Skull Valley Lawyers

LILIA ALCARAZ has over 20 years of experience in immigration and tax law. She is licensed as an attorney in Arizona and California and has been certified as a specialist in immigration and nationality law by the State Bar of California. Her work today brings her before federal courts and administrative agencies across the United States, at US ports of entry, and to US diplomatic missions worldwide. While growing up in an immigrant community as the first member of her family to be born in the United States, Lilia bore first-hand witness to the struggles immigrants face when trying to adapt...

Tucson criminal defense Attorney Michael Pittman founded Your Arizona Lawyer with the goal of providing comprehensive legal advice and a professional ear for those who are facing stressful legal issues. He knows how important it is that all of his clients feel well taken care of, no matter what they are facing. In addition, his firm will never treat you are another number or offer a cookie cutter strategy. Your case isn’t one-sized-fits-all so you should never have a defense solution that isn’t tailored to your needs. Michael Pittman will do everything possible, including putting his considerable insights and experience...

David graduated Summa Cum Laude as co-valedictorian of his class from Arizona Summit Law School and received his LL.M. from Arizona State University School of Law. He is licensed to practice in all state courts in the State of Arizona and in the Federal District Court – District of Arizona. David previously founded and worked at AZ 3D Law, a nonprofit law firm that assisted low-to-moderate income individuals with family law, bankruptcy, probate, and estate planning cases. David found the work very rewarding, and appreciated the opportunity to help people who otherwise could not have afforded legal representation. David’s favorite thing...

Jared E. Holland is the senior partner in Holland Law Group, PLLC's Flagstaff office. A southern Arizona native, Jared moved to northern Arizona in 2007 after graduating from law school at Arizona State University. Jared is very accomplished in and has extensive experience in many areas of law, including civil litigation, probate administration and litigation, estate planning, civil, business and contract law, bankruptcy, debtor representation, and family law. Jared is also a licensed fiduciary, certified by the Arizona Supreme Court and a trained mediator. Jared is one of a handful of attorneys appointed by the Coconino County Superior Court to...

Jacob Smets, was born in Chandler, AZ to blue collar parents. Jake's most prominent quality is a hard work ethic, a principle he learned from his folks. Jake graduated early from Northern Arizona University with two Bachelor of Science degrees in American Political Studies and History with a minor in global studies. Both degrees were earned while playing on the college hockey team, the NAU Ice Jacks.

Upon graduating from NAU, Jake worked in sales and technology for six months before attending the University of South Dakota School of Law in Vermillion, SD. Throughout law school, Jake was active in...

Education attorney Hope Kirsch has both courtroom and classroom experience. She has been a litigation attorney for over 20 years in NY, NJ and Arizona. Prior to her law career, Hope was a a special education teacher and school administrator for nearly 20 years in New York City, working with children with autism and children with severe emotional disabilities and behaviors in a variety of settings, from self-contained classes to hospital schools. Her practice for the past 12 years has been devoted to special education law representing students and their families throughout Arizona in matters ranging from IEPs...

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...

Joel has mediated over 1500 commercial cases and arbitrated more than 150. His website www.joellevineesq.com details his extensive legal, business and ADR experience and it’s worth noting Joel is highly regarded by attorneys who have observed him work.

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Adam Studnicki has over 20 years of experience in business and law. He has recovered over $100 million for clients in personal injury cases. A graduate of Harvard Law School with Honors, Adam combines legal skills and knowledge, along with real-world experience and applied wisdom, to help find creative, pragmatic and successful solutions to problems.

I was born and raised in Tucson, affectionately known as the Old Pueblo. I am a passionate advocate for my clients, known for providing personalized and effective representation. I approach each case with empathy and a meticulous attention to detail, recognizing the uniqueness of every situation. I pursued my undergraduate studies at the University of Arizona and later attended Phoenix School of Law, where I graduated cum laude. During my law school years, I worked for the Arizona Court of Appeals and a local criminal defense and family law firm in Phoenix. After graduating, I relocated to Mohave County to work...

Ari is a seasoned family law attorney with over 10 years of experience practicing divorce/legal separation, child custody, child support and grandparent rights. She graduated from the University of Arizona College of Law and is highly regarded for her work in the family law community, earning multiple recognitions as a top attorney in this field. Ari is deeply involved in the community, volunteering with Emerge Domestic Violence Clinic, Step Up to Justice, and Innovations for Justice. Ari has taught legal classes at Pima Community College as well as developed training programs for legal advocates. She regularly teaches continuing legal education...

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...

Steve Leshner has been practicing law in Arizona since 1976. He is a charter member of the first group of lawyers in Arizona in 1991 to be certified as a specialist in Injury and Wrongful Death Litigation. He is a Past President of the Arizona Trial Lawyers Association, has been included in Best Lawyers in America, named an Arizona Super Lawyer, is an Associate of the American Board of Trial Advocates, is AV-rated by Martindale Hubbell, and is a Life Member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. He is a co-author of the chapter on Negligence in the Arizona Tort...

Whether it’s divorce, custody issues, prenuptial agreements or adoption, this veteran-led law firm will help you navigate this challenging time in your life. Kristina Cervone has over 12 years of experience helping her clients move their lives forward with justice, fairness and compassion. Serving families throughout Arizona, Cervone Family Law is available to advocate for your special situation.

Aaron brings his over thirty years of practice in family law litigation to the firm, along with a passion for advocating for his clients rights in family law cases. Aaron is a Certified Family Law Specialist by the State Bar of Arizona, has been selected as a Super Lawyer, and is A/V rated by Martindale-Hubbell. He is skilled in all aspects of family law litigation, including collaborative divorce, mediation, and trial. Aaron's main areas of practice include: Divorce, Collaborative Divorce, Family Law, Child Custody & Visitation, and Child Support.

RONALD TOCCHINI has served as a strategic advisor and advocate for several Fortune 500 companies and hundreds of emerging-growth ventures. His law practice includes immigration, international trade, and other cross-border business transactions. He has represented clients at multiple domestic ports of entry across the United States, as well as at US diplomatic missions abroad in Beijing, London, Mexico City, Milan, and São Paulo. Mr. Tocchini is a native of San Francisco. He currently lives in Phoenix and spends his limited free time working as an unpaid manservant to two young boys.

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...

I am a certified specialist in worker's compensation by the State Bar of Arizona. I have been practicing workers' compensation law in Arizona since 2004 representing injured workers almost exclusively.

I have practiced exclusively in the area of workers' compensation law for the last 17 years and I am fluent in Spanish. I am located in Phoenix but I also maintain a statewide practice with an emphasis on our Yuma County clients/office. I have also lectured at The Industrial Commission Annual Seminar (2018) and I am a member of Los Abogados, The Hispanic Bar Association and the Maricopa County Bar Association.

As a bi-lingual litigator, I have dedicated my practice to representing the Spanish community. I have a lot of family from Mexico and really appreciate their culture and...

Hallam Law Group is an experienced felony trial law firm with an outstanding history of working in criminal courtrooms throughout Arizona. Our law firm offers quality legal counsel in various areas of law including: assault, felony DUI, robbery, domestic violence, sexual abuse, felony shoplifting and many more. Hallam has steered through over a thousand criminal cases and some high-level felonies such as sex crimes, and homicides. Contact our skilled attorneys for a free consultation.

Martin is a Trial Lawyer & Certified Specialist in Personal Injury and Wrongful Death. Everyone agrees he has a great reputation for obtaining significant settlements and jury verdicts for injury victims. This reputation attracts lawyers and clients all over the country seeking his help with their personal injury and wrongful death cases. Martin is not afraid of any big corporation, high-profile celebrity defendant, or the cast of lawyers they employ. In 1988, Martin began his Arizona career after working in one of California's largest and most prestigious personal injury firms. He joined G. David Gage...

State Bar Admissions: Arizona 1999, Kentucky 1996, Georgia 1996, Tennessee 1994. As of 2014, Anthony W. Clark, Attorney and Counselor™ has appeared as attorney of record and directly supervised attorneys acting on behalf of more than 12,000 (twelve thousand) individuals and companies in various matters pending before state and federal courts since 1994. No professional discipline before any court or bar association, no incident of professional liability. Education: Bachelor of Arts 1989, University of Kentucky, Communication, Latin American Studies. Juris Doctor 1993, Chase College of Law at Northern Kentucky University. Married more than 20 years...

Education Arizona State University (B.A.), Chapman University School of Law (J.D.) Expertise Brad Rideout is the lead attorney at Rideout Law Group in Scottsdale, Arizona. Specializing in Family Law, Criminal Defense Law, and Juvenile Law, Brad has built a solid reputation as a trusted Scottsdale attorney. Reputable media outlets such as AP News, The Washington Post, and ABC 15 have acknowledged his legal expertise, with further recognition from publications like In Touch Weekly and People magazine. After laying a foundational understanding of law at Arizona State University, Brad pursued advanced legal studies at Chapman University School of Law. Here, he sharpened his expertise, particularly...

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Charles 'Chuck' Runyan graduated from Arizona State University with a BS in Chemistry. He completed his Ph.D. in Chemistry at Texas A&M and then his JD law degree at James E. Rogers College of Law at the University of Arizona in Tucson. He is admitted in Arizona, California (inactive), Texas (inactive), and at the USPTO.

Chuck has worked with individual inventors and companies of all sizes for over 20 years. He has held law firm and in-house positions at Bard/Becton Dixon in Tempe, Arizona,...

A Minnesota native and graduate of the prestigious William Mitchell College of Law in St. Paul, John worked as an Assistant City Attorney for the city of Windom immediately after passing the bar. During his four-year term, he handled a variety of different cases and honed his legal and courtroom skills. In 1996, he visited Arizona and decided to make it his home. He has never looked back. From 1996 to 1998 he was Deputy County Attorney for the Maricopa County, Major Crimes and Vehicular Crimes Bureau. During his tenure with the County Attorney’s Office he saw first-hand the impact...

Chris Zachar of Zachar Law Firm has over 23 years of personal injury and wrongful death law experience in Phoenix, Arizona. Chris is a Certified Specialist in Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Law, only 1% of ALL Injury lawyers in Arizona have this distinguished honor. Chris, an injury lawyer in phoenix is a member of the Board of Directors of Arizona Trial Lawyers Association, and has achieved a lifetime member status in AZTLA. He is also a member of the American Association for Justice, the Maricopa County Bar Association, and the State Bar of Arizona. As part...

Whitney L. Sorrell, Jr. is the sole practitioner at Sorrell Law Firm, PLC. Whitney practices law in the areas of federal taxation, sophisticated estate planning, probate and trust administration, IRS tax disputes , business formations and transactions. Whitney received his bachelors degree in Bank Financial Management in 1987 from Arizona State University; his MBA (summa cum laude) in 1995 from the University of Phoenix; and graduated from the Arizona State University College of Law in 1998. He has been a certified public account (CPA) in Arizona since 1993. He is admitted to practice in all Arizona State Courts, the Federal...

Jeff Miller has spent almost 40 years representing injured parties in personal injury matters, particularly complex matters such as professional malpractice, nursing home abuse and neglect, construction, trucking and motorcycle accidents. He has tried over 50 cases to verdict and has had the highest verdict in Arizona with a psychiatric malpractice matter. Like the other partners in Miller Kory Rowe LLP, he does not handle large numbers of cases so that personal attention can be paid to each client. He is certified as a Specialist by the Arizona State Bar in the are of Personal Injury and Wrongful Death law,...

I have been practicing law in Arizona since 1993, having moved here from Ohio straight out of law school. I spent six years employed at a large downtown law firm in Phoenix, Arizona. Having seen countless victims of wrongful death and injury first-hand, and the suffering and their losses, it was only a matter of time until I started my own law firm fighting for the 95% that cannot afford large firm fees of $400/hr. It was and remains my goal to represent individuals who cannot afford big firm fees, with the same quality, drive, and caliber of...

After graduating from the University of Arizona with degrees in Physics and Astronomy, she worked as a Systems Engineer for Raytheon in Tucson. Eventually, Teri found that engineering work didn’t satisfy her need to connect with people and to try to improve the lives of others. She took a job as a paralegal at a personal injury firm to get some exposure to the practice of law, and discovered that she found the work very fulfilling. Teri then went on to attend law school at Arizona State University. Upon admission to the bar, Teri immediately began a career focused on...

Chad Pajerski is a highly qualified and experienced attorney who specializes in criminal defense cases. He has been licensed by the State Bar of Arizona since 1999. Mr. Pajerski delivers excellent service to his clients by taking a personal, vested interest in each individual case. Pajerski Law does not employ junior attorneys or associates, thereby ensuring that all aspects of each case are handled exclusively by Mr. Pajerski himself. Unlike large firms that handle a high volume of cases, Pajerski Law limits the number of active cases to fewer than 20. By doing this, Mr. Pajerski can ensure that each...

"DEDICATED TO GIVING A VOICE TO THOSE SERIOUSLY INJURED
OR KILLED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF OTHERS"

Robert H. Kleinschmidt earned his B.S. degree in 1979 from the University of Illinois and his J.D. degree in 1982 from the John Marshall Law School. With 25 years of litigation experience, he is an accomplished trial attorney who focuses his practice in the areas of Medical Malpractice, Birth Injury, Surgical Error; and other serious injuries caused by the negligence of others. He has a passion for children and served for several years as the Chairman of the Board of Gompers Rehabilitation Center, a...

As a former Registered Nurse and an active Attorney in both Arizona and Texas, I understand that your injury is personal to you. My team and I recognize that no two cases are the same. We give each claim the individual care and attention that it deserves. With our no up-front fee structure, we are focused on winning your case. Our team will work tirelessly to ensure you receive the justice and compensation you deserve!

Unlike other law firms, we handle our litigation in-house, which means we keep your case from beginning to end.

With over 25 combined years of...

Ryan was born and raised in Youngstown, Ohio where he remained to complete his undergraduate degree. He attended the University of Mount Union as a student-athlete where he majored in Political Science and competed on the football field. Ryan’s time as a student-athlete taught him great time management and multi-tasking skills that came in handy once he started law school. He enrolled at Arizona Summit Law School in the fall of 2014. Ryan completed his Juris Doctor in 2.5 years, graduating near the top of his class with cum laude honors. Ryan gained his first professional experience as both a...

Russell S. Thompson IV has dedicated his legal career almost exclusively to litigation under consumer protection laws, such as the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, the Truth in Lending Act, the Electronic Fund Transfer Act, the Telephone Consumer Protection Act, the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the Consumer Leasing Act, and the Uniform Commercial Code. Mr. Thompson currently represents consumers in individual and class action lawsuits, and has successfully briefed and argued complex consumer law issues in both state and federal courts. Mr. Thompson, a New York native, moved to Arizona in 2009 after spending considerable time managing restaurants in Florida. During...

Ms. Cassels studied psychology and special education as an undergraduate.  Everything changed in her final semester at Augustana College when a grant was awarded by the Kellogg Foundation regarding juvenile justice issues.  After working on a particularly compelling murder case, where the defendant was just fourteen years old, she abandoned her Ph.D. applications and applied to law school. During law school, Ms. Cassels had the opportunity to do numerous clinical programs.  She graduated at the top of her class and was the recipient of the prestigious Dwight D. Opperman Scholarship. Ms. Cassels clerked for the Honorable Ronald Longstaff,...

My favorite part of being a lawyer is hands down the connections I’m able to form with my clients. I’ve always been a people person, and I love the personal aspect of advocating on behalf of someone. I’ve been fortunate enough to attend a top law school and work in a variety of law firms and offices, representing everyone from everyday Arizona locals to large, multinational corporations. I’ve represented insurance companies and gained invaluable insight into how they operate and evaluate cases. Though I’m thankful for the experience, I much prefer representing the underdog. My approach to cases is to, in...

Cindy Castillo is a board certified criminal law specialist by the State Bar of Arizona. She has litigated criminal matters ranging from misdemeanors to felonies including first degree murder, manslaughter and complex designated cases, throughout Arizona. She has represented clients in juvenile court, misdemeanor and superior courts, federal court, forfeiture proceedings, administrative board hearings, MVD hearings, Rule 11 competency hearings, Simpson hearings and appellate courts. She has successfully represented numerous professionals governed by licensing authorities that include board members of publicly traded entities, doctors, dentists, psychologists, chiropractors, nurses, realtors, appraisers, airline pilots, commercial truck drivers, actors as well as professional...

The Law Offices of Trent R. Buckallew, PC provides aggressive criminal and DUI defense throughout the State of Arizona. Mr. Buckallew is a Board Certified Specialist in Criminal Law, having been certified by the State Bar of Arizona. Mr. Buckallew has significant experience in representing individuals in both felony and misdemeanor cases, has practiced in almost every county in the State of Arizona, and has a proven track record for achieving favorable outcomes in countless cases over the course of his career. Having earned both his Law Degree (JD) as well as a Master's Degree in Forensic Science (MFS), Mr....

Roya graduated from the University of Texas at Austin in 2006 with Bachelor degrees in History and Spanish—in the Honors program. In 2009, she earned her Juris Doctorate from the University of Wisconsin Law School. While in law school, Roya was a member of the Wisconsin International Law Journal and authored a published article. Although born in Memphis, Tennessee, Roya’s parents are from the Middle East. Roya has traveled the world learning about other cultures, languages, peoples, and food. She has taught English in China, and studied in Turkey and Spain. She has also engaged in...