Desert Hills Family Lawyers

Born in Minnesota, Attorney Peter Westby has resided in Arizona since 1962 and in Phoenix since 1974. Mr. Westby graduated from the University of Arizona College of Law in 1973 and entered the practice of law as a prosecuting attorney, first with the City of Tucson and then with the Pima County Attorney's office as a Criminal Trial Deputy. He joined partner Harvey Platt in the private practice of law in Phoenix in 1974 and together they formed Platt & Westby, P.C. Mr. Westby practices in the areas of real estate law, civil litigation, family law, estate planning, probate, estate...

I currently practice before the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), Department of Labor, Office of Worker's Compensation Program (DOL/OWCP) Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Additionally, being part American Indian (Shawnee) and a member of the Kispoko Sept of Ohio Shawnee and the National Native American Bar Association, I represent individuals in tribal courts and justice systems that are components of the sovereign tribal government(s). Tribal courts and justice systems are critical components of the tribal government. They are empowered to resolve conflict and controversy. Native people practiced various forms...

Robert C. Howard has practiced family law in Arizona for more than 35 years. His extensive expertise is complemented by both understanding and a high degree of personal attention. In 2008, the State Bar of Arizona named him as one of the top 50 pro bono attorneys in the state. In 2011, he was inducted into the Scottsdale Historymakers Hall of Fame by the Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce. He served as President of the Scottsdale Bar Association from 1985-1986 and, in 2006, the Association gave him the Award of Excellence for Community Service. The Maricopa County Bar gave...

Peter Davis was born and raised in Kansas City. He is a graduate of the University of Kansas and a proud Jayhawk. He moved to Arizona in 2006 to be closer to his wife’s family. In 2008 he again moved his family, this time to Houston to attend law school at the University of Houston Upon Graduation from law school in 2011 Peter immediately moved back to Arizona and began working for a prominent law firm representing clients obtain Social Security Disability. In 2016 and 2017 he was Rated 10 Best in Arizona for exceptional and outstanding client...

DeShon is certified as a Family Law Specialist by the State Bar of Arizona and has training in Alternative Dispute Resolution. She has completed extensive mediation training through Pepperdine University School of Law, Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution and advanced training in the field of Collaborative Divorce including Full Team Protocol for Collaborative Divorce Practice.
DeShon has received several community awards and recognition. For consecutive years 2013-2019 DeShon received Arizona Super Lawyers Award. In 2019 Best Law Firms in Arizona. In 2015 she received Top 25 Women Lawyers in Arizona. In 2011 she was recognized as the Family Law Litigator of...

Divorce and Family Law Attorney serving Arizona.

Bryce Johnson is a founding member and lead attorney at State 48 Law. He is a confident, composed attorney dedicated to his clients working tirelessly to help them achieve the best results for their future and their family. Bryce is known for his strong communication skills, his ability to think through difficult situations, and his creative strategies backed by a clear game plan on how to move forward. The firm jokingly calls him the Pilgrim, because he is known for settling cases in creative ways and keeping his clients best interests protected. Before relocating to the Arizona desert for law school,...

Why choose attorney Brendon R. Rogers? When you are looking for an attorney, you need to consider the following questions and make certain that you ask the attorney for their responses BEFORE you hire them: 1. How long have you practiced in this area of law? 2. What kind of experience do you have? 3. Why do you think that you’re qualified to help me? 4. What can you guarantee me about an outcome? 5. What are your fees? Attorney Brendon R. Rogers is the only attorney in the White Mountain Region of Arizona who has built his entire practice...

Karl Webster has always found joy in helping others overcome challenges. Karl and his team are no strangers to hard work, and complex cases. They love a challenge and the feeling of accomplishment after a difficult WIN! As a family law and divorce attorney in Arizona, he is dedicated to helping his clients overcome extremely challenging events in their lives. Karl's goal is to provide an outcome in each client's individual case that is life-changing in a positive way.

Since 1987, Scottsdale Divorce Lawyer Karen A. Schoenau has been dedicated to helping people successfully resolve their important and sensitive family law cases. Skilled at navigating and simplifying the complexities of the legal system, Karen Schoenau has the experience and knowledge necessary to help her clients devise innovative solutions to their family legal issues, get through the emotional and psychological impacts related to their cases, and obtain the best possible outcomes to divorce, custody, and other family legal cases.

When you turn to Scottsdale Family Law Attorney Karen A. Schoenau for help, you can trust that she will provide you with...

Mr. Long is a criminal defense attorney who is able to defend anyone accused of or arrested for a crime in Arizona. Mr. Long has extensive trial experience in all felony and misdemeanor cases including: Sexual Offenses DUI and DWI Cases Child Pornography Cases ...

Ms. Banfield received her Juris Doctorate from Arizona State University’s Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law in 2010. Since graduating from law school, she has worked exclusively in the area of family law.

Ms. Banfield has experience in litigation and also working with both parties to mediate divorce settlements. Ms. Banfield’s passion for family law came from her experiences in law school with internships with a pro bono domestic violence office, a Superior Court family law judge, and two successful family law attorneys.

Ms. Banfield is Lead Counsel Rated in Family Law, a distinction that recognizes her legal experience, solid reputation, and...

Keo’vonne Wilson is a native south Floridian and moved to Phoenix Arizona from South Korea. Prior to attending law school Ms. Wilson worked as a legal assistant in a bankruptcy law firm, model and actress in New York City, and as a teacher in South Korea. These diverse careers instilled in Ms. Wilson professionalism, drive and a sense of humor. Ms. Wilson’s practice is dedicated to providing efficient and effective preventive counsel to her clients.

Joan Bundy Law is a Chandler, Arizona-based law firm devoted exclusively to helping families in transition. It provides services in all areas of family law, including divorce and legal separation, child custody and visitation, child support, property division, guardianship, post-decree modifications, protective orders, unmarried and same-sex partner issues, and grandparents’ rights, pet custody disputes, honorary pet trusts, and legal document reviews. The firm's principal, Joan Bundy, is a licensed Arizona attorney and graduate of the University of Arizona law school. She has been admitted to practice in both state and federal courts. Joan Bundy Law serves communities throughout...

Jennifer Mihalovich joined the Stewart Law Group in 2016 and works out of the firm’s Chandler office location. Recognized for her courtroom and case management skills, she brings substantial experience in complex family support issues to the law firm. She spent 16 years working for the Arizona Attorney General’s Office in paternity, child support establishment and enforcement in local, interstate, and international cases. Additionally, Ms. Mihalovich has specialized expertise in modifications of existing child support orders and interstate cases. She is a fountain of knowledge for both the clients she helps and the Stewart Law Group’s legal team. Her job...

I have significant experience in the area of family law, including but not limited to divorce, child custody and child support. I have successfully handled and litigated a diverse range of issues. I zealously represent my clients. I offer free consultations.

Amy Dohrendorf has been practicing law in greater Phoenix for over 15 years. She’s been with the Stewart Law Group and its predecessor firm since 2007, becoming a partner in 2015. A lawyer at heart even as a child, her dedication, hard work, and exceptional ability turned a youthful dream into reality. At graduation, she received a framed newspaper clipping from her Dad that said, “It wasn’t anything that you did or didn’t do as parents. I was born to be a lawyer!” In 1997, she graduated cum laude from Northern Arizona University with a Bachelor of Science degree in...

Carrie Cravatta had been practicing divorce and family law since 2010 before joining the Stewart Law Group in 2015. She was the exceptional small-town Kewanee, Illinois, kid who, from fifth grade on, dreamed of being a lawyer. Her career aspirations led her to the “Big City” of Chicago where she attended college and law school. Her Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration and Management is from North Central College in Naperville. (Between her sophomore and junior years, she seized the opportunity to summer in Singapore while working for Allied International.) She obtained her Juris Doctor degree from The John...

Originally from Bosnia & Herzegovina, Ms. Maya Milovic grew up in Cologne, Germany for a portion of her childhood, prior to migrating to the United States. Her roots and personal experiences inspired her to pursue the legal practice in order to create a positive impact and empower others. Ms. Milovic graduated from the Arizona State University Cum Laude with a B.A.S in Interdisciplinary studies. She earned her Juris Doctor from the Arizona Summit School of Law. Ms. Maya Milovic gained legal experience with several reputable firms practicing in the areas of consumer law, criminal defense, juvenile law, bankruptcy,...

Arizona Adoption Attorney, Jessica Graves, represents birth parents and adoptive parents during the adoption process as well as egg donors, sperm donors, embryo donors. Jessica grew up in Glendale, Arizona, but received her undergraduate degree from the University of Arizona. She remained in Tucson and graduated from U of A's James E. Rogers College of Law with her Family and Juvenile Law Certificate. As an adopted child herself, and with two adopted siblings, Jessica's knowledge and personal experiences offer a unique perspective in adoption law.

Ms. Stromfors practices Family Law and handles cases, including, but not limited to, Paternity, Annulment, Child Custody, Parenting Time, Child Support, Spousal Maintenance, Business Valuation, Orders of Protection, and Post-decree matters involving enforcement or modification of the original Decree. Additionally, Ms. Stromfors practices in the area of Juvenile Law for matters such as Termination of Parental Rights, Adoption, Guardianship and Dependency.

Ms. Stromfors’ extensive court experience and practice provide her the skill and knowledge to vigorously advocate on behalf of her clients. She represents her clients with a commitment to informed representation and appropriate resolution.

A compassionate advocate for her clients and a tough opponent in a wide range of matters, Jilyane Acevedo Henry, Esq. is a family law attorney at Stromfors Law Office. She is a member of the State Bar of Arizona and has been practicing law since 2015.

Her impressive academic career includes graduating sixth in her class at Arizona Summit Law School, where she was a member of the Family Law Student Association, and received a Merit Scholarship, earned a place on the Dean’s List and received a Certificate of Service for her involvement in the community.

As a practicing attorney, Ms. Acevedo...

Mr. Dudley is certified to practice in the Arizona Supreme Court as well as the United States District Court for the District of Arizona.
Unlike many lawyers and law firms who take on cases and assign them to an associate attorney, paralegal, or legal assistant, you will see Mr. Dudley even after the initial consultation, as he handles nearly all aspects of your case personally.

According to the State Bar of Arizona, one of the most common complaints voiced by clients of family lawyers relates to clients not being able to reach or communicate with their lawyer.

Although Mr. Dudley prefers...

Mr. Sander was born and raised in Oregon. After completing high school, Mr. Sander joined the United States Marine Corps where he served as a diesel technician and marksmanship instructor while serving two tours in Iraq with the 1st Marine Division. Upon being honorably discharged from the Marine Corps, Mr. Sander attended college at California State University, Long Beach. Mr. Sander earned his law degree from Arizona State University’s Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law in 2016; graduating in the top third of his class.
During law school, Mr. Sander worked exclusively for family law and criminal defense firms. Additionally, Mr....

I Graduated from Arizona State University, Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law in 2010 with highest distinction for Pro Bono service and was inducted into the National Order of Barristers, an honor given to only ten students from each graduating class for accomplishments in courtroom advocacy. After law school I worked for a plaintiff's consumer protection firm assisting in litigating fair debt collection act violations. I then began work at the Taylor Law Office. For a short while I left and began work at the Navajo County Public Defender's Offfice where I received invaluable training and experience...

Navigating the complex maze of divorce and custody is challenging enough. Going through it with a special needs child, who is especially vulnerable to family conflict, changes in their environment, or modifications to the family routine, requires a different level of support and understanding. Similarly, exiting an abusive relationship requires counsel who understands the dynamics and works to insulate you and your children from further victimization. As a parent with first-hand experience, I've dedicated my law practice to helping families in these situations. No one wants to go through a divorce and disrupt their family's well-being. The goal is...

Law Offices Michael E Ziton PC is a Trusted and Established Litigation Law Firm. Michael Ziton is a Practicing Member of the Arizona Bar for 25 Years. You Need a Winning Lawyer on Your Side. Michael Ziton is Nationally Recognized as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer in America.

Michael Ziton Lawyer admitted to the Arizona Bar in 1992. Michael Ziton established his criminal defense practice in 2001 to protect the rights of the accused. With more than 80 jury trials, Michael Ziton has tremendous experience in the courtroom. It is important to have an attorney that knows the...

Mitchell E. Cohen, a graduate of New York Law School has been practicing law in Arizona since October 1982. Limiting his practice to all aspects of Family Law, Mr. Cohen is licensed to practice in all Arizona Courts as well as the U.S. Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of the United States. Mitchell Cohen previously owned the Law Office of Mitchell E. Cohen in Tempe, Arizona and has been the lead attorney on over 3,000 family law matters. Mitch Cohen is intimately aware of both the financial and emotional issues associated with divorce, custody and support issues. ...

Shawnna Riggers of Arizona Family Law Attorneys has been practicing law since 2006. Shawnna is dedicated to providing professional and efficient counsel to clients facing family law matters. She is always compassionate in her approach and diligent in helping them secure the best possible results. For her dedication, Shawnna was named Attorney of the Year for the East Valley (2010-2011) by the Family Lawyers Assistance Project (FLAP), and was recognized as one of the top pro bono lawyers in Arizona by the Arizona Foundation for Legal Services and Education.

Amanda Jones Johnson grew up in the Bootheel of Missouri. After college in Jonesboro, Arkansas she moved to Seattle, Washington to attend law school in 1999. In a Legal Writing class her second year she met her future husband and after graduation they opened a law practice together in La Conner, Washington.

When he left the practice she opened an office in Mount Vernon, Washington. She worked in Estate Planning and as a Guardian ad Litem for Allegedly Incapacitated Adults, eventually receiving so many Family Law referrals that it became her primary area of practice. In that capacity she handled dissolutions,...

Stephen Vincent is a founding member and attorney at State 48. Stephen has a passion for the law and teaching. He has combined those loves as the head of new client intake and head of legal education programs. He also is the firm’s main researcher and works on all appellate cases. Stephen Vincent, Attorney, is a lifelong writer who uses this skill to explain clearly and memorably a client’s case to judges. A native of St. George, Utah, Stephen attended Arizona State University for law school where he interned for the Goldwater Institute and worked as a Justice Court mediator. After...

At the Law Office of Steven N. Cole, Steven N. Cole is the founder and managing partner. He is a highly skilled divorce attorney in Phoenix with over 25 years of experience in Arizona family law. He and his legal team have helped thousands of individuals and families successfully resolve their family law problems over the years, and he can help you, too. He can help you make sound decisions about the future as he guides you throughout every stage of the legal process. Attorney Cole truly cares about his clients' well-being, and he offers appointments on weekends as well...

Stuart is the principal attorney at The Peterson Law Firm and will personally handle every aspect of your case within the firm. His first position out of law school focused on consumer bankruptcy filings wherein he spearheaded hundreds of bankruptcy cases within his first year of practice. This hands-on experience led him to handle complex issues involving heightened emotions and a need for optimal resolution for his clients. His current practice focuses both on consumer bankruptcy and in family law. His initial practice of bankruptcy has allowed him to be able to assist family law clients in complex financial issues...

In practice since 1988. Ethical, professional legal representation in all matters related to family law. From child custody, Marriage planning, Separation, Divorce, Child Custody, Estate Planning, Powers of Attorney, Deeds, to Last Will and Testament and more. When represented by Laura Cardinal, you may be assured; your matter becomes her concern.

Angela is a knowledgeable, detail-oriented and empathetic individual. She is also a dominant yet approachable attorney who always seeks to create trust with her clients and colleagues. Angela actively partners with her clients throughout every step of their case and never discounts the emotional turmoil which her clients may be experiencing. While Angela will always enthusiastically advocate for her clients in the courtroom, her first objective is to work closely with them to evaluate whether there is an opportunity to adequately resolve the issues out of court. Although the courtroom process is sometimes necessary for the protection of...

Mr. Winter received his B.A. in Government & Politics in 1990 from St. John's University and then received his Juris Doctor from St. John's University School of Law in 1993. He has extensive practice in Family Law, Divorce Mediation, Divorce Collaborative Law, Probate Law, and Civil Litigation. Mr. Winter is admitted to practice law in Arizona, Connecticut, New York and Florida. He is also admitted to practice in the United States District Court, District of Connecticut. As a native of Connecticut, Mr. Winter was actively involved in the local community and was a member of the Board of...