Business Details
14 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Family Law Partner in Tempe, AZ
The Peterson Law Firm is a dedicated legal practice serving families in the East Valley region. Our mission centers on delivering tailored legal advice that addresses each client's unique needs and goals. We prioritize personalized representation, ensuring clients work directly with the attorney handling their case rather than intermediaries. Our team maintains consistent communication throughout legal processes while offering empathetic support during emotionally challenging times.With specialized expertise in family law matters including divorce, child custody, and property division, we provide knowledgeable representation grounded in Arizona-specific legal frameworks. We offer complimentary initial consultations to help clients understand their options without financial pressure. Our practice philosophy emphasizes accessibility, with direct attorney contact and timely responses to client inquiries.
Services
Divorce Representation
Child Custody
Child Support
Property Division
Bankruptcy
Spousal Support
Parenting Time
Domestic Violence
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- Personalized legal strategies tailored to individual family circumstances
- Direct attorney access with consistent communication throughout cases
- 24/7 availability for urgent legal matters and client inquiries
- Specialized expertise in Arizona family law and divorce proceedings
- Complimentary initial consultations with no financial commitment
What people say
Prompt responses
Compassionate approach
Knowledgeable representation
Reasonable fees
Direct attorney access
Services
Divorce Representation
Our firm provides comprehensive legal support for divorce proceedings in Arizona. We guide clients through the complexities of marital dissolution while protecting their interests. Our approach combines legal expertise with compassionate counsel to address property division, spousal support, and post-divorce modifications. We serve clients across the East Valley region.
Child Custody
We specialize in legal decision-making and parenting time arrangements. Our attorneys help establish custody agreements that prioritize children's best interests while protecting parental rights. Services include custody modifications and enforcement actions across the East Valley area.
Child Support
Our firm handles child support determinations and modifications based on Arizona's legal frameworks. We help clients navigate payment calculations, enforcement actions, and modifications due to changing circumstances. Our representation extends to both custodial and non-custodial parents.
Property Division
We provide expert guidance on dividing marital assets and debts according to Arizona's community property laws. Our services cover complex financial matters including business valuations, retirement accounts, and real estate division for clients in the East Valley region.
Bankruptcy
The firm offers bankruptcy representation focusing on Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 filings. We help clients understand debt discharge options while protecting their rights during proceedings. Our services include creditor negotiations and court representation in Arizona jurisdictions.
People
Stuart J. Peterson
Principal Attorney
Stuart Peterson founded The Peterson Law Firm to provide accessible family law representation. With experience in bankruptcy and family law, he focuses on protecting client interests during divorce proceedings. He graduated from Arizona State University Law School in 2012 and holds Arizona bar admission.
Questions
How does Arizona determine child support in 50/50 custody arrangements?
Arizona courts consider parental income, parenting time, and child expenses to ensure fair support arrangements.
What factors influence child custody decisions in Arizona?
Courts prioritize the child's best interests, evaluating parental involvement, stability, and the child's adjustment to home and school environments.
What evidence is most effective in family court cases?
Documented communication, financial records, and consistent parenting schedules provide strongest evidentiary support for family law matters.
How does Arizona divide property during divorce proceedings?
Arizona follows community property principles, typically dividing marital assets equally while considering business ownership and financial contributions.
What services does The Peterson Law Firm specialize in?
We focus on family law matters including divorce, child custody, child support, property division, and bankruptcy cases in the East Valley region.
