Best Phoenix, Arizona Family Lawyers
Jason B. Castle has over two decades of unique experience in high conflict custody cases, many of which involve allegations of physical, emotional, or sexual abuse. He is also well-versed in helping families with complicated assets including large businesses and complex estates. He began his law career working for the City of Phoenix Prosecutor’s Office, trying criminal cases before juries and judges. In 2005, Jason pivoted into family law and has since worked to resolve a wide variety ...
Nicholas Boca is a Board-Certified Family Law Specialist by the State Bar of Arizona who represents clients throughout Phoenix and the surrounding areas in a wide range of family law matters. At DM Cantor , he works closely with individuals and families navigating significant personal and financial transitions, providing thoughtful counsel and strong courtroom advocacy tailored to each client’s circumstances. Born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona, Nicholas began his legal career at the Ar...
Melissa Benson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Melissa practices law in Phoenix, Arizona Best Lawyers has recognized Melissa Benson since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Melissa Benson is held by other lawyers.
David N. Horowitz is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Family Law, Family Law Arbitration and Family Law Mediation. David N. practices law in Phoenix, Arizona Best Lawyers has recognized David N. Horowitz since 2021. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which David N. Horowitz is held by other lawyers.
Leonce (Lee) A. Richard III is a 30+ year attorney whose practice focuses exclusively on all aspects of family law: Complex divorce cases Valuation and division of businesses and professional practices Division of stock grants, options and retirement plans Determinations of sole and separate versus community property Child custody (legal decision making and parenting time) Financial support (spousal maintenance and child support) Grand parent and third-party visitation and guardianship Patern...
Robert L. Schwartz has been practicing law for over 35 years, specializing in domestic relations. He is a member of the American, Arizona and Maricopa County Bar Associations. He is admitted to practice in the federal courts of New York, Arizona, Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the U.S. Supreme Court. Mr. Schwartz is a fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and former president of the Arizona chapter. He serves as a judge pro tem for the Superior Court of Maricopa County in...
Todd Franks is the founder of the law firm of Franks Cool Houser & McVey, P.C. , located in Phoenix, Arizona. With more than 41 years experience practicing law, he concentrates on family law matters, domestic relations, domestic torts and family law appeals. Mr. Franks offers unique legal services to families and individuals going through challenging and stressful times because of their legal matters. Providing sophisticated legal representation and personal attention to every case, he is...
Mervyn Braude is a divorce lawyer with extensive knowledge of family law and is an advocate for protecting children from abusive and undesirable situations. As a State of Arizona Board Certified Family Law Specialist, Mervyn has the knowledge and experience to help people who are struggling through divorces and custody disputes by keeping his clients apprised of their rights so they can make well informed decisions during this difficult period of their life. Mervyn has expertise in all facets...
Philomena “Mena” focuses her practice in family law. She assists clients with divorces, child custody issues, and post-modification matters. Prior to joining Jaburg Wilk, she practiced family law at another Phoenix law firm. While in law school she was a research assistant to Professor Linda Demaine and was a legal extern for Office of General Counsel, Arizona State University.
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 th...
Brian practices exclusively family law and has significant experience navigating complex legal decision-making, parenting time, child support, spousal maintenance, and property and debt division issues for his clients. He is well versed in high conflict marital dissolution matters, paternity cases, and post-decree disputes and is a skilled trial attorney. However, Brian believes the most effective and efficient way to resolve family law matters is via mediation or alternative dispute resoluti...
Josefa Rodriguez is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Josefa practices law in Phoenix, Arizona Best Lawyers has recognized Josefa Rodriguez since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Josefa Rodriguez is held by other lawyers.
When representing my family law clients, my goal is to achieve the best possible results so that they can move on to the next phase of their lives with a plan for themselves and for their children, and the financial security they need. My experience spans a broad range of family law matters, including divorce, complex property and debt division, business valuations, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, spousal maintenance, child support, community property issues in estate planning, mediati...
