Tamalyn E. "Tami" Lewis, Bankruptcy Attorney in Phoenix, Arizona
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Tamalyn E. "Tami" Lewis is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy.
- Based in
- Phoenix, ARIZONA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Bankruptcy
- Handles Bankruptcy matters from Phoenix, ARIZONA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026).
About Tamalyn E. "Tami" Lewis: Tamalyn E. "Tami" Lewis is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Tamalyn takes on
Tamalyn concentrates on bankruptcy. Each area below outlines the kind of case Tamalyn handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Bankruptcy cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Tamalyn takes bankruptcy 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 Tamalyn agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Tamalyn E. "Tami" Lewis — bankruptcy lawyer in Phoenix
Tamalyn E. "Tami" Lewis is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy.
Tamalyn (Tami) Lewis brings her clients more than 30 years of legal experience and a deep appreciation of our Arizona business culture. A true Arizona native through-and-through, Tami was born in Globe, raised in Safford, and attended Arizona State University. Her experience as a Bankruptcy Extern in the United States Bankruptcy Court in 1982 and 1983 piqued her interest and desire to advocate for the rights of creditors. Over the years, she developed extensive experience representing financial institutions, landlords, creditors, and individuals in commercial bankruptcies, foreclosures, loan workouts, agricultural matters, real-estate matters, and settlement negotiations throughout Arizona, Texas and New York.
Advocating for and counseling clients to achieve cost-effective resolution of difficult business issues and legal challenges.
CLIENTS
- Banks
- Financial Institutions
- Agricultural Lenders
- Landlords
- Receivers
- Business Owners
- Farmers
- Non-Profit Organizations
INDUSTRIES
- Agriculture Law
- Business Transactions and Disputes
- Commercial Bankruptcy
- Commercial and Consumer Negotiations and Workouts
- Receiverships
- Real Estate Transactions and Disputes
PROFESSIONAL
- Master Alumni – Arizona Bankruptcy American Inn of Court former membership chair
- Turnaround Management Association
- American Bankruptcy Institute
- Member – State Bar of Arizona
- Member – State Bar of Texas
- Federal Bar Association
- Maricopa County Bar Association
- Former Alumni Board Member of Sandra Day O’Conner College of Law- ASU
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
- Represented agricultural lenders in connection with complex loan workouts and negotiated restructured agreements, including the consensual reorganization in Chapter 11 of one of the state’s largest producers of lemons and the orderly liquidation of an operating farm spanning 5200 acres.
- Represented a governmental agency in achieving regulatory compliance and negotiated payment of $20 Million violation penalties of a sand and gravel operator in a Chapter 11 case.
- Represented the Arizona State Retirement System in regard to protecting loan assets, including the WorldCom bankruptcy case.
- Represented landlords in bankruptcy proceedings to protect their interests of maintaining income stream and, if necessary, the early rejection of leases.
- Represented a Texas corporation protecting its interests in a Chapter 11 filing by a franchisor owning 20+ franchised stores in Arizona.
- Represented Chapter 7 Trustee in the liquidation of a multi-million dollar development project and a Chapter 11 Trustee in the liquidation of a high-end automobile dealership.
- Represented a church trying to preserve its sanctuary and office building in cases involving a Ponzi scheme fraud that implicated hundreds of non-profit organizations in multiple proceedings pending in the Bankruptcy and State Courts in Florida and Minnesota.
- Represented owner of assisted care facility and the associated equipment in connection with the bankruptcy filing of its operator/lessee to attain an expedited approved of a sale to another operator.
- Represented largest secured lender in the American Continental Bankruptcy case.
PUBLISHED OPINIONS
- In re American Continental Corporation, 105 B.R. 564 (Bankr. D. Ariz. 1989)
- In re PMI – DVW Real Estate Holdings, L.L.P., 240 B.R. 24 (Bankr. D. Ariz. 1999)
RECOGNITION
- Best Lawyers in America for Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights/Insolvency and Reorganization Law, 2015 – Present
- AV-Rated by Martindale Hubbell®
SEMINARS
Speaker at Farm Credit Services, 2012 Loan Officer Training Conference
COMMUNITY SERVICE
- Arizona Commission on the Arts, State Arts Commissioner
- Center Dance Ensemble (Resident Modern Dance Company at Herberger Theater), President, Board Member
- Boys Hope Girls Hope of Arizona, Women’s Board Member
- Conventual Church of Our Lady of the Angels at the Franciscan Renewal Center, Parishioner (The Casa)
How Tamalyn handles bankruptcy matters
Tamalyn (Tami) Lewis brings her clients more than 30 years of legal experience and a deep appreciation of our Arizona business culture. A true Arizona native through-and-through, Tami was born in Globe, raised in Safford, and attended Arizona State University. Her experience as a Bankruptcy Extern in the United States Bankruptcy Court in 1982 and 1983 piqued her interest and desire to advocate…
Who Tamalyn represents
Tamalyn reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy matters in Phoenix and the surrounding Arizona area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Arizona State University
J.D. · 1983
Arizona State University
BS · 1980
Tamalyn studied at J.D. in Arizona State University and BS in Arizona State University.
Law school and academic background
Tamalyn completed J.D. in Arizona State University and BS in Arizona State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Tamalyn runs in Arizona is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Tamalyn has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026).
Locations
Tamalyn E. "Tami" Lewis's office in Phoenix
Tamalyn's primary office is at 2800 North Central Avenue, Suite 1200, Phoenix, Arizona, 85004. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Tamalyn E. "Tami" Lewis — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new bankruptcy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Tamalyn usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Tamalyn charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tamalyn'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; Tamalyn will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a bankruptcy attorney in Phoenix, Arizona
A short list to run through before you commit: How many bankruptcy 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 Tamalyn
Tamalyn discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in bankruptcy practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every bankruptcy 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. Tamalyn confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Tamalyn's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many bankruptcy practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Tamalyn E. "Tami" Lewis
How much does it cost to hire Tamalyn for a bankruptcy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Tamalyn walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Tamalyn offer a free consultation?
Tamalyn charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tamalyn's office. Some bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check Tamalyn's current terms during booking.
How long do bankruptcy cases in Arizona typically take?
Simple bankruptcy 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. Tamalyn gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Tamalyn take my case if I'm outside Phoenix?
Tamalyn 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 — Tamalyn 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 Tamalyn?
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. Tamalyn will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Tamalyn accepting new bankruptcy clients right now?
Tamalyn'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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