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Max K. Boyer, Tax Attorney in Scottsdale, Arizona

focused on Tax and Trusts

Boyer Law PC

Scottsdale, AZ

Trusted tax attorney serving Scottsdale.

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Max K. Boyer is an attorney based in Scottsdale, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Tax and Trusts. Currently practicing at Boyer Law PC.

Based in
Scottsdale, ARIZONA
Experience
attorney
Known for
Tax · Trusts
  • Handles Tax and Trusts matters from Scottsdale, ARIZONA.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Scottsdale) (2021).

About Max K. Boyer: Max K. Boyer is an attorney based in Scottsdale, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Tax and Trusts. Currently practicing at Boyer Law PC.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Max K. Boyer

Max concentrates on tax and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Max handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Tax cases in Scottsdale, Arizona

Max takes tax matters in Scottsdale, 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 Max agrees to represent you.

Trusts cases in Scottsdale, Arizona

Max takes trusts matters in Scottsdale, 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 Max agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Max K. Boyer — Attorney of Arizona tax experience

Max K. Boyer is an attorney based in Scottsdale, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Tax and Trusts. Currently practicing at Boyer Law PC.

Max has received the highest ratings for outstanding quality and service from both his clients and his peers. He is listed among the Best Lawyers in America® in the areas of Tax Law and Trusts and Estates, is a Super Lawyer® and is an AV® Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 peer review rated attorney in Martindale Hubbell. Max is designated with the High Ethical Standing seal. Before founding Boyer Bohn in 1998, he was a partner in the Phoenix office of the international law firm, Bryan Cave, LLP and a Senior Member of Phoenix-based O’Connor Cavanagh. He has also served as a trial attorney with the IRS Office of Chief Counsel in Jacksonville, Florida. After graduating cum laude with his J.D. degree from University of Puget Sound, Max received his LL.M., a Master’s degree in Tax Law, from the University of Florida. He received his Bachelor of Science in Finance at the University of Utah, where he graduated magna cum laude.

Working with Max on a tax matter

Max has received the highest ratings for outstanding quality and service from both his clients and his peers. He is listed among the Best Lawyers in America® in the areas of Tax Law and Trusts and Estates, is a Super Lawyer® and is an AV® Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 peer review rated attorney in Martindale Hubbell. Max is designated with the High Ethical Standing seal. Before founding Boyer Bohn in…

Clients Max works with

Max reviews new inquiries case-by-case for tax and trusts matters in Scottsdale and the surrounding Arizona area.

Credentials

Max K. Boyer's legal education and bar admissions

  • Seattle University

    J.D. · 1985

Max studied at J.D. in Seattle University.

Law school and academic background

Max completed J.D. in Seattle University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Max runs in Arizona is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Max K. Boyer

Max has received 7 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Scottsdale)

    2021

  • Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Scottsdale)

    2020

  • Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Scottsdale)

    2019

  • Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Scottsdale)

    2017

  • Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Scottsdale) (2021). Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Scottsdale) (2020). Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Scottsdale) (2019). Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Scottsdale) (2017). Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026).

Locations

Max K. Boyer's office in Scottsdale

Max's primary office is at 4800 North Scottsdale Road, Suite 4400, Scottsdale, Arizona, 85251. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Boyer Law PC

4800 North Scottsdale Road, Suite 4400

Scottsdale, Arizona 85251

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Hiring guide

How to hire Max K. Boyer — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new tax attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Max usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Max charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Max'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; Max will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a tax attorney in Scottsdale, Arizona

A short list to run through before you commit: How many tax 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 Max

Max discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in tax practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every tax 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. Max confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Max's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many tax practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Max K. Boyer

  • How much does it cost to hire Max for a tax case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Max walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Max offer a free consultation?

    Max charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Max's office. Some tax attorneys offer free consults — check Max's current terms during booking.

  • How long do tax cases in Arizona typically take?

    Simple tax 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. Max gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Max take my case if I'm outside Scottsdale?

    Max 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 — Max 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 Max?

    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. Max will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Max accepting new tax clients right now?

    Max's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Tax attorneys serving Scottsdale, Phoenix and Tucson in Arizona

Max handles tax matters throughout Arizona. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified tax attorneys in that community.

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