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Shane Foster, Business Attorney in Phoenix, Arizona

Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on Business and General

ShareholderatGreenberg Traurig, LLP

Phoenix, AZ

Practicing business in Phoenix since 2004.

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Shane Foster is a shareholder based in Phoenix, AZ. The practice focuses on Business and General. Shane has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.

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over 22 years
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Business · General
  • Handles Business and General matters from Phoenix, AZ.
  • Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Shane Foster: Shane Foster is a shareholder based in Phoenix, AZ. The practice focuses on Business and General. Shane has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Shane Foster

Shane concentrates on business and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Shane handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Phoenix, Arizona

Shane 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 Shane agrees to represent you.

General cases in Phoenix, Arizona

Shane takes general 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 Shane agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Shane Foster — Over 22 years of Arizona business experience

Shane Foster is a shareholder based in Phoenix, AZ. The practice focuses on Business and General. Shane has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.

Shane Foster is a shareholder with deep financial regulatory experience in areas such as banking, money transmission, lending, and fintech, among others. Serving in a high-level capacity as Chief Deputy Director at the Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions (DIFI), he oversaw the agency’s enforcement, depository, non-depository, consumer affairs, and insurance market conduct divisions.

As a former regulator, Shane has a thorough understanding of regulatory issues affecting the financial services sector and has deep experience in licensing, compliance, investigatory, and enforcement matters. From advising on chartering de novo depository institutions, merger activity, solvency and deposit insurance issues, to ensuring compliance with consumer protection and safety and soundness regulations, he provides financial institutions with insights to navigate complex issues. Additionally, his experience encompasses various consumer finance segments such as mortgage, vehicle title, and unsecured lending. Shane also led the efforts in drafting and implementing Arizona’s money transmission law (i.e., CSBS Model Money Transmission Modernization Act), which substantive provisions can be found in many states throughout the country.

Shane’s practice extends to the use of new technologies and innovation in the financial services sector. He served a prominent role in the administration of the nation’s first state regulatory sandbox, bolstering his deep understanding of the use of novel products and services in the ever evolving fintech sector (e.g., blockchain technology, digital payments, APIs, artificial intelligence, and mobile applications, among others). Shane also stays at the forefront of law and policy developments regarding digital assets. Whether dealing with transmission and custody issues or monitoring recent guidelines by federal agencies concerning crypto-related activities and stablecoins, Shane stays abreast of developments to advise clients on innovative legal strategies.

Shane has worked closely with state regulators through active involvement in the Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS), National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC), and the National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG), serving as a key participant in numerous multistate initiatives, including serving on the coordinating committee with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and on data privacy working groups, among others. Simultaneously, his background in government relations has given him many opportunities to interface with various federal agencies and draft comments on proposed federal policies.

Shane Foster is a sought-after speaker on a variety of topics concerning financial regulation, having spoken on numerous panels at industry and government-related events.

Concentrations

•Federal and state regulation of banks, credit unions, money transmission and other financial services
•Consumer finance - mortgage, vehicle title, and unsecured lending
•Alternative lending products
•Fintech
•Crypto/digital assets and blockchain
•Multistate supervision and enforcement
•Government investigations

Recognition & Leadership

Awards & Accolades

•Listed, The Legal 500 United States, Finance> Financial Services Regulation, 2025
•Listed, AZ Big Media, 'AZ Business Leaders,' Banking, 2025

Working with Shane on a business matter

Shane Foster is a shareholder with deep financial regulatory experience in areas such as banking, money transmission, lending, and fintech, among others. Serving in a high-level capacity as Chief Deputy Director at the Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions (DIFI), he oversaw the agency’s enforcement, depository, non-depository, consumer affairs, and insurance market conduct…

Clients Shane works with

Shane reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and general matters in Phoenix and the surrounding Arizona area.

Credentials

Shane Foster's legal education and bar admissions

  • Cornell Law School J.D.

  • Brigham Young University B.A.

Jurisdictions

Shane's state bar admissions

  • Arizona

    2015 · ACTIVE

  • New York

    2004 · ACTIVE

Shane studied at — in Cornell Law School J.D. and — in Brigham Young University B.A..

Law school and academic background

Shane completed — in Cornell Law School J.D. and — in Brigham Young University B.A.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Shane runs in Arizona is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Shane Foster's office in Phoenix

Shane'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.

Main office

Greenberg Traurig, LLP

2375 East Camelback Road, Suite 700

Phoenix, AZ 85016

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Hiring guide

How to hire Shane Foster — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Shane charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shane'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; Shane 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 Shane

Shane 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. Shane confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Shane'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 Shane Foster

  • How much does it cost to hire Shane for a business case?

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

  • Does Shane offer a free consultation?

    Shane charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shane's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Shane'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. Shane gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Shane take my case if I'm outside Phoenix?

    Shane 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 — Shane 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 Shane?

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

  • Is Shane accepting new business clients right now?

    Shane'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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