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Paul J. McGoldrick, Insurance Attorney in Phoenix, Arizona

focused on Insurance and Personal Injury

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Paul J. McGoldrick is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Insurance and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Shorall Mcgoldrick.

Based in
Phoenix, ARIZONA
Experience
attorney
Known for
Insurance · Personal Injury
  • Handles Insurance and Personal Injury matters from Phoenix, ARIZONA.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (Phoenix) (2025).

About Paul J. McGoldrick: Paul J. McGoldrick is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Insurance and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Shorall Mcgoldrick.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Paul takes on

Paul concentrates on insurance and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Paul handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Insurance cases in Phoenix, Arizona

Paul takes insurance 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 Paul agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Phoenix, Arizona

Paul 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 Paul agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Paul J. McGoldrick — insurance lawyer in Phoenix

Paul J. McGoldrick is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Insurance and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Shorall Mcgoldrick.

Paul J. McGoldrick is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Insurance Law, Litigation - Insurance and Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants.

Paul J., who practices law in Phoenix, Arizona, has been recognized since 2017. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Paul J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

How Paul handles insurance matters

Paul J. McGoldrick is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Insurance Law, Litigation - Insurance and Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. Paul J., who practices law in Phoenix, Arizona, has been recognized since 2017. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Paul J. is held by other top lawyers in the…

Who Paul represents

Paul reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance and personal injury matters in Phoenix and the surrounding Arizona area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • The University of Arizona

    JD · 1985

  • Arizona State University

    BS · 1980

Paul studied at JD in The University of Arizona and BS in Arizona State University.

Law school and academic background

Paul completed JD in The University of Arizona and BS in Arizona State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Paul runs in Arizona is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Paul has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (Phoenix)

    2025

  • Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (Phoenix)

    2023

  • Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (Phoenix) (2025). Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (Phoenix) (2023). Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (2026).

Locations

Paul J. McGoldrick's office in Phoenix

Paul's primary office is at 1232 East Missouri Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona, 85014. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Shorall Mcgoldrick

1232 East Missouri Avenue

Phoenix, Arizona 85014

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Hiring guide

How to hire Paul J. McGoldrick — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Phoenix, Arizona

A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 Paul

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every insurance 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. Paul confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Paul J. McGoldrick

  • How much does it cost to hire Paul for a insurance case?

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

  • Does Paul offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do insurance cases in Arizona typically take?

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

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

    Paul 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 — Paul 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 Paul?

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

  • Is Paul accepting new insurance clients right now?

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

Areas served

Insurance attorneys serving Phoenix, Tucson and Scottsdale in Arizona

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