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Amy Elizabeth Dohrendorf, experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in Chandler, AZ with 314 reviews
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06 Feb, 2025 by Belinda russell
Quick, Easy, and Painless. For someone who had anxiety about taking the leap to start my own business, Nielson Law Group and specifically Levi melted my hesitation and gave me confidence that I have a partner invested in my future successes.
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08 Jan, 2025 by David farrell
Levi & Team have always been very responsive to my needs and have exceeded my expectations. Highly recommended.
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25 Nov, 2024 by Dustin runyon
If I could give 6 stars I would. Levi, Evan and their staff were absolutely amazing throughout the whole process. They are incredibly knowledgable and patient. I would recommend them to anyone who need assistance with regard to taxes past, present or future.
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Jennifer A Mihalovich, experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in Chandler, AZ with 304 reviews
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06 Feb, 2025 by Belinda russell
Quick, Easy, and Painless. For someone who had anxiety about taking the leap to start my own business, Nielson Law Group and specifically Levi melted my hesitation and gave me confidence that I have a partner invested in my future successes.
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08 Jan, 2025 by David farrell
Levi & Team have always been very responsive to my needs and have exceeded my expectations. Highly recommended.
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25 Nov, 2024 by Dustin runyon
If I could give 6 stars I would. Levi, Evan and their staff were absolutely amazing throughout the whole process. They are incredibly knowledgable and patient. I would recommend them to anyone who need assistance with regard to taxes past, present or future.
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Todd D Simpson, experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in Chandler, AZ with 198 reviews
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25 Jan, 2025 by Wade johnson
Todd represented me in in a divorce case, he was very honest with me and upfront with what I could expect, he far surpassed my expectations, his honesty was unexpected and greatly appreciated
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18 Nov, 2024 by Becky leonard
Todd is a man of integrity and professionalism. His thorough dedication to ensuring dads get equal rights gives hope to a difficult time in life.
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22 Oct, 2024 by David siegel
Greg is a pro! He expertly managed my case until its very favorable completion. He always returned calls and emails promptly. Top notch!!
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Annette Cox Sandoval, experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in Chandler, AZ with 20 reviews
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28 Nov, 2023 by Emily
Annette and Team, - I just wanted to express my gratitude for your help with my divorce and everything that came with it. I came into all of this very naive - believing that we could be as fair as possible and never expecting things to turn as ugly as they did. I never could have imagined how selfish and hateful someone I've always admired for their kindness could be. It was terrifying and humiliating feeling like I was under his thumb and almost completely at his mercy. I'm forever grateful for your help in reaching a resolution in my case and for your guidance along the way. It was a very long road and I couldn't have done this without you. You're right, things didn't turn out 100% the way they should have but I have something I haven't felt in years.. Hope. Thank you for helping me break free. And thank you for being an attorney I could trust. I hope you all have a happy holiday coming up and stay well.
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05 Oct, 2023 by Anonymous
Annette helped me regain custody of my daughter years ago and was wery insightful throughout the case. Her pricing was fair for what she does. She was referred by another lawyer who spoke very highly of her and I can see why. In the past year I had some questions and she responded to my emails promptly without extra fees which was nice, I went with doing a consultation to have a more in depth conversation as well and she helped me to fully understand more about my new concerns. I recommend her as she is punctual, always prepared and very personal while being professional at the same time.
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23 May, 2019 by Anthony
I have been divorced now for over 10 years and since my divorce have gone through three attorneys. My first experience with my first attorney was horrible and no justice was served in my divorce; my ex wife walked away with everything including my children. Since then I have taken my ex-wife back to court and never really truly been able to get justice served. I recently retained Annette Cox Sandoval as my attorney in a custody battle with my ex-wife. My ex-wife was always used to winning and getting her way and justice was never served until recently when Mrs Cox Sandoval took over my case. Mrs Cox Sandoval was very good at gathering the evidence that I gave her an overtime put together an amazing case!!! My ex even tried to get jurisdiction changed after it being 10 years in Arizona to hometown of Nevada. Mrs Cox Sandoval fought for me and convinced our judge to retain jurisdiction in Arizona (which was key to my custody battle)! Recently we were set to go to custody trial and the day before our trial my ex caved in and settled. I finally got justice served and more importantly, my son is now happy and living with me and his family in Arizona!!! Mrs Cox Sandoval is the best attorney that I've had and I will never have to worry again so long as she is in my corner!!! I highly recommend Annette Cox Sandoval to anyone when it comes to family court and or custody disputes!!!! Annette is the best!!!
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Michael Graham Langford, experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in Chandler, AZ with 32 reviews
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29 Oct, 2024 by Stephanie rozenhart arbet
Scott was easy to work with, communicative and timely! He answered all of my questions regarding the contract and delivered a great final product!
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24 Oct, 2024 by Noelle parker
Scott has been amazing through this process of planning our Trust. I felt comfortable asking questions and letting him know any concerns we may have had regarding our Trust. He does a great job at explaining each step and making it user friendly for us to add our information online. The relief of knowing this has all been done correctly has made us sleep better at night. I highly recommend choosing him for all your Living Will/Trust needs.
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28 Aug, 2024 by Anonymous
Not a man of his word. Violating verbal agreements. Not performing and not responding.
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Louis K Lombardo, experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in Chandler, AZ with 102 reviews
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26 Oct, 2024 by Shelley burgess
Stewart Law Group was my choice in a recent divorce. I had the pleasure of working with Jenny Mihalovich. She was not only professional and knowledgeable about family law, but I felt that she really listened and understood my point of view in the stressful and difficult situation that often comes with a divorce.
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14 Aug, 2024 by Christie black
Jenny was wonderful. She is professional, smart, savvy, and a fierce advocate. Worth every cent.
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15 Jul, 2024 by Eliza howard
I am very fortunate to have my lawyer as my Jenny Mihalovich from Stewart Lawgroup. She fought so hard for me during the entire 17 months of my divorce process. Yes, it took 17 months becahse the opposing lawyer didn’t do her job. She kept me informed every time there’s progress or lack thereof. I went to my mediation knowing she will represent me and my children’s interest and she did. She actually made the opposing lawyer look weak and obviously unprepared. It was amazing to watch her work and show even the retired judge how she went there prepared and she’s there for my interest. It was obvious right off the bat the mediating retired judge was in my ex’s side. It was amazing how Jenny had to teach the judge what an amazing lawyer can do.
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Michael David Miller Jr, experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in Chandler, AZ with 9 reviews
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10 Dec, 2021 by Anonymous
At first Michael Miller seemed to be caring, a good listener, and very reassuring about what needed to be done for what should have been a simple divorce. Unfortunately that didn't last long and after that it was very hard to find out what was going on with my divorce. I would ask questions and receive very short texts with legalized terms that I didn't understand...so of course following up with more questions cost more money. The final straw was when I found out from my ex husband that the divorce was finalized 5 days prior. When I contacted the office about this the response was almost like "oops." So if you're looking for someone who doesn't communicate and not proactive about keeping you informed about your divorce, Michael Miller is your guy.
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20 May, 2021 by Daniel
In my honest opinion there couldn’t be a better attorney for high risk custody cases. I needed an aggressive and articulate litigator and Mr. Miller provided me with the legal protection I needed in order to feel fully protected. I have advocated for pro se representation for a long time, but I will certainly use attorney in the future for any of my family law needs.
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14 May, 2018 by Tony
Absolutely amazing results. Does exactly what he says he’s gonna do! I did exactly what he instructed me to do it all worked out perfect. My divorce and clean and I want for custody. And I’m am the male, but my intentions were sincerely In the best interest of my children. Michael Miller made sure everybody knew it. To superior courts in two different states, appeals, FBI, sheriff department, local police department, governors, just for starters. My divorce and custody case was so extraordinary the lead detective here in Arizona is actually writing a book. With mr. Michael Miller, Esquire you get what you pay for. He’s worth every penny.
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Christa Banfield, experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in Chandler, AZ with  reviews
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What a Child Support Lawyer Can Do for You

A child support lawyer specializes in legal issues related to the financial support that one parent provides to another for the upbringing of their children. These lawyers assist with establishing, enforcing, and modifying child support orders, ensuring that the financial needs of the child are met, including housing, food, healthcare, education, and other essentials. A child support lawyer can also represent parents in disputes over the amount of support, ensure fair calculations based on income, and handle legal proceedings if one parent fails to meet their obligations.

Whether you're seeking to establish child support, modify an existing order, or enforce payments, a child support lawyer can help you navigate the legal system and protect your rights and the well-being of your child.

When Should I Hire a Child Support Lawyer?

You should consider hiring a child support lawyer when you need assistance with any of the following child support matters:

  • Establishing child support: If you are going through a divorce or separation and need to establish a child support order, a lawyer can help ensure that the support amount is fair and accurately calculated.
  • Modifying child support orders: If there has been a significant change in circumstances, such as a job loss, income change, or a child's financial needs, a lawyer can help you request a modification to the existing child support order.
  • Enforcing child support payments: If the other parent has failed to make court-ordered child support payments, a lawyer can help enforce the order through legal means such as wage garnishment, property liens, or even legal action.
  • Disputing child support calculations: If you believe the child support amount has been incorrectly calculated based on your income or expenses, a lawyer can help you challenge the calculation and seek a fair adjustment.
  • Paternity disputes: If paternity needs to be established before child support can be ordered, a lawyer can assist with DNA testing and legal proceedings.
  • Interstate child support cases: If the parents live in different states, navigating child support laws can be complex. A lawyer can help ensure the proper jurisdiction is established and that child support is enforced across state lines.
  • Child support during custody disputes: If child custody and child support are being determined simultaneously, a lawyer can help ensure that both issues are resolved fairly and in the best interest of the child.

Hiring a lawyer early can help ensure that your child support case is handled effectively and that your child's financial needs are met.

What Does a Child Support Lawyer Do?

A child support lawyer provides a variety of legal services to help parents secure, modify, and enforce child support arrangements. Their responsibilities often include:

  • Filing for child support: A lawyer can help you initiate the legal process to obtain a child support order, ensuring that all necessary documentation is submitted and deadlines are met.
  • Calculating child support: A lawyer can help ensure that child support is calculated fairly based on both parents' incomes, the needs of the child, and other factors such as healthcare and education costs.
  • Negotiating child support agreements: If both parents are willing to negotiate, a lawyer can help facilitate an agreement on child support outside of court, which can then be approved by a judge.
  • Representing you in court: If negotiations fail or the other parent contests the child support amount, a lawyer will represent you in family court, presenting evidence and making legal arguments to support your case.
  • Modifying support orders: A lawyer can help you file a request for modification if circumstances change, such as a loss of income or an increase in the child’s financial needs.
  • Enforcing child support: If the other parent is not making court-ordered payments, a lawyer can take legal steps to enforce the order through wage garnishment, property liens, or other measures.
  • Handling complex cases: In cases involving high incomes, self-employment, or complicated financial situations, a lawyer can help ensure that all relevant factors are considered in determining child support.

How Are Child Support Lawyers Paid?

Child support lawyers typically charge for their services based on the complexity of the case and the type of legal work required. Common payment methods include:

  • Hourly rate: Most child support lawyers charge by the hour, with rates ranging from $150 to $500 or more, depending on the lawyer’s experience and location. The total cost will depend on how much time the lawyer spends on your case, including preparation, negotiations, and court appearances.
  • Flat fee: For more straightforward cases, such as uncontested child support agreements or basic modifications, some lawyers may offer a flat fee that covers all services related to the case.
  • Retainer: Many lawyers require a retainer, which is an upfront payment that is billed against as the lawyer works on your case. The amount of the retainer depends on the expected complexity of the case.
  • Sliding scale or pro bono services: Some lawyers offer sliding scale fees based on income or provide pro bono (free) services in cases where clients cannot afford to pay full legal fees, especially when children’s needs are at stake.

It’s important to discuss fees with your lawyer during the initial consultation to understand how much you will be charged and what services are covered.

How Much Does a Child Support Lawyer Cost?

The cost of hiring a child support lawyer varies depending on the complexity of the case, whether it's contested or uncontested, and the lawyer’s experience. General cost estimates include:

  • Uncontested child support cases: Legal fees may range from $1,500 to $5,000, depending on the complexity of the paperwork and the lawyer’s fees.
  • Contested child support cases: Legal fees can range from $5,000 to $20,000 or more, especially if the case involves significant court time.
  • Hourly rates: Lawyers typically charge between $150 and $500 per hour for child support cases, with higher rates for more experienced attorneys or cases that involve complex financial issues.
  • Modification or enforcement: Fees for modifying or enforcing a child support order may range from $2,000 to $10,000, depending on the complexity and the need for court intervention.

Always ask for a detailed cost estimate during your consultation so you can plan your budget accordingly.

Top Questions to Ask a Child Support Lawyer

Before hiring a child support lawyer, it’s important to ask questions to ensure they are the right fit for your case. Key questions to ask include:

  1. What experience do you have with child support cases?
    Ensure the lawyer has experience handling cases similar to yours, whether it’s establishing, modifying, or enforcing child support orders.
  2. How do you charge for your services?
    Clarify whether the lawyer charges by the hour, offers flat fees, or requires a retainer, and ask for a detailed estimate of the total cost.
  3. What is the likelihood of success in my case?
    Ask the lawyer for an honest assessment of your case and any potential challenges you may face.
  4. How long will the process take?
    Child support cases can take time, so ask the lawyer how long they expect the process to last and what factors may cause delays.
  5. Will you personally handle my case?
    In larger firms, junior attorneys or paralegals may handle parts of the case. Make sure you know who will be managing your case and representing you in court.
  6. What documents should I prepare?
    Ask the lawyer what financial documents and other information you should bring to help them calculate child support and build your case.

How to Check the Credibility of a Child Support Lawyer

To ensure you are hiring a reputable child support lawyer, take the following steps to verify their credentials and track record:

  • Verify their bar status: Check with your state bar association to confirm that the lawyer is licensed to practice and has no history of disciplinary actions.
  • Look for family law experience: Review the lawyer’s website or professional profile to ensure they specialize in family law and have successfully handled child support cases similar to yours.
  • Read client reviews and testimonials: Look for client reviews on platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google to see what previous clients have said about the lawyer’s professionalism and success rate.
  • Ask for references: A credible lawyer should be able to provide references from past clients who have worked with them on child support matters.
  • Check for certifications: Some lawyers may have certifications in family law or membership in organizations like the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML), which can indicate their expertise in child support and family law issues.

What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?

To make the most out of your first consultation with a child support lawyer, it’s important to come prepared with relevant documents and information. Here’s what you should bring:

  • Income documents: Bring pay stubs, tax returns, W-2s, or any other documentation of your income and the other parent’s income, as this will be used to calculate child support.
  • Existing child support orders: If there are any existing child support or custody orders, bring copies for the lawyer to review.
  • Child-related expenses: Provide documentation of your child’s medical bills, education expenses, daycare costs, and any other expenses that should be factored into the child support calculation.
  • Communication with the other parent: Bring any communication between you and the other parent regarding child support, whether through emails, text messages, or written agreements.
  • List of questions: Prepare a list of questions about your case, the legal process, and the lawyer’s fees.

By preparing thoroughly for your consultation, you can help the lawyer assess your case more effectively and provide the best possible legal advice on how to proceed.

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