Daniel Mestaz, Business Attorney in Phoenix, Arizona
focused on Business and Litigation
Phoenix, AZ
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Daniel Mestaz is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation. Currently practicing at Mestaz Law.
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- Phoenix, ARIZONA
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- Business · Litigation
- Handles Business and Litigation matters from Phoenix, ARIZONA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).
About Daniel Mestaz: Daniel Mestaz is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation. Currently practicing at Mestaz Law.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Daniel Mestaz
Daniel concentrates on business and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Daniel 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 Daniel agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Daniel 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 Daniel agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Daniel Mestaz — Attorney of Arizona business experience
Daniel Mestaz is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation. Currently practicing at Mestaz Law.
After graduating from NYU law school, I spent nine years at blue-chip law firms in Los Angeles. As a BigLaw commercial litigation partner, I represented movie studios and fortune 100 companies in document heavy cases that rarely went to trial. But I always wanted to be a real trial lawyer. So I resigned my partnership, moved to Arizona, and tried serious felony cases for a few years.
As a commercial trial lawyer with nearly 30 years of courtroom experience, I am now the owner and leader of Mestaz Law, a boutique litigation firm. My opponents typically include the largest firms in the state, including in matters involving breach of contract, business torts, business divorce, trade secrets, non-compete/non-solicitation covenants, lost profit claims, and unfair competition. For example, I often represent company owners or executives who have been deprived of equity, companies battling those accusations, and companies who have been duped into fraudulent investments or who have been accused of fraud or other misconduct. I also have expertise in electronic discovery. My team and I use the latest technology to efficiently gather, filter and use — to the client’s benefit — the electronic evidence important to the case, without getting mired in irrelevant details.
The key to victory, whether at trial or before trial, is mastering the facts, documents, and evidence so that no matter what happens, the crucial piece of evidence will be on screen within seconds. I pair custom technology--the Chron--with state of the art trial presentation software to do that. The ability to immediately, visually display that evidence to the client, witness, opposing counsel, judge, or jury, at any stage of the proceedings, is an enormous advantage. Superior preparation, after all, is the key to both efficiency and victory, whether by leveraging a favorable settlement or ultimate success in the court room.
Working with Daniel on a business matter
After graduating from NYU law school, I spent nine years at blue-chip law firms in Los Angeles. As a BigLaw commercial litigation partner, I represented movie studios and fortune 100 companies in document heavy cases that rarely went to trial. But I always wanted to be a real trial lawyer. So I resigned my partnership, moved to Arizona, and tried serious felony cases for a few years. As a…
Clients Daniel works with
Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and litigation matters in Phoenix and the surrounding Arizona area.
Credentials
Daniel Mestaz's legal education and bar admissions
New York University
J.D. · 1996
University of Southern California
B.A. · 1993
Jurisdictions
Daniel's state bar admissions
California, The Stat
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Arizona, State Bar o
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Daniel studied at J.D. in New York University and B.A. in University of Southern California.
Law school and academic background
Daniel completed J.D. in New York University and B.A. in University of Southern California. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in Arizona is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Daniel Mestaz
Daniel has received 9 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trade Secrets Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV-Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected to Super Lawyers: 2024
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Trade Secrets Law (2026).
Locations
Daniel Mestaz's office in Phoenix
Daniel's primary office is at 5090 North 40th Street, Suite 200, Phoenix, Arizona, 85018. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Daniel Mestaz — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Daniel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Daniel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel'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; Daniel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Phoenix, Arizona
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Daniel
Daniel discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Daniel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Daniel's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Daniel Mestaz
How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Daniel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Daniel offer a free consultation?
Daniel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Arizona typically take?
Simple business 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. Daniel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Daniel take my case if I'm outside Phoenix?
Daniel 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 — Daniel 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 Daniel?
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. Daniel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Daniel accepting new business clients right now?
Daniel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Phoenix, Tucson and Scottsdale in Arizona
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