Patrick J. Van Zanen’s practice encompasses commercial transactions and complex commercial litigation, including contract claims, fiduciary breaches, shareholder/partner/member disputes, construction law, estate litigation and appellate law.

Education

  • J.D., Arizona State University College of Law (2001)
  • M.P.A., Public Administration, Arizona State University (1995)
  • B.S., Arizona State University (1993)

Bar & Court Admissions

  • Arizona (2001)
  • U.S. District Court, District of Arizona (2002)
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (2008)
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (2011)

Honors & Awards

  • The Best Lawyers in America®: Commercial Litigation (2024 – 2025)

Professional & Industry Memberships

  • State Bar of Arizona

Community Leadership

  • Arizona Small Business Association: Board of Directors
  • Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce: Economic Development Advisory Council; Public Policy Advisory Council
  • Arizona Animal Welfare League: Former Member, Board of Directors
  • Arizona Regulatory Board of Physician Assistants: Former Member
  • Maricopa County Board of Health: Former Member