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Attorney Ryan Claridge knows the importance of having a competent and professional advocate who is also affordable. He attended Arizona State University where he achieved his bachelors degree in Philosophy. After completion of his bachelors degree Attorney Claridge moved to Orange, California to attend Chapman Law School to complete his Juris Doctorate degree while concurrently accomplishing a certificate in Mediation. The mediation training was focused on difficult family situations where court trials were successfully avoided thanks to Claridge’s ability to reach an agreement for both parties at the table.. Attorney Claridge passed the California State Bar Exam and worked at a criminal law firm spanning the Southern California region. In 2014, Attorney Claridge moved to Arizona and passed the Arizona State Bar Exam while working as an immigration attorney. After passing the bar he made a switch to family law, where his training and expertise has flourished.. Attorney Ryan Claridge is enthusiastic about all family law matters and has wide ranging experience in family law mediation, divorce cases, child custody cases and custody modifications.

Attorney Diana I. Rader is the founding attorney of the boutique family law practice Rader Law Firm, and focuses on family law, juvenile law, and civil litigation. She completed her undergraduate studies at Arizona State University before going on to earn her Juris Doctor from Arizona State University College of Law. Ms. Rader has extensive experience in juvenile cases involving the Department of Child Safety. She has previously served as the president of the Scottsdale Bar Assocation, and is active in Family Lawyers Legal Assistance Program (FLAP) and Partners for Paiute Legal Assistance Program. She is licensed to practice in state and federal district courts in Arizona.

As the founder of Parley Family Law Solutions PLC, Jared Sandler focuses his practice solely on family law matters. Mr. Sandler is a Certified Specialist in Family Law and was recently selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers 2021 in the field of Family Law. He has also been selected numerous times for awards from the American Institute of Family Law including the Top 40 Under 40, Ten Best Client Satisfaction Award and he has been awarded the designation of “Rising Star” from SuperLawyers for each year since 2016. Mr. Sandler has previously been recognized by The National Trial Lawyers for their Top 40 Under 40 award and was given an “AV” rating from his peers, which means that he was deemed to have very high professional ethics and preeminent legal ability. Only lawyers with the highest ethical standards and professional ability receive a Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rating. In July of 2019, Mr. Sandler was voted Phoenix Magazine Readers’ Pick for Best Divorce Lawyer.. Mr. Sandler received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from the University of Arizona and returned to his alma mater to obtain his Juris Doctor Degree from the University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law. He was admitted to the Arizona State Bar in 2011 and served as a lead Family Law attorney at another prominent firm prior to founding Parley Family Law Solutions.. Mr. Sandler was the 2018 Chair for the Maricopa County Bar Association Family Law Section and facilitated the Family Law Newsletter and Continuing Legal Education seminars to educate attorneys on Family Law issues along with the other members of the board.

As the founder and managing partner of Jaburg Wilk, Gary has almost 40 years invested in building and operating a business. He utilizes this expertise to help his clients effectively and efficiently resolve both their business and legal issues, Gary’s particular talent lies in quickly developing a comprehensive understanding of facts, personalities and legal issues and subsequently devising a realistic, cost effective strategy for meeting his client’s goals. His direct, businesslike approach coupled with win-win negotiating style resonates with both clients and opposing counsel. It is a proven and successful style to resolve business and legal disputes.. Gary is outside general counsel for his entrepreneurial clients not only learning their business but also winning their trust and confidence. He is the connector in litigation and transactional matters, frequently being the go-between with litigation or transactional counsel and clients. By managing these complex relationships, he develops successful strategies for dispute resolution, deal negotiation or simply accomplishing the job.. Having represented hundreds of entrepreneurs and businesses, he understands both the legal and business issues that they encounter. Many entrepreneurs only contact their attorney when they have a problem. It could be a contract dispute with a customer or supplier; an employment related issue with one of their employees; or a conflict with a partner or shareholder. Often the conflict is a result of one or both of the parties having underlying financial difficulty and the entrepreneur is looking for a time and cost efficient way to resolve it. Gary’s expertise rests in combining the facts with the law and assessing the emotions/human aspects of the situation. He then develops strategies and tactics that maximize the business owner’s probability of obtaining the desired result.. In representing clients in transactional matters, Gary has the entrepreneurial mindset to evaluate risk/reward tradeoffs in the negotiating process, and not fall into the usual attorney mindset of only seeing the risks. In short, Gary’s expertise is in providing business and entrepreneurial clients with both common sense business and strategic legal advice to create practical, cost effective solutions.

Annabelle Abel is a compassionate, experienced, and dedicated associate family law attorney with Cantor Law Group. Annabelle was born in Franklin, Tennessee, but spent the majority of her childhood in Cave Creek, Arizona. From a very early age it was clear to Annabelle that the beautiful Arizona desert would be her permanent home.. Annabelle received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Arizona Honors College where she majored in Public Policy and Criminal Justice. While at the University of Arizona, Annabelle served as a campus tour guide, an Ambassador for the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, and she held several leadership positions within her Greek organization.. After receiving her undergraduate degree, Annabelle attended Arizona State University’s Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law where she received her Juris Doctor. While in law school, Annabelle was selected as a student mediator for the Lodestar Mediation Clinic where she assisted the public by mediating a wide array of civil cases for the Justice Courts of Maricopa County. Additionally, Annabelle worked for a boutique family law firm where she initially became enamored with the practice of family law. After completing her first family law internship, Annabelle focused her third year of law school on classes and experiences that would serve her as an aspiring family law attorney. One such class was Community Property Law, where Annabelle obtained the CALI Excellence for the Future Award.. After law school, Annabelle passed the Arizona State Bar Examination and began her practice as a family law attorney. As a practicing family law attorney, Annabelle has litigated a wide variety of cases throughout the State of Arizona including contested custody matters, relocations, complex dissolution cases, jurisdictional disputes, domestic violence issues, and annulments. While Annabelle enjoys tirelessly advocating for her clients in Court, Annabelle also understands the value of settlement and mediation and uses her experience as a Justice Court Mediator to assist her clients in reaching amicable settlement agreements when possible and beneficial.. Annabelle is intimately aware of the toll that family law matters take on her clients, both emotionally and financially. As such, Annabelle strives to provide each of her clients with the knowledge, confidence, and tools necessary to endure each case.

Anna Wendorf is an associate attorney with Doran Justice. She focuses her practice on family law, including legal decision-making and parenting time disputes, child support, and property division. Anna is focused on helping clients find solutions that best fit their unique circumstances, whether that be through settlement negotiations or trial advocacy.. Anna is from a small town in southwest Michigan. She excelled throughout her academic career, attending the University of Michigan for her undergraduate degree, where she studied political science and history. During her final semester of college Anna moved from Michigan to Washington D.C. to work for the Department of Justice Consumer Protection Branch. While at the Department of Justice, Anna gained experience working on large scale medical fraud cases, which solidified her decision to attend law school.. After graduating from the University of Michigan, Anna moved to Phoenix to begin her legal studies at the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University. During her time at ASU Anna continued to excel academically. In addition to her classes, she was a member of the Women Law Students Association, the Moot Court Board, and continued to work and intern throughout her time in school. Prior to starting at Doran Justice, Anna interned for a successful family law appellate firm where she gained experience drafting and researching complex appellate issues in all areas of family law. After that, she joined the Doran Justice Family Law team as a law clerk for her last year of law school.. After graduating and taking the bar exam, Anna accepted an offer to join Doran Justice as an associate attorney to add to the growth of the family law practice. She enjoys working with the other members of the family law team to find ideal solutions for clients’ family related problems. Anna has experience working on a wide range of family law cases, including high conflict divorce, child custody, paternity establishment, modification, child support, and enforcement.. In her free time, Anna enjoys spending time outdoors camping, hiking, swimming, and golfing. She also enjoys spending time with her family and friends and playing with her dog, Mona.. Anna focuses heavily on finding solutions that work best for her clients, while being understanding of the immense stress and emotion that family law matters bring. Anna is passionate about advocating for her client’s needs through every step of the family court process.

Angela Hallier, the Firm's Founding Partner, was admitted to the Arizona State Bar in 1990. She has been a Certified Family Law Specialist since 1996 and is serving her eighth year on the Family Law Advisory Commission of the State Bar of Arizona, a committee that oversees the certification process for family law specialists. Angela chaired the Commission from 2007-2010. Angela was a member of the Family Law Division of the Arizona State Bar Executive Council from 1999-2000. She has been named a 'Super Lawyer' by superlawyers.com for the seventh year in a row and is AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest competency and ethical rating given. She is also a judge pro tempore of the Maricopa County Superior Court. Angela frequently speaks at legal education seminars and at public events. She authors a divorce education column that appears in the Arizona Business Journal and the Arizona Foothills Magazine.. Angie is also the author of The Wiser Divorce. In the book, she applies her years of knowledge and experience to offer positive strategies and smart, practical advice that lead you through the divorce process and to your next best life. Read more about the book at , or click here to buy The Wiser Divorce.. Other achievements include:. Admissions: Arizona State Bar, 1990; U.S. District Court, District of Arizona, 1991; U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, 1991.. Education: University of Nebraska, College of Law (J.D. with Distinction, 1990); University of Nebraska (B.A., 1987).. Member: American Bar Association; State Bar of Arizona; Maricopa County Bar Association; Arizona Women Lawyers Association; Phoenix Chamber of Commerce, Women Presidents' Organization (WPO).. E-mail:

Andrea Banks is a family law associate with Cantor Law Group. She practices in Phoenix, Arizona, and in all surrounding counties in the State of Arizona. As an Arizona Native, Andrea has a heart of service. Born in Phoenix, but primarily raised in Flagstaff, she understands the needs of people from many different walks of life, which allows her to represent clients with genuine passion and concern. Andrea always strives to be a reliable and committed advocate to her clients during some of the most difficult times of their lives. Andrea will work tirelessly to be responsive, thorough, and make legal decisions with reason and care. Andrea will always work to achieve the best outcome possible for her clients.. Andrea received her undergraduate degree in Broadcasting Journalism from the University of Arizona and her Master’s degree from Northern Arizona University in English Education. She went on to receive her law degree from Regent University School of Law in Virginia Beach, Virginia, and had the opportunity to spend her summers in the Washington D.C. area as a law intern. After coming back to Arizona, Andrea began her career as an Administrative Law Judge presiding and deciding Unemployment Appeals. Andrea then transitioned to the Attorney General’s Office where she handled hundreds of trials, mediations, and court hearings. After her time with the state, she transitioned to Maricopa County Legal Advocate Office where she represented children in Juvenile Court, removed as part of a DCS cases. She is very comfortable and confident in the courtroom, providing skilled and knowledgeable representation for her clients in that setting. Her comfortability and experience in the courtroom gives her an advantage over other attorneys in this field, which results in better outcomes and peace of mind for her clients.. Andrea focuses her practice on all juvenile matters (including adoptions, terminations and guardianships), as well as dissolutions of marriage, legal separation, child support, paternity, parenting time, legal decision-making (formerly “custody”), spousal maintenance, modifications and enforcement of existing orders, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, relocation, orders of protection, and injunctions against harassment.. Andrea is a member of the Maricopa County Bar Association, the Arizona Women Lawyers Association as well as the State Bar of Arizona.. While she is not practicing law, Andrea enjoys spending time with her wonderful husband and dog Penny, and enjoys traveling, concerts, cooking, playing the piano, and time with extended family.

Amy Witzleb’s long-time passion for justice, advocacy, and litigation makes her a strong family law attorney. During law school, Amy began clerking in family law where she developed her aspiration to represent clients going through divorces and custody matters. After obtaining her J.D. from Arizona Summit Law School, and received the CALI Excellence for the Future Award® for academic and other achievements, Amy’s priorities continue to be attaining the best results possible for her clients. Amy donates time and legal expertise to the Volunteer Lawyers Program, Friends of the Court, and is a member on the Board of Directors of the Maricopa County Bar Association, Family Law Section.

Amanda Szpakowski is a seasoned family law attorney with extensive experience representing clients in complex divorce, custody, and post-decree matters throughout the state of Arizona. She is licensed to practice in all Arizona counties and has successfully represented clients at both the trial and appellate levels. Her practice is particularly focused on high-net-worth individuals and families with intricate financial, legal, and custody considerations.. Ms. Szpakowski is known for delivering strategic, detail-oriented representation in matters involving business and asset valuation, forensic accounting issues, high-conflict custody disputes, spousal maintenance, and premarital or postnuptial agreements. Her litigation experience, combined with a strong understanding of financial and psychological dynamics, allows her to offer clients comprehensive, sophisticated solutions that protect their interests and long-term goals.. With over a decade of dedicated family law practice, Ms. Szpakowski approaches each case with precision and discretion. She is deeply committed to client service, ensuring that clients receive consistent communication, clear legal guidance, and a thorough understanding of each phase of the legal process. Her professionalism, preparation, and courtroom acumen have earned her a reputation as a trusted advocate for individuals facing some of the most significant and sensitive transitions of their lives.. Ms. Szpakowski holds a Juris Doctor from the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University, where she concentrated in trial advocacy and family law. She earned her undergraduate degree Summa Cum Laude from Arizona State University, majoring in Psychology with a minor in Family and Human Development. During her academic career, she was recognized on the Dean’s List and was inducted into both Psi Chi, the International Honor Society in Psychology, and Phi Alpha Delta, the Pre-Law Fraternity.. At Cantor Law Group, Ms. Szpakowski is part of a distinguished team of attorneys committed to delivering high-caliber legal representation in family law.

Amanda Jones Johnson grew up in the Bootheel of Missouri. After college in Jonesboro, Arkansas she moved to Seattle, Washington to attend law school in 1999. In a Legal Writing class her second year she met her future husband and after graduation they opened a law practice together in La Conner, Washington.. When he left the practice she opened an office in Mount Vernon, Washington. She worked in Estate Planning and as a Guardian ad Litem for Allegedly Incapacitated Adults, eventually receiving so many Family Law referrals that it became her primary area of practice.. In 2018, Amanda closed her Washington office and moved to Phoenix. She was admitted to the State Bar of Arizona and eventually joined Hernandez Family Law. She is pleased to continue her advocacy in a sunnier climate. In her spare time, Amanda and her husband enjoy hiking with their dog. Amanda also cooks, including recipes she learned in Bangkok, and spends early mornings tending plants in her garden.. Bar Admissions:. ArizonaWashington StateU.S. District Court, Western District of Washington. U. S. District Court, Arizona. Education:. Seattle University School of Law, May 2002J.D.. Arkansas State University, May 1999B.A.Major: Political Science. Professional Associations and Memberships:. State Bar of ArizonaMaricopa County Bar AssociationArizona Women Lawyers AssociationWashington State Bar Association. Past Employment Positions:. R.J. Peters and Assoc. Phoenix, AZ 2019. Law Office of Carrie M. Wilcox, PLLC, Phoenix AZ 2019-2021. Law Office of Amanda Johnson, LLC, Washington State, 2005-2018. Law Office of Amanda and Sloan Johnson, 2003-2005. Volunteer Activities:. Professional Development Committee Member, Arizona Women Lawyers Association Maricopa Chapter. Hopes's Crossing. Maricopa County Elections. Events Coordinator Emeritus, Skagit County Bar AssociationBoard Member Emeritus, Skagit Performing Arts CouncilPatient/Family Volunteer, Hospice of the NorthwestVolunteer, Sleepless in SeattleAuction Committee Member, Skagit SymphonyLegal Clinic Volunteer, Washington Lawyers for the ArtsParticipant, The Big Climb Seattle, Leukemia and Lymphoma Society

Allyson Del Vecchio has been a family law attorney in both Arizona and Connecticut. She has handled numerous cases in all areas of family law, including, but not limited to, divorce, paternity, relocation, child custody / legal decision-making, parenting time, in loco parentis, grandparents' rights, child support, and spousal support issues. Ms. Del Vecchio has experience handling high net worth clientele and the complicated issues that require the use of business valuations, custody evaluations and other professionals to resolve these highly complex cases. Additionally, she has handled both Appeals and a Petition for Review to the Supreme Court. Ms. Del Vecchio also has substantial experience in the area of juvenile law, including dependency and parental termination proceedings.. Ms. Del Vecchio was a prior name partner in her own law firm, and was the Lead Family Law Attorney responsible for training and managing four other family law attorneys in her subsequent firm. Ms. Del Vecchio has made television appearances regarding family law issues, and has been quoted in various newspapers, including the Arizona Republic and Arizona Business Journal.. While Ms. Del Vecchio is an experienced litigator, she also understands that many family law matters can be resolved through informal settlement and/or mediation and attempts to resolve many of her clients' issues through these channels. Ms. Del Vecchio is a member of the State Bar of Arizona's Family Law Section, the Maricopa County Family Law Section, and the Arizona Chapter of the Association Of Family And Conciliation Courts (AFCC). She became a member of the Connecticut State Bar in 2006 where she began her career handling all of her previous firms Juvenile Court Matters, as well as Civil Litigation, Probate, Family Law, Criminal Law and Landlord Tenant Disputes. Ms. Del Vecchio relocated to Arizona and became a member of the State Bar of Arizona in 2009.

About Rebekah Burz:. • Former Assistant Attorney General for the Department of Economic Security• Extensive Trial Experience• Also licensed in the U.S. District Court of Arizona• Member of the Arizona State Bar• Member of the Maricopa County Bar Association• Member of the Maricopa County Bar, Family Law Section• Member of the Arizona Women Lawyers Association. A firm believer that true collaboration leads to the best legal outcomes, Rebekah’s approach to law is rooted in seeing herself as the navigator and the client as the pilot. While Rebekah is the expert in terms of the legal process, she understands that her clients know their lives and family best. Rebekah works together with her clients as a team to accomplish their goals.. Rebekah grew up in Phoenix and graduated from Grand Canyon University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Justice Studies and a minor in Psychology. She went on to earn her Juris Doctorate from the University of North Dakota School of Law. During law school, Rebekah completed multiple internships, to include time at both the Public Defender’s Office and being a Law Clerk for a District Court Judge. She has completed Alternative Dispute Resolution training and understands the dynamics of conflict. An uncompromisingly ethical, zealous courtroom advocate, Rebekah also understands the importance of keeping a full toolkit of strategies at her disposal.. Rebekah began her professional career as an Assistant Attorney General with the Arizona Attorney General’s Office, representing the Department of Economic Security, concentrating on child support. In this capacity, Rebekah brought and defended lawsuits representing the State’s interest and participating in hundreds of court proceedings.. In her free time, Rebekah enjoys spending quality time with her Husband and their three Children. They enjoy traveling and watching their children participate in extracurricular activities including horseback riding and gymnastics.. Contact Rebekah today at the Cantor Law Group by calling to learn more about your case. You can also schedule a free, confidential consultation at #request_form.

About Nicholas Boca:. Nicholas Boca is here to help you navigate this difficult time in your life. Nicholas confidently provides aggressive and effective representation as a result of his extensive courtroom experience. He thrives under the pressure of contentious family law cases, while lending a patient and empathetic ear to his clients, easing their worries during these difficult cases. Taking pride in reaching agreements, Nicholas’ courtroom experience informs his advice in reaching settlements. His knowledge of how issues are dealt with in a courtroom setting leads to successful negotiation and settlement of family cases.. A Phoenix, AZ native, Nicholas graduated from Arizona State University, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science. He went on to receive his law degree from the University of San Diego. During law school, Nicholas interned at Viacom—believing he wanted to practice entertainment law—writing and reviewing contracts for MTV, VH1, and Comedy Central. Through this experience, he learned that transactional law was not for him, and instead pursued a career as a trial attorney.. Nicholas began his legal career as an Assistant Attorney General with the Arizona Attorney General's Office, representing the Department of Child Safety. In this position, he appeared in several hundred juvenile court hearings, mediations, and trials.. Upon leaving the Attorney General's Office, Nicholas started as an attorney with Cantor Law Group, where he now is the Managing Family Law Attorney. With Cantor Law Group, Nicholas’ trial experience continues to build, handling extremely contentious custody matters, along with high-net worth, complex, and high-profile cases, including representing athletes and celebrities.. Nicholas’ practice includes, dissolution of marriage, legal separation, high net worth/complex divorces, prenuptial and post-nuptial agreements, child support, paternity, parenting time, legal decision-making (formerly "custody"), spousal maintenance, modifications and enforcement of existing orders, relocation, orders of protection, injunctions against harassment, grandparent rights, DCS cases, dependency, guardianship, termination of parental rights, and adoption. He represents people in all walks of life throughout Arizona and Nationwide.. Nicholas is involved in the Arizona legal community, conducting Continuing Legal Education Events for other Arizona family law attorneys, through the State Bar of Arizona and Maricopa County Bar Association. For example, chairing the Juvenile Law Section Arizona State Bar Convention for 2020, along with moderating Judge panels for the Arizona Family Law Bar.. Additionally, he is involved in his community having sitting on the Board of Director for six years for Skate After School a local non-profit origination partnering with schools to provide skateboard instruction to underserved youth.. Personally, Nicholas spends his free time with his Wife and two Children, and has been playing the drums and guitar in bands for over twenty years.. Cantor Law Group enjoys an excellent reputation throughout the legal community because of our aggressiveness, integrity, honesty, and professionalism. Many attorneys claim to be aggressive, yet they fail to follow through. Cantor Law Group truly is Beyond Aggressive!!!. Contact Nicholas today at the Cantor Law Group by calling to learn more about your case. You can also schedule a free, confidential consultation.

Aaric A. Siesco is a domestic relations attorney who provides his clients with competent legal advice and empathy throughout their representation.  Aaric has a background in legal studies consisting of criminal defense, personal injury, civil rights and family law matters.   Aaric spent years working under the tutelage of experienced domestic relations attorneys and found that he excelled in his ability to understand the law and to cooperate with clients effectively.  As an attorney for the Law Office of Robert E. Siesco, Aaric is determined to serve the community by offering his knowledge and skills to people in need of effective legal counsel.

A certified family law specialist who chaired the 1973 committee that drafted the current divorce code.  Former president of the Arizona Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers.  Listed in all editions of "The Best Lawyers in America" since its first publication in 1980.  He was chosen 2009 "Best Lawyers' Arizona Family Lawyer of the Year.  He is a member of the American College of Trial Lawyers.  He has lectured to various professional groups over 70 times on various family law subjects.

A believer that hard work and determination can lead to amazing results. Greg has used this approach in all aspects of his career.. Greg grew up in Brandon, Mississippi and graduated from Belhaven University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting. After graduation, Greg worked for a regional moving company as its office manager. However, Greg found his calling for the law when he made a career change taking a position as a paralegal for a Jackson, Mississippi based tax law firm. Greg used the skills he learned as a paralegal working closely with clients to further his legal career. He then went on to finish his legal education at the University of North Dakota School of Law. During law school, Greg was a member of Law Review and represented his law school at a national appellate moot court competition. He also clerked for a Maricopa County Superior Court Judge while in law school where he got hands on experience inside the courtroom.. After earning his Juris Doctorate, Greg began his career working in employment law where he assisted people through tumultuous times. Greg then went on to work in commercial contract law where he found a true love for the courtroom. In this capacity, Greg had the opportunity to see cases from both sides’ point of view, and found that he wanted to spend his life helping people through their difficult situations.. In his free time, Greg enjoys spending time with his wife and their dogs. They enjoy traveling and all things food related. Greg also loves to spend time watching hockey.

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