Scott D. Stewart
Phoenix, Arizona · United States
★ 5.0 (81reviews)
About
Scott D. Stewart is a family law attorney in Phoenix, AZ with 24 years of experience. Scott focuses on divorce and child custody cases.
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Fees & rates
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- $ 291-388 per hour
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Languages
English
Office location
202 E Earll Dr Ste 160, Phoenix, Arizona 85012-1276
Client reviews · ★ 5.0 (81)
Write a reviewPast results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Reviews reflect individual experiences and are not endorsements.
- ★★★★★Consult with Karl
anonymous ·
I have a lawyer already but I wasn't feeling confident in her, after having a consultation with Karl I felt a better understanding. In one hour he made me understand what my lawyer hasn't been able to make me understand in over a month. If I would have spoke with Karl first with out a doubt I would h ave chosen him to be my lawyer. If you want a lawyer who will explain and help you feel confident Karl can do that.
- ★★★★★Would hire again
anonymous · litigation ·
I hired her and I was very pleased with her work. She was very well prepared and aggressive towards the other party during trial.
- ★★★★★Child custody
anonymous · litigation ·
I have been with Melissa for now over almost 5 years. My case wasn’t just any case, it was tuff, in and out of court for years. Melissa and team fight hard to win. I've always felt like they treat me like family. They are quick to return calls, take the initiative, and explain things in a way I can u nderstand. I simply cannot thank them enough!! She went step by step, went over everything and took her time. Thank you.
- ★★★★★Custody lawyer
Chastine · family law ·
After talking to many lawyers I finally found Melissa Weiss-Riner and hired her to handle my custody case. From the moment we met she was professional, straight forward, and gave me great advise. Melissa worked extremely hard on every detail of my case, she was very organized and determined. When all egations where thrown our way she explained everything I needed to do to shut these allegations down. She went through this entire case for almost a year with me and my family. And when trial came along she was aggressive, professional, and won my case. Melissa didn't mislead me she told me exactly what she thought we could win and what she didn't think we could win. She is the most amazing lawyer and person. I would recommend her a thousand times over to anyone in need of a lawyer that will work hard for her clients. Thank you again for everything Melissa
- ★★★★★A Schapp
anonymous ·
Great attorney! She is very compassionate, professional, and timely! She truly cares about her clients and cases.
- ★★★★★Strait forward, honest and personable
Jamie · family law ·
Jim has been representing me for five years in my family court cases. Not only is he professional and personable but he is straightforward and honest and has directed me in ways that has saved me tremendously. I refer them out any chance I get and every single person has been thrilled with the servic e they provide!
- ★★★★★I cannot say enough good about my experience with Mr. Durkin!!
S.R. · family law ·
I cannot say enough good about my experience with Mr. Durkin and his staff. I have referred friends and family to him. It is the best experience I have had with a law firm. I have worked in the legal field and have had experiences in civil, criminal, and family law cases. That said, I did not get eve rything I had wanted after trial either. I was able to get a clear cut case presented that represented well my interests and that of my child. The things that were the most important, especially for my child were supported by the judge, but there were things that wound up more in the middle. I felt that the judge got the truth and was able to make a decision based on the facts and evidence. My case has been ongoing for nearly 12 years and this is the first time despite rulings in my favor that I was able to get attorney’s fees. Mr. Timothy Durkin has been a friend of my family for many years. I knew him when he was a law student and worked as a college teacher. I was impressed with his teaching skills yet when he began practicing family law I continued to use a different attorney. Through the years I have used multiple attorneys. There have been times I have been charged a great deal more and received much less service and times I have paid less but also received less service. The assistants at his firm are well educated and pay great attention to detail. I first decided to switch to Mr. Durkin’s law firm after I saw him at trial. This man is quick on his feet, he knows his information and he fights for his client. I was impressed with how he handled the opposing party. My current husband struggled with the cost of my case, but after seeing Mr. Durkin in action said he would have paid more, it was worth every penny. Prior to trial he is real with you. He prepares you for questions and for possible outcomes. I didn’t go into the situation with unrealistic expectations yet I was able to be hopeful about the things that were attainable. His experience in the court room gives you great insight. He is familiar with the judges and how they handle certain situations, he knows when you need an expert and when you can depend on your own evidence. One of the most useful things I experienced is the guidance from his legal assistant on how to handle correspondence with the opposing party. I feel that documents were prepared accurately, timely, and with the sensitivity that they needed. I will continue to use Mr. Durkin on my current case and would happily use him and his staff in the future if needed for any other family law matter. I highly recommend him!
- ★★★★★Phenomenal Divorce Attorney
Jennifer · family law ·
After attempting to handle my "uncontested' divorce myself, I quickly realized I was in over my head. As soon as I spoke to Tim's assistant, Terri, I felt instantly relieved. Tim and his team held my hand through the entire process. Tim was tough when dealing with my ex and supportive with me when I would have hard days. The team was also very responsive to calls and emails. I couldn't be more pleased with the terms of my divorce. I couldn't have asked for a better experience.
- ★★★★★Honesty
David · family law ·
Mr. Durkin helped me through a very tough time with a potentially nasty divorce 14 years ago. He is of such upstanding character that I would trust him with the key to my home.
- ★★★★★Professional and Extremely Effective!
Tony · family law ·
“Divorce is not a pleasant experience under any circumstances. At first, there is a period of disbelief and having to admit to yourself that your marriage is over. For me personally, the beginning of the end was the hardest to deal with. When I finally realized my marriage was over and I needed a com petent legal team to look out for my interests and the interests of my children, attorney Tim Durkin and his team stepped up and went to work on my behalf. From start to finish, Tim and everyone at JacksonWhite were awesome to deal with. Not only did Tim and the firm provide me with excellent legal services, but they were also compassionate, understanding and supportive of me and what I was going through. This was the worst experience of my life thus far and because of the basic humanity and human compassion of my legal team, it made it easier to deal with and move on with my life, post-marriage. In the court room, I could not have picked more competent counsel. I prevailed in all proceedings and under the circumstances, my case was settled with a very favorable outcome! Tim and his team did an awesome job and I can't thank them enough for not only providing me with outstanding legal representation, but also helping me get through a very difficult time on a personal level.” - Tony M., Chandler, Az.
- ★★★★★Friendly and caring and knowledgeable
Mandy · family law ·
I met with Tim yesterday for my consult and hired him right away! He really cared about the best interest of my children and he was honest and helpful. He knows what he's doing and is very experienced and knowledgeable about family law and everything related to it. My cousin also used Tim and he got him everything he wanted plus more. I know I'll be in good hands with Tim. You should hire him and look no further!
- ★★★★★Avoid Josh at all costs!!!
Colby · family law ·
I don't believe for a second that Josh has this many good reviews. I would say the majority of these reviews are doctored. In my most vulnerable state, I was taken advantage of not by my ex-wife but by Josh. For the most part, my ex and I were in good agreement and needed help with certain par ticulars we just couldn't agree on, which is why I felt the need to turn to a lawyer in the first place. The moment Josh met with my ex and her lawyer, he immediately caused harm to my case. He had the idea that it was better that he handled the initial negotiations by himself with me in another room. Huge mistake. He created a mess of everything, and I had to talk my ex out of wanting more than what we had initially agreed upon. After I was able to come to terms with my ex on my own about nearly everything again, Josh was able to ruin it all over again. At this point, he did not want to represent me. Passively, he was begging me to fire him, which happened to be at the end of the process and the most critical part. I ultimately did because he made it so difficult that nothing was being done except charging my credit card. He started off strong and seemed to be on the ball about everything, but as the months wore on, he became negligent and almost put off that I didn't want to email him too frequently so he could charge me a $60 response. He charged me 12 min to read and respond to a single question. He would take calls while driving through traffic and often forget things discussed in those conversations and wait until you set up another phone call or email so he could charge you again to remind him. He would advise me on how to handle situations, and after I did what he advised, he would ask why I made such a poor decision. Going through a divorce is the worst thing in the world, but to get screwed over twice is almost unbearable. It’s pretty bad when your ex feels bad for you enough that if I asked, she would also write a horrible review for him. I basically spent thousands of dollars for Josh to serve my ex and stall my divorce for nearly a year so that I would fire him before the job was over. It seemed as if he was done with me the moment we both decided we wanted to keep our case from going to trial. Please learn from my expensive mistake and stay far away. Sabrina, however, was awesome.
- ★★★★★Honest & Trustworthy
Tara ·
Josh is an honest and trustworthy lawyer. He guided me through what needed to be done and was fair. He is personable and made me feel at ease when he would de-escalate situations and get down to facts. I would recommend him.
- ★★★★★Peace of mind
anonymous · litigation ·
I never dealt with any legal matter in my past and never in my life thought I would have to hire an attorney. Not only was the circumstance extremely stressful but I was also skeptical of finding a good lawyer who CARES to represents my case. It's like finding a needle in a haystack. After a recomme ndation to Edwards&Petersen and having Mr.Edwards represent my case, I knew with confidence that it was the right choice. What won me over was his honesty, knowledge and punctuality. Communication was fantastic the entire time any questions or concerns would be answered no more than 24hrs if not less. Mr. Edwards is knowledgable and extremely confident and his actions were proof. My case was a success and I understand not every case will be that way but if I or someone one I know who is ever into legal bind I would not hesitate to contact Mr.Edwards. Going to court is overwhelming but at least knowing hiring the right attorney gives me peace of mind.
- ★★★★★Legal advice concerning family law
Catherine · family law ·
Wow! I have never needed legal advice or consultation, so I am oblivious to family law and any court procedures. On a whim (or by divine guidance) I signed up with Avvo requesting a phone call. Mr. Edwards called within 5 minutes of my request and gave such clear and encouraging information. Hi s service is worth so much more than I paid and I would consider him an excellent advocate for any unique or difficult legal family situation. Please do not hesitate to let this attorney advise you. He is knowledgeable, informative and he will not let you down. I gratefully sign my name, Catherine C
- ★★★★★So Happy
Tim · criminal defense ·
Joshua Edwards represented me in both a criminal case and in family court.I was scared and missed my daughter horribly.Josh answered all of my questions and did an OUTSTANDING job.I honestly could not have asked for a better attorney. He was always friendly and knowledgeable and brought my case to a resolution that both parties were happy with.He was also successful in dealing with the prosecution and kept me from doing substantial jail time.I couldn't give Josh a high enough recommendation!
- ★★★★★AMAZING!
Jen · litigation ·
I hired Heather for a very difficult case. She has always been open, understanding, and honest. She researched and fought my case with everything she had. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer who demonstrates empathy and integrity. I met with a few lawyers prior to hiring Heather, and she has been amazing. If I ever needed legal services, I would call Heather in a heartbeat.
- ★★★★★Very kind attorney even though she wasn't mine.
Frances · family law ·
Heather responded quickly to setup a consultation and took an interest in hearing my case. Lawyers meet people during the worst time of their life, especially family lawyers. She was compassionate, caring, quick on her feet and gave me some power back in a powerless situation. My family ended up hiri ng me a different attorney. However, I am forever grateful to Heather for her kindness and help.
- ★★★★★Refer to anyone with a custody case
anonymous · family law ·
I would recommend Kevin to anyone that needs a KNOWLEDGEABLE, AWSOME ATTORNEY! Kevin knows what he's doing. I'll begin to say I didn't want to spend money for a lawyer because I had bad experience with lawyers, I felt like they ask for so much money and didn't really fight for you in court. Everytime Kevin and I had court he was knowledgeable, ready ,on time and professional HE ROCKED IT!! I have to say he is the one I will go with for future cases ifor needed and refer him to anyone that is in need of a great attorney who is WORTH paying money for!!! You will not be led down. I got everything I wanted in another case with him and couldn't be happier!! Now I have a second case with him for another child of mine and so far so good I have no doubts for this case, my cases are not easy either he is doing an amazing job!! Modern law has DIFFINTLY picked an incredible attorney to represent people in need!!!!
- ★★★★★Child support
Bob · family law ·
I had recently settled my arrears in child support with the state of Texas, paying 15 years was long enough to pay, so the exwife and I agreed and settled. A couple of months later the state of Arizona sent me a letter still wanting to collect $31,000. I searched and hired Modern Law and was assigned Kevin due to his close relationships with the Az child support. Needless to say Kevin handled everything promptly and Az closed my case without costing me anymore money, therefore, I very happy to be done with child support to the states. Especially now that my twin daughters, who live with me, are juniors at ASU. So plenty of places for my money to go. Thanks again Kevin.
- ★★★★★Question answered regarding my case
anonymous · family law ·
Kevin Vale conferred with me about my ongoing family court case, which he has represented me on for the past year. This particular contact was for a follow up on question I had asked him. As always, Kevin provided me with the exact information I needed. His ability to "catch up" on my never ending c ase of nine years and the thousands of pages of past documents he absorbed in a month after our first meeting was impressive to say the least. His attention to case detail and ability to recall every piece of information has been incredibly effective in court. He is extremely prompt when responding to my calls and emails, even on weekends. He always gives me a straight answer to my questions and meets every request I've made of him, since the day he began representing me. After hiring four previous attorneys over a nine year period, for the same family court case and similar issues, I can confidently say that Kevin is incredibly valuable to have as my attorney and I'm thankful he is by my side every time I'm required to enter the courtroom. He is the first attorney who was able to move my case in a positive direction, using his skill and not by accident of court process or default decisions. In a high conflict case (as my case has been categorized by the court and the fact it's been ongoing for ten years), Kevin is extremely strong and effective in court (do not let his quiet demeanor fool you during consultation). As effective as he is in court, he is equally effective out of court, especially when dealing my ex-spouse and his constant antics of non-compliance with court decisions. On a personal note, he has a very calming affect and keeps me focused, which is not an easy task, considering my case is chaotic and riddled with constant unforeseen hurdles, which in turn creates a great deal of anxiety for me. Even more than what I've mentioned, Kevin is honest (and unfortunately I have seen dishonest first hand). He has maximized the money I have paid, never overbills, and even offers extra help above and beyond what our agreement covers. Requesting a consult with Kevin will be the best decision you could make on your own case and if I could offer a money back guarantee with my opinion, I would!
- ★★★★★Manager
Bert · family law ·
Kevin was great to work with and provided accurate information. Also, provide excellent guidance as to what was acceptable by court system. I would recommend Kevin to everyone that had family court issues.
- ★★★★★A wonderful attorney
Amanda · family law ·
Throughout my family law case I had several different attorneys . Kevin was by far the best. He is very calm rational and well spoken he is a good listener and he has sound advice . When dealing with high stress and conflict in a family law case Kevin was there as my rock to help keep me ground ed and focused. I really appreciate all of his help and hard work and would wholeheartedly recommend him.
- ★★★★★Very Dissapointed!
Gina · family law ·
I have been going thru a difficult divorce trial. I was referred to Brian Petersen by my Legalshield service. Legalshield has recently removed the Edwards and Petersen from their referral system due to the complaints I made to them about Brian Petersen. This firm requires a 5K deposit balance to be m aintained so they can draw from it at will. I revised our contract to reflect that I would deposit to my account as needed. Brian accepted the revision and I made the 5K deposit. I had a Temp Orders hearing in which Brian was to seek temp orders for alimony as all my resources were taken from me by my ex husband. Well he failed at the temp orders hearing. The judge failed to make a decision. Brian never even question my ex on the stand he did not manage the time proficiently. After that I paid another 2K. Due to what happened to me Brian said he would give me time to come up with more money for him since my trial was not until the end of May. Although this was devastating too me as I needed to figure out how to survive but I was working on getting Brian thousands more before trial. During this time Brian was able to agree with the other attorney that I could have my clothes and personal belongings as they were all taken from me. Well Brian set up a meeting in which I had to get a Uhaul and pick up my stuff. I was only given junk from my exes storage and not my stuff at all. Brain said before that if this happened he would file an injunction. When I reported to him what happened he said there was nothing he could do and blew me off. I know now it was because I didn't have more money for him to file the injunction. Also after the failed Temp Orders hearing Brian kept asking him to let him withdraw from my case. He said he would take it again after I came up with more money but I would not consent to this as at this time I was starting to not trust him. He sent a threating letter all the sudden demanding that my new balance of over $1300 be paid and my account be brought to a 5K balance or he was withdrawing. He called me and was very demanding and threating. When I reminded him that we revised our contract he became upset. He gave me a week to pay the 1300 and basically asked me to submit a proposal when the rest could be paid and he would discuss it with his partner Edwards. It seemed that Edwards was pressuring him to not honor our revised contract. After telling him when I could pay the 1300 and asked him to honor our contract he gave me the remainder of that week and then withdrew. Both lawyers at this firm have been removed from the Legalshield referral list due to how they have treated me. If you have unlimited resources than this firm will prob help you. If not they will take all you have and leave you hanging. I am filling a bar complaint in two counties due to Brain not honoring our contract and his failures. I will follow up on this site as I get results with that. Also when I had to drive 5 Hrs to pick up my file I called the firm to let them know I would be 10mins late due to traffic. Mr Edwards was very cruel and said he would not wait one min longer than 5:05PM. I had to sleep in my car over night to get my file from them due tom this. Please beware of Brian Petersen. If you don't have unlimited resources he will turn against you and take all youre money and leave you hanging with youre case.
- ★★★★★Professional and Honest Family Lawyer
anonymous · litigation ·
I’ve been working with Mr. Petersen’s office for a while now, and they’ve consistently been professional throughout the process. They always keep me informed about the status of my case, so I never feel like I’m in the dark. While Mr. Petersen can be busy, he’s always responsive. He replies to my emails in a timely fashion — sometimes after hours or very early in the morning — depending on how urgent the issue is. One thing I truly respect is that Mr. Petersen doesn’t sugarcoat things. He gives me his honest opinion based on the law and what a judge would likely consider reasonable. That kind of transparency is important to me. My case is still ongoing. Like with any law office, the costs can add up depending on the amount of work required. That said, I trust Mr. Petersen’s guidance and feel confident in his representation. I fully endorse this attorney.
- ★★★★★Very kind, helpful and honest
Andrea Smith · real estate ·
Our son had a dispute with an ex-girlfriend over a property they owned together. She had him removed from the home, then months later demanded he remove himself from the deed and was threatening to sue him for half of the household expense for the past six months. We needed to know the possible outco mes and options and advice on how to proceed. Brian really made the situation clear, and helped us decide on how to move forward with peace of mind.
- ★★★★★Would Recommend
Rose · litigation ·
I used Brian Peterson after an attorney I was using recommended him. Brian was very matter of fact with me from the start. He explained my options to me and gave his opinion on what my odds were. He always presented my options to me and let me decide which route I wanted to take. I found him to be ve ry prepared, professional, and extremely savvy in the court room. He was able to read the room and adjust his approach accordingly. I would and have recommended Brian to others.
- ★★★★★Very fast to respond and knowledgeable with answers!
anonymous · family law ·
I am getting a divorce and wasn't sure of my next steps. He was able to review my paperwork via email and answer my questions during a phone consultation. I know now the direction I need to go with my Consent Decree and I appreciate his fast and timely response!
- ★★★★★Great Service!
NS · family law ·
I worked with Caitlin for the last year on contested custody issues. Throughout the process Caitlin always responded promptly, explained things clearly, and always addressed my concerns even if they were unfounded. At no point was I surprised about the cost for service, because the fee scheduled was clearly discussed and laid out during our first meeting. I could not be happier with the service I received from Caitlin and the outcome of trial.
- ★★★★★Amazing
Susan ·
Caitlin stayed by my side the whole way through. She was quick to respond to my chaotic emails and calls. I felt protected with her by my side. Can't say enough about her work, support and legal knowledge. Forever grateful Caitlin.
- ★★★★★Great attorney
Mark · family law ·
Caitlin was very helpful and was there for me every step of the way in working on my custody case. She answered all my questions and took the time to make sure I was prepared. I would highly recommend her! Thank you Caitlin!
- ★★★★★Great attorney
Debbie · family law ·
Caitlin was awesome in my divorce with children case. She puts the child first and works to resolve as much as possible before court. She is very thorough with documentation and is always prepared. No matter what was thrown her way she was ready to "fire" back with a knowledgeable and professional at titude.
- ★★★★★Provided timely advice
David · litigation ·
During a consult, Caitlin provided me with the information I needed for preparing a consent decree. When negotiations became temporarily uncertain, it was a great relief to have her as possible counsel. Her advice gave me confidence to pursue my position, and I was able to file the decree w ithout have to expend the retainer.
- ★★★★★Arrogant and Rude
Sandy · family law ·
I spoke to him about 6 months ago and thought he would be great and was referred to me. I spoke to him today and he was the most arrogant, rude, obnoxious person I had ever spoke to. He needs to take some manner courses to deal with people that are dealing with serious family issues. Wouldn't hir e him if he was the last attorney in Arizona. Hard to believe this was the person I spoke to 6 months ago. - Satan must have entered him because he is nasty beyond belief!
- ★★★★★Outstanding Attorney
Tyler · family law ·
Todd is an extremely compassionate and knowledgeable attorney. What he did for myself and my family I probably could never repay. He is always in contact, available and moat of all affordable! Much more than I could say for most attorneys. If you need a family law attorney you should end your sear ch here!
- ★★★★★Amazing attorney
Kay · family law ·
Todd helped me with a complex and lengthy family court case. He was knowledgeable about issues that arose with my case and provided guidance on strategic ways to approach issues. He was always available when we needed him. Todd is always very friendly and professional. He is also very affordable. I was very thankful to find an attorney who showed he cares about his clients and would recommend him to anyone. I truly appreciate all the hard works he put into my case.
- ★★★★★simply the best
Tammy O. · family law ·
Where do I begin to rate my experience with Todd Simpson? First I met him in 2019 when I began interviewing attorneys. I was apprehensive because in my first divorce (1993) my attorney did not fight for me and I gave up everything. Todd is honest, affable and above all a good human being. He handle d everything with my divorce and after I was assaulted he handled all the paperwork associated with filing a restraining order. He was understanding and patient when I went through the grief phase of not being sure if I wanted to divorce. My divorce was a very complicated and took 1.5 years. Todd's fees were more than reasonable and he listened to what I wanted but also gave me honest feedback in what the best options were. Even though my divorce is over there are some loose ends still needing to be wrapped up and he continues to keep me in the loop with the next steps. I would not hesitate to recommend Todd to anyone divorcing or needing any type of legal matter addressed. For me -- I needed an attorney who would fight for me and my son, but also someone who was a good human being -- Todd is and was both.
- ★★★★★Fair, honest, direct
anonymous · family law ·
He did a great job and was affordable a d fair. He plays straight and didn’t attempt to embellish what he could accomplish. I have used other family attorneys with less luck. Great hire!
- ★★★★★A Godsend
anonymous ·
I have never encountered an attorney as smart, honest, sensitive, and intuitive as Jay. He gave thoughtful and practical guidance for what seemed like very complicated problems and immediately made me feel like I had come to a safe place. Jay didn't use fear mongering to sell services or give promise any unrealistic results. He calls it as he sees it - and he has a smart and objective way of seeing the many sides of any problem. I strongly recommend speaking to Jay before going to anyone else. Truly just a really great human being.
- ★★★★★Without a doubt, most trustworthy!
Chloye · family law ·
I consulted with Jay on multiple topics regarding my divorce and child support/custody case; no matter my question or concern he always had a well educated answer. Even while emotionally overwhelmed (and probably a tad hysterical) he stayed level headed and patient with me while explaining what, how and why things worked the way that they did. His rationality and "larger picture" mentality gave me the confidence to do what needed to be done in the best interest of my children and what would, eventually, become less stressful for me as the transition to this new way of life was complete. I have, and will continue, without a doubt recommend Jay and his team of attorneys to anyone in search of help, guidance and representation in the realm of family law!
- ★★★★★Amazing combination of experience, compassion and integrity!
Svetlana · family law ·
Hands down the best in the Valley. Jay and Emi provided legal advice and guidance during a very difficult time in my life. They were not only experienced and knowledgeable, given their strong background in family law, they were also incredibly honest, very responsive, and extremely fair. Before makin g any decision, they made sure I had all the facts and a solid understanding of them. I knew they wouldn’t steer me wrong and that I was in great hands. They were compassionate about my situation and it was clear they really cared about their clients. I would strongly recommend Hall Underwood to anyone seeking the absolute best legal representation and advice.
- ★★★★★Literal lifesaver
Jennifer · family law ·
I consulted with Jay about divorce and child custody before the pandemic. Then the pandemic hit and everything got so crazy that I wasn't sure what to do. Other lawyers I talked to tried to scare me into hiring them and filing all kinds of documents immediately. They told me my case was too complicat ed to handle by myself and pressured me into giving them a retainer. Jay was the only one who took the time to explain to me what I needed to know. He told me to take my time and make the right decision for myself and my children. After talking to the other lawyers I was freaked out and wanted to hire Hall Underwood but Jay told me that he thought my case was simple enough to handle without a lawyer. He was right! I came back to Jay multiple times with more questions (I'm kinda OCD about this stuff) and he always answered my questions right away no matter what time of day it was. He kept me calm and helped me through the documents I needed to file for my case. He gave me tips to help me negotiate a settlement with my husband and avoid ugly family court drama. Most importantly he put my interest and my children above his own interest when none of the other lawyers would. By not rushing me into filing, the value of our home nearly doubled and I wouldn't get that extra money if I had listened to any of the other lawyers I talked to. Definitely talk to Jay before you hire any lawyer because if your like me you might not even need one. If you do, definitely hire Hall Underwood! Thank you so much!
- ★★★★★Very compassionate and extremely knowledgeable.
Victoria · family law ·
Jay consulted with me about a very complex divorce case and has been very straightforward with me from the beginning. I wish I could hire him to be my attorney but I can't due to jurisdiction issues. I would recommend him to any of my friends who need legal help in Arizona.
- ★★★★★Great, assertive, supportive defender
anonymous · litigation ·
Randi is an incredible detailed and thorough researcher and provides great knowledge to defend your case. She is personable and empathic and you feel that she is a part of your family, which is rare in this profession
- ★★★★★A wonderful attorney
Ronnie · employment law ·
I hired Randi Sirlin to address a workers compensation issue. I found her to be an extremely knowledgeable, caring and competent attorney.
- ★★★★★Great attorney.
Suzy · business law ·
Thank you for your law assistance. You took the drama out of the legal business matter. Your professional representation and letter led to resolution and saved me a ton of money.
- ★★★★★excellent lawyer!
Marc ·
I have had the opportunity to work with Ms. Sirlin on a few different occasions. I have found her to be knowledgeable, hardworking, and highly dedicated to her client's interests. Any client of Ms. Sirlin's is in very good hands.
- ★★★★★Great Family Law Attorney
Thomas ·
Randi has been advising me for several years now. Every shot she has ever called has ended up being right. She is very responsive, knowledgeable, and patient. I recommend her.
- ★★★★★Best Legal Advise!
Neeta Sadhwani · business law ·
I consulted Ms. Pooja Kedia for a legal advice for my daycare business. I was having an issue with my DHS compliance Officer. I’m so grateful for Ms. Kedia advice which helped me to resolve the issues with escalating it to the litigation. I’ll be forever grateful to Kedia law for helping us out, I can proudly say I gained not only solid law firm That I can Depend on but I gained a friend For life!
- ★★★★★Best Attorney In Arizona.
Dayton ·
She Is The Best Attorney I Ever Had. She Works Hard Takes Her Job Very Serious. She Doesn't Mind Shaking Things Up. She Has No Fear. She Is Truly A Pit Bull In The Court Room. I Highly Recommend Her Services.
- ★★★★★The best attorney I could have hired to represent me.
LoLo · family law ·
I met Pooja through a referral from AARAG (my employer's legal insurance). During the consultation she listened to all my concerns and assured me that she worked for me and would work in my best interest additionally, Pooja was always very transparent. Prior to making any moves or filing documents sh e always provided options, then stepped back to allow me time to decide which option worked best for me. I am so thankful that I selected Pooja to represent me during a very difficult time. She was able to help me navigate the legal system and everything that was included in the divorce process. I truly appreciate her patience, knowledge, compassion and understanding at a time that I felt vulnerable and uninformed. She was the best attorney I could have hired to represent me. Thank you, Pooja. :)
- ★★★★★Extremely Helpful, Great Attention to Detail, Very Compassionate, Highly Recommended
anonymous ·
To say helpful would be an understatement, Pooja and her team went above and beyond to provide the best care possible with my mother's case. Every single detail had their attention and missing anything was out of the question. I would and already do recommend them to my family and friends whenever th ey are in need of legal assistance. Thank you Pooja!
- ★★★★★Best experience with a divorce attorney hands down!!!
Jason · family law ·
What a great experience is was working with this highly professional, compassionate attorney. . Pooja is an attorney that truly wants the best for her clients. Not only did she encourage me to repair my marriage with my wife, we are now enjoying a happy marriage. Pooja is a person that does the right thing and has her clients best interest in mind in lieu of financial benefit. This was my first experience with an attorney in this area and what a pleasant experience it was. I highly encourage any person seeking true, honest guidance from a law professional to consult with her. A++ rating for top notch person and attorney.
- ★★★★★Clienta actual
Monica Rdz · immigration ·
El abogado es un buen ser humano y muy profesional, el lleva mi caso de migración y no podía yo estar en mejores manos ! Definitivamente puedo decir que pueden confiar en el !
- ★★★★★Excellent Family Law Attorney
anonymous · litigation ·
Punctual, on-point, confident and cares about the overall wellness of your family. He doesn't tell you what he expects you want to hear. He will advise you based on the facts. He's excellent and bilingual. He won my case.
- ★★★★★EXCELLENT HUMAN!
anonymous ·
My life was a nightmare until I came across this great human being! As soon as I went into his office I felt at peace. When I was consulting with him I felt like he cared. He respected my feelings and assured me he would be able to help me. Throughout my case he made sure to always keep me informed a nd would call me from his personal phone to make sure all my questions and concerned where answered. Thank You for being a GREAT attorney!
- ★★★★★Very personal
Brett · family law ·
Carrie was very personal and listened to my wants and needs of the outcome. I am also using her services again for another custody case.
- ★★★★★Carrie is the best
Elise · family law ·
Carrie worked tirelessly on my severance case for my 3 year old son to keep him safe from his biological father. We won the case even after going to trial. It was such a long process but Carrie walked us through it perfectly. Will always come back to Carrie for family court help. My husband and I are forever indebted to her!
- ★★★★★Great attorney
Nancy Love · family law ·
Carrie was very responsive and always was there. She filed everything on time and allowed me to review and edit anything first before filing. This was my 2nd go around with Carrie and this time she represented me like a rockstar in trial and I was awarded half my fees! She had to deal with a bunch of bs allegations from my ex so it was not easy!! Hopefully there’s not a 3rd but Carrie will be there if so!
- ★★★★★Awesome...
Nancy, Lucas and Owen · family law ·
We would have been lost without the expertise, experience and talent of Carrie. Through the winding roads of a family law case she has demonstrated compassion and concern for my grandson. The direction and projecting what ifs and what coulds were right on target. This was a definite benefit to us emotionally as we were prepared for every dip and turn. My son won physical custody...we are blessed. Thank you Carrie, you're the best!
- ★★★★★Worst attorney to represent a man.
anonymous · litigation ·
If your a guy, do not hire Carrie Cravatta. Carrie pulled off some pretty shady tactics, like running my retainer out right before a court date, then holding important documents and motions over my head until I paid. Also sent me emails minutes before a hearing outlining what she was going to bring u p in court, then never did. I had to bring up the issues on my own. This attorney was a joke at best and I'm checking into a possible lawsuit. Read the previous reviews carefully. Yeah, kinda sounds like family and friends to me too.
- ★★★★★Willing to work for free!
anonymous · litigation ·
I recently had the pleasure of going against Ms. Sheldon in court and although my side won, she put up one heck of a fight. She was very emotionally involved with her client and even worked pro-bono on her behalf. Would strongly recommend her to anyone that would do anything to try to win their cas e as there are no boundaries for this women and nothing she will not do or say for her clients.
- ★★★★★Parenting Coordinator
Wendy · family law ·
I appreciated Launi's straightforward approach as a PC. She is honest and fair and I highly recommend her if you have high conflict and with your ex and you want the best interest of your child to be served.
- ★★★★★Not ready for prime time
anonymous · family law ·
Terrible law firm. The lawyer I used made frequent mistakes through her staff including: incorrect information communicated in email, needing frequent time line reminders, not remembering important case details, not paying court fees the lawyer was instructed to pay (thus delaying the process), omi tting important details in the divorce settlement relating to property settlement allocation and who would retain possession of individual accounts (this resulted in additional paper work filing with financial institutions and unnecessary closing of accounts), alarming and stressing the client due to incorrectly remembering details of the case. These failures resulted in unnecessary delays, created anxiety, and increased fees charged to the client.
- ★★★★★Heavenly Healing through Ms. Launi Jones-Sheldon
anonymous ·
It is my sincere priveledge to have the opportunity to be represented by Ms. Launi Jones-Sheldon. Before I met Ms. Jones-Sheldon; I had experienced months of trauma and transition. Sooner than I had finished reading the first sentence, within the first Document written by Ms. Jones-Sheldon on m y behalf; I was stopped by tears of relief, and of joy. For the first time within this life event, I felt hope. Hope that there is someone to stand with me, and for me, and further; that this someone is not allowing past Injustices against me to continue any longer. I am so thankful to have been led to this extremely Gifted Professional. I rejoice for anyone else fortunate enough have this peace of mind because of Ms. Launi Jones-Sheldon. That you do not have to stay in, or return to past circumstances; but that that you too, can move forward under her safe guidance.
- ★★★★★A lawyer's lawyer
John Charland · litigation ·
Launi represented me on a matter and she did an excellent job. At the time I recall thinking however this case turns out I will be eternally grateful for what she is putting into it. And we won with a big return. The lawyer a lawyer would rely on for representation.
- ★★★★★Deean has heart and is 100% professional
Nancy · family law ·
Deean represented me in my child custody case in 1991. I was frightened and concerned that child's alcoholic father would be able to share custody. Deean walked me through what was necessary to protect my child and me and her kindness and sincerity kept my confidence high. With her help, I did retain sole custody and me ex was placed on supervised visitation of our then infant daughter. Currently my son was served with divorce paperwork which has devastated him . I reached out to Deean who quickly contacted me and guided my son through the initial steps. Today is Saturday and yet she took the time to respond quickly and gave my son clear advice and helped him to calm his broken heart. He will be meeting her on Monday. This lady is DEDICATED to her clients and has many years of experience!
- ★★★★★Amazing Attorney and Law Firm
Heather · family law ·
DeeAn and her paralegal Deborah are absolutely amazing. Throughout my issues during and following my divorce I have worked with a total of 5 different attorneys and by far DeeAn is the best! She is fierce, extremely knowledgeable and strives for the best outcome. Deborah, her paralegal was always available to me and was wonderful to work with. I highly recommend DeeAn Gillespie Strub.
- ★★★★★DeeAn was able to get my children out of the clutches of DCS / CPS -Arizona Department of Child Safety
DFJ · family law ·
I praise GOD for leading me to this woman and her team. I had done everything DCS told me to do to get my kids, and still they didn't give them back. DCS so loved the Foster Family (whom I'm grateful to) DCS wanted to adopt my kids out to these nice strangers-I needed aggressive representation to fi ght for my children-DeeAn and her team are AMAZING. Although it took a while, it finally turned around and the Judge saw my children's best interest are to be with FAMILY-to be with ME. I still keep in touch with DeeAn and my team-we still have a very close relationship. I will never forget these genuine people that worked so hard to get my kids back where they belong. Thank you - I'm forever grateful
- ★★★★★DeeAn is an excellent attorney
anonymous · family law ·
DeeAn helped me immensely post divorce. She responds quickly when you reach out to her. She's so knowledgeable and experienced. I felt comfortable and confident that my issues would get resolved with her as my advocate and they did. I would absolutely hire her again without hesitation.
- ★★★★★DeeAn achieved a seemingly impossible positive outcome for my case.
Patricia · family law ·
I am taking the time to write a review because DeeAn Gillespie Strub did an amazing job with my family law case. I know it can be stressful and scary to find an attorney that makes us feel they are 100% invested in the best possible outcome for our case, and that is what I found with DeeAn. I will be forever grateful to the friend that referred me to DeeAn when my family law case had been ongoing for almost 1.5 years at the time. I had initially tried to represent myself but the other party made it impossible to make any progress. Luckily I found DeeAn Gillespie. She was sharp, caring and compassionate since our initial consultation and I hired her on the spot. The extensive experience of DeeAn and her team was evident throughout the process. DeeAn's expertise in family law, combined with her compassion and strategic approach, provided me with confidence and peace of mind. Paralegal Deborah was also instrumental, ensuring all aspects of my case were handled efficiently and professionally. I worked closely with Deb and it was evident that she was committed and invested in quality work to get the best possible outcome for me. I also interacted with Paralegal Perla during the first week, and the day of the scheduled trial. The entire team worked diligently to achieve a favorable result, and I highly recommend their services to anyone seeking knowledgeable and caring legal assistance.
- ★★★★★Not Needed
Leom ·
She wasted my time, money, and my patience. I would NEVER get here ever again if I were you I would not get her either. I spent 10K and nothing happened nothing at all. I also wrote her a message 2 weeks ago and she has not gotten back to me...
- ★★★★★Child custody
anonymous · family law ·
My experience with Rebecca Owen as my attorney during child custody case was above par. She is a no nonsense type of attorney, which is something I appreciate. I have recommended her to several people in need of her services.
- ★★★★★No Bull Crap ( Great Lawyer)
Rick · litigation ·
Rebecca is a great Lawyer: My first lawyer quit a month be for my trial date. I hired Rebecca, she had a lot of work to do to get us caught up on what was not done before. She is down to earth, tells you straight up how it is and keeps you on your feet. If you're looking for a lawyer that candy co ats and tells you only what you want to hear she's not the one for you. If you want a lawyer to be honest, fight for you, and finish what she started. Hire Rebecca Owen. Thank you so much. I will recommend you always.
- ★★★★★Negative experience
anonymous ·
The fact prove I hired her is wrong. The impression she gave me is that she fight for money, not customer. There are some examples to prove what I said. I am sure when she see this post she will say she tried her best for her every customer, ba la ba la
- ★★★★★Horrible
anonymous · family law ·
She never had my side. She didn’t even remember that she was my attorney at the beginning of my case. She may as well have been working for my ex. She merely did paperwork, did not defend me, did not counsel me and just took my money . At the end I was in a worst position than when I started.
- ★★★★★Strongest Team in Arizona!!
Steve · family law ·
Powerhouse!! I worked with Scott and his offices over a custody dispute with the mother of my child. I was an out of state Father with no rights dealing with a Mother that tried everything possible to attempt to disrupt my time with my Daughter. Scott and his team by far took on this case as if th ey were defending their rights for their own children. Their attention to detail, advice and professionalism were impeccable! Scott's attorney Amy Dohrendorf was responsible for communicating and preparing for the trial while Scott would litigate the issues. A team and effort that could be compared to no other. Thanks to Scott, Amy and their entire Staff I now enjoy joint custody with my Daughter, an accomplishment that I never thought possible. I highly recommend Scott's offices for any legal matter
- ★★★★★Great Job!!!
anonymous · family law ·
I have been a lawyer for over 13 years. I practice in a different field. When I went through a divorce I’m glad I called Scott. He did an outstanding job and helped negotiate a very favorable result. He did a great job on my case and got results that exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend him.
- ★★★★★Divorce Attorney Dianne Sullivan & her team are the best !
Tim · family law ·
I met with Dianne Sullivan & hired her after our first consultation. This is my 2nd try on the same divorce & after speaking with her I'm actually glad my first attorney screwed up my case because she believes my case wasn't settled in my best interest. I've hired her to represent me in this second t ry & I've got no doubt this case will be over in half the time, in my best interest & with the final results weighing more in my favor. Her office keeps me informed on a daily basis on where the case is & when or what the next step is. I never thought I'd even consider hiring a female attorney to represent me in a divorce case as I thought a male attorney would be the best to represent another male in a divorce case but having the thoughts & views of a female when you're going up against another female is the best since they think the same will know doubt give me the edge in the case. I give AVVO 5 stars for their site & also 5 stars for referral of the offices of Scott D. Stewart. Divorce Attorney Dianne Sullivan along with her staff have my case 8 months along in 3 weeks compared to my last attorney who took about a year for the same results & would only get the case moving when you stayed on him, that's if you could find him at his main office or in one of his 6 satellite offices. Dianne Sullivan & her assistants rock ! I look forward in working with Dianne & her crew to get my divorce finalized, finally after 2.5 years already ! Her staff has the status of my case in the same place my last attorney took over a year. I look forward to finally getting this divorce behind me & moving on ! I've no doubt Dianne & her team will have me celebrating in just a matter of months & no doubt in my favor compared to the way my previous attorney had it totally jacked up & just let it get dismissed because he was too wrapped up in his personal issues. Again 5 stars for this firm, Dianne Sullivan & her awesome crew !
- ★★★★★Great Family Law Attorney
anonymous · family law ·
I was going through a really difficult time about a year ago and Attorney Stewart helped me through it. Not only was he a great lawyer but also a great friend. I got through my divorce with as much understanding and ease as one could wish for. I would recommend him to anyone in my position.
- ★★★★★Great Lawyer
Divorce Case · family law ·
I had an extremely contentious divorce case that Scott Stewart represented me on. I had many false accusations made against me that I had to prove were wrong and Mr Stewart did an amazing job articulating my case in a very strategic, yet realistic manner. He was always very up front and honest about what he felt I could and could not get in this case and I can honestly say that I feel that he did his best to at the same time get me as much as was possible while also keeping my costs reasonable. He would often counsel me on not pursuing a part of the case that he did not feel I had a reasonable chance of winning even though he would have made more money if I had.
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