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I am a family law attorney practicing in the East Valley since 1989. I am dedicated to assisting my clients and helping them through this difficult time in their life. It is my goal to take the burden and stress associated with family law matters off my clients so that they can begin the process of rebuilding their lives. I do not believe in game playing or needlessly increasing attorney's fees. I strive to resolve every case without court intervention if settlement is fair and appropriate given the risks of a judge making the decisions. However, if settlement proposals are not what I believe to be fair, I have no problem litigating matters and try to make this process as painless for my client's as possible. I keep my client's informed every step of the way and do my best to obtain the best possible outcome for each and every client.

Hello, I’m glad we have found each other. My name is Michael Alvarez and I look forward to helping you and your family through this difficult time in your lives. First things first, you will get through it and I will be there to help you along the way.. Now a little bit about myself. I was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. I attended Arizona State University for my undergraduate and law school education. I am an attorney practicing in the areas of family and juvenile law throughout all of Arizona. I represent persons and families in a variety of different legal matters including dissolution of marriage (fancy term for divorce), legal separation, child support, paternity (establishing parental rights), parenting time (where the child/children will live on a day-day or week/week schedule), legal decision-making (which parent gets to make major life decisions for the child, mainly educational and non-emergency medical decisions), spousal maintenance (aka alimony), modifications and enforcement of existing orders, relocation, orders of protection, injunctions against harassment, Department of Child Safety (DCS) cases, dependency, termination of parental rights, guardianship, and adoption.. I’m currently happily stationed at Barreda Law, PLLC as a Partner with an amazing team of attorneys and paralegals. Prior to my current position I worked in one of Arizona’s largest family law firms in Downtown Phoenix. In this role I represented hundreds of Clients in over 9 counties in Arizona. Prior to entering private practice, I was an Assistant Attorney General with the Arizona Attorney General’s Office, where I represented the Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) in dependency, guardianship, severance, and adoption matters. While with that office, I appeared in several hundred court hearings, including trials, evidentiary hearings, and mediations. As a result of these diverse experiences, I have extensive in court experience as well as settlement and mediation skills.. I look forward to speaking with you soon.

I studied as an undergraduate at Arizona State University, where I earned a Bachelor of Science in Justice Studies and graduated with honors.  I have always believed in the importance of advocating for others, and decided to pursue a law degree in order to make a career out of that passion.  I received my law degree from the Sandra Day O’Conner College of Law at Arizona State University, where I was named a Pedrick Scholar for her academic achievement.. During law school, I developed a passion for family law on both a personal and professional level.  I am currently a practicing family law attorney, and handle a variety of legal issues, including divorce, child custody (legal decision-making), parenting time, child support, spousal maintenance, severance and adoption, and post-decree modification and enforcement.  I understands the emotional and sensitive nature of family law issues, and believe in the importance of having an understanding, trustworthy and approachable relationship with each client.. Prior to joining Wilson-Goodman Law Group, I worked with the Arizona Justice Project, where I worked as an advocate for inmates filing for post-conviction relief, based on wrongful convictions and manifest injustices.

Austin White, also known as Sundown, is the founder and lead attorney for the Law Office of Austin White, PLLC. Prior to becoming an attorney, he clerked for the Law Offices of David D. White while finishing his law degree and continued at the firm as an attorney after graduation. Austin White has focused primarily on family law and has handled numerous complex divorces and custody cases.. Arizona divorce attorney, Austin White, is a skillful negotiator that prides himself in reaching favorable settlements for his clients in lieu of expensive litigation. Austin White focuses on providing personal service and nurturing an optimal attorney-client relationship. He will take the time to carefully explain the law, your options, and likelihood of success, as well as providing a cost benefit analysis.. Austin White earned a B.S. in both Business Management and Marketing from the Arizona State University, W.P. Carey School of Business, graduating summa cum laude. He then went on to receive his Juris Doctorate from Arizona State University, Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law. He is a member of the Arizona Bar and State Bar of Arizona Family Law Section. In his spare time, Austin is highly involved in athletic activities and he is a health and fitness enthusiast.

Bonnie attended Arizona State University (ASU) and obtained her Bachelor’s degree in social work in 1999. While completing her Master’s degree, also at ASU, Bonnie worked in child welfare settings and in mental health. She earned her Master’s degree in social work in 2001. She also earned a certificate of specialization in child welfare which involved comprehensive classes involving social conditions such as substance abuse, domestic violence, sexual abuse and mental health. Bonnie began working in social work in Arizona and that continued until she graduated from Law School at n 2012.. Bonnie was admitted to the State of Bar of Arizona in April 2013. She has been practicing since that time in Juvenile law at the Attorney General’s Office with some crossover experience with probate, criminal, mental health, and family law. She also has unique experience in crossover juvenile delinquency and dependency cases, including the STRENGTH court which focuses on victims of sex trafficking. Bonnie has successfully litigated hundreds of contested hearings and trials. She has been involved in the most complicated and high-profile cases, including those that involve selecting, examining and cross-examining or impeachment of experts. Bonnie litigated two cases that have become Arizona Supreme Court precedent. Bonnie has also been responsible for training and mentoring other attorneys for several years.. Bonnie has been very highly regarded and respected in child welfare after having worked in it for over 20 years. Bonnie is known to staunchly advocate for her clients and to defend or assert their rights without fail. She is effective in communicating with clients, opposing counsel, and the courts. Bonnie has an uncanny ability to think outside the box and to think critically to formulate solutions that are reasonable and workable for all involved. Bonnie has superior knowledge of the workings of the Department of Child Safety policies and procedures, and holds them to those. She knows how to access resources and put a client’s best case forward, highlighting their important efforts. Bonnie also has extensive knowledge of kinship care issues and the foster licensing process, as Bonnie has been a licensed placement herself. Bonnie never gives less than 110 percent in anything she does and she will do the same for every client she has.. On a personal note, Bonnie has two siblings and 9 nieces and nephews. In addition, Bonnie is the god-mother to 7 children. Bonnie enjoys painting, music, and everything Disney.

Alyssa N. Oubre, Esq. earned her Juris Doctor from Washburn University School of Law, her Bachelor of Science Degree in Legal Studies from Bellevue University, and her Paralegal Certificate from the University of California at Irvine. During law school, Ms. Oubre achieved high academic honors, including Dean’s Honors and the CALI Excellence for the Future Award for the top grade in Constitutional Law and Collaborative Law. While attending law school, Ms. Oubre interned in the school’s Family Law Clinic, where she earned the prestigious Irvine E. Ungerman Award for Excellence in Clinical Practice. In 2020, 2021, and 2022 Ms. Oubre was awarded the "Top 10 Under 40" in Arizona honor by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys. Ms. Oubre is currently an associate with the Law Offices of Kevin Jensen in Mesa, Arizona where she focuses primarily on family law matters.

Mr. Luccitti has been practicing law for 24 years.  After practicing law in New York for over a dozen years, he and his wife and three children followed the sun to Arizona where he now exclusively practices.  In his free time, Mr. Luccitti enjoys spending time with his family outdoors.

Mallory Beaton Earley certainly knows her way around Birmingham, Alabama. After growing up in the Magic City, Mrs. Earley graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in History and Psychology from Samford University. Following her undergraduate studies, she completed her legal education by graduating from Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law.. Mrs. Earley has devoted her legal career to representing individuals who are facing legal issues which impact the family, including divorce, child custody, and child support. Mrs. Earley is a tenacious advocate for her client’s interests, with an unyielding work ethic to place her clients in the best possible position to obtain a favorable outcome on their legal matter.. Mrs. Earley has received focused training in the area of Family Law through the American Bar Association at the National Institute of Trial Advocacy. She has also been selected and appeared as a Featured Attorney in the area of Family Law for WBRC Fox 6’s weekly call-in television show, LawCall.

Melinda Silk graduated from the University of Utah College of Law (S.J. Quinney College of Law) in 1997 with a Juris Doctorate.  While in law school, Melinda clerked for the U.S. Attorney's Office in Salt Lake City, Utah.  Upon graduation, Melinda moved to Lake Havasu City, Arizona working in Indian Gaming before moving to the Legal Defenders Office as a Legal Defender.  Melinda was recruited by Wachtel, Biehn & Malm and worked for the firm for a year before opening her own office in 2005.. California State University Dominguez Hills B.A. with Honors.University of Utah College of Law, Juris Doctorate  William O. Leary Scholar.Law Clerk at United States Attorney's Office in Salt Lake City, Utah.Mohave County Legal Defenders Office, Kingman, ArizonaWachtel, Biehn & Malm, Lake Havasu City, ArizonaSilk Law Office, Lake Havasu City, Arizona.Articles;"The Potential of Pro Bono"  LF Smith - UMKC L. Rev., 2003

I have a pragmatic and realistic approach toward law the practice of law.  Too often the law is used as a weapon and not as a tool.  I strongly believe that people can come through a divorce without having to have rolled in the mud. I earnestly seek to help the parties cooperate to achieve a better outcome than they would have otherwise have achieved through conflict alone.  However, there are times that it becomes necessary to stand up for what is right.  My clients are no one’s doormats. I believe that Fathers and Mothers have a right to be treated with respect and that through everything the children should come first.. --. Jeffrey is dedicated to helping people in their time of need.  Jeffrey McCombs was born in Salt Lake City Utah.  Jeffrey attended the University of Utah and received degrees in:  Political Science with a Certificate in International Relations and Sociology with a Certificate in Criminology.  Jeffrey was on the Dean’s list and a member of several honor societies. Jeffrey received his law degree from the University of Kansas School of Law.  During law school Jeffrey was the recipient of the CALI Excellence for the Future Award for being the top student in alternative dispute resolution.  Jeffrey engaged in many activities including:  Moot Court Competition; Trial Advocacy Mock Trial and was the treasurer of the J. Reuben Clark Law Society.  Jeffrey was admitted to the Arizona bar in 2009.

Why do I practice family law? In short, because it matters. It matters to my clients to know that their attorney is dedicated to their cause, is a fierce advocate of their rights, is a skillful negotiator of their positions, a persuasive litigator of their case, and a seasoned practitioner of family law. It matters to my clients to know that their attorney “gets it;” not just the law, the issues, the judges, and opposing counsel, but understands them; that they are going through one of the most difficult and emotional turmoils in their life. It matters to my clients to know these things, and therefore, the effective practice of family law matters to me.. _______________________________. Education and Honors: Tim completed his undergraduate studies at Brigham Young University where he earned a B.A. in English in 1986. He pursued graduate studies at Utah State University where in 1992 he earned a M.A. in American Studies. Tim received his Juris Doctor from Capital University Law School in 2000, graduating with honors. In 2015, Tim was honored with the Client Distinction Award from – recognizing him as the top 1% of more than 900,000 attorneys in the U.S. Tim has also been appointed as Judge Pro Tempore for ADR Family Settlement Conferences.. Professional Activities and Experience: After relocating to Arizona in 2001, Tim opened his own law office practicing in the areas of family law, personal injury and criminal defense. In 2007, Tim became a senior family law associate with a mid-size Mesa law firm, where he practiced in both family law and bankruptcy. In 2010, Tim joined JacksonWhite where he exclusively practices family law. Tim is a member of the American Bar Association, the Maricopa County Bar Association Family Division, as well as the Arizona State Bar, Alternative Dispute Resolution and Family Law sections.. To learn more about our work, divorce or other family law issues, please visit our website Jackson White Law

While in law school, I indulged my life-long enthusiasm for sports while working for the Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance of the University of Toledo and with the NCAA clearinghouse to determine student-athlete eligibility.. <script type="text/javascript" src="http://www.avvo.com/assets/badges-v2.js">

At J. Welborn & Associates, our goal is be your family's attorney. Any legal problem that your family encounters from birth to death, we want to help you with. Adoptions, prenuptial agreements, post nuptial agreements, marriages, legal separations, divorces, custody and child support modifications, will and estates, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, speeding tickets, DUIs, car accidents, personal injury, and all other matters of legal issue, we want to be your family's law firm. We do our best to take care of your family's legal needs like they were our family's legal needs.. J. Welborn & Associates is a Selby County based law firm that practices in Shelby, Jefferson, St. Clair, Blount, Talladega, and Chilton counties, or where ever you need us to go in the State of Alabama. We want to be the one to serve you and your family's legal needs by offering our experience and expertise to help you in your time of need.          No representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.

Heather is an associate attorney at Modern Law. She is licensed to practice law in Arizona and the United States District Court and has litigated hundreds of cases in Maricopa and Pinal Counties. Since 2015, she has devoted her practice to family law, including divorces and legal separations, property and debt divisions, spousal maintenance/alimony, paternity and parentage, parenting time and legal decision-making authority (child custody), child support, grandparent and other third-party rights, and premarital agreements. She also handles select civil matters.. As a spirited litigator who also values settlement, Heather is passionate about ensuring that her clients’ long-term interests are served throughout the court process. She is assertive when pursuing her clients’ objectives, while encouraging problem-solving and positive outcomes that safeguard their children and reduce the financial strain of litigation.. Heather obtained her bachelor’s degrees in Political Science and International Studies from the University of South Florida in 2011. She obtained her law degree from the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University in 2014. Prior to joining Modern Law, she was an associate at Donaldson Stewart and at the ASU Alumni Law Group.. Heather was previously the secretary of the Arizona State Bar’s Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Council, and she has volunteered for one•n•ten and Fresh Start Women’s Foundation. Heather was selected for the Super Lawyers Southwest Rising Stars List in 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023.. Heather lives in Chandler. She is a native of Tampa, Florida, and has an insatiable appetite for coffee.

Melissa has lived in Mesa, Arizona for nearly 40 years. Prior to becoming a lawyer, Melissa was a paralegal for 14 years in Mesa and Phoenix.  She has extensive experience in civil litigation, particularly insurance defense, medical malpractice and personal injury.. During law school she was a law clerk at a Phoenix Law firm working in the areas of personal injury and commercial litigation.  She was also a legal extern at Legal Aid of Arizona working primarily in landlord/tenant disputes.. Melissa was a board member of Mesa Community Action Network from 1997 through 2006  of which she served two years as President.  Other volunteer activities include Past Board Member, Friends of the Mesa Public Library and Stepping Stones Mentoring Youth at Risk.  Melissa is an active member and serves on the Board of  Love of Christ Lutheran Church in Mesa.. Education: Phoenix School of Law, J.D. Ottawa University BA, Public Administration

Jon McAvoy joined JacksonWhite in 2014 and was promoted to a firm partner in 2020. He current serves as co-manager for the firm’s family law department. His practice focuses on divorce, legal separation, the division of community assets and debts, and child custody issues. Prior to joining the firm, Jon attended Brigham Young University, and received a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science with a minor in business. He also worked as a senior fiscal analyst for the Arizona State Legislature’s Joint Legislative Budget Committee and advised state legislators on budget related issues for the Arizona Judicial Branch, and various other state agencies. Jon received his Juris Doctorate from Case Western Reserve University School of Law and has over 10 years’ experience working as a family law attorney.