Lipson Neilson

Lipson Neilson has been handling property tax matters in the Phoenix metro area for decades, building a reputation as a firm that actually knows how Maricopa County assessors think. Their attorneys combine real estate law with tax law experience, so they approach assessment disputes from multiple angles that a pure tax consultant might miss. They've handled everything from single-family residential appeals to large commercial portfolios. The firm isn't the biggest name in town, but clients consistently say they get direct access to experienced attorneys rather than being handed off to a junior associate. If your assessed value went up sharply after a reassessment year or you bought a property and the valuation doesn't match what you paid, this is a firm worth talking to. They work on contingency for many appeal cases, which tells you something about their confidence in the outcomes they can get.

Lipson Neilson's property tax practice covers the full range of assessment and appeal work in Arizona. On the residential side, they handle Maricopa County assessor appeals for single-family homes, condos, and small multifamily properties. For commercial clients, they work with office buildings, retail centers, industrial properties, and vacant land parcels where valuation methodology disputes are common. The process usually starts with a valuation review where they pull comparable sales data and compare it against the assessor's figures. If there's a gap worth fighting, they file an administrative appeal with the Maricopa County Assessor's Office and, if needed, take it to the State Board of Equalization or Superior Court. They also advise on tax exemptions and classifications that owners sometimes qualify for but don't know about, including agricultural use classifications and qualifying nonprofit exemptions. Their real estate law background means they can spot title or ownership issues that sometimes affect how a property gets assessed, which is a genuine edge in complex situations.

The process at Lipson Neilson starts with a free initial review of your current assessed value and a quick comparison against recent sales in your area or comparable income data for commercial properties. If they think there's a viable case, they'll explain the fee structure and get started on the formal appeal paperwork. Arizona has strict deadlines for property tax appeals. Residential owners typically have until December 15 to file a petition with the assessor after receiving a notice of value, and commercial deadlines vary. Lipson Neilson tracks these deadlines carefully and flags them early so clients don't lose appeal rights through inaction. Once an appeal is filed, they handle all correspondence with the assessor's office, prepare comparables or appraisal support, and represent clients at hearings. Most residential cases resolve at the administrative level. Commercial cases sometimes go further, and the firm has trial experience if it comes to that.

Lipson Neilson primarily serves clients in Maricopa County, including Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, and Glendale. They also take on cases in Pinal County and have handled matters in Pima County for clients with properties across multiple Arizona counties. Commercial clients with statewide portfolios are welcome to inquire about representation across multiple jurisdictions.