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Jake Curtis, Business Attorney in Phoenix, Arizona

focused on Business, Employment, and Litigation

Phoenix, AZ

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Jake Curtis is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Litigation.

Based in
Phoenix, ARIZONA
Experience
attorney
Known for
Business · Employment · Litigation
  • Handles Business, Employment, and Litigation matters from Phoenix, ARIZONA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).

About Jake Curtis: Jake Curtis is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Litigation.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Jake takes on

Jake concentrates on business, employment, litigation, and personal injury. 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.

Employment cases in Phoenix, Arizona

Jake takes employment 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.

Litigation cases in Phoenix, Arizona

Jake 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 Jake agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Phoenix, Arizona

Jake takes personal injury 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 Curtis — business lawyer in Phoenix

Jake Curtis is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Litigation.

After nearly twenty years of practicing primarily in the area of civil litigation, Jake has re-focused his practice on liquor licensing and compliance over the past several years. Jake now leads Burch & Cracchiolo’s liquor licensing and compliance department. In that role, Jake handles all manner of issues concerning compliance with Arizona’s liquor laws, including obtaining licenses for retailers, distributors and producers; auditing liquor practices for compliance with local, state, and federal requirements; responding to allegations of non-compliance, defending liquor violation complaints before the Arizona Department of Liquor (DLLC), including appeals to the Superior Court and Court of Appeals; and the sale of quota licenses. In addition, he handles summary suspensions, notice of violations of AZ Department of Health Services (AZDHS) COVID-19 guidelines, attestations, and compliance for notice of closure for bars and restaurants. He is knowledgeable about recent changes to the law involving online delivery, craft brewing and local wineries. Jake represents a wide range of clients from national grocery stores, hotel and restaurant chains to mom-and-pop bars, restaurants and liquor stores. Jake’s experience with the administrative processes in Arizona has allowed him to also advise clients regarding medical marijuana and gaming issues.

Jake is a Southwest Super Lawyer and a Best Lawyer in America.

Jake continues to represent clients in complex civil litigation, specifically commercial/contract disputes, serious personal injury/wrongful death matters, and FDCPA, TPCA, and FCRA cases, including class actions. He has been licensed to practice in the Navajo tribal courts for 19 years and regularly advises businesses about the unique requirements of doing business on the Navajo Nation and navigating the tribal court system.

How Jake handles business matters

After nearly twenty years of practicing primarily in the area of civil litigation, Jake has re-focused his practice on liquor licensing and compliance over the past several years. Jake now leads Burch & Cracchiolo’s liquor licensing and compliance department. In that role, Jake handles all manner of issues concerning compliance with Arizona’s liquor laws, including obtaining licenses for…

The kind of cases Jake takes

Jake reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and litigation matters in Phoenix and the surrounding Arizona area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • The University of Iowa

    J.D. · 1999

Jake studied at J.D. in The University of Iowa.

Law school and academic background

Jake completed J.D. in The University of Iowa. 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.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Jake has received 10 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Food and Beverage Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Native American Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Liquor Licensing

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Food and Beverage Law (2026).

Locations

Jake Curtis's office in Phoenix

Jake's primary office is at 1850 North Central Avenue, Suite 1700, Phoenix, Arizona, 85004. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1850 North Central Avenue, Suite 1700

Phoenix, Arizona 85004

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Hiring guide

How to hire Jake Curtis — 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 Curtis

  • 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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