Business Details
27 Years
experience
Trusted Estate Planning & Legal Services in Scottsdale, AZ
Since 1999, our firm has provided comprehensive legal solutions tailored to individuals, families, and businesses. Our practice focuses on estate planning, probate and trust administration, business organization, real estate transactions, and charitable gift planning. With decades of collective experience, our attorneys combine personalized attention with strategic expertise to address complex legal challenges. We prioritize long-term client relationships, adapting our services to evolving legal landscapes while maintaining a commitment to ethical standards and community engagement.Our teams depth of knowledge spans from foundational estate documents to sophisticated business succession strategies, ensuring clients receive practical, tax-efficient solutions. Headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, we serve clients statewide and beyond, integrating local insight with national and international experience.
Services
Estate Planning
Probate Administration
Business Succession Planning
Real Estate Transactions
Charitable Gift Planning
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We have over two decades of experience in estate and business law.
- Our team provides personalized legal solutions tailored to each client's unique needs.
- We offer a comprehensive range of services including estate planning, probate, and business law.
- Our attorneys are recognized leaders in their fields.
- We prioritize client communication and transparency throughout the legal process.
What people say
Professional and knowledgeable
Efficient and thorough
Excellent client communication
Personalized legal solutions
Highly recommend
Services
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans to protect assets and ensure smooth wealth transfer. Our services include drafting wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives. Clients benefit from tax-efficient strategies tailored to their family and financial circumstances.
Probate Administration
Our team guides executors and trustees through probate and trust administration. We handle asset inventory, debt settlement, and distribution according to legal requirements. Clients receive support for both contested and uncontested estate matters with a focus on minimizing delays.
Business Succession Planning
We develop succession strategies for business owners, including sales, transfers to family members, or employee stock programs. Our approach integrates estate planning to ensure continuity while addressing tax implications and ownership restructuring.
Real Estate Transactions
Our services cover commercial and residential real estate transactions, including contract negotiation, title reviews, and development agreements. Clients receive legal guidance for purchases, sales, leasing, and financing matters tailored to their investment goals.
Charitable Gift Planning
We help clients structure charitable donations through trusts, donor-advised funds, or private foundations. Our planning considers tax benefits and legacy goals while assisting nonprofits with tax-exempt status maintenance and compliance.
People
Bradley S. Braun
Managing Director
Co-founder of BCK in 1999, Bradley specializes in estate planning and trust administration. He provides strategic guidance for high-net-worth clients and business owners, combining technical expertise with personalized service.
Kelley L. Cathie
Managing Director
Kelley focuses on estate planning, probate administration, and business transactions. With extensive experience in complex estate matters, she helps clients navigate tax-efficient wealth transfer strategies and business succession plans.
Will M. Graves
Associate Attorney
Will joined BCK in 2021, concentrating on estate planning and administration. He assists clients with trust creation, probate processes, and asset protection strategies while emphasizing clear communication and thorough documentation.
Garrett W. Hable
Associate Attorney
Garrett specializes in estate planning, probate, and trust administration. He joined BCK in 2024, bringing a client-focused approach to resolving estate disputes and creating customized wealth preservation solutions.
Gregory M. Kruzel
Managing Director
Co-founder of BCK, Gregory has decades of experience in estate and business law. He focuses on complex estate planning, business organization, and tax-efficient strategies for clients ranging from entrepreneurs to nonprofit organizations.
Questions
What areas of law do you practice?
We specialize in estate planning, probate and trust administration, business succession planning, real estate transactions, and charitable gift planning.
How do I get started with estate planning?
Contact us to schedule a consultation where we'll discuss your goals, family needs, and financial situation to create a tailored estate plan.
Do you serve clients outside Scottsdale?
Yes, we serve clients throughout Arizona including Phoenix, Tempe, Mesa, Sedona, and Prescott, as well as select international cases.
Can you help with business succession planning?
Yes, we create customized succession strategies including ownership transfers, buy-sell agreements, and tax-efficient transition plans for business owners.
Is there an estate planning guide available?
Yes, we offer a free downloadable guide covering essential estate planning documents and strategies to protect your assets.
