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Law Office of Scott David Stewart

I am an experienced attorney in Phoenix Arizona and I focus my law firm on 3 areas of the law; Divorce and Family Law, Criminal Law and Bankruptcy.

Family Law
Whether you're facing a divorce, custody battle, or spousal support hearing, facts and information are crucial to supporting your case and protecting your rights. If your spouse has hidden money in bank accounts you never knew existed or suffers from an addiction that could put your children at risk, you need a divorce lawyer who can expose and collect facts important to your case. The Family law attorney's at the Law Offices of Scott David Stewart have experience working with experts in financial and investigative matters. Our attorney's have seen just about every kind of scheme and book keeping shell game used to hide information adn we know where to look, how to investigate, and how to identify suspicious behavior. The Law Offices of Scott David Stewart uses the following kinds of resources in domestic relations cases where additional financial, criminal, or personal information is needed:

Private investigators
Forensic accountants
Data retrieval experts
Hand writing analysts
Background information experts
Exposing Relevant Information

Child custody and visitation can be restricted or denied if a parent has a criminal record, addiction or personal history of mental illness. Likewise, if a parent is involved in a dangerous lifestyle, the court may transfer custody or refuse to grant it. The divorce attorney's with the Law Offices of Scott David Stewart work with private investigators who uncover unsavory facts about your ex-spouse which pose a danger to your children.
We aggressively protect our clients and refuse to let them be taken advantage of. For more information, contact a family law attorney with the Law Offices of Scott David Stewart today. Located in Phoenix, Arizona, our office represents clients throughout Maricopa County, including Mesa, Chandler, Scottsdale, Gilbert, Glendale, Paradise Valley, Litchfield Park, Tolleson, and El Mirage.


Arizona Bankruptcy Lawyer

Firm lawyer Amy Dohrendorf and our entire attorney team are highly qualified to handle your bankruptcy proceedings and to represent you against creditors. Ms. Dohrendorf has handled numerous bankruptcies at other firms, and attorney Scott Stewart has been involved in law office management for several years and has extensive knowledge and in business and finance.

We understand the difficulty of struggling to balance payments and debt with income, and the stress that comes with the possibility of losing your home, business, car and other property. We can provide advice on your bankruptcy options, and handle all bankruptcy proceedings for you.

For a no-charge consultation with a lawyer at Law Offices of Scott David Stewart about Chapter 7, Chapter 11 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies, contact our firm.

If you have questions regarding bankruptcy, debt negotiations and foreclosure actions, contact our firm. We offer free initial consultations and charge reasonable and competitive rates. Our Phoenix office is conveniently located downtown, and our Chandler office is located near the 202 and 101 interchange. Contact us online or call us at 480-813-1050.

Arizona Criminal Defense Lawyer

Criminal defense work requires access to investigative and forensic resources, as well as legal research tools. At the Law Offices of Scott David Stewart, we are constantly evaluating the latest technology and developments in forensics in order to remain on the cutting edge of investigative science. Our DUI and criminal defense attorneys consult with experts across a wide variety of fields, bringing a high level of knowledge and expertise to questions of evidence important in defending our clients. Regardless of how incriminating evidence may look at first sight, expert witness testimony coupled with methodical, skilled case presentation can make all the difference in the minds of jurors.

Our DUI and criminal defense attorneys work with the following kinds of experts in building cases in defense of our clients:

Lab technicians
Ballistic experts
Weapons experts
Skid mark analysts
Blood spatter experts
Breathalyzer technicians
Chemical analysis experts
Accident reconstruction specialists

Whether youâve been arrested for DUI or are facing any criminal charge, criminal court proceedings create stress and uncertainty in people's lives. As criminal defense attorneys, we recognize the importance of being there when our clients have pressing questions, need legal counsel, or are uncertain what to do.
-For after-hours help, we provide a 24-hour answering service

-We accept all major credit cards and payment plans may be available

To discuss questions or concerns you might have regarding DUI or criminal charges filed against you, contact the criminal defense attorneys at the Law Offices of Scott David Stewart today.

I grew up in Winona, Minnesota. I received my undergraduate degrees at Indiana University-Bloomington (B.A. History and B.S. Music). My clients like me because I am results-oriented, and I am able to come up with practical and efficient solutions to difficult situations.

My father died when I was 16, and my mom was in a very difficult financial situation as a result. Both of my parents had been business owners, but once my father passed away, my mom was not able to juggle everything. The result was financial hardship and several years of my mom working two full-time jobs simultaneously. I want to use my personal experiences to help families avoid financial losses and family discord when a loved one dies.

Attorney William D. Black has over 25 years of experience in business law, business litigation, personal injury, medical malpractice law, estate planning, probate and trust litigation and other areas of law. His firm, the Law Offices of William D. Black, is committed to helping clients achieve their legal, business, and personal goals.

For a consultation with a lawyer at the Law Offices of William D. Black, call 602.910.6144 or 1.888.349.3599 or contact us online. Our firm serves clients in the Phoenix metropolitan area and throughout the State of Arizona.

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The Law Offices of William D. Black, to the extent necessary, utilize support staff consisting of paralegals, secretaries, receptionists and interpreters. When appropriate, the firm also enlists top-notch investigators, consultants and forensic experts to assure optimal results for our clients. The firm also employs part-time medical paralegals who are Registered Nurses. They assist in the evaluation of personal injury, medical malpractice and nursing home negligence claims. We also work with many physicians who are Board certified specialists in their medical subspecialties. In his business cases, Mr. Black works regularly with qualified accountants, CPAs, business appraisers, brokers and other respected experts. Through this team approach, we work to create solutions to legal problems and to deliver the best possible services to the client. To expand the services we can provide, we also maintain "of counsel" relationships with the following attorneys in the following respective areas of expertise:

ATTORNEY TIMOTHY J. KAMPER
SERVING "OF COUNSEL" IN THE AREA OF COMPLEX PERSONAL INJURY AND MEDICAL MALPRACTICE CASES-CERTIFIED SPECIALIST BY THE STATE BAR OF ARIZONA IN THE AREA OF PERSONAL INJURY AND WRONGFUL DEATH

ATTORNEY STEPHEN J. McFARLANE
SERVING "OF COUNSEL" IN THE AREAS OF TAX,
ESTATE PLANNING, PROBATE AND GUARDIANSHIPS / CONSERVATORSHIPS - MASTERS DEGREE IN TAX LAW (LLM(TAX), MBA IN BUSINESS ADMINSTRATION AND INTERNATIONAL FINANCE, FORMER IRS TRIAL ATTORNEY

ATTORNEY ROBERT E. WISNIEWSKI
SERVING "OF COUNSEL" IN THE AREA OF WORKERS COMPENSATION-CERTIFIED SPECIALIST BY THE STATE BAR OF ARIZONA IN WORKERS COMPENSATION

ATTORNEY IRENA MAKEETA JURAS
SERVING "OF COUNSEL" IN THE AREA OF INTERNATIONAL LAW, BUSINESS LAW, BANKRUPTCY AND IMMIGRATION-J.D./L.L.M


Mr. Black also regularly associates with certain other attorneys, with the knowledge and approval of his clients, on complex litigation matters. Many of these cases require a team approach and Mr. Black works with a select group of attorneys who are specialists in the required areas. The team delivers optimal results with no increased fee for the client.

The firm maintains a large "in house" law library and is equipped with the latest in computer research, word processing and Internet technology. We use e-mail for communications and are able to implement computerized litigation support. This allows the firm members to maintain a hands-on approach and provides the ultimate in client services and cost efficiency. It is also a necessity, since many of the State and Federal courts in Arizona are now fully computerized and otherwise electronically equipped. E-Courtrooms have already arrived. Even with our emphasis on advanced technology, we work hard to strike the proper balance between technology and personal contact. We also utilize 'focus groups', whenever practical, to assist in our evaluation of cases, strategies and problems.

Our firm concentrates on certain selected areas of the law. When clients have problems in other fields of law or in other jurisdictions, we help them find a well-qualified attorney in the required specialty or in that locality. We invite you to use us as your first contact and source of information for all of your legal needs. For attorneys who refer cases, we pay referral fees, when permitted by our Code of Ethics. Through our many years of practice, we are also familiar with many other professional practitioners, such as physicians (many of whom are board certified specialists), CPA's, business appraisers, stock analysts, etc. We are always willing to give you the benefit of our knowledge to make sure you end up with the right professional for you.

Call The Law Offices of William D. Black at 602.265.2211 or 1.888.349.3599. You can also fax us at 602.265.3685, or contact us online.
Free consultation • Phoenix, Arizona Experienced Lawyer • Meeting locations available throughout the state

Mr. Kenney has prevailed over some tough competition, including several of the largest and most well established law firms in Arizona. He is committed to exceeding each client's expectations by providing legal services in a caring, professional and cost effective manner

ABOUT OUR FIRM: Our expertise and integrity have earned us a reputation as a premier boutique legal firm representing clients in California and Arizona.

Our consistent track record of uncompromising ethics instills confidence and trust. We use cutting edge technologies that allow us to respond quickly, and give you the most relevant information and perspectives.

We enjoy working as a team with tax, insurance, valuation and financial specialists and can facilitate any transaction with your existing advisors or recommend an appropriate professional with the expertise your business matter requires. This ability to work flexibly and as a team gives the Lotzer Law Group, PC an edge when dealing with complex legal matters.

ABOUT TRISHA LOTZER: After ten years of practicing corporate law, both in house and in a law firm, Ms. Lotzer formed her own practice because she knew that by owning and operating her own business she could be more effective in helping her clients. Ms. Lotzer has the unique ability to relate to clients as fellow business owners and understand their needs and concerns. The Lotzer Law Group, PC has allowed Ms. Lotzer to fully realize her passion for working with clients and for helping her clients operate their businesses at the highest level.

Ms.Lotzer is active in a number of professional organizations including the Arizona Bar Association and the California Bar Association. Her public service includes the Arizona Bar Pro Bono Wills for Heroes Program and the American Red Cross Disaster Action Team, with whom she recently volunteered for three weeks in Texas to assist clients in the wake of Hurricane Ike.

Our attorney is also the author of a series of continuing education seminars for business owners and legal professionals including Winning Practice, which she is co-producing with San Francisco 49ers tight end, Brian Jennings.

Trisha treats every client with respect and integrity and is valued for her sound advice, solid experience and strong skill set.

Daryl Manhart is a partner (shareholder) with Burch & Cracchiolo, P.A.. His principal areas of practice are in commercial transactions and real estate, commercial litigation, and civil appeals throughout Arizona. He is the firm's principal appellate attorney. Mr. Manhart also was an adjunct professor of business law, teaching undergraduate and graduate level courses, at Grand Canyon University from 1995 - 2004, in Phoenix, Arizona.

Mr. Manhart's professional engagements and experience include:

* representation of buyers and sellers of both unimproved and developed Arizona real estate

* representation of buyers and sellers of businesses, or with respect to sales of substantial assets of a business

* representation of landlords and tenants with respect to Arizona commercial leases, negotiation, preparation, and litigation

* preparation of documents and advising clients with respect to non-competition covenants and non-disclosure agreements

* representation of title insurance companies in various litigation matters with respect to Arizona properties

* establishing and litigating real property easements

* preparation of documents and advising clients regarding employment, independent contractor, and distributorship agreements

* representation of appliance/consumer product rental companies

* preparation of documents and advising clients regarding contractor, sub-contractor, and other construction contracts and representation in litigation

* advising clients with respect to corporate director, officer, and shareholder matters

* representation of Arizona state and Maricopa County agencies in various litigation and appeals, including opposition to class action claims

* numerous appeals, including special actions, in state and federal appellate courts in diverse civil practice areas for over 30 years. Mr. Manhart is the firm's lead appellate attorney and has extensive experience handling civil appeals of all kinds in both Arizona state and federal (Ninth Circuit and Supreme Court) courts, including personal injury claim and defense cases, professional malpractice, contractor cases, creditor/debtor cases, eminent domain, water rights, bankruptcy, products liability, insurance coverage, domestic relations, and many other areas. The firm's trial attorneys regularly consult with him on significant motions and other matters to help position cases for a successful outcome on appeal. Mr. Manhart is also called upon by attorneys in other firms for consultation on their appeals or for referral as appellate counsel.

I am a Certified Criminal Law Specialist by the Arizona Board of Legal Specialization, and have been practicing law for over 15 years. I specialize in serious and complex criminal litigation, and have tried over 300 cases in my career. I am admitted to practice in all Arizona courts - state and federal.

Mr. Burns has practiced in Arizona in excess of 20 years. He is well versed in many forms of litigation within the Municpal, State and Federal court systems. His practice puts an emphasis on quality of representation with a caring attitude and an open-line of communication with his clients.

Legal Background

Donald W. Hudspeth was admitted to practice law in the State of Arizona in 1988. He practiced corporate law representing financial institutions such as the Bank of Hawaii and founded The Law Offices of Donald W. Hudspeth, P.C. in January 1993. Mr. Hudspeth served as a Professor of Business Law at Arizona State University, West Campus and has conducted classes and seminars for Phoenix College, Maricopa Community Colleges Small Business Development Center, and the Arizona Small Business Association.

Former Business Background

Donald Hudspeth held a stock brokers license by the age of twenty-one and became a business owner by the time he was twenty-three. Mr. Hudspeth is a former owner of multiple businesses and investment real estate both in Kansas and Arizona. Before attending law school, Mr. Hudspeth served as Chief Financial Officer for a furniture manufacturing company in Phoenix. Combining that background with his current experience as a business law attorney, and as a businessman himself, Mr. Hudspeth is dedicated to serving the interests of small business owners and operators and can relate to the challenges and legal issues that face businesses.

Olivier A. Beabeau is a Phoenix native and received his B.A. from Vanderbilt University in 1998, and J.D. in 2001 from The George Washington University National Law Center. Mr. Beabeau has also studied European Union law at the Tulane Center for European Union Law in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, and history and political theory at Birkbeck College, University of London.

While in law school, Mr. Beabeau served as a law clerk to a large multinational law firm in Washington, D.C., where he assisted the antitrust group with issues involving international competition law. Upon graduation, Mr. Beabeau served as a legislative analyst to the Central European and Eurasian Law Initiative (CEELI) in Washington, D.C., where he developed analyses of pending legislation in the region. In particular, his published contributions addressed various aspects of money laundering, public corruption, and administrative procedure, and were developed for presentation to legislators in Serbia and Montenegro and the Republic of Kyrgyzstan. In 2003, Mr. Beabeau returned to Arizona and assisted the offices of United States Senator John McCain with legislative and policy issues.

Mr. Beabeau is a dual citizen of Belgium and the United States. In his free time Mr. Beabeau enjoys tennis, skiing, and traveling with his family.

Jason is dedicated to providing his clients with the highest level of legal representation. He focuses his practice on litigation and alternative dispute resolution.

Prior to joining the Personal Injury Law Office of Barry E. Lewin, P.C. Jason worked as an extern for the City Attorney's Office in Tempe, as a judicial extern for the Hon. Helene Abrams, and as a law clerk for a small mortgage fraud prosecution firm. It was during his clinical experiences with the ASU Mediation and Civil Justice Clinics that he developed an interest for representing clients in litigation matters.

Jason's focus and dedication to school earned him top honors at graduation. Jason ranked towards the top of his class, graduating cum laude from the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law. Along the way he was also named a Pedrick Scholar in his second and third years. This same focus and dedication can be seen in the way he practices law and represents his clients.

Erlichman Law Offices, an Arizona Personal Injury law firm, was originally formed in 1984 by Joseph Erlichman, who has been a practicing trial lawyer in Arizona since 1968. A graduate of St john's School of Law in New York City, he is an active member of the American Association for Justice (AAJ), the Arizona Trial Lawyers Association (AZTLA) and the Arizona State Bar.

Joseph Erlichman is an experienced trial lawyer, who began his career as a prosecutor with the Maricopa County Attorney's Office, and as head of the felony trial group. Beginning with 1980, he has limited his practice to the representation of accident victims, throughout the state of Arizona, as well as nationally.

He has a reputation in Arizona for achieving outstanding results for his clients, both in trials, settlements and arbitrations. Many of his clients are repeat clients who refer others to the firm, in hopes of achieving similar successful results.

The firm retains experts and commits resources to assure that accident victims receive just financial compensation and peace of mind.

Areas of Practice:

Automobile Accidents
Medical Malpractice
Personal Injury
Animal Bites
Slip and Fall
Wrongful Death

Paul Ticen is an associate at Schneider & Onofry and a 2006 graduate of the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law. He defends corporations and individuals in personal injury and wrongful death claims in the areas of general and dram shop liability. His experience in general liability has involved premises liability, including cases with suspected fraudulent activity. His experience in dram shop has involved defending bars and night clubs from allegations of serving alcoholic beverages to intoxicated persons or minors resulting in automobile accidents and violent acts such as gun shootings and assaults.

Paul has represented insurance companies in large loss property subrogation cases, involving fire and water losses arising from product defect, installation error and other causes. He handled cases in Arizona, California and Washington and was actively involved in the origin and cause investigation undertaken shortly after the loss occurred. He has experience with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 921 (Guide for Fire and Explosion Investigations) and 25 (Standard for the Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems). His experience in products liability includes defending claims involving food products and appliances.

Paul conducts pre-lawsuit investigations to gather information and preserve evidence, enabling clients to assess potential exposure to a civil lawsuit.

Prior to entering the legal profession, Paul worked as a claims professional for more than six years with a local insurance company and with a claims management company where he was quickly promoted from personal automobile claims to handling litigated claims. As a Litigation Specialist, he provided representation at numerous mediations and settlement conferences throughout California . He also was selected by the company's Special Investigations Unit to handle litigated files involving suspected fraudulent claims.

Paul handled commercial claims, including commercial automobile, trucking, general liability and liquor liability claims. He handled high exposure claims and has a lot of experience negotiating settlements. His representation was in both pre-lawsuit and post-lawsuit mediations throughout the country.

Paul played intercollegiate baseball at Washington State University for two years. He is an avid college football and professional baseball fan. He is a certified CrossFit trainer, and is a member of Competitive Fitness, a CrossFit affiliate in Chandler. He competed in the Affiliate Cup at the 2009 CrossFit games in Aromas, CA where his team finished 10th out of 97 in one of the workouts. Paul is also a member of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, National Society of Professional Insurance Investigators and the Arizona Insurance Claims Association.