Litigation - Trusts and Estates Trusts and Estates
W. John "John" Skabelund
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2022 Awarded Practice Areas
Biography
John is the owner of Skabelund, PLLC. His practice focuses on asset protection. Utilizing various tools, he enables his clients to protect their wealth from lawsuits while also reducing federal estate taxes and promoting family harmony. His clients are typically real estate investors, business owners, executives, high profile professionals (doctors, lawyers, professional athletes, actors, etc.), or have inherited/won a large sum of money.
However, John is not a typical lawyer. As a previous auditor and serial entrepreneur, he has real world experience on the internet, real estate development, consulting, and accounting industries. Having used attorney services before becoming a lawyer, he understands clients need a responsive attorney who is more interested in them and their goals than the retainer fee.
John is committed to communicating regularly. He takes the time to know you and your situation. He develops innovative and cost-effective solutions for clients. His business background combined with a MBA and Accounting degree enables him to relate and understand his clients.
Overview
- Arizona State University, J.D., graduated 2012
- Arizona State University, MBA, graduated 2007
- Westminster College (Salt Lake City), B.S., Accounting, graduated 2001
- Arizona, State Bar of Arizona, 2012
- Arizona, State Bar of Arizona, 2012
- Arizona State University, J.D., graduated 2012
- Arizona State University, MBA, graduated 2007
- Westminster College (Salt Lake City), B.S., Accounting, graduated 2001
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
- Litigation - Trusts and Estates, Scottsdale (2023)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
- Litigation - Trusts and Estates
- Trusts and Estates
Additional Areas of Practice:
- Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
Awards:
Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent 2025
Martindale-Hubbell Client Champion Gold 2025
News & Media
Q&A
We protect clients’ assets from lawsuits. Each client’s plan is custom tailored to fit their goals and assets. We work nationwide and can help clients of any size.
Who can we help? We work with real estate investors, business owners, high net worth individuals, high risk occupations (i.e. doctors, lawyers, celebrities and athletes) and windfall recipients (i.e. lottery winners, inheritance or lawsuit judgments).
An important part of asset protection is privacy. It is the most challenging aspect of planning and frequently done incorrectly by other professionals who dabble in asset protection.
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