Thomas C. Axelsen

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  • 602-240-3008
  • Suite 1100
    2800 North Central Avenue
    Phoenix, Arizona 85004-1043
  • 602-240-3000
  • 602-240-6600 fax
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Having a sense of commitment and loyalty to clients is the foundation for establishing a true partnership. Tom’s approach to practicing law demonstrates just that. “I am committed to my clients, their legal matters, and making a positive impact.” He finds gratification in helping clients avoid unnecessary litigation.

Tom’s practice areas include bankruptcy and non-bankruptcy litigation. His clients include creditors, creditor committees, landlords, asset purchasers, bankruptcy trustees, and debtors before the U.S. Bankruptcy Court. Since 1994, Tom has been a Certified Specialist in Bankruptcy Law by the Board of Legal Specialization, State Bar of Arizona. He is also Board Certified in Business Bankruptcy with the American Board of Certification.

Tom’s practice also includes trusts and estate planning, with emphasis on wealth preservation.

Outside of the office, Tom enjoys spending time with his family and playing golf.

Year Joined Mohr Hackett:

1986

Current Position:

Shareholder

Practice Areas:

Bankruptcy and Creditors’ Rights
Trusts, Estate Planning and Probate
Commercial and Residential Real Estate Development and Finance

Certifications/Specialties:

Specialist in Bankruptcy Law, Arizona Board of Legal Specialization, State Bar of Arizona, 1994
Specialist in Business Bankruptcy Law, American Board of Certification, 1994

Bar Admissions:

Arizona, 1987
U.S. District Court District of Arizona, 1987
U.S. District Court Northern District of Illinois, 2002
U.S. Court of Appeals 9th Circuit, 2002

Education:

University of Oregon School of Law, Eugene, Oregon, 1986
J.D., Doctor of Jurisprudence

Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona, 1982
B.S., Bachelor of Science
Major: Finance

University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Representative Cases:

Endo Steel, Inc. v. Janas (In re JWJ Contr. Co.), 371 F.3d 1079 (9th Cir. 2004)
Janas v. Marco Crane & Rigging Co. (In re JWJ Contr. Co.), 287 B.R. 501 (B.A.P. 9th Cir. 2002)

Associations and Memberships:

American Bankruptcy Institute, 1994 - Present
American Board of Certification, 1994 - Present

American Bar Association, 1987 - Present

State Bar of Arizona, 1987 - Present

Birthplace:

Minneapolis, Minnesota