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Phoenix, AZ · Wrongful death · 2026

Top-Ranked Wrongful Death Lawyers in Phoenix

A wrongful death claim lets certain family members recover damages when someone dies because of another person's negligence. Who can file, and for what, is set by each state's law.
Updated September 25, 202623 firms evaluatedHow we rank

The ranking

Top Phoenix wrongful death lawyers

This is the overall personal injury ranking for Phoenix. Confirm a firm handles wrongful death cases before you hire.

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    Kelly Law Team Phoenix

    5.0378 Google reviews· Phoenix

    Google Maps position: #1 for "personal injury attorney", #1 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    1.0
    Score
    99.0/100
    Call (602) 283-4122Google Maps
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    Shapiro Law Team

    5.0899 Google reviews· Phoenix

    Google Maps position: #2 for "personal injury attorney", #3 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    2.5
    Score
    95.8/100
    Call (480) 680-0783Google Maps
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    Lloyd Baker Injury Attorneys

    4.9858 Google reviews· Phoenix

    Google Maps position: #5 for "personal injury attorney", #5 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    5.0
    Score
    85.0/100
    Call (480) 526-4924Google Maps
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    Torgenson Law

    5.0734 Google reviews· Phoenix

    Google Maps position: #6 for "personal injury attorney", #9 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    7.5
    Score
    83.2/100
    Call (602) 962-3258Google Maps
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    Big Auto Accident Attorneys

    4.9687 Google reviews· Phoenix

    Google Maps position: #10 for "personal injury attorney", #2 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    6.0
    Score
    82.5/100
    Call (480) 409-3949Google Maps
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    Phillips Law Group - Injury Lawyers

    4.92.5K Google reviews· Phoenix

    Google Maps position: #4 for "personal injury attorney", #8 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    6.0
    Score
    82.5/100
    Call (602) 288-1591Google Maps
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    Solorzano Law Firm

    5.0842 Google reviews· Phoenix

    Google Maps position: #3 for "personal injury attorney", #13 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    8.0
    Score
    82.0/100
    Call (602) 507-7778Google Maps
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    Hutzler Law - Phoenix Car Accident Lawyer

    4.9165 Google reviews· Phoenix

    Google Maps position: #11 for "personal injury attorney", #4 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    7.5
    Score
    78.8/100
    Call (602) 842-9940Google Maps
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    Hirsch & Lyon

    4.9335 Google reviews· Phoenix

    Google Maps position: #8 for "personal injury attorney", #10 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    9.0
    Score
    75.0/100
    Call (602) 535-1900Google Maps
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    National Injury Attorneys, LLC

    5.0699 Google reviews· Phoenix

    Google Maps position: #7 for "personal injury attorney", #15 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    11.0
    Score
    74.4/100
    Call (602) 693-1910Google Maps

Map positions, ratings and review counts: Google, recorded September 25, 2026. How we rank

Know this

What makes wrongful death cases different

  • 1

    Only certain relatives or the estate's representative can file, depending on state law.

  • 2

    Filing deadlines for wrongful death can differ from ordinary injury deadlines.

  • 3

    Damages can include lost financial support, funeral costs and loss of companionship.

Checklist

Evidence to save now

  • Death certificate
  • Police, accident or incident reports
  • Medical records from the final injury or illness
  • Proof of income and financial support
  • Funeral and burial bills

Before you sign

Questions to ask a lawyer

  1. 1.Who in our family has the right to file in this state?
  2. 2.How do you handle a wrongful death claim alongside the estate?
  3. 3.What is your contingency fee and how are costs handled?
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Arizona

Rules that affect your claim

Filing deadline

2 years

For most injury claims (A.R.S. § 12-542).

Fault rule

Pure comparative fault

You can recover damages even if you were mostly at fault, but your award is reduced by your share of the blame. (A.R.S. § 12-2505)

Car insurance

At-fault (tort) state

The at-fault driver's liability insurance pays for the injuries they cause. You can file a claim with their insurer or sue the driver directly.

Pending attorney review. General information, not legal advice. Deadlines can be shorter for claims against government agencies and for some case types.

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FAQ

Common questions

How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Arizona?

In most cases, 2 years from the date of the injury (A.R.S. § 12-542). Claims against a government agency often have much shorter notice deadlines.

What if I was partly at fault for my injury in Arizona?

You can recover damages even if you were mostly at fault, but your award is reduced by your share of the blame. (A.R.S. § 12-2505)

Is Arizona a no-fault car insurance state?

Arizona is an at-fault (tort) state. The at-fault driver's liability insurance pays for the injuries they cause. You can file a claim with their insurer or sue the driver directly.

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