Top Child Custody Lawyers in Phoenix | 31 available

Firm: Lincoln & Wenk, PLLC

20830 N. Tatum Blvd. , Phoenix , Arizona 85050

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Alimony, Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support

I grew up in a military family and, like most, was stationed at various bases throughout the country and overseas before finally settling in Arizona.  I stayed close to home and attended the University of Arizona for my undergraduate studies, before venturing out to California for law school, where I graduated from the University of San Diego School of Law in 2003. Shortly thereafter, I moved back to Arizona, and began my legal career and gained valuable courtroom experience as a juvenile public defender.. In 2010 I transitioned into private practice, and since then I've focused my practice almost exclusively on family law, divorce and child custody issues.  I like to think I bring a reasoned and compassionate approach to my cases, and understand the emotional stress often involved in family matters. With over a decade of combined experience as a litigator, I'm also well equipped to handle contentious disputes when necessary. When I'm not in the office, I enjoy spending time with my family, running and hiking.  I'm also an avid sports fan – especially when it comes to my favorite teams, the San Francisco 49ers, San Francisco Giants, San Antonio Spurs, and the University of Arizona football and basketball teams (“Bear Down”). When time allows, I also try to give back to the community by volunteering my time with Wills for Heroes and the Family Law Assistance Program.

Firm: The Cavanagh Law Firm

1850 N. Central Avenue, Suite 1900 , Phoenix , Arizona 85004

Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation

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.

Firm: Jaburg & Wilk PC

1850 N. Central Avenue , Phoenix , Arizona 85004

Practice Areas: Family, Alimony, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation

Philomena “Mena” focuses her practice in family law. She assists clients with divorces, child custody issues, and post-modification matters. Prior to joining Jaburg Wilk, she practiced family law at another Phoenix law firm. While in law school she was a research assistant to Professor Linda Demaine and was a legal extern for Office of General Counsel, Arizona State University.

Firm: Rebecca L. Owen, PLLC

301 E. Bethany Home Road , Phoenix , Arizona 85012

Practice Areas: Child Custody

Becky has been licensed to practice law in Arizona since 1997.  Prior to attending law school Becky was active duty with the United States Air Force stationed in Texas, New Mexico, Turkey, England and California.  Becky has a blended family with three children and loves hiking, fishing, kayaking and most other outdoor activities.

Firm: R.J. Peters & Assoc., P.C.

1422 North 2nd Street Suite 100 , Phoenix , Arizona 85004

Practice Areas: Adoption, Arbitration & Mediation, Child Support, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody, Marriage & Prenuptials

We Fight for You.  We Protect your Interests.. Any legal matter that involves you and your family is important. Because no two families are alike, you need a lawyer who will take the time to get to know you, who will represent you from start to finish, and who will fight for you and what is important to you. At the R. J. Peters & Associates law firm in Phoenix, Arizona, you will find family law attorneys who are always on your side.. Rich J. Peters

Firm: Claridge Law Group

7702 E. Doubletree Ranch Rd , Phoenix , Arizona 85258

Practice Areas: Family, Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support, Alimony

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.

Firm: Arizona Family Law Attorneys

2727 North 3rd Street , Phoenix , Arizona 85004

Practice Areas: Child Custody

Shawnna was born and raised in Idaho, where she learned the importance of hard work. She was first exposed to the opportunities and diversity Arizona has to offer while attending Arizona State University, graduating from the Barrett Honors College and earning a B.S. in Marketing. After graduation, she attended Seattle University School of Law. Shawnna honed her own research skills in law school, and she taught them to others while working at the law library and for Westlaw. She interned at Koenig and Associates.. Shawnna began her professional legal career in 2006, moving to Montana to help the local business community as an associate at Bjornson Law Offices. As her career developed, she had an opportunity to move to Phoenix in 2007.. In 2010, Shawnna founded her own law firm and has limited her practice exclusively to family law. She is passionate about helping families move through the legal process while aiming to minimize the level of distress they experience.. With every case, her goal is to assist each family in reaching a settlement, when possible, and to guide her clients through litigation when necessary. At Arizona Family Law Attorneys, she also works to make the adoption process as easy as possible for adoptive families and to ensure that birth parents understand the process while supporting the selfless choice they make to place their child for adoption.. She is a member of the State Bar of Arizona, the Executive Committee of the Juvenile Law Division, and the Maricopa County Bar Association. Shawnna was named Attorney of the Year for the East Valley for 2010-2011 by the Family Lawyers Assistance Project, and she was recognized by the Arizona Foundation for Legal Services and Education as one of the top pro bono attorneys in all of Arizona.. Particularly drawn to the challenges faced by kids in Arizona, Shawnna volunteers frequently with Community Legal Services, foster children, and the Family Lawyers Assistance Project.. In her free time, Shawnna enjoys spending time with her family. She also enjoys cooking and craft projects, especially knitting.

Firm: McLeester Law

1300 E. Missouri Ave. , Phoenix , Arizona 85014

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody, Uncontested Divorce

Stephanie graduated from Southeast Missouri State University with an undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice. After a former judge turned professor convinced her to pursue law school over law enforcement, Stephanie moved to Phoenix to establish herself in the Grand Canyon State. Stephanie went on to graduate from Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University with a Sports Law and Business emphasis.. Following her passion, directly out of law school Stephanie began working in family law. There is a unique skill required of family law attorneys in that they must blend the sympathy and emotion of family law with the practice of the law, which is centered in logic. After developing and growing another family law firm in Phoenix, she finally opened her in own firm in 2024.. Stephanie’s focus is providing dedicated, compassionate, and high-quality representation for clients facing one of the most difficult endeavors in their lives. Stephanie’s go to line is: “it’s probably not the best day if you are contacting me” but she strives to secure the best possible outcome and ease the stress of a family law matter.. She has ample experience in high net worth divorces, high conflict child custody cases, facilitating settlements, litigating and fighting in trial, and finding creative solutions to difficult problems.. In her free time, Stephanie enjoys coaching adult men’s baseball, weightlifting, and traveling the world.

Firm: Steven E. Sufrin

4050 East Greenway Road , Phoenix , Arizona 85032

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody, Child Support

Steven E. Sufrin, Attorney at Law, has been advocating for clients in Phoenix since 1989, focusing on divorce and family law. Over the years, he has built a solid reputation for his deep legal knowledge and commitment to client welfare. Steven leverages his extensive experience to navigate the intricacies of family law, ensuring that each client receives the personalized attention and strategic guidance they deserve. Known for his empathetic approach and professional demeanor, he strives to facilitate positive resolutions while minimizing conflict. Through his dedication and unique skills, Steven has become a respected figure in the legal community, consistently delivering results that meet his clients' needs.

Firm: Rose & Associates, PLLC

3420 E. Shea Blvd. Suite 200 , Phoenix , Arizona 85028

Practice Areas: Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support, Alimony, Bankruptcy, Guardianship, Probate, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Bankruptcy & Debt, Guardianship, Probate, Alimony, Child Custody, Child Support

Timothy Rose founded Rose & Associates for one reason: to redefine the legal experience for his clients. Mr. Rose handles all types of family law cases including those involving children. Mr. Rose became a single dad in 2008 and had to seek his own legal counsel to protect his rights as a parent. He learned quickly how stressful and costly litigation can be. His steadfast belief that everyone should have a right to have meaningful roles in their children’s lives and everyone should preserve their rights in divorce led him to start Rose & Associates with a focus on family law.. “When the case involves children, I tell every client during the initial intake that the goal at the conclusion of the case is for the client to place the parenting plan on the top shelf of their closet and never have to look at it again”.. Mr. Rose always prefers reasonableness over litigation, and in a perfect world all cases would settle outside of court. No one wants a court dividing their pots and pans or making decisions about their parenting time with their children. When expert testimony is required, Mr. Rose will utilize experts he has develop relationships with in the legal community. As a result of his professionalism, reasonableness, and thoroughness at trial, Mr. Rose has received the appreciation from his clients by referring Rose & Associates to their friends and family and Mr. Rose routinely receives referrals from colleagues in the valley.. Mr. Rose found his clients had additional needs after the firm’s representation in family court was over. To serve his clients he has expanded the firm’s practice areas to include guardianships and conservatorships, juvenile dependency and bankruptcy with a continued focus on domestic relations.

Firm: Burch & Cracchiolo, P.A.

702 East Osborn, Suite 200 , Phoenix , Arizona 85014

Practice Areas: Litigation, Business, Family, Alimony, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation, Personal Injury, Construction & Development, Lawsuits & Disputes, Life Insurance

Tonya MacBeth represents her clients with a keen focus on the client's goals.  Her action-plan style allows her to efficiently assess the legal dispute, counsel the client as to thier options and endeavor to acheive the desired outcome.. Arizona is Tonya's home state.  She graduated from the University of Arizona in 1991 and the Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law in 2005.  She was a Pedrick Scholar and recieved the International Academy of Trial Lawyers Award and the Pro Bono Service Award.  During Law School, she competed in the American Bar Association's "Representation in Mediation Competition" taking second at Nationals in New York City, and first in the Western Regional Finals (twice).  Tonya was also the Client Counseling Competition winner and actively participate in the ASU Trial Advocacy Team.  While a student attorney in the Civil Justice Clinic, she had the privilege of successfully representing her client at the Arizona Court of Appeals.. Prior to law school, Tonya was a small business owner and had a career in mental health services. She started as a direct service provider then led as an advocate for Arizona's Seriously Mentall Ill population.  Her company was contracted with the Arizona Department of Health Services to investigate allegations of physical abuse, sexual abuse and mortalities within the mental health system, and provide advocacy services.  This experience taught Tonya the art of advocating for people who are facing serious personal challenges by getting to the root of the issue, defining the appropriate solution, and advocating to acheive the client's goals.  This technique of acknowledging the conflict--whether its a business or interpersonal dispute--and developing a rational approach to attaining the desired outcome still holds true today in all areas of her practice.. Tonya is authorized to practice law in Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, and the U.S. District Courts for the District of Arizona and District of New Mexico.  She is a litigator.  Her practice areas include Family Law (Premarital, Divorce, post-decree modifications, and parenting issues), Commercial Litigation, and Construction Defect Defense.. Tonya is active in the Thurgood Marshall Inn of Court.  An organization dedicated to improving the skills, professionalism and ethics of the legal profession.  She is also a member of the Maricopa County Bar Association and the Arizona, New Mexico and Nevada State Bar Associations.  Tonya continues her support of the Arizona community through memberships in various organizations and as Vice-Chair of the advisory board to CHEEERS, a consumer run mental health recovery and rehabilitation center.  In addition to being a lawyer, she is also a wife and mother.