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Aaron T. Blase is a Board-Certified Family Law Specialist with the State Bar of Arizona, has been practicing law for 30+ years, and has earned a reputation for providing diligent, honest and dedicated legal services to those living in Scottsdale, Phoenix, and surrounding Maricopa County. He dedicates his practice solely to the area of family law. Divorce and legal separation, legal decision-making and parenting issues, complex asset division, spousal maintenance, and paternity are a few of the areas he covers in his practice. Aaron is trained in collaborative divorce, and mediation.  Aaron has been recognized by his peers for his outstanding work and commitment to the spirit of the legal profession. That respect has resulted in his receiving an "AV Preeminent" peer review rating through Martindale-Hubbell, being selected as a Southwest SuperLawyer, and receiving a 10.0 "Superb" review rating through AVVO. His knowledge of the law, professional work ethic, and caring attitude for his clients allows him to stand out among other attorneys in the field. Aaron is an active member of the Family Law section of the State Bar of Arizona, the Maricopa County Bar Association, the Scottsdale Bar Association, and the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts.. Before becoming a Certified Specialist in Family Law, Aaron served as Senior Assistant County Counselor for the Sedgwick County, Kansas Counselor's Office where he provided legal advice and representation to elected and appointed officials, defending the County's interests, and prosecuting violations of all County resolutions in the County Court.  Prior to that, Aaron maintained a general law practice with his father in Wichita, Kansas.. When he isn't practicing law and spending time with his family, Aaron loves to participate in sports. He was on the All-City soccer team in high school, was a 4-year letterman on the varsity soccer team in college (including All-Conference and All-District recognition), and spent many years volunteering as a youth soccer coach. He also loves pickleball, racquetball, skiing, and hiking - especially in Colorado, where he loves to go during the summer.. You won't find anyone better prepared for court hearings, and one of the special skills he brings to the table as a family lawyer is exceptional writing ability.  Aaron won two Top Paper awards while in law school -- the best in his class.. Aaron grew up in Kansas and graduated from Friends University in Wichita, where he was a 4-year President's Scholar.  He received his degree in Business Administration and History.  Aaron earned his J.D. degree from Washburn University School of Law in Topeka.  He then went on to get his LL.M. in Taxation from the University of Denver School of Law.  Aaron is admitted to practice in three states -- Arizona, Colorado, and Kansas.

Attorney McCall is a skilled family law attorney dedicated to protecting her clients' rights, interests and well-being. She approaches each case with boldness, directness and positive aggression. She does not shy away from challenges. She is fully invested in every case she takes and she handles all aspects of the legal process personally. She does not delegate the fine tuning required for the successful litigation of a case to paralegals or assistants. She is hands on. She communicates effectively and transparently throughout the process and provides clear and honest advice. Whether it is through negotiation, mediation or litigation, she works directly with her clients to reach a just, fair resolution.. Attorney McCall has been licensed to practice law for nearly 35 years, and her experience and wisdom are valuable assets . She has seen the legal system evolve and change over the years and knows how to adapt and strategize accordingly. She gained valuable experience and insight from working with a variety of judges, each with their own personality and style, and she has learned how to adapt to different expectations and preferences. This skill allows Attorney McCall to build rapport, credibility, and trust with the court. She also knows her way around the courtroom. She has handled a wide range of cases, including civil litigation, criminal defense, government contracts and family law. From 1997 to 2023, her law firm held the honor of being associated in an Of Counsel position with the renowned law firms of Michael D. Kimerer handling the family law matters. Thus, she has extensive experience in handling family law matters involving business valuations, child custody, child support, divorce, paternity, prenuptial agreement, property division, post-decree matters, spousal support, and other family law issues. Attorney McCall is confident in her abilities as a lawyer.

Hi, I'm attorney Alan Cochran of Hildebrand Law, P.C., Located at 4900 North Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, Arizona. My firm's primary focus is in the areas of We practice divorce, legal separation, paternity, child custody, restraining orders, estate planning, wills and trusts, durable powers of attorney, and living wills. You can reach me and other Hildebrand Law P.C. attorneys at .

My family law career began in 2009 at a well known family law firm in the Los Angeles practiced there for three years before moving to Arizona in 2013. After working at several highly regarded family law firms in Scottsdale, I established my own family law practice, Baskind Family Law, in 2020. My practice focuses on dissolution of marriage (divorce), legal separation, child support, paternity (unmarried parents), legal decision-making/parenting time (formerly "custody"), spousal maintenance, modifications, enforcement of existing orders, and relocations.. Personally, I enjoy domestic and international travel, fitness, and spending time with my family.

Randi Burggraff conducts consultations, mediations, trial work and appears on behalf of clients at various court proceedings. Randi works efficiently with clients to ensure that they are receiving the best legal representation. Randi enjoys interacting with clients with their difficult family law needs. Randi understands the sensitive nature clients face with their family law issues and has great patience and experience to help them.. Randi is originally from Gillette, Wyoming. She graduated Arizona State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and a Minor in Family and Children Services. Randi attended law School at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, Illinois. While studying at SIU, she had externships at the Jackson County Public Defender's Office, Williamson County State's Attorney's Office, served as a Court Appointed Special Advocate and worked in family law.. Admitted: 2014, ArizonaLaw School: Southern Illinois University School of Law, J.D., 2013Undergraduate: Arizona State University, B.A. in Psychology with a Minor in Family and Children Services, 2011

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.

I am a married father of six children in a "blended" family.  This life experience gives me an unique ability to better understand my clients' various challenges.  When I am not practicing law, or shuffling children to various activities, I try to play hockey at least once per week.

Attorney Stephanie Willison’s criminal, family and estate planning practice focus on helping families enhance their lives today and secure their futures tomorrow. She excels in guiding her clients through the often confusing maze of financial and legal decisions to create plans for divorce, custody, criminal resolutions and estate planning that ensure the well-being of their families and the accomplishment of cherished family goals. Her legal expertise includes family protection, wealth preservation, and values-based planning, as well as planning strategies for unmarried couples and divorced individuals. Whether you are married or single, with a traditional family or a blended one, just starting out or looking back on a life well-lived, Stephanie will help you to craft a plan that achieves your goals for your loved ones today and for years to come.. Stephanie graduated from the James E. Rogers College of Law at the University of Arizona in 2003, and previously graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Science degree in Communication. She worked as a long-time prosecutor for both Maricopa County and Yavapai County, with work particularly focused on crimes against children. This experience taught her the value of strong families, and the uncertain nature of life.. After many years in practice, Stephanie struck out on her own forming Willison Law, PC, a Prescott-based firm just across from historic Court House Square where her practice focuses on families. It is her mission to be there for families, whether they are in crisis, or whether they are planning for their futures. Stephanie has chosen to concentrate on the trusts and estates area because she is passionate about helping families create happy and secure futures.. Most importantly, Stephanie is married to the love of her life, Brian, and they are the proud parents of two great kids.