- Divorce
- Child SupportChild support is the amount of money that the custodial parent receives from the non custodial parent to support the minor children. The mathematical calculation for child support takes into account several factors and is calculated pursuant to Arizona's Child Support Guidelines. You can review a copy of the Child Support Guidelines at www.azcourts.gov
- Child Custody and VisitationChild custody is often one of the most important issues in many divorce and paternity cases. Custody issues are also extremely emotional and can be the most fiercely litigated topic in any family law matter.
- Paternity
- Guardianship
- Spousal SupportSpousal maintenance, more commonly known as alimony, is an amount of money that is paid by one spouse to another to assist that spouse's support. Unfortunately, there is no specific mathematical calculation used to determine the amount of spousal maintenance that should be awarded to a spouse in Arizona. The amount and duration of a spousal maintenance award is determined by a number of factors and on a case by case basis.
- Child Abuse6. Which parent is more likely to allow the child frequent and meaningful continuing contact with the other parent. This paragraph does not apply if the court determines that a parent is acting in good faith to protect the child from witnessing an act of domestic violence or being a victim of domestic violence or child abuse.
- Criminal DefenseUnderstanding your rights when facing charges can be the matter between fines and jail time. Criminal court trials in Phoenix require aggressive and experienced representation.
- Business FormationOur attorneys are experienced business lawyers who have represented a variety of types of businesses. We help businesses develop a strong foundation for success with well-written business formation documents, contracts and other related business documents.
- Business DisputesPrepare your business for success with well written business documents. Our attorneys are experienced in all business law matters.
- Limited Liability CompaniesIf the shareholders provide written consent, the corporation can avoid double taxation by becoming an S corporation. Corporate income is taxed as shareholder income in relation to shareholdings. Not all businesses can become S corporations. Limited Liability Companies are becoming a popular alternative to S corporations.
- Landlord-Tenant DisputesDisagreements between renters (tenants) and landlords (or property managers) are common place and when a resolution cannot be made between the two on their own, a landlord tenant attorney can often help.
- Estate PlanningProtect your family and your loved ones by planning for the future. Attorney Tom Leavell has over 10 years of experience practicing Estate Planning and Elder Law in Phoenix.
- WillsPower of attorneys become valuable during an incapacitation. A last will & testament can name guardians for dependent children while a trust can control how and when assets are distributed to beneficiaries.
- TrustsLiving trusts have become popular tools for families of various economic levels because of their ability to control distributions, avoid probate, maintain privacy and help some larger estates avoid estate taxes.
- Power of AttorneyA financial power of attorney is used to appoint a person called an agent (not necessarily and often not a lawyer) to make financial decisions when you are unable. This person can ensure your bills stay paid during a trip or illness and handle a wide scope of other activities listed in the document.
- Probate