About Carolyn
Carolyn R — Tatkin is a attorney based in Phoenix, Arizona, specializing in bankruptcy law. With over 35 years of experience, she has adeptly represented both creditors and debtors in various consumer and business bankruptcy cases. Her extensive practice also includes business law and real estate law — This lets the attorney provide comprehensive legal services tailored to her clients' needs. Admitted to the State Bar of Arizona in 1985, Ms. Tatkin has maintained an active membership for over four decades, showcasing her commitment to the legal profession. Ms.
Tatkin earned her Juris Doctor from Cleveland-Marshall College of Law in 1983 — Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts from Ohio State University in 1980. Her educational background laid a strong foundation for her legal career, which has seen her affiliated with several prominent law firms, including Frutkin Law Firm and Radix Law PLC. Currently, she serves as Of Counsel at Radix Law, located at 15205 North Kierland Boulevard, Suite 200, Scottsdale, AZ 85254. This role allows her to continue providing high-quality legal services while collaborating with a team of skilled attorneys. In addition to her legal practice, Ms. Tatkin is dedicated to serving her community through extensive pro bono work.
In 2025, she received the Honorable Sarah Sharer Curley Self Help Center Award from the State Bar of Arizona Bankruptcy Section. This award recognized her exceptional service at the Bankruptcy Court Self Help Center, which offers free consultations to individuals navigating the bankruptcy process without legal representation. Her commitment to helping self-represented parties has also earned her a spot on the Pro Bono Honor Roll of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Arizona. Ms. Tatkin's practice encompasses a diverse range of cases, including Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies, business reorganizations, and debt negotiations. Known for her practical guidance and deep knowledge of the law, she adopts a client-focused approach that prioritizes the needs of those she represents.
Her experience further extends to commercial litigation, insurance bad faith litigation, and construction defect litigation, making her a versatile attorney in the legal field. As a member of both the Maricopa County Bar Association and the State Bar of Arizona, Ms. Tatkin has been recognized among the top lawyers in Arizona. This recognition reflects her expertise and unwavering dedication to the legal profession. Her office at Radix Law serves as a hub for clients seeking reliable legal counsel in bankruptcy and related matters. For more information, you can visit the Radix Law website, where her extensive qualifications and services are detailed.
