Top Family Lawyers Near Me in Phoenix Area

Logan was born and raised in New York, and recently moved to Phoenix to be closer to family. She received her undergraduate degree with honors in Sociology from the University of Florida. She then obtained her Juris Doctor degree from New York Law School in Manhattan, New York. During her time at law school, Logan was a member of the Family Attorneys Mobilizing club. She also served as an intern to a Family Court judge in the Bronx, NY.. When Logan is not working on family law cases, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, baking, taking group fitness classes, and watching reality TV.

Leading the firm's Family Law Practice, Melissa represents families and individuals in all types of domestic relations and disputes. She is a dedicated advocate, providing compassionate and concierge-style service to resolve her client’s most personal disputes. Melissa also brings over 17 years of experience working in Arizona’s criminal justice system as a victim advocate, probation officer, and sex crimes and domestic violence prosecutor. This courtroom experience and her mediation training enable Melissa to present the best case for her clients, often resolving disputes before trial.. Melissa's experience includes divorce, custody, property division, alimony, modification of orders, and beyond, including more serious issues like orders of protection. Just as every family is unique, so is each family's legal case. Melissa understands the complexities and sensitives of family law and thus tailors her services and legal strategy to each client's unique needs.

Law Attorney Focused on Family, Probate, Bankruptcy & Debt, Business Law. Jonathan S. Collins received his undergraduate degree from Arizona State University and then his law degree from the University of Tulsa College of Law.  He was a visiting student at the Arizona State University Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law for his last semester of law school.. Jonathan has been a member, in good standing, of the State Bar of Arizona since 2003.  He is also licensed to practice law before all Federal Courts of the State of Arizona. Jon has been a law clerk for a trial judge in the State of Oklahoma and has assisted on cases before the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court dealing with family law issues.. He is an attorney who practices in multiple areas of the law to serve his clients needs. He handles complex family law cases which include divorce, legal separation, paternity, custody, child support, spousal maintenance (alimony), adoption, severance, dependency, and orders of protections. In addition to family law matters, he also works with clients in the areas of probate, wills, trusts, and estate planning, consumer bankruptcy, and debt reduction. Having knowledge and experience in all of these fields, he has been able to provide multiple resources to clients in helping them with any difficulty they face.. As for his past experience, he began his legal career as a Process Server while completing his undergraduate work at Arizona State University. While in Law School, he worked as a legal assistant, paralegal, and then an intern. Although he has been practicing in Arizona since 2003,  his legal experience in this field includes many more years at all levels.  He has always felt that to be successful, one must learn any business from the ground up.  He believes in being direct and honest as that will always bring about the best results.  Communication is key to a successful outcome.. Aside from working as an attorney, he has a happy home life with a son and two daughters, one daughter in law and a grandchild who are active and intelligent, and a beautiful and supportive Wife.  They spend non-work hours participating in various church, community and athletic programs as well. His Wife works in the healthcare profession and loves it.

Kristen Kaffer, Esq. is a family law attorney practicing in Phoenix, Arizona and throughout Maricopa County.  Ms. Kaffer was born and raised in South Carolina and decided to relocate to Arizona in 2004.  Kristen received her undergraduate degree from Furman University in Music  and her Master's and Doctoral degrees from the University of Georgia in Music.. Kristen decided to pursue a legal career while in Arizona and received her law degree from Arizona State University's Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law.  During law school, Kristen developed a passion for family law on both a personal and professional level.  During law school, Kristen completed  externships with the Honorable Bruce Cohen and the Maricopa County Attorney's Office.  After graduating from law school, Kristen completed a fellowship with the Diane Halle Center for Family Justice and served as bailiff for the Honorable Daniel Kiley.

Kay's practice is 100% exclusively limited to Family divorce mediation, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements.. A seasoned family law trial attorney with decades of litigation experience, divorce mediator Kay Creighton has litigated and mediated virtually every issue that can arise in a family law dispute. She has been certified in Advanced Family Law Mediation by the renowned Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution at Pepperdine University School of Law.. As an outspoken advocate of mediation in Phoenix family law matters, Kay believes that mediation empowers individuals to craft agreements enabling both sides to take ownership of the process and the outcome. She also recognizes the toll that the overburdened court system takes on families and individuals.. Kay takes tremendous pride in her successful work in mediation, including as a private mediator and as an attorney supporting clients through hundreds of mediations over her many years of practice.. As evidence of her commitment to family law, Kay authored "Arizona Legal Forms-Domestic Relations," Second and Third Editions, Thompson Reuters West Publishing.

Josefa Rodriguez is an Shareholder at Gallagher & Kennedy. Her practice includes family law matters, adoption and guardianship of minor children. She is a dedicated attorney with extensive trial experience. Works efficiently to assist clients who are going through emotional times to come to a resolution where possible and fight where needed.. As a former Assistant Attorney General, she represented the Department of Child Safety and strongly advocated for the safety of many Arizona children. With this experience, she is an attorney who is understanding and will listen to all of her clients needs and concerns with compassion, and will assist families during their most difficult time of their lives.. To schedule a consultation: Include your name, address, contact information, and with a brief description of your case.. Areas of Practice:. Trial practice in juvenile dependency, severance of parental rights, child guardianships, adoptions, divorce, child custody, child support and other family law matters.. Memberships & Associations:. Licenses & Admissions:State of Arizona, 2018

Jonathan Roeder is a Co-Founder and attorney for The Valley Law Group, a Phoenix & Gilbert based law firm that focuses primarily in the areas of divorce, family, and juvenile law throughout the state of Arizona. With what started as just a two attorney, one support staff law firm, has now grown into one of the largest and highest rated family law firms in Arizona. With what is at stake in each and every family law matter, the law firm and attorney you choose matters!. Jonathan and his team of award-winning attorneys are overturning the status quo and perception of law firms and how they operate. At The Valley Law Group, we have checked the lawyer ego at the door because we let our reputation and results speak for itself. We have helped thousands of clients all over the state of Arizona navigate through some of the most stressful and confusing times of their lives. With every case, we develop a customized and practical approach based on the independent needs and goals of every client.. We listen, we communicate, and we tenaciously advocate for our clients through every step of the court process. Legal masterminds by trade, we incorporate and embody an ethos of compassion, drive, and unrelenting work ethic in practice. Call us today for your FREE consultation and case analysis.. We can do it all:

Jonathan focuses his practice exclusively in family law. He assists clients with family law matters that relate to children including child custody issues, parenting time, paternity, relocation, and adoption. Additionally, he has represented clients with dissolution, spousal maintenance, pre- and post-martial agreements, appeals and post-modification matters. Prior to joining Jaburg Wilk, he practiced family law for several years at another Arizona family law firm.. Besides his legal work, Jonathan is a strong proponent of giving back to his community. He is board chairman of Scottsdale Training and Rehabilitation Services, STARS, a non-profit working to improve quality of life for individuals with developmental and cognitive disabilities.

Joel Hoffman has been practicing family law in Arizona for over thirty years, and he still returns his clients’ calls before he goes home at night.. Divorce-related worry and stress are almost inevitable ... but they do not have to be overwhelming. Many of Joel's clients have attributed to him their feelings of empowerment and independence as they emerge from one of the most difficult periods that they will ever face.. Joel has a diverse background in law, and his primary focus has been in family law and juvenile law. He also has significant experience in criminal misdemeanor and felony matters. He is an experienced trial attorney who also encourages his clients to utilize mediation, binding arbitration and other forms of alternative dispute resolution.. Joel is a native of Pennsylvania and has practiced law in Arizona since 1984. He received his bachelor's degree from Penn State and his law degree from the University of Akron. Joel is licensed to practice in Arizona and Pennsylvania.. "My unifying objective in serving my clients is this: When your divorce is final or you have resolved a difficult post-decree issue, and you leave my office for the last time, you are emotionally and legally prepared to start the next chapter in your life.”

Jennifer Gadow is a Certified Specialist in Family Law and a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers .  She has practiced exclusively family law for over twenty years.  She graduated from the University of California at Berkeley with a B.A. in English in 1991 and the Univeristy of Denver Law School in 1994.  Ms. Gadow is a Court Appointed Advisor and has been a Program Co-Chair for many Maricopa County Bar Association Seminars as well as a speaker at advanced family law seminars.  She has also been a Judge Pro Tem of the Superior Court of Arizona since 2002 until 2017.  She is currently on the State Bar Family Law Executive Counsel.

Jack was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona.  After graduating from Brophy College Preparatory in Phoenix, he received his B.A. in Business Communications from Arizona State University’s W.P. Carey School of Business and also minored in Political Science and Religious Studies.  After completing his first year law studies in Southern California, Jack moved back to the Valley and obtained his J.D. from Arizona Summit Law School (fka Phoenix School of Law).  During law school, Jack was a managing editor of the Phoenix Law Journal.. Jack dove head first into the family law practice when took a legal assistant position with long time practicing family law attorney, Mark Monserez.  During his time with Mr. Monserez, he learned to appreciate the practice of family law attorneys.  As Jack’s own parents divorced at a very young age, he has can relate to child(ren) of divorced parents and has a knack for guiding parents through this difficult stage in their life.. When not practicing, Jack enjoys spending time with his wife and dog in and around the greater Central Phoenix area.  He is a faithful Sun Devil alum and can be spotted at all Sun Devil home football and basketball games.  Jack also enjoys giving back to the community and has been a mentor with New Pathways for Youth since 2012.

J.D. Denny is a graduate of Florida A&M College of Law where he received his Juris Doctorate in 2012. Mr. Denny spent his time during law school preparing for various areas of practice, electing classes that would prepare him to represent clients in many disciplines. Mr. Denny is committed to serving the public with his philosophy that attorneys are public servants first and should put the needs of their clients before the needs of their business. Before attending law school, Mr. Denny studied at Arizona State University's Criminal Justice and Political Science programs where he received a Bachelors of Science Summa Cum Laude. Mr. Denny was admitted to the practice of law in Arizona in 2012.

I  graduated from Central Washington University (B.A.) in 1987 and Gonzaga University School of Law (J.D.)  in 1990.   I have  extensive trial experience in family law, criminal law and civil matters.  Following law school, I joined the Franklin County, Washington, Prosecutor’s Office, where I tried and won numerous cases.  In 1995, I joined the law firm of Critchlow, Williams & Schuster, P.S., in Richland, Washington, where I continued as a trial attorney in the areas of family law, criminal law, and personal injury.  From 2002 until moving to Arizona in 2005, I maintained my own firm, with a continuing emphasis on family law and litigation.  Upon gaining admission to practice law in the State of Arizona in November 2005, I joined the law firm of Campbell & Mahoney, Chtd., where I tried multiple civil cases to million dollar verdicts.  Since 2012 I have practiced exclusively in the area of family law.

In addition to running my law practice I have 2 children at home who keep me busy and constantly entertained in my time away from the office.  I am always learning new lessons from my children and find that there is nothing more humbling or any higher honor than being a parent. We make the most of short weekend trips, evenings together, going to museums, the zoo and other family friendly events.

In addition to running my law practice I am a docent volunteer at the Arizona Humane Society and enjoy walking and showing dogs off to potential adopters on the weekends.  Although I enjoy practicing family law, there is no better feeling than helping a homeless animal find its forever home.  Save a life - adopt a shelter pet!

In 2016, Ms. Huffman-Shayeb received her law degree from the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law. Shortly after becoming licensed as an attorney, Ms. Huffman-Shayeb joined ASU Alumni Law Group, where she discovered her calling to become a family law attorney. In 2018, Ms. Huffman-Shayeb decided to "hang a shingle" and founded Huffman-Shayeb Law, PLLC, a virtual law firm offering rates and flexible scheduling designed to maintain an optimal client experience.Ms. Huffman-Shayeb has largely focused her career on family law and juvenile law cases, making courtroom appearances in the Maricopa County Superior Court (including the Central Court Building, Durango Facility, East Court Building, Northeast Regional Center, Southeast Facility, and Southwest Facility), the Pinal County Superior Court, and the Pima County Superior Court. However, Ms. Huffman-Shayeb has also made appearances in numerous justice courts as well, traveling all over the State of Arizona and handling civil matters in limited jurisdiction cases.Ms. Huffman-Shayeb is a member of the Arizona Bar Association, as well as an active member of the Maricopa County Bar Association and former member of the Arizona Women Lawyers Association. She is a participating attorney in the Modest Means Project of the Arizona Foundation for Legal Services, and has volunteered at the Fresh Start Women's Foundation. Huffman-Shayeb Law, PLLC is accredited by the Better Business Bureau.

I'm Cody Hayes and I operate a law firm dedicated to helping people become unmarried without ruining the rest of their lives.  I was a teenager when my mother and stepfather transitioned out of their marriage.. As a family, we were always doing things together: Sailing trips to Catalina Island; Hiking and backpacking through every tiny canyon and stream we could find, and mountain biking and rollerblading together as a family all over the city.  My twin brother and I had the time of our lives.. I remember how confusing it was to have been there through all those good times, only to find myself with two parents who no longer wanted to be with each other. It was hard for me to understand why it wasn’t worth it for them to try again.. My parents encouraged me and my brother to ask questions. And they gave us honest answers. In the end, I remember asking each of them independently if they could see any way possible to stay their own ways, each of my parents helped me understand that being apart from one another was what would make them the happiest.. I couldn’t argue with that. I didn’t like it and it wasn’t my preference, but I could respect their decision because I knew it was the truth.. As time went on, I came to realize that the relationship I had with my parents didn’t depend on them being together at all.. And they were right about their happiness. By transitioning out of their dysfunctional marriage and moving forward with their individual lives, they became more relaxed, more joyous, and easier to be around. They both refocused on what was important to themselves and began to accomplish their personal goals again.. In a dysfunctional marriage, nobody wins. Moving forward with their lives made it possible for my parents to be happy, and enabled them to support me and my brother in ways they couldn’t have managed if they had stayed together.. At Hayes Esquire PLLC, it’s our mission to help people become unmarried without ruining the rest of their lives — and to help couples with children transition from husband and wife to partners in parenting. We achieve our goals by seeing to it that clients of the firm gain the legal information, advice, and emotional support they need to ensure that their disputes are resolved without a lot of bitterness and resentment, that their families are left intact, and that the stress and expense often associated with prolonged litigation is alleviated.. Not only is a divorce the end of a marriage, but it can also be the beginning of a fulfilling life for everyone involved. If you’d like to transition from married to unmarried in a way that moves you toward the brightest future possible, please contact us for a complimentary consultation.. Sincerely,. Cody L. HayesHayes Esquire PLLC

I was born and raised in Scottsdale, Arizona and graduated locally from Horizon High School. I received my undergraduate degree from Arizona State University, graduating magna cum laude with a B.S. in Justice Studies and a minor in Political Science. I am a law school graduate of the University of Detroit Mercy.Since my admission to the Arizona Bar, I have devoted my practice primarily to the area of Domestic Relations (Family Law), but also provide services in the gaming and gambling industry, primarily in relation to internet based advanced deposit wagering pari mutuels. I recognize that every client and/or case is unique and therefore I individually devise an appropriate strategy to ensure that my client’s interest and wishes are protected and fought for.

I think of myself as a settlement-oriented trial attorney who is efficient, fair and strongly client focused. I am a certified family law specialist and have significant experience in complex and simple divorce and other family law cases.. I am a fourth-generation Arizonan. My parents divorced when I was young, and I was a single father throughout law school. I have been married and divorced, and have strong relationships with my children and stepchildren. Real life has taught me just as much as law school about family law.

I moved to Arizona from Ohio in 2009 to attend law school.  While in law school I served as President of the Student Bar Association and was selected by my peers as both Student of the Year and Director of the Year.  In May of 2012 I graduated from law school and was awarded the Donald E. Lively Mission Pillar Award.. Since then I have served as Chairman of the Board for Young Ones United ("YOU").  YOU is a local nonprofit organization devoted to preventing child abuse.  I have a passion for serving the underserved by creating an avenue to justice to those that may not normally have.

I joined Schneider & Onofy in the summer of 2014 after completing a distinguished academic career at the University of Arizona's James E. Rogers College of Law.  My practice focuses on family law, personal injury, and civil litigation.. While in school, I was an Articles Editor for the Arizona Journal of International & Comparative Law, received the Award for Outstanding Brief in Advanced Legal Writing, and was a member of the Latino Law Student Association and the Immigration Law Student Association.  I also worked as a law clerk with the Arizona Capital Representation Project in Tucson.. I am an avid traveler, having backpacked for two months in South America and backpacked on safari in South Africa.  I love to learn about new cultures and the people and make it my goal to travel to a new country each year (most recently visiting Peru, Ecuador, and Argentina).

I have really enjoyed getting to know my divorce and family law clients on a personal level, as well as on a professional level.  I have maintained great relationships with my current and former clients and appreciate the opportunity to help them find solutions to their divorce and family law issues.  I would love to speak with you about your family law case if you are in need of an experienced Arizona divorce and family law attorney.. We divorce family law practice includes divorce, legal separation, paternity, child custody, restraining orders, estate planning, wills and trusts, durable powers of attorney, and living wills.

I have been practicing law since 1992. I have been licensed in Arizona since 1998. My primary focus is family law and I have handled hundreds of such cases throughout my career. I make it a point to truly listen and understand what clients wish to accomplish in their cases and do all I can to accomplish that result.

I have been practicing law for over two decades. Most of my clients are husbands and fathers in divorce and custody cases. I enjoy protecting husbands from overreaching exes, and I love winning custody cases for dedicated fathers. I have expericence as an attorney, a mediator, and a Judge Pro Tempore, and I will use that expereince to help you achieve your goals. I also am very experienced with consumer and small business bankruptcy cases. I have handled a wide range of cases under chaptes 7, 11, and 13 of the Bankruptcy Code. My goal is to protect you from an adversary who is out to get you -- whether that be an ex or a creditor. Call me so that we can discuss your situation in detail and figure out a good plan of action.

I have been practicing law for more than 20 years.  My practice is primarily concentrated in the areas of Family Law and Civil Litigation, including Divorce, Legal Separation, Paternity, Child Custody, Child Support, Alimony (Spousal Maintenance), Prenuptial Agreements, Adoptions, Terminations of Rights, Modifications of Custody and Support, Same-Sex Rights, Name Changes, Orders of Protection, Wills & Trusts and Contract Litigation.