When you watch this, you understand how you have just been manipulated, and learn that as one party, you have no control over these events. We learned that Judges are not mediators any more in a court room. A mediator would play both sides equally and protect both sides right to present real evidence and real truth. They are paid to prosecute a case even if you are innocent! We learned that the truth does not matter. The truth is actually impossible to present, because of the ability for the language to be redacted, and altered. We learned that in a lot of cases your evidence will not be allowed if it does not favor the government! We were charged with a thought crime we never thought of. The charges were set up and arranged so the government could win! In study of our case later we learned that these charges were so vague that anything the government wanted could be designed to fit the charges. How can a person in this country get a fair impartial trial? I have to admit this whole mess was hard on us, but Mac made it livable. He taught us that you cannot always win against a corrupt government. Sometimes you need to step back and see the devil with his horns instead of listening to the devils forked tongue. I know that we won this case over and over again. The best win was in the end when Mac defended us. The most discovery of the government corruption was in the end when Mac helped us find these answers. Under any other circumstances I know we would have beat the system of corruption with Mac's defense. Mac was just ston
- ★★★★★Ben's the one of the best lawyers in town!
Tariq Ahmed · immigration ·
My family and I have been working with Ben since 1995. Ben has successfully supported us with everything from immigration to business. He's always professional and prompt with his responses.
- ★★★★★Highly recommend Ben - he's been a great asset to our company.
Tim · business law ·
Ben has done work for my companies for the past 7 years, on many different occasions. From Independent Contractor agreements to the acquisition contracts of our company, Ben has always done an outstanding job advising us in complex situations. Even through multiple companies we've started, he's bee n the only one I've worked with. He's extremely responsive via email and phone, and you don't get the sense he's trying to "nickel and dime" for every little thing, like most attorneys do. I've referred him to other companies as well, and have only heard great things about his work. Couldn't recommend him higher if you're looking for a great business attorney. If you have any questions about work he did for my companies, please don' t hesitate to reach out. I'd be more than happy to answer them.
- ★★★★★Pro
anonymous ·
So far my experience with her is that she responds quick and efficient. I appreciate professionalism
- ★★★★★Thank you
Ashlee · business law ·
My husband and I consulted with Megan over a contract we felt wasn't right. Megan jumped into action the same day & quickly eased our minds! Thank you Megan for your fast response & great work!
- ★★★★★Excellent Attorney
Michael · business law ·
As a small business owner, I have signed countless contracts. Whether it be a commercial lease, a services agreement, or an employment contract, Megan has helped me navigate through each and every one. She has saved my business thousands of dollars in potential mistakes.
- ★★★★★Stellar experience for this small business owner!
Marco · business law ·
Simply put, Megan and Your Contract Shop saved my (and my family's) financial future. As first-time business owners, from our initial consultation with Megan, we knew we were in the best hands. Her expertise is only rivaled by her authenticity and care for her clients. She's 100% reliable and her commitment to making sure our interests were protected were simply put...amazing. I think the thing we most admire about Megan however is how she takes her time to educate her clients. Megan uses practical language, real-life terms, and takes her time to ensure everyone is on the same pace. Never did we feel rushed - we always felt protected and guided in making the right decisions. Thank you for everything, Megan - you have clients for life and we won't soon forget everything you've done for this little "mom & pop" shop!
- ★★★★★Helped me start up my business.
Shannon · business law ·
Megan had a big part of making my dream come true ! She did the set up and reviewed all of the contracts to start up my small business. She made it easy and painless. At one point I ran into a snag with State Board. Not only did she accompanied me down there but she got everything fixed that day.
- ★★★★★Outstanding Legal Representation
Pam Warren · litigation ·
As a client of Mrs. Schlesinger, I feel compelled to write a review of her excellent services and her remarkable knowledge and understanding of AZ Law. She has shown a genuine interest in my case and has an unlimited amount of patience for all the questions I have presented her with. She is very a dept at breaking down difficult laws, and translating them into an understandable explanation. Mrs. Schlesinger has stayed ahead of, and kept me informed of the proceedings in my case, alleviating anxiety. Finally Mrs. Schlesinger is a person with integrity, high moral and legal standards, and has always treated me with professionalism, kindness and respect. I would definitely recommend Mrs. Schlesinger to anyone seeking an attorney.
- ★★★★★Very helpful
anonymous ·
I am very impressed with how willing Ms. Kira Schlesinger was to just take the time find out if she could assist me. I really appreciate the ability to have someone at least speak with me.
- ★★★★★Kira gave me a sense of hope!
Adrianna · real estate ·
I am a new small business owner and I have been feeling defeated with my landlord and turned to Kira for legal advice on how to approach the problems going on with my lease, she made it simple and took a lot of stress away I had been carrying. She’s thoughtful and very helpful! I would recommend Kira to anyone needed the best advice Phoenix has to offer!
- ★★★★★Patricia Breen - Best Lawyer in Arizona!
Erin Cook · business law ·
I used Patricia and her firm to sell my small business. Patricia consistently impressed me with her willingness to do whatever it took to get the sale done. She is extremely reliable and trustworthy. Patricia has a strong but soothing personality. She was so patient when explaining things to me in " non-lawyer" language and made sure I understood even when I asked the same question multiple times during the same conversation. She exceeded my expectations and was a pleasure to have represent me. Highly recommend!
- ★★★★★Excellent representation and communication!
Jennifer · bankruptcy ·
Ms. Breen assisted us in negotiations with the USDA Rural Development in regards to a mortgage issue. Her legal expertise and thoroughness in the negotiation process allowed a resolution to be reached that was far better than we ever anticipated. We appreciated her frequent communication and her qu ick action as she represented us in this matter, and we definitely recommend her services to any potential client.
- ★★★★★Great experience!
anonymous · real estate ·
Ms. Breen is a caring and knowledgeable attorney. She is clear and concise in her communication, and I felt comfortable with her from the start. She graciously answered my questions and addressed all of my concerns even after we had established legal action would not be necessary for my real estate/ mortgage situation. I find Ms. Breen intelligent and highly capable, and would recommend her to anyone looking for an honest attorney.
- ★★★★★Fantastic Lawyer
Jill · litigation ·
Ms. Breen is an outstanding lawyer who knows her "stuff". Great to work with and easy going with a burst of Gladiator. I felt like she could conquer the world with her compassion alone. She is thoughtful, delightful and a true gem. To say she is brilliant is an understatement. She handled my cas e efficiently and we came out on top, the other guys had no rebuttal. Her modus ponens were flawless. Go see Breen!
- ★★★★★5 Stars for Casey
Ana · employment law ·
I consulted with Casey about a Severance package between myself and a now former employer. Casey not only took the time out of her busy schedule to meet with me within hours of the time I reached out to her, but she was honest, and read through everything carefully, as well as educated me on multiple other realistic options I have available to me. She looked out for my best interest. I highly recommend Casey, and would work with her again with no questions asked. Thank you Casey. The world could use more people with your integrity, and sense of urgency when it comes to helping people in difficult situations.
- ★★★★★Knowledgeable, responsive, friendly and helpful
Beth · business law ·
I had the opportunity to work with Casey to set up my LLC. Before engaging her services, she provided about at 45 min consultation which was very helpful in deciding which path I needed to take. After that initial call, I did decide to use her services to set up my company and am planning on en gaging her going forward for my additional business legal needs.
- ★★★★★Excellent Attorney!
Jessica · employment law ·
Casey assisted me with an emotional case in employment law and she was right beside me every step of the way. There were plenty of times I didn’t understand what was going on or needed some guidance and Casey was always there to answer all of my questions. She worked very hard and always stayed on to p of everything. I would most definitely hire Casey again if I ever had any other issues.
- ★★★★★Excellent attorney!
Nicole · family law ·
Casey has assisted us with both a custody trial as well as another type of trial. She is very professional and knowledgeable, and also very approachable! I feel as though she takes care to learn each situation and provides helpful suggestions to navigate through the otherwise confusing legal proces s. Casey always takes the time to respond to emails and phone calls in a prompt manner and thoroughly address any questions and concerns. Hiring Casey was an excellent choice and I am so glad we did!
- ★★★★★Compassionate
Nicole · litigation ·
I am in the early stages of litigation, but Casey has been outstanding so far. My case has severely affected my emotional and mental wellbeing so when seeking an attorney, I was looking for someone who showed compassion and empathy for my situation. Casey displayed both of these traits and for that I am thankful. I look forward to continuing our relationship. Thanks!
- ★★★★★the best
Gregg ·
I am extremely fortunate to have found Gaya for my legal work. She is a consummate professional and highly knowledgeable in her field of expertise. I would never need to look anywhere else. She works long hours tirelessly and always had my best interests at the top of her list and in her heart. Thank you Gaya
- ★★★★★Best Attorney You Can Hire
Susan · litigation ·
Without Gaya, I'm not sure exactly what would have happened to my case. Gaya is brilliant, she leaves no stone unturned to help you, her knowledge and passion of the law is quite something to behold. I felt very fortunate to have Gaya and her assistant, Kelley Irish on my side. I would highly reco mmend Gaya Shanmuganatha at Tiffany & Bosco.
- ★★★★★Fantastic Attorney, best I have EVER had
anonymous ·
Working with Gaya, was a complete pleasure. She not only answered/returned my call the first time, but was always responsive and incredibly professional. Nobody likes to have to hire an attorney, but when they are as good at Gaya it makes the sting that much easier.
- ★★★★★Star Attorney Highly Recommended
John · litigation ·
I am pleased to write this review of the experience we had with Gaya Shanmuganatha at Tiffany & Bosco. We were caught in a hostile situation with a vexatious litigant whose methods defied ethical or commercial logic, who had filed hundreds of lawsuits in various jurisdictions all the while evading pr ocess, knowingly driving up the legal costs, and committing every misrepresentation in the book. For normal people trying to run a normal business, this was a nightmare, especially as we operate across many time zones and jurisdictions. Gaya was the most savvy, tactful, clever, practical attorney we have ever worked with, sometimes taking calls at 4am and well past midnight, even with a family and tragedy in her own life. We won the case thanks to Gaya’s determination. We cannot say enough good things about how she works or her total dedication to doing what is best and right for her clients.
- ★★★★★Knowledgeable, professional, and very easy to work with during a stressful time
anonymous · litigation ·
Gaya was very easy to communicate with during the course of our litigation and she was always willing to meet with us to discuss and strategize next steps. We were fortunate to have Gaya work with us on our case and would couldn't be more pleased with the results Gaya and her team were able to facili tate. Thank you so much for all that you have done for us Gaya!
- ★★★★★Amazing Experience! Honest and caring man!
Melissa · litigation ·
Frankie Adamo, is one of the most honest lawyers you will ever find in the state of Arizona or the entire country at that. He actually cares about his clients unlike other lawyers which just care about being paid. He is definitely a lawyer that I would recommend 100% and hire if needed again. Our cas e was a long and exhausting one, yet he never got tired of fighting and trying to protect my rights. He is a very good person at heart and I am very thankful for everything he has done to help.
- ★★★★★Great outcome
anonymous · litigation ·
Frankie did an excellent job in helping my achieve a desirable outcome in my case. He was professional, courteous, knowledgeable, and responsive to all of my questions. Highly recommend Frankie for your legal needs.
- ★★★★★Conscientious Lawyer
Jacob · estate planning ·
As an Illinois lawyer, I engaged Mr. Adamo to assist my Illinois clients in the preparation of an Arizona deed as part of their estate plan. Mr. Adamo knew the right questions to ask and handled the matter efficiently and in a cost-effective manner. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Adamo for s imilar services.
- ★★★★★Dr Mario Duque
Mario · litigation ·
Mr. Adamo helped with a case that was brought against me by State Farm. I was living in NY at the time and he helped me successfully even though I was in a different state. He was thorough and and incredibly informative.
- ★★★★★Genuine Caring Attorney
anonymous · litigation ·
Mr. Adamo represented my interests in a Superior Court Civil Case. Mr. Adamo has an extensive background in Civil Trial Practice. He provided me with adept and zealous representation and honest opinions of the outcome of the Case.
- ★★★★★Mr. Hudspeth is the best business attorney I know.
Sylvia · business law ·
I went to Mr. Hudspeth hoping that he would represent me on a business contract. But after reviewing my entire contract and having two of his staff attorneys research my case, he came to the conclusion that I would be better served by an attorney with expertise in securities law. Mr. Hudspeth did no t charge me for any of his or the other attorneys’ time. I was disillusioned that he was not going to be able to represent me because I wanted the most competent attorney I knew, and that was Mr. Hudspeth. The reason I know this is because I also worked for Mr. Hudspeth for five years. I learned to have tremendous respect for him as a lawyer and as a person. I have been around lawyers most of my life, but working for Mr. Hudspeth I saw a side I had not been exposed to very much. His compassion for others and understanding comes through in his communications, and that is something I have taken away with me and try to emulate. In his practice too, he expected that everyone adhere to ethical standards as the right and natural thing to do. Therefore, I highly recommend Mr. Hudspeth to anyone looking for competence, dedication, and years of experience. Sylvia
- ★★★★★Top Quality Advise
Frank ·
Over the years I have used the largest and best known law firms from around the nation and the world. During the many years that I have utilized Don Hudspeth for legal advice on a broad list of issues I have found he and his team to be every bit as effective as the largest international firms. As a former special assistant to two United States Attorney's General I could not recommend Don and his team more highly.
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