Serving clients in Scottsdale, Arizona and throughout the world with comprehensive estate planning, trust administration, and international wealth management solutions
Tritch Buonocore Law is a distinguished boutique law firm specializing in comprehensive estate planning, business law, and probate administration. Our firm combines the sophistication and international reach of larger firms with the personalized attention and responsiveness that defines exceptional boutique legal services.
Our practice focuses on delivering peace of mind to clients through meticulous estate planning strategies. Whether you're a sophisticated investor with assets distributed globally or a young family just beginning to build wealth, we provide tailored solutions that address your unique circumstances and long-term objectives.
Located in the prestigious McCormick Ranch area of Scottsdale, just off the 101 freeway, our offices provide convenient access with ample parking for clients throughout the Arizona metropolitan area. We serve clients not only in Scottsdale but throughout Arizona, California, internationally, and maintain licensing in England and Wales.
What sets us apart is our extensive network of domestic and international financial, accounting, and legal associates. This collaborative approach ensures that every aspect of your estate planning needs is addressed with the highest level of professional expertise and attention to detail.
We make promises only when fully confident in our ability to deliver results.
Over 30 years of combined legal experience across multiple jurisdictions.
We treat every client with courtesy, understanding, and genuine care.
Our practice encompasses a full spectrum of estate planning and business law services, designed to protect your assets, minimize tax implications, and ensure seamless wealth transfer to future generations.
Comprehensive estate planning Scottsdale services including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advanced tax planning strategies. Our experienced Scottsdale estate planning attorney team ensures your wishes are documented and legally protected.
Expert trust creation and administration services, including revocable living trusts, irrevocable trusts, and specialized trust structures for asset protection and tax optimization.
Specialized international trust and estate planning services for clients with assets across multiple jurisdictions, including cross-border tax planning and compliance strategies.
Comprehensive probate administration services to guide families through the complex process of estate settlement with compassion and efficiency.
Strategic asset protection planning to shield your wealth from potential creditors, litigation risks, and unforeseen financial challenges while maintaining operational flexibility.
Complete business law services from startup formation to exit strategies, including corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, and ongoing compliance management.
Led by C. Margaret Tritch Buonocore, our firm brings decades of experience in complex legal matters across multiple jurisdictions.
Margaret Tritch Buonocore brings a unique blend of international business acumen and legal expertise to estate planning and corporate advisory services. Her distinguished career began in Los Angeles as a litigator before expanding internationally to London, where she earned her LLM and spent nearly a decade structuring complex corporate finance transactions, equity offerings, debt instruments, and derivatives.
Following her return to Arizona, Margaret applied her extensive business structuring experience at Maitland Primrose Group, Inc., where she specialized in restructuring and rebuilding companies and negotiating their successful sales. She continues to serve on Maitland's board, bringing ongoing business insights to her legal practice.
Since returning to full-time legal practice in 2015, Margaret has focused on leveraging her comprehensive background in business and financial structuring to assist individuals and companies in planning their futures. Her practice encompasses estate planning, succession planning, business acquisitions and sales, investments, and probate and trust administration.
Margaret's commitment extends beyond individual client service to include reducing complex legal concepts to understandable terms that empower clients to make confident decisions aligned with their personal and business goals.
Our boutique approach combines the sophistication of large firm capabilities with the personal attention and responsiveness that defines exceptional legal service.
Three decades of combined legal expertise across multiple jurisdictions and complex legal matters.
Our onsite Scottsdale team is available to answer questions and address concerns throughout your legal journey.
Boutique firm delivering personal attention and care that larger firms simply cannot match.
International network and licensing enabling comprehensive service for clients with worldwide assets.
Our clients' success stories speak to our commitment to excellence and personalized service in estate planning and legal representation.
"Margaret and her team helped me a great deal. I needed help with probate and then setting up my estate plans. Everyone was personable and professional and explained details as we went along. All my issues were dealt with in a timely manner. At the end of the estate planning process, I was given a binder that explains everything."
Satisfied Client
Estate Planning & Probate
"The Buonocore Law Team is so easy to work with. Whether it was assisting with our family trust, helping settle my mother's estate, or just being available to answer questions pertaining to the law, Margaret was available by phone, text or in person. She reaches out periodically to review our estate or checks in to see how everything is going."
Pamela Hornbeck
Scottsdale, AZ
"Margaret has been great since the first day we were introduced to her! She has helped over the last 3 years through planning, protection, and scaling our business. I would always recommend her!"
Business Client
Corporate Advisory
"Wonderful Law Firm! Attorney Tritch has been my company's corporate attorney for 5 years, and I only have good things to say about her. Very responsive, she returns calls or emails promptly (I would say within hours) and if she can't get back to me immediately, she sends a text acknowledging my request."
Corporate Client
5-Year Relationship
"You would be hard pressed to find another attorney so responsive to your needs. Margaret helped me update a complicated Trust and Will which had to be valid in two countries. She even helped with the foreign country documents. She makes dealing with legal matters as painless as possible!"
International Client
International Estate Planning
"When I went to her I was broken after losing my mom. Knowing my own family member had taken advantage of me in a probate case. She guided me to the help I needed. And prepared me when it's time for me to go. My children would never have to deal with what I had. Margaret and her staff always treated me as person not a number."
Holli Beuerle-Montoya
Mesa, AZ
Understanding that every client's situation is unique, our estate planning attorney Scottsdale team follows a comprehensive, personalized approach to ensure your specific needs and goals are met.
Free 30-minute meet and greet to understand your needs, discuss your goals, and determine if we're the right fit for your legal requirements.
Detailed review of your assets, family situation, tax implications, and long-term objectives to develop a customized estate planning strategy.
Creation of all necessary legal documents including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives tailored to your specific circumstances.
Regular review and updates to your estate plan as life circumstances change, ensuring continued effectiveness and compliance with evolving laws.
Common questions about estate planning, trust administration, and our legal services in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Our initial meet and greet consultation is completely free for up to 30 minutes. This complimentary meeting allows you and our team of professionals to evaluate if our firm is a suitable fit for your needs. You can learn about us and our services, ask questions about your specific situation, and determine if we are a good fit before making any hiring decisions. It's essential to inquire about the cost of initial consultations when engaging any lawyer, and we believe in providing this initial assessment at no charge to help you make an informed decision.
Estate planning is crucial for several reasons. First, it ensures that your assets are distributed according to your specific wishes rather than state laws. Second, proper planning serves to mitigate income, gift, and estate taxes, potentially saving your family significant amounts of money. Third, estate planning allows you to designate guardians for your minor children, ensuring they are cared for by people you choose and trust. In the absence of an estate plan, particularly a will, state laws dictate the fate of your belongings, and courts determine guardianship arrangements. Estate planning also provides peace of mind, knowing that your loved ones will be financially protected and that your affairs are in order.
Absolutely. One of the greatest advantages of collaborating with an experienced firm such as Tritch Buonocore Law is our comprehensive support throughout the entire estate planning process. From offering initial guidance on structuring your assets to crafting the precise wording for your estate planning documents including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney, our skilled attorneys assist you at every stage. We pride ourselves on being experienced attorneys who are dedicated to meeting your specific requirements, ensuring that you receive tailored and comprehensive assistance that addresses your unique circumstances and goals.
A trust is a legal arrangement where a person called the trustor or grantor transfers assets to a trustee to manage for the benefit of designated beneficiaries. Trusts serve various purposes including estate planning, asset protection, tax efficiency, and privacy protection. The terms of the trust are outlined in a detailed trust document, which specifies the trustee's responsibilities, the beneficiaries' rights, and the conditions under which distributions can be made. Trusts can be revocable (changeable during your lifetime) or irrevocable (permanent once established), each offering different benefits and serving different planning objectives.
Establishing a trust creates a distinct legal entity that can be subject to different tax treatment than personal assets. The tax implications depend on the type of trust established and your specific circumstances. Consulting with an estate planning attorney, particularly one knowledgeable about tax implications like our team, is crucial for understanding and navigating these complexities. Trust ownership can offer significant tax advantages, notably for larger estates, and this is especially important for assets exceeding current federal estate tax exemption limits. Legal and tax intricacies demand expert guidance to ensure optimal outcomes and compliance with all applicable laws.
International estate planning involves additional complexities including multiple tax jurisdictions, varying inheritance laws, treaty considerations, currency issues, and cross-border reporting requirements. Our firm is uniquely qualified to handle these matters, with our managing attorney licensed as a Solicitor in England and Wales since 1998, in addition to her Arizona and California licenses. We maintain an extensive network of international legal and financial professionals to ensure comprehensive service for clients with assets or family members overseas. International estate planning requires specialized knowledge of tax treaties, foreign trust rules, and international compliance requirements that go far beyond domestic planning considerations.
Estate plans should be reviewed and potentially updated every 3-5 years, or whenever significant life events occur. Major life changes that warrant estate plan updates include marriage, divorce, birth or adoption of children, death of beneficiaries or key individuals, significant changes in asset values, relocation to another state, changes in tax laws, or changes in your financial situation. We provide ongoing support to our clients, regularly reviewing estate plans and recommending updates as circumstances change. This ensures your estate plan remains current, effective, and continues to serve your evolving needs and objectives.
Contact our experienced team to discuss your estate planning, trust administration, or business law needs. We're here to provide the guidance and expertise you need to protect your assets and secure your family's future.
7975 Hayden Rd Ste B200
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Convenient McCormick Ranch location with easy parking
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: By Appointment Only
Flexible scheduling available
While our office is conveniently located in Scottsdale, we serve clients throughout Arizona, California, and internationally. Our extensive network and multi-jurisdictional licensing enable us to assist clients regardless of their location.
Don't wait to protect your assets and secure your family's future. Contact us today to schedule your complimentary 30-minute consultation.