Child Custody lawyers in Arizona Natalie M. to Sheri Shepard

Firm: Ceroni Law Firm, PLLC

20645 N. Pima Rd. , Scottsdale , Arizona 85255

Practice Areas: Motor Vehicle Accidents, Wrongful Death, Family, Family, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence

The Ceroni Law Firm offers a wide array of divorce and legal separation services. As a family-run practice, we are dedicated to ensuring that every detail of your case receives the care and dedication it deserves.  When it comes to your case, The Ceroni Law Firm recognizes the importance of crafting creative solutions to meet complex family dynamics while maintaining steadfast advocacy for its clients. During some of the most trying times in a client’s life, clients can take solace in knowing that they have an advocate, a listener and a firm who will defend what is right until results are obtained.. As a practice run by a husband and wife, The Ceroni Law Firm believes there is strength in family. Clients can rest assured that they have a team on their side, maximizing the quality of their representation. In the same regard, it is our goal to see our clients through their case, no matter their budget.. If you’re on the hunt for a family law attorney with an excellent work ethic, an emphasis on open communication and a thorough understanding of the legal system, look no further than the Ceroni Law Firm. From the initial consultation to the case’s eventual conclusion, our practice treats each client with utmost respect, serving both as a counselor and an advocate. Clients can take comfort in knowing that when they work with our firm their cases will be left in the best of hands.. On a personal note, I am a native Arizonan. After law school, my husband and I moved from New York to Arizona to be closer to my family. I have an undergraduate background in psychology, which helps me understand family dynamics, the art of negotiation and is useful in complicated family matters involving mental health concerns. I am passionate about my work and this field of law and I will work to secure justice and fairness for all of our clients.

Firm: Scottsdale Family Law, PLLC

10446 N 74th Street, Suite 230 , Scottsdale , Arizona 85258

Practice Areas: Family, Divorce, Criminal Defense, Child Custody, Litigation

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.

Firm: SM2 Legal, PLLC

9573 East Shea Blvd. , Scottsdale , Arizona 85260

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

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.

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: Thrush Law Group

4011 E. Broadway Blvd. Ste.101 , Tucson , Arizona 85711

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

Firm: Rowley Law Group

3707 East Southern Avenue, Suite 1103 , Mesa , Arizona 85206

Practice Areas: Juvenile, Divorce, Child Custody, Family, Child Support, Child Abuse

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Firm: Horne Slaton, PLLC

6720 N. Scottsdale Road , Scottsdale , Arizona 85253

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation

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: Ronald L. Kossack

40 W. Baseline Road, Suite #202 , Tempe , Arizona 85283

Practice Areas: Domestic Partnership, Family , Child Custody, Child Custody, Child Custody, Child Custody, Child Custody, Child Custody, Child Custody, Child Custody, Child Custody, Child Custody, Child Custody, Child Custody, Child Custody, Child Custody, Child Custody, Child Custody

I understand the emotional difficulties of divorce, separation and paternity actions.  I know that each case presents unique facts and deserves my full attention.  My varied background includes having been a radio and television journalist and former business owner. I know my way around the court system and am an efficient litigator and advocate but do my best to settle cases whenever possible.

Firm: Gillespie, Shields & Taylor

1630 S Stapley Dr , Mesa , Arizona 85204

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Business, DUI & DWI, Juvenile, Violent Crime, Family, Alimony, Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence, Lawsuits & Disputes, Litigation, Expungement, Life Insurance

Just because you have been charged with a crime does not mean that you are guilty. The State has the Police and the Prosecutor’s Office on their side; you need a zealous advocate on yours. The State will bring all of its vast power to bear against those it accuses of a crime, so it is important to have an experienced professional to guide you through this nightmare. A criminal record will follow you for the rest of your life. It is vital that you do everything that you can to keep that record clean. It can affect your employment, schooling, even your personal relationships.. It is important to gather all the evidence that you possibly can, for the State will be doing exactly that. Even before you have to appear in court, steps can and should be taken to strengthen your case. Again, this is where having an experienced professional on your side will help immensely. I will work with you at every stage of your case. I will weigh every option and explore every potential solution to your legal troubles. Ultimately, you will make the final decisions, but I will do everything in my power to give you the best options to choose from.

Firm: Sheldon & Stoutner

11111 N. Scottsdale Rd. Suite 245 , Scottsdale , Arizona 85254

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

Every divorce, custody, or family dispute is challenging and emotional for the individuals involved. Through compassion and communication, Nicole’s personalized approach seeks to reduce her clients’ stress, while assisting in formulating her clients’ priorities and achieving her clients’ goals through settlement or litigation.. Nicole’s extensive experience as a family law gives her a unique and significant perspective that she applies to her practice, and to her work as a mediator and court-appointed parenting coordinator. Nicole believes in settlement as a potential vehicle to accomplish her clients’ goals. However, when negotiation and compromise are not viable, Nicole zealously protects and advocates for her clients in Court.. Even before becoming an attorney, Nicole’s strong desire to serve families and protect children was evident. Nicole worked as a case specialist for Child Protective Services (CPS) which is now the Department of Children’s Services (DCS) and for Sojourner Center (a domestic violence shelter) as an advocate.. Following a position managing the legal department of a local non-profit organization, Nicole practiced family law as an associate attorney and later a partner at three boutique family law firms in Phoenix  which handled complex divorce and custody cases. After working with Launi Jones-Sheldon for six years, Nicole and Launi continued their partnership and opened the law firm of Sheldon & Stoutner.. Nicole was honored to be appointed as a full-time judicial officer in the Maricopa County Superior Court in August of 2020 and served on the bench for a year before deciding to resume private practice. This experience, along with Nicole’s position as a divorce and paternity mediator for the Maricopa County Superior Court, provide her with valuable experience and insight about the workings of the court and judges’ decision-making processes.. Over the years, Nicole has received numerous awards and recognition related to her work as a family law attorney. She was invited to teach a course on family law as a an adjunct law professor at a local law school. On a regular basis, Nicole authors articles and presents Continuing Legal Education seminars through and for the Arizona State Bar, the Maricopa County Bar, the Arizona Chapter of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts and the Arizona Supreme Court Committee on the Impact of Domestic Violence. Topics include family law trial techniques and advocacy, current case law, mental health issues in the family court, autism and the family court, serving minority clients, orders of protection, multi-jurisdictional custody and support issues, and cultural competency.. Nicole is appointed to serve as a judge pro tem for the Maricopa County Superior Court and conducts Alternative Dispute Resolution Conferences, as well as private mediations. She is a trained Parenting Coordinator and appears on the Maricopa County Superior Court Mental Health Roster.. In her spare time, Nicole enjoys reading, skiing, travel, sporting events, and most importantly spending time with her family.. Nicole speaks both Spanish and Italian.

Firm: Campo Law Firm, PLC

4815 E. Carefree Hwy., Ste. 108-498 , Cave Creek , Arizona 85331

Practice Areas: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Debt Collection, Credit Repair, Debt Settlement, Contracts & Agreements, Corporate & Incorporation, Estate Planning, Power Of Attorney, Probate, Family, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation, Marriage & Prenuptials, General Practice, Landlord & Tenant

Firm: Petersen Law Firm PLLC

485 S. Main Ave., Bldg 3 , Tucson , Arizona 85701

Practice Areas: Divorce, Family, Child Custody, Alimony, Child Support, Uncontested Divorce, Prenuptials, Domestic Violence, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation

Born and raised in El Centro, California, Riisa Petersen has dedicated her career to protecting the rights of her fellow Arizonans. The Justice System can be difficult to navigate alone, and after nearly a decade practicing law Riisa has built a reputation based on experience, determination, grit and an unwavering dedication to YOU, her client.. Riisa attended law school at Tucson's own James E. Rogers College of Law at the University of Arizona. After graduation, she was immediately hired as a prosecutor in the Pima County Attorney's office, where she specialized in DUI and domestic abuse prosections. It was there that Riisa learned the "prosecutor's playbook.". In time, Riisa decided that her true desire was to defend the accused. She took her knowledge of the "prosecutor's playbook" and was immediately hired into a prominent Tucson firm in the private sector. For the last seven years, she has been working to defend the accused using her firsthand knowledge of prosecutorial tactics. Riisa knows what moves the prosecutor will make against you, making her better able to defend you against them. In addition to criminal defense, Riisa successfully built and managed the Family Law and Domestic Relations wing of the firm in which she became second in command. It would continue to thrive throughout her tenure.. Today, Riisa operates her own practice based on the respect, experience and reputation that she has earned in Tucson's legal community. Her philosophy is simple: YOU are her priority. Your defense is her duty and your right. When you retain the Petersen Law Firm, you won't end up with a nameless first year attorney. You get Riisa, every time.. Don't gamble your future on an "associate" attorney. Experience matters. As a successful trial attorney and litigator with firsthand knowledge on both sides of the criminal system and unparalleled leadership experience in family law, nobody is better prepared to defend your rights and fight for you and your family.

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: 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: The Marquis Law Firm

18801 N. Thompson Peak Pkwy , Scottsdale , Arizona 85255

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

I am a family law attorney practicing in Scottsdale, Arizona and the surrounding areas. I began my legal career as an Assistant Attorney General at the Arizona Attorney General's Office. In this capacity, I provided representation to the Department of Economic Security, Division of Child Support Enforcement, and appeared in several hundred child support related court hearings.. Upon resigning from the Attorney General's Office, I started my own family law practice in Scottsdale, Arizona.  In 2012, I partnered with Ronee Korbin Steiner to form Korbin Steiner & Marquis.  In 2015, Ms. Korbin-Steiner was appointed to the Maricopa County Superior Court bench, and I maintained my practice in family law. Areas that I have experience in include: dissolution of marriage, legal separation, child support, paternity, parenting time, legal decision-making (formerly "custody"), spousal maintenance, modifications and enforcement of existing orders, relocation, orders of protection, and injunctions against harassment.. On a personal note, I am the mother of six children ranging in age from 2-15. I am a football fanatic and I love to travel, read and spend time with my wonderful husband. I also believe in the importance of giving my time to those who are less fortunate.

Firm: Burggraff Tash Levy PLC

8980 E. Raintree Drive , Scottsdale , Arizona 85260

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

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

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: Owens & Perkins

7322 E Thomas Road , Scottsdale , Arizona 85251

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

Patricia “Trish” Lenzner is a compassionate advocate representing clients in all aspects of family law: divorce, legal separation, paternity (establishment and modifications), third party rights, post Decree modifications, enforcement and contempt.. Trish works hard for her clients from the initial meeting to the final settlement or trial. She is detail oriented and focuses on obtaining the best results, based on the law and each client’s particular facts.. Trish made the decision to become an attorney later in life because she wanted to help people through what is the most traumatic and devastating event in their lives. She wants to help families recover, so they can move on. Trish said: “Helping families has been one of the most satisfying undertakings of my life.”. When not in the office or the courtroom, Trish is hiking one of the many trail systems in the Valley, volunteering at an elementary school, or catching up with old friends.. Education:. Community Involvement:

Firm: Udall Shumway PLC

1138 North Alma School Road , Mesa , Arizona 85201

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

Sheri Shepard is an equity partner at Udall Shumway, PLC.  Ms. Shepard has represented clients exclusively in the area of family law for over 15 years. Ms. Shepard's priority is to help her clients obtain their specific goals. Ms. Shepard effectively advocates equally for both her male clients and her female clients. Representation of a client's specific needs vary whether they need an attorney to represent them through an amicable divorce process or whether the client requires a very assertive approach to the representation.  Ms. Shepard understands the importance of recognizing the client's wishes and goals. Ms. Shepard represents clients in a variety of family law situations such as simple and complex divorce situations and has experience handling issues surrounding simple assets cases as well as complex assets, business valuation issues, spousal maintenance as well as complex custody cases that may require custody evaluations or a more head-on approach when dealing with issues related to domestic violence, or drug and alcohol abuse. Ms. Shepard represents clients in divorce, paternity and custody situations, parenting time, grandparent rights as well as a variety of other types of family law cases. Ms. Shepard's degree psychology has been invaluable in understanding the emotional difficulties experience during their case.. Ms. Shepard is an experienced litigator and also understands the importance to families in resolving cases through settlement efforts such as mediation, settlement conferences and other avenues. Ms. Shepard is a member of the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Arizona, and a member of the Maricopa County Bar Association.