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With 20 years of outstanding experience representing clients throughout Maricopa County, Attorney Jason Pistiner has built a reputation as one of the Scottsdale divorce attorneys you can count on for dependable representation when it counts. Whether you need guidance with a divorce, help dividing assets, negotiation involving child custody and alimony, or you want help planning your estate for the future of your family, count on the team at Singer Pistiner, PC to give you the reputation you need to build a strong case for your interests. You can count on their team to tell you what you need to hear—not just what you want to hear. Call now to schedule your free consultation with their team to get started planning your next move.

Shelby is a partner & lead counsel in the firm’s Family Law Practice Group. With a half-decade of experience, Shelby dedicates her family law practice to providing practicable and sustainable solutions for her clients. Shelby works with each of her clients to develop a tailored legal approach based on each client’s individual circumstances and employs this strategy to achieve the best possible outcome for each client’s particular situation.. Shelby’s practice focuses on resolving complex divorce and family law matters, which include, but are not limited to, child custody; establishment, modification & enforcement of parenting time and/or legal decision-making; child support; spousal maintenance; business valuation; and division of marital assets & debts. When meticulous case management, strategic planning, and careful negotiations do not result in settlement, Shelby’s attention to detail, thorough preparation, and exceptional litigation skills stand out in the courtroom.. Outside the Firm. Shelby was born and raised in a small town in North Dakota, where she participated in many extra-curricular activities growing up, including volleyball, basketball, track, cheerleading, band, choir, and Science Olympiad. While attending the University of North Dakota, Shelby earned a double major in Psychology and Sociology, as well as a minor in Criminal Justice. Shelby continued to participate in extra-curricular activities at the collegiate level. She was a Teaching Assistant for five different university classes, was inducted into the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society, and she served as the honorary Grand Marshal for the University’s 2013 Spring Commencement. Shelby was also a four-year collegiate athlete on the University of North Dakota Football and Basketball Cheer Teams.. Shelby received her law degree from Arizona State University Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law. During law school, Shelby spent much of her time assisting with the development of ASU’s Sports Law and Business Program. She assisted with two professional symposiums, was a member of the Sport & Entertainment Law Journal and was elected as the Journal’s Director of External Affairs during her third year. Shelby graduated in the top 20% of her class and was a recipient of the Pedrick Scholar Award all six semesters of her law school career. She even earned CALI Awards for Excellence, and the top grade in her Sports Law and Legal Advocacy class.. Following graduation, Shelby joined a Phoenix-based criminal defense law firm, where she was given the opportunity to grow the firm’s family law practice right out of law school. Shelby capitalized on this opportunity and successfully developed a sophisticated family law practice in the early stages of her legal career.. In Shelby’s free time, she enjoys hiking, biking, and spending time with friends, family, and her two pups: Stassi (Saint Bernard) and Taz (Chocolate Lab). Shelby plans to add another Saint Bernard puppy to the family very soon.. From the Firm. SM2 Legal is excited to welcome an extremely talented and experienced attorney to our team. Shelby is an example of someone who has shown that she values client service above all else, and her leadership in this regard made her a natural fit for partnership at our firm. This new partnership is a tangible and outward announcement of Shelby's hard work, abilities, and dedication to her clients.. Shelby has demonstrated that she has the legal skills, dedication, and work-ethic necessary to lead and manage SM2 Legal's Family Law Practice Group, making her extremely valuable to our firm and to our clients’ success. At SM2 Legal we take great pride in representing and developing relationships with each of our clients. There is no better sense of accomplishment than a client who feels that their voice has been heard, so that’s what we strive for on a daily basis.. Shelby is looking forward to continued success for her clients and the firm, stating: “Becoming Partner demonstrates the Firm’s confidence in my abilities as an attorney and member of this team and it’s a tremendous honor to be leading SM2's new Family Law Practice Group. I’m excited to continue putting in the work necessary to achieve positive results for my clients. I look forward to playing an integral role in establishing SM2 Legal as a top-tier family law practice.”. Shelby, who is becoming the firm’s first female Partner and Practice Group Leader (Family Law), has long been committed to furthering the careers of women in the legal industry, and believes this is a major step and platform to continue to advocate in furtherance of that goal.

People call me on their most difficult days. Whether it is a marriage breaking up, domestic violence, or the other parent not allowing them to see their child, I listen. Often, they are anxious about their future. Frequently, they are frustrated or heartbroken. Sometimes, they cry. To each of them, I can say there are better days ahead and show them how to get there.. My job is to guide and empower people through the most difficult times of their life. I enjoy imparting information to people. The best way to combat anxiety is with knowledge. The best way guide someone is to give them a map through the process. The best way to achieve your objectives is through a game plan you design with the help of one of our attorneys.. If you find yourself going through a difficult time, give us a call. Chances are, if you call our firm, you'll talk to me. Together, we can begin planning your future. Better days are ahead.

Mr. Noblitt is a licensed patent attorney with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, and has been practicing intellectual property law for over twenty-five years. Before forming The Noblitt Group, Mr. Noblitt practiced at some of the most prestigious law firms in Texas and the southwest, and was a partner with the largest law firm in Arizona.  He is experienced in the acquisition, protection, and enforcement of intellectual property rights domestically and internationally, and served five months in Japan as a liaison to a Japanese firm. Mr. Noblitt also serves as an Adjunct Professor at the Arizona State University College of Law.. Mr. Noblitt’s background includes broad-based intellectual property counseling, patent preparation and prosecution, trademark and copyright registration, trade secret and trade dress protection, technology transfer, and related litigation, licensing, and counseling.  Mr. Noblitt also regularly provides support for corporate transactions, such as financing transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and perfection of security interests.. Mr. Noblitt received his Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering. The following areas are representative of Mr. Noblitt’s particular technological expertise: electronics, communications, acoustics, semiconductor manufacturing and testing, medical devices, mechanical systems, optics, optoelectronics, imaging systems, data processing and storage, amplifiers, display systems, RF devices, signal processing, networking, wireless coomunications, digital and analog filters, memory systems, and computer hardware and software.. Mr. Noblitt also plays beer league hockey. Poorly. But it's fun.

Mr. Hanson was admitted to practice in 1997 in Arizona and the U.S. District Court of Arizona. He has practiced exclusively as a trial attorney appearing in thousands of cases across the state in administrative agency proceedings, arbitrations, bench trials, and multi-day jury trials in a variety of family, civil, and criminal proceedings.. Mr. Hanson is and has formerly been a member of the State Bar of Arizona’s Family Law, Trial Practice, and Criminal Practice sections as well as the Arizona Trial Lawyers Association, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and the American Bar Association. Mr. Hanson graduated from Arizona State University College of Law in 1997 in the top one-third of his class. While a law student, Mr. Hanson was published in and served as an Editor on the Arizona State Law Journal. Additionally, during law school, he directed the Homeless Legal Assistance Project, a multiple-site, low-income legal clinic, and received the Dean’s Award for service to the law school. Currently, Mr. Hanson give back to the community by volunteering his time to sit as a Judge Pro Tem for the Maricopa County Superior Court Family Law and Criminal Divisions.. Some of his most notable achievements include:

Jillian is one of the founding members and a lead attorney at State 48 Law Firm. She is a former social worker who is a thorough and strong litigator, and passionate about being a true advocate for her clients when they feel they may not have a voice. She enjoys complex cases where she can use her creative side to develop unique solutions for clients in particular situations. Her clients value her great communication and her demeanor in court.. While at ASU, Jillian interned with the Department of Child Safety for four years and accepted a full-time position with DCS upon graduation. It was through her position at DCS that she realized her passion for the law. Soon thereafter, Jillian decided to attend law school at Louisiana State University and experience life in the South. During her time in law school, she interned at a pro bono family law firm, worked at the Office of Public Defense in the juvenile defense section, and gave legal aid to sexual assault victims as a student attorney.. After graduation from LSU, Jillian decided to move her legal talents back to Arizona where she jumped into family law and has never looked back.

I have been practicing family law for over twenty years.  The things I hear from my clients is that they love the communication and guidance they receive from me and the outcomes in their cases reflects my experience and knowledge of family law in Arizona.

I have been involved in education for 40 years, beginning as a special education teacher. We are the only education law firm in Arizona that has attorneys with both classroom and courtroom experience, and a parent if a young adult with special needs. We are passionate about our work. We frequently present on special education law to parents, educators, advocates and attorneys. Our firm as a statewide practice.

I am an Arizona native, having graduated from Arizona State University, with a B.A. summa cum laude  in 1998, and graduated from Arizona State University College of Law in 2001.  I have solely practiced family law since 2001 and I am licensed in both the Arizona State Courts as well as the U.S. District Court of Arizona.  I have previously served on the Board of the Family Law Section of the Maricopa County Bar Association.  I have received several awards of merit from the National Center for Missing & Exploted Children for my knowledge of the Hague Convention in returning internationally kidnapped children to their country of residence in the federal court system.  I focus my practice on all aspects of family law, including premarital agreements; divorce and legal separation; paternity matters; child custody issues; enforcement and modification issues; child support issues; and orders of protection.  I pride myself on building strong relationships with my clients and advocating for their and their children's best interests.  I remin in touch with the majority of my clients even after their cases are finished and am proud that I could see them through a difficult time.

Erika has practiced exclusively in the area of family law since starting her legal career in greater Phoenix and Scottsdale, Arizona. Herself the child of an extremely high conflict divorce, Erika has personally experienced the toll a divorce takes on a family, especially the turmoil experienced by children. It was in the aftermath of her own experience that she realized her desire to become an Arizona divorce lawyer in order to provide families the care they need and deserve while navigating through this process.. Erika is both diligent and committed to the family law practice. She is a passionate ally who is dedicated to solving your problems. It has always been a goal of hers to provide more than just legal advice. Erika believes that family should always come first. It is for this reason that she focuses on the issues that are most important to her clients and their loved ones.. Erika’s compassion for each client’s legal and emotional challenges is genuine. Nothing is lost on her. But as an experienced litigator, she never lets the emotional aspects of the case overtake her good legal sense and judgment. Erika’s goal is to craft creative solutions that might not otherwise be available through litigation. However, when negotiation and settlement prove unsuccessful, she is a skilled litigator who will advocate for you and your family.. Families in Scottsdale and the Phoenix area who are in need of an Arizona Family Law Attorney to help them through the legal process of divorce and who wish to experience the empathy of an attorney who understands the process firsthand should contact Erika for a consultation today.

Douglas came from New Jersey in 1978 to attend Arizona State University.  Since being admitted to the Arizona State Bar in 1987, Douglas has focused his practice on creditor’s rights, real estate, business/corporate law, civil rights and probate.  During his free time he enjoys spending time with his family, bicycling, and traveling.

Dana Michaels has a deep compassion for her clients as a family law attorney. She graduated with honors, Law Review, from Pace University School of Law in 1990. Her civil litigation experience, coupled with her desire to help families through the divorce process makes her a strong advocate. Dana is admitted to practice law in Arizona (2015), New York (1991) and Connecticut (1990). She is a member of the Arizona State Bar Association and the Arizona Women Lawyers Association. She volunteers at both My Sister’s Place and the Phoenix Rescue Mission. Her passion within the practice focuses on children and making sure their best interests are represented.

Bryce Johnson is a founding member and lead attorney at State 48 Law. He is a confident, composed attorney dedicated to his clients working tirelessly to help them achieve the best results for their future and their family. Bryce is known for his strong communication skills, his ability to think through difficult situations, and his creative strategies backed by a clear game plan on how to move forward. The firm jokingly calls him the Pilgrim because he settles. Using creative solutions and keeping his client’s best interests protected, Bryce is resolution focused.. Before relocating to the Arizona desert for law school, Bryce was born and raised in Illinois. He attended Illinois State University for his undergraduate degree. Coming from a family of teachers, Bryce graduated summa cum laude with his Bachelor of Science in Middle Level Education. His background and interest in education gives Bryce a unique approach to keeping your child’s best interests in mind throughout your family law matter.. Bryce is an avid professional sports fan and enjoys staying active in organized recreational sports leagues in the Valley. His competitive nature on the sports field translates to the office and Courtroom where he aims to out work, out prepare, and ultimately out litigate other family law attorneys to bring his clients the results they want.

As a Board-Certified Specialist in Family Law, Taylor has the extensive knowledge and experience necessary to navigate complex divorce and custody cases. Taylor’s clients appreciate his calm demeanor, rational approach, and honest advice. Taylor’s goal in every case is to provide clarity and reassurance so that his clients can make the best possible decision for their children and their finances. When settlement isn’t possible, he takes a meticulous, logical approach to litigation to achieve the best possible result at trial.. Taylor graduated from the University of Arizona College of Law in 2012 with a strong background in legal writing. As a law student, he was selected as a write-on candidate for the Arizona Law Review and later served as its Online Editor. Taylor was also selected as a Senior Writing Fellow for the Legal Writing Program, where he mentored first-year law students in the art of legal writing.. Shortly after graduating law school, Taylor opened his own solo family law practice. Taylor managed his own practice until 2017 when he joined the business law firm Smith Saks Kuzmich (now Guidant Law). While still practicing family law, he expanded his practice to include transactional business matters and estate planning. During his tenure there, he served as second-chair counsel on multimillion dollar business transactions and assisted with the drafting and review of dozens of operating agreements, commercial leases, and employment contracts. He also worked with the managing partner to serve as “outside counsel” to several small businesses, where he gained experience dealing with the wide variety of legal issues affecting small business owners.. From 2019 to 2021, Taylor served as a judge pro tempore with the Maricopa County Superior Court, conducting ADR settlement conferences and filling in for court commissioners for single-issue hearings and protective orders. Taylor is currently a Board Member for the Family Law Section of the Maricopa County Bar Association. From 2016 through 2019, Taylor served as the Chair of the Sole Practitioner and Small Firm Section (SPSF) of the State Bar of Arizona. Taylor is a Founding Member of the American Academy for Certified Financial Litigators.. In addition to family law, Taylor is also an experienced estate planning attorney and assists clients with preparing wills, trusts, powers of attorney and other estate planning instruments. Taylor’s breadth of knowledge in business law and estate planning gives him a competitive edge when these issues arise in complex divorce cases.

A seasoned prosecutor and trial attorney, Robyn Barrett’s tenacity when it comes to divorce and family law shows relentless ambition for justice and the satisfaction of her clients. Constantly keeping her pulse on the ever-evolving atmosphere surrounding her craft, Robyn’s skills in consulting, mediation and litigation are an astronomical asset to anyone who hires her as their attorney.. Carrying a deep love for dogs, her supportive nature yields for no species. She’s an advocate for sheltering, supporting and nurturing relationships among humans and animals alike.

Experienced Custody attorney serving clients in Scottsdale and surrounding areas.

Experienced Custody attorney serving clients in Scottsdale and surrounding areas.

Experienced Custody attorney serving clients in Scottsdale and surrounding areas.

Experienced Custody attorney serving clients in Scottsdale and surrounding areas.

Experienced Custody attorney serving clients in Scottsdale and surrounding areas.

Experienced Custody attorney serving clients in Scottsdale and surrounding areas.

Experienced Custody attorney serving clients in Scottsdale and surrounding areas.

Experienced Custody attorney serving clients in Scottsdale and surrounding areas.