Business Details
Your Trusted Family Law & Estate Planning Partner in Prescott
Willison Law, PC provides premier family law and estate planning services in Prescott, Arizona. With over two decades of legal experience, including criminal prosecution and family law specialization, we offer compassionate, personalized representation tailored to each client's unique needs. Our practice focuses on resolving complex matters such as divorce, child custody, spousal maintenance, and estate planning while prioritizing client well-being and future security. Founded by Stephanie Willison, a former prosecutor with expertise in crimes against children, our firm combines legal acumen with deep understanding of family dynamics.We serve traditional and blended families, emphasizing transparent communication, ethical practice, and community involvement through local Girl Scouts and pro bono work. Our Avvo-rated practice has successfully resolved contentious cases, including multi-year custody disputes, while maintaining a client-centered approach that values prompt communication and clear billing practices.
Services
Divorce
Child Custody
Spousal Maintenance
Estate Planning
Wills
Trusts
Domestic Violence
Legal Separation
Grandparent Rights
Mediation
Highlights and features
- Over 20 years of combined legal experience in family law and criminal defense
- Compassionate advocacy with personalized case strategies
- Avvo-rated practice with proven success in complex cases
- Transparent billing practices with itemized service fees
- Community-focused attorney with local Girl Scouts involvement
Associations and certifications
- Avvo-rated family law firm
- American Institute of Family Law Attorneys 10 Best in Client Satisfaction for 2017
What people say
Best attorney in Prescott
Compassionate and empathetic
Professional and effective
Prompt communication
Community-focused attorney
Services
Divorce
Our Prescott divorce attorney handles all aspects of marital dissolution including asset division, child custody, and spousal support. We develop personalized strategies to protect client interests while minimizing emotional stress. With experience in Arizona's no-fault divorce system, we guide clients through petition filing, temporary orders, and trial proceedings when necessary.
Child Custody
We advocate for clients in legal decision-making and parenting time matters. Our practice addresses custody modifications, paternity disputes, and domestic violence concerns while prioritizing children's best interests. We help establish visitation schedules and resolve disputes over education, healthcare, and religious upbringing in accordance with Arizona family law.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services include wills, trusts, and powers of attorney to ensure asset distribution according to client wishes. We help clients avoid probate through revocable and irrevocable trusts while addressing medical directives and financial decision-making authority for incapacity scenarios.
Domestic Violence
We represent both victims and accused individuals in domestic violence cases. Our services include obtaining restraining orders for victims and defending against false allegations. We address custody implications and work to protect clients' rights regarding firearm ownership and criminal record consequences.
Child Support
We assist with child support calculations based on Arizona guidelines, modification requests due to income changes, and enforcement actions for delinquent payments. Our practice addresses income verification, extraordinary expense exceptions, and modification requirements for changing custody arrangements.
People
Stephanie Willison
Founding Attorney
Stephanie Willison, founding attorney of Willison Law, PC, PC, brings extensive legal experience from both prosecution and family law practice. A University of Arizona law graduate with 20+ years of experience, she focuses on divorce, custody, and estate planning while maintaining community involvement through local Girl Scouts.
Questions
What factors determine child custody in Arizona?
Arizona courts prioritize the child's best interests, considering their relationship with each parent, living conditions, schooling, and any domestic violence allegations.
How are child support payments calculated in Prescott?
Arizona guidelines use parents' income, number of children, and custody arrangements to determine support amounts, with exceptions for high-income households.
What estate planning documents are essential?
Wills, trusts, living wills, and powers of attorney are crucial for asset distribution, medical decisions, and financial management during incapacity.
Can I modify existing child custody arrangements?
Yes, modifications require demonstrating changed circumstances affecting the child's best interests through formal court proceedings.
What happens during Arizona divorce proceedings?
The process involves petition filing, temporary orders, discovery, mediation attempts, and trial if unresolved, with courts addressing asset division and parenting plans.
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