Jake B. Smith, Business Attorney in Phoenix, Arizona
Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on Business and Tax · 3.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
Phoenix, AZ
Practicing business in Phoenix since 2004.
- 22+
- Years practicing
- 3.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Jake B. Smith is a shareholder based in Phoenix, AZ. The practice focuses on Business and Tax. Jake has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 3.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Phoenix, AZ
- Experience
- over 22 years
- Known for
- Business · Tax
- Handles Business and Tax matters from Phoenix, AZ.
- Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Jake B. Smith: Jake B. Smith is a shareholder based in Phoenix, AZ. The practice focuses on Business and Tax. Jake has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 3.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Jake takes on
Jake concentrates on business and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jake handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Jake 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 Jake agrees to represent you.
Tax cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Jake 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 Jake agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Jake B. Smith — business lawyer in Phoenix
Jake B. Smith is a shareholder based in Phoenix, AZ. The practice focuses on Business and Tax. Jake has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 3.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Jake B. Smith advises clients on business transactions and related tax matters, including tax-free and taxable mergers and acquisitions, complex joint ventures, private equity acquisitions and sales, venture capital, real estate transactions, and sophisticated business agreements for limited liability companies, partnerships, and corporations. Jake regularly counsels clients on private equity transactions, including the formation of private equity funds and corresponding acquisitions. Jake serves as outside general counsel to a variety of companies in various industries, including health care (including, Copa Health, Arizona’s largest behavioral health care provider), real estate, start-ups, payment processors and SaaS. Lastly, in addition to advising companies in a broad range of industries, Jake has wide-ranging experience with structuring and negotiating complex joint ventures (including real estate joint ventures and otherwise).
Concentrations
•Mergers and acquisitions
•Partnership and corporate taxation
•Private equity funds
•Venture capital and private placements
•Real estate joint ventures
•Corporate law
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Accolades
•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America
•Tax Law, 2024-2026
•Corporate Law, 2026
•Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, “Southwest Super Lawyers Rising Stars”
•Honoree, “Arizona’s Finest Couples,” 2012
Jake's approach to business cases
Jake B. Smith advises clients on business transactions and related tax matters, including tax-free and taxable mergers and acquisitions, complex joint ventures, private equity acquisitions and sales, venture capital, real estate transactions, and sophisticated business agreements for limited liability companies, partnerships, and corporations. Jake regularly counsels clients on private equity…
Clients Jake works with
Jake reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and tax matters in Phoenix and the surrounding Arizona area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
New York University School of Law
LL.M. Taxation · 2004
University of Kansas
B.A. Golden · 2000
Jurisdictions
Jake's state bar admissions
Arizona
2008 · ACTIVE
New York
2004 · ACTIVE
Jake studied at LL.M. Taxation in New York University School of Law and B.A. Golden in University of Kansas.
Law school and academic background
Jake completed LL.M. Taxation in New York University School of Law and B.A. Golden in University of Kansas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jake runs in Arizona is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Jake B. Smith's office in Phoenix
Jake's primary office is at 2375 East Camelback Road, Suite 700, Phoenix, AZ, 85016. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
2375 East Camelback Road, Suite 700
Phoenix, AZ 85016
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Client reviews of Jake B. Smith — 3.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Jake. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Phoenix.
3.0
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How to hire Jake B. Smith — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jake usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jake charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jake'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; Jake 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 Jake
Jake 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. Jake confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jake'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 Jake B. Smith
How much does it cost to hire Jake for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jake walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jake offer a free consultation?
Jake charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jake's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Jake'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. Jake gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jake take my case if I'm outside Phoenix?
Jake 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 — Jake 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 Jake?
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. Jake will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jake accepting new business clients right now?
Jake'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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