Thomas J. Morgan
Thomas Morgan is an accomplished attorney whose practice encompasses capital markets and securities, finance, real estate, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate and transactional law. Tom has a robust background in representing both public and private entities, investment firms, and in guiding complex transactions and regulatory compliance matters.
In his career, Tom has skillfully handled the issuance of equity and debt securities, structured investment funds, joint ventures, and private equity investments. His involvement in mergers and asset acquisitions showcases his ability to manage transactions that require meticulous attention to securities law compliance. Tom also advises on governance, tax, and general commercial issues, leveraging his comprehensive knowledge to benefit his clients.
Based in Arizona and Nevada, Tom has acted as local counsel, where he has further honed his abilities in corporate governance, assisting both public and private companies. His dedication to his field and ability to address a broad spectrum of legal challenges make him a valuable asset to our team and clients alike.
Education
- LL.M., New York University School of Law
- J.D., University of Oklahoma College of Law
- B.S., Oklahoma State University
Areas Of Practice
Our business and finance attorneys represent national, regional and local clients participating in significant transactions.
Our real estate practice is one of the largest in the American West, including Arizona, California, Colorado and Nevada with experience in all aspects of the real estate development process, from due diligence, acquisition and finance, through land use permitting and entitlements, to leasing and sale.
ARTICLES AND PRESENTATIONS
- Author, “Strategic Business Structuring Can Save Assets,” In Business Magazine, March 2013
PROFESSIONAL AND COMMUNITY AFFILIATIONS
- Arizona State Bar
- Securities Regulation Section, 1998-present
- Chairman, 2003-2004
- Business Section, 2000-present
- Chairman, 2016-2017
- Association for Corporate Growth, 2014-present
- Board of Directors, 2018-present
- Secretary, 2022-present
- Certified Public Accountant, Oklahoma, 1979-2023, withdrawn in good standing
- Junior Achievement of Arizona-Central
- Board of Directors, 2017-present
AWARDS AND HONORS
- AZ Business Magazine, “Top Lawyer,” Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions, and Tax, 2010, 2012
- Best Lawyers in America, Phoenix, Litigation – Securities, 2012-2025, Mergers and Acquisitions Law, 2015-2025
- Super Lawyers, Securities & Corporate Law, Southwest, 2012-2013
- Martindale-Hubbell, “AV Rated Preeminent”
Admissions
- Arizona
- Nevada
- U.S. Tax Court
- U.S. District Court, District of Arizona
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
- U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California