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Michael L. Aguirre, Business Attorney in Phoenix, Arizona

Phoenix, AZ

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Michael L. Aguirre is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Business.

Based in
Phoenix, ARIZONA
Experience
attorney
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Business
  • Handles Business matters from Phoenix, ARIZONA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026).

About Michael L. Aguirre: Michael L. Aguirre is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Business.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Michael takes on

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

Business cases in Phoenix, Arizona

Michael 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 Michael agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Michael L. Aguirre — business lawyer in Phoenix

Michael L. Aguirre is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Business.

Known for his extensive work in corporate and business law, Michael Aguirre excels at helping organizations of all sizes and maturities address complex legal and business challenges.

Michael has wide-ranging experience in corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, and general business transactions, as well as counseling executive teams and boards on corporate governance and various corporate matters. He has also advised clients in complex state, federal, and local regulatory environments, including cannabis companies and financial institutions.

As a third-generation Arizonan, Michael cares deeply about his native state. His experience in handling critical civic issues affecting Arizonans, including being heavily involved in community organizations, makes him an asset in matters of public policy. As a longstanding member of Los Abogados Hispanic Bar Association and a former board member of the National Hispanic Cannabis Council, Michael is committed to issues of equity, diversity, and inclusion in the law. He was drawn to Coppersmith Brockelman not only for its top-ranked lawyers, but because it is a leader among Arizona’s premier law firms for hiring and promoting women, people of color, and LGBTQ lawyers. In a former life, Michael was a scholarship athlete on Arizona State University’s football team and continues to devote significant time to issues facing intercollegiate athletics.

Before joining Coppersmith Brockelman, Michael worked as Assistant General Counsel for two established publicly traded multi-state cannabis companies and was a shareholder in the Phoenix office of a prominent international law firm.

Michael's approach to business cases

Known for his extensive work in corporate and business law, Michael Aguirre excels at helping organizations of all sizes and maturities address complex legal and business challenges. Michael has wide-ranging experience in corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, and general business transactions, as well as counseling executive teams and boards on corporate governance and various corporate…

The kind of cases Michael takes

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

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Arizona State University

    J.D. · 2005

Michael studied at J.D. in Arizona State University.

Law school and academic background

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

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Michael has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026).

Locations

Michael L. Aguirre's office in Phoenix

Michael's primary office is at 2800 North Central Avenue, Suite 1900, Phoenix, Arizona, 85004. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

2800 North Central Avenue, Suite 1900

Phoenix, Arizona 85004

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Hiring guide

How to hire Michael L. Aguirre — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

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

Payment methods and payment plans

Michael'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 Michael L. Aguirre

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

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

  • Does Michael offer a free consultation?

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

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

    Michael 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 — Michael 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 Michael?

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

  • Is Michael accepting new business clients right now?

    Michael'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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