Bredemann & Shellander

Bredemann & Shellander is a Scottsdale-based law firm focusing on tax law, estate planning, and business law. Their client base skews toward high-net-worth individuals, family-owned businesses, and investors dealing with complex tax situations. The firm's approach to property tax appeals tends to be thorough, often combining valuation analysis with broader estate or business tax strategy when the two overlap. The firm doesn't have a public rating yet, so there's limited third-party feedback to draw on. What's clear from their practice areas is that they're set up for clients with more complex situations. If you own commercial property, investment real estate, or high-value residential property and want an attorney who can also address the downstream estate or business tax implications, this firm's multi-area focus could be worth exploring. A direct consultation will tell you quickly whether their style and pricing are a fit.

Bredemann & Shellander's tax practice covers property assessment appeals for residential and commercial properties in Maricopa County, with particular depth in high-value properties where the savings from a successful appeal are significant. They file appeals through the county assessor's informal review process, the Arizona Board of Equalization, and Maricopa County Superior Court when cases require it. Beyond property tax, they handle business tax planning, entity structuring to minimize tax exposure, and estate-related tax issues including trust taxation and inheritance planning. Clients who own real estate inside a trust or LLC often find value in having one firm address both the property assessment and the tax treatment of ownership structure. They also assist with IRS correspondence and business tax compliance for closely held companies. The firm doesn't advertise a high-volume transactional model, which suggests a more personalized approach to each matter, though it also likely means higher fees than a dedicated tax appeal shop.

The firm starts with a consultation to understand both the property situation and how it fits into your broader financial picture. For property tax appeals, they review your Notice of Value, pull comparable sales data, and assess whether the county's valuation can be challenged successfully. If the property is held inside a trust or business entity, they also review how the ownership structure affects the appeal strategy. From there, they file the appropriate appeal and handle all communications with the Maricopa County Assessor's Office. If the informal review doesn't produce an acceptable result, they can escalate to the Arizona Board of Equalization. Cases involving complex commercial properties or significant dollar amounts may proceed to Superior Court. The firm aims to coordinate any property tax savings with your existing estate or business tax planning so the two don't work against each other.

Bredemann & Shellander serves clients throughout the Scottsdale and Phoenix metro area, including Paradise Valley, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, and Fountain Hills. They also work with clients across Arizona who have real estate or business interests requiring coordinated tax and estate planning. Their Scottsdale location is well-positioned for clients in the northeast Valley.