Carli Simkin, Bankruptcy Attorney in Phoenix, Arizona
focused on Bankruptcy, Business, and Litigation
Phoenix, AZ
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Carli Simkin is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Litigation.
- Based in
- Phoenix, ARIZONA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Bankruptcy · Business · Litigation
- Handles Bankruptcy, Business, and Litigation matters from Phoenix, ARIZONA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).
About Carli Simkin: Carli Simkin is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Carli takes on
Carli concentrates on bankruptcy, business, litigation, tax, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Carli handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Bankruptcy
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Bankruptcy cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Carli takes bankruptcy matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Carli agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Carli takes business matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Carli agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Carli takes litigation matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Carli agrees to represent you.
Tax cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Carli takes tax matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Carli agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Carli takes trusts matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Carli agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Carli Simkin — bankruptcy lawyer in Phoenix
Carli Simkin is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Litigation.
Carli Simkin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Bankruptcy, Litigation - Trusts and Estates, Tax Law and Trusts and Estates.
Carli, who practices law in Phoenix, Arizona, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Carli is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
How Carli handles bankruptcy matters
Carli Simkin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Bankruptcy, Litigation - Trusts and Estates, Tax Law and Trusts and Estates. Carli, who practices law in Phoenix, Arizona, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Carli is held by other…
Who Carli represents
Carli reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy, business, and litigation matters in Phoenix and the surrounding Arizona area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Loyola Law School
J.D. · 2015
Loyola Law School
J.D. · 2015
Loyola Law School
J.D. · 2015
Loyola Law School
J.D. · 2015
Loyola Law School
J.D. · 2015
Loyola Law School
J.D. · 2015
Loyola Law School
J.D. · 2015
Loyola Law School
J.D. · 2015
Loyola Law School
J.D. · 2015
Jurisdictions
Carli's state bar admissions
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Carli studied at J.D. in Loyola Law School, J.D. in Loyola Law School, and J.D. in Loyola Law School.
Law school and academic background
Carli completed J.D. in Loyola Law School, J.D. in Loyola Law School, J.D. in Loyola Law School, J.D. in Loyola Law School, J.D. in Loyola Law School, J.D. in Loyola Law School, J.D. in Loyola Law School, J.D. in Loyola Law School, and J.D. in Loyola Law School. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Carli runs in Arizona is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Carli has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026).
Locations
Office locations for Carli Simkin in Phoenix, Arizona
Carli's primary office is at Phoenix, Arizona, 85016. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Carli Simkin — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new bankruptcy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Carli usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Carli charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Carli's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Carli will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a bankruptcy attorney in Phoenix, Arizona
A short list to run through before you commit: How many bankruptcy matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Carli
Carli discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in bankruptcy practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every bankruptcy matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Carli confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Carli's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many bankruptcy practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Carli Simkin
How much does it cost to hire Carli for a bankruptcy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Carli walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Carli offer a free consultation?
Carli charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Carli's office. Some bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check Carli's current terms during booking.
How long do bankruptcy cases in Arizona typically take?
Simple bankruptcy matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Carli gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Carli take my case if I'm outside Phoenix?
Carli is licensed in Arizona. Matters governed by Arizona law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Carli will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Carli?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Carli will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Carli accepting new bankruptcy clients right now?
Carli's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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