Karen N. Wohlgemuth

Karen N. Wohlgemuth

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Awarded Practice Areas
Commercial Litigation Family Law Family Law: Arbitration and Mediation Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
Karen N. Wohlgemuth
Karen N. Wohlgemuth
Phoenix, AZ
Works at
DM Cantor

1 Best Lawyers award

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Biography

Karen Wohlgemuth is a trial attorney at DM Cantor in Phoenix, Arizona, representing clients in family law and commercial litigation matters. Her practice includes Family Law, Family Law: Arbitration and Mediation, Commercial Litigation, and Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants. Karen works closely with clients to provide practical legal guidance tailored to the specific facts and goals of each case. She is committed to clear communication, thoughtful strategy, and responsive representation throughout every stage of the legal process.

In her family law practice, Karen represents individuals and families in matters involving divorce, legal decision-making and parenting time, paternity, grandparent visitation, child support, spousal maintenance, property division, business and asset valuations, jurisdictional disputes, military benefits, orders of protection, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, contempt and enforcement proceedings, modifications, and appeals. She also handles matters involving allegations of domestic violence, child abuse, substance abuse, and mental health concerns. Karen regularly works with clients facing high-conflict and complex disputes and helps them pursue efficient resolutions through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or litigation when necessary.

Karen understands that legal disputes involving family, finances, and personal relationships can be challenging and emotionally demanding. She takes a client-focused approach designed to keep clients informed and prepared while advocating for their interests both inside and outside the courtroom. By collaborating with financial professionals, mental health providers, and other specialists when appropriate, Karen helps clients address sensitive legal issues with care, diligence, and professionalism.

Works at
DM Cantor

1 Best Lawyers award

DM Cantor logo

Locations

Education

  • University of Nebraska Omaha, B.A.
  • Arizona State University, J.D., graduated 2017

Bar Admissions

  • Arizona, State Bar of Arizona, 2017

Court Admissions

  • Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals- 2017
  • U.S. District Court – 2017

Affiliations

  • Maricopa County Bar Association Family Law Section Board of Directors - Member
  • Maricopa County Bar Association - Member
  • State Bar of Arizona, Family Law Section - Member

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America 2026 for work in:
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Family Law
  • Family Law: Arbitration and Mediation
  • Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
Awards:
  • Paul W. Holloway Trial Advocacy Award, 2017

  • Ladder Down Program, 2019

  • Phoenix Business Journal Rising Star, 2021

  • AZ Big Media Emerging Leader in Arizona Law to Watch, 2026

  • Phoenix Magazine Top Lawyers, 2023, 2025

  • Southwest Super Lawyer Rising Star, 2020-2026

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