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DM Cantor’s Estate and Probate Practice
DM Cantor’s Estate and Probate Practice is made up of highly accomplished and well-respected attorneys who represent clients from all walks of life throughout Arizona and across the nation. We are dedicated to securing the best possible results for our Estate Planning and Probate clients.
Our firm has earned an outstanding reputation within the legal community for our integrity, professionalism, and relentless pursuit of success. While many firms claim to be aggressive, few truly follow through. At DM Cantor Estate and Probate Practice, we stand by our motto: The Pinnacle of Representation!
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- Open 24/7
- Throughout Arizona and across the nation
Attorneys
Nicholas Boca
- Certified Family Law Specialist
- Former Judge Pro Tem – Superior Court – Maricopa County
Elizabeth Estes
- Certified Estate & Trust Law Specialist
Firm Staff
Specialist certifications are awarded by the Arizona Board of Legal Specialization.
Some of DM Cantor’s Estate and Probate Practice successes our Attorneys have achieved:
Estate Plan for D.C.M.
Created a complex estate plan, including charitable remainder unitrusts for an estate valued in excess of $20 million, significantly reducing estate taxes, providing a charitable deduction, and providing a stream of income for the client and his beneficiaries for life.
Estate Plan for Mr. and Mrs. S.
Created a sophisticated plan for an estate valued in excess of $35 million using generation skipping trusts, family limited partnership, and gifting plan, reducing taxes and providing a legacy for children and paying for the education of grandchildren.
Estate Plan for Mr. and Mrs. Smith
Created a complex estate plan for a blended family that protected the wife when the husband died, and stepchildren attempted to claim marital assets that were intended to provide for the wife’s long-term care.
Estate Plan for Mr. Y and Mrs. Y
Developed estate plan for husband and wife with modest estate to provide for simple administration and avoidance of probate, including revocable living trust, pour-over wills with powers of attorney (financial, health care, and mental health care), and other ancillary documents, including warranty deed, disposition instructions, and HIPAA waivers/authorizations.
In re Estate of G.C.
Successfully achieved appointment of client as personal representative over competing family members in contested probate matter, saved over $1 million for the estate by successfully defending creditor claims, and secured maximum inheritance for heirs.
The D.L. Family Trust
Secured removal of successor trustee for a breach of fiduciary duties in contested trust administration, preventing dissipation of trust assets and protecting inheritance for beneficiaries. Achieved a favorable settlement by seeking the appointment of a trust protector, avoiding the need for costly litigation.
In re Guardianship and Conservatorship of R.K.
Won appointment as guardian and conservator for client’s mother in highly contested matter. Protected the mother’s multimillion-dollar estate from predators and other family members, ensuring the mother’s end-of-life wishes were followed. Assisted the client in preparing and filing annual reports and accounts with the court.
Double probate for Murder-Suicide
Represented mother as Personal Representative in a highly publicized incident in 2025 in which a mentally ill person killed his sister and then himself, providing expert legal guidance and compassion.
Athletes, Sports Agents, and Athletic Organizations
Attention Athletes, Sports Agents, and Athletic Organizations: DM Cantor has represented past and present professional and amateur athletes, coaches, referees, and/or their family members from the following teams and organizations:
MLB
- Arizona Diamondbacks
- Cincinnati Reds
- Houston Astros
- Cleveland Indians
- Minnesota Twins
- Boston Red Sox
- Colorado Rockies
- Florida Marlins
- New York Mets
- St. Louis Cardinals
- Los Angeles Angels
- Milwaukee Brewers
- Kansas City Royals
- New York Yankees
- Philadelphia Phillies
- Detroit Tigers
- Anaheim Angels
- Chicago White Sox
- Atlanta Braves
- Chicago Cubs
- Texas Rangers
NFL
- Arizona Cardinals
- Jacksonville Jaguars
- Houston Texans
- New Orleans Saints
- Detroit Lions
- Houston Oilers
- Tennessee Titans
- Philadelphia Eagles
- Kansas City Chiefs
- San Francisco 49ers
CFL
- Toronto Argonauts
NBA
- Phoenix Suns
- New Jersey Nets
- New Orleans Pelicans
WNBA
- Atlanta Dream
- Phoenix Mercury
NHL
- Utah Mammoth
MLS
- Real Salt Lake
- Atlanta United F.C.
MMA
- UFC
- Bellator MMA
- RIZIN
- RUF
- WSOF
- LFA
- WEC
- MFC
- Tachi Palace Fights
- Combate Americas
- SMASH Global
NCAA
- Arizona State University
- University of Arizona
- Northern Arizona University
USA Olympic Team Members
- Wrestling
- Swimming
- Basketball
- Baseball
Canadian Olympic Team Members
- Wrestling
- Swimming
Golf & Motorsports
- PGA Members
- Indy Car Series Driver
- NASCAR Series Driver
David Michael Cantor
- Juris Doctor
- Certified Criminal Law Specialist – Arizona Board of Legal Specialization
About David M. Cantor* (Juris Doctor)
Trials & Memberships
- High Profile Jury Trials covered live by NBC, ABC, CBS, and FOX TV News along with KTAR and KFYI Radio
- Member: Arizona State Bar; District Court of Arizona; U.S. Supreme Court; AZ Trial Lawyers Association; Association of Trial Lawyers of America
Media
- Past Legal Commentator for NBC Channel 12, CBS Channel 5, ABC Channel 3, FOX Channel 10 and KTAR and KFYI Radio and often quoted in The Arizona Republic and East Valley Tribune
- Featured on Hannity and Colmes, the CBS Early Show in New York, Inside Edition and FOX Newsmaker Sunday.
Recognition
- Listed in the 2007 Southwest Super Lawyers® edition, and every year from 2019 through present.
- Rated Top 10 Attorney by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys
- Firm has received the highest possible rating, “AV”® by Martindale-Hubbell ®!
- Firm listed in the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers ®, (Family Law).
Community
- Assistant Chaparral High School Wrestling Coach
- Board Member ASU Sun Devil Wrestling
- Past Board Member of Home Base
- Co-Founder of Firebird Wrestling Club
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- 24 Hour Emergency Service
* David Michael Cantor is also a member of DM Cantor P.C. (a separate and distinctive law firm which specializes in Criminal Law).
DM Cantor’s Estate and Probate Practice is a full service Estate Planning and Probate law firm who will commit all necessary resources to fight for your rights. Your questions and concerns are very important to us. We promise that we will respond immediately to any emergency phone calls 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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