Jack Douglas Wilenchik, Appellate Attorney in Phoenix, Arizona
Over 14 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Civil Rights, and Class Action · 5.0/5 rating from 11 verified client reviews
AttorneyatWilenchik And Bartness A Professional Corporation
Phoenix, AZ
Practicing appellate in Phoenix since 2012.
- 14+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 11 client reviews
- 6
- Bar admissions
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Jack Douglas Wilenchik is an attorney based in Phoenix, AZ. The practice focuses on Appellate, Civil Rights, and Class Action. Jack has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wilenchik And Bartness A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 11 client reviews.
- Based in
- Phoenix, AZ
- Experience
- over 14 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Civil Rights · Class Action
- Handles Appellate, Civil Rights, and Class Action matters from Phoenix, AZ.
- Over 14 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Jack Douglas Wilenchik: Jack Douglas Wilenchik is an attorney based in Phoenix, AZ. The practice focuses on Appellate, Civil Rights, and Class Action. Jack has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wilenchik And Bartness A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 11 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Jack Douglas Wilenchik
Jack concentrates on appellate, civil rights, class action, construction, and contracts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jack handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Contracts
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Litigation
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Tax Litigation
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Appellate cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Jack takes appellate 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 Jack agrees to represent you.
Civil Rights cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Jack takes civil rights 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 Jack agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Jack takes class action 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 Jack agrees to represent you.
Construction cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Jack takes construction 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 Jack agrees to represent you.
Contracts cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Jack takes contracts 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 Jack agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Jack Douglas Wilenchik — Over 14 years of Arizona appellate experience
Jack Douglas Wilenchik is an attorney based in Phoenix, AZ. The practice focuses on Appellate, Civil Rights, and Class Action. Jack has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wilenchik And Bartness A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 11 client reviews.
John “Jack” Wilenchik is a litigation and trial lawyer who handles cases in various areas including business and employment law, civil rights, lawsuits defending or against law enforcement, victim’s rights matters, and tax audits/deficiencies. He has been named to the national Superlawyers list of “Top Rated Attorneys” by Thomson Reuters. In 2018, he obtained the largest jury verdict in Mohave County history (at $8M including $1.77M punitive damages) and largest punitive damage verdict statewide. Mr. Wilenchik practices in Arizona state and federal court, the Ninth and Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals, the United States Supreme Court, and United States Tax Court. Mr. Wilenchik is committed to charity, both personally and professionally. He has taken on various cases and causes over the years on a pro bono basis, including a unique case on behalf of a child victim that reached the United States Supreme Court. Mr. Wilenchik also authored a bill to protect child victims that was co-sponsored by United States Senators Jeff Flake (R-AZ) and Dianne Feinstein (D-CA). He has served as a volunteer attorney for the NAACP, the Rutherford Institute, and the Goldwater Institute, as well as a liaison and special advisor to Maricopa County Community Legal Services. Mr. Wilenchik has also volunteered regularly for the Wills for Heroes program, which prepares wills for law enforcement and first responders. Less than one week after taking the bar exam, Mr. Wilenchik donated a kidney to his mother, Becky Bartness.Mr. Wilenchik has hosted and co-produced several radio shows, including the “Legal-ease” and “Ripoff Report” radio shows which aired for years on KFNX 1100 AM . Mr. Wilenchik is conversant in Spanish, and his wife (who was born and raised in Guanajuato, MX) also assists as a Spanish interpreter. Mr. Wilenchik studied Italian, Mandarin Chinese, and Hebrew at New York University and lived for two years abroad (in Italy and Scotland, UK). He has two daughters, both born in AZ.
Working with Jack on a appellate matter
John “Jack” Wilenchik is a litigation and trial lawyer who handles cases in various areas including business and employment law, civil rights, lawsuits defending or against law enforcement, victim’s rights matters, and tax audits/deficiencies. He has been named to the national Superlawyers list of “Top Rated Attorneys” by Thomson Reuters. In 2018, he obtained the largest jury verdict in Mohave…
Clients Jack works with
Jack reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, civil rights, and class action matters in Phoenix and the surrounding Arizona area.
Credentials
Jack Douglas Wilenchik's legal education and bar admissions
Phoenix School of Law J.D.
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Jurisdictions
Jack's state bar admissions
United States Suprem
2015 · ACTIVE
Gila River Indian Co
2015 · ACTIVE
Arizona
2012 · ACTIVE
United States Distri
2012 · ACTIVE
United States Court
2012 · ACTIVE
United States Court
2012 · ACTIVE
Jack studied at — in Phoenix School of Law J.D..
Law school and academic background
Jack completed — in Phoenix School of Law J.D.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jack runs in Arizona is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Jack Douglas Wilenchik
Jack has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Locations
Jack Douglas Wilenchik's office in Phoenix
Jack's primary office is at The Wilenchik & Bartness Building, 2810 North Third Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85004. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Wilenchik And Bartness A Professional Corporation
The Wilenchik & Bartness Building, 2810 North Third Street
Phoenix, AZ 85004
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Client reviews of Jack Douglas Wilenchik — 5.0/5 rating from 11 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Jack. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing appellate attorneys in Phoenix.
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How to hire Jack Douglas Wilenchik — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jack usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jack charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jack'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; Jack will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Phoenix, Arizona
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Jack
Jack discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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. Jack confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jack's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jack Douglas Wilenchik
How much does it cost to hire Jack for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jack walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jack offer a free consultation?
Jack charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jack's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Jack's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Arizona typically take?
Simple appellate 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. Jack gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jack take my case if I'm outside Phoenix?
Jack 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 — Jack 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 Jack?
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. Jack will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jack accepting new appellate clients right now?
Jack'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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