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I was born and raised in Wyoming. I started Cates, Hanson, Sargeant & Rakestraw, PLC in 1997 and I am currently the managing partner. I practice primarily in the area of Criminal Defense. I travel throughout Arizona representing clients in various criminal matters, including Murder, Manslaughter, Negligent Homicide, Assault, Aggravated Assault, all drug crimes including transportation for sale of large quantities of cocaine and marijuana. I travel to Kingman, Yuma, Prescott, Holbrook, Bisbee, Flagstaff. any court in Ariozna.

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

Clark Watkin has been a trial lawyer for over 30 years, representing clients throughout Arizona with the expertise, sound judgment and "street sense" acquired "in the trenches" as a trial attorney. He began his career as a felony prosecutor and has spent the balance of his career handling complex civil cases in the State and Federal Courts. He is dedicated to providing his clients prompt, professional, courteous and fairly-priced services, direct attorney-client communications, and something even more important -- results.
Individualized strategies

Every client and every matter - from serious personal injury accidents and wrongful death claims, to commercial litigation involving business, real estate and construction lawsuits - receives an individual assessment and analysis, along with a litigation strategy custom-designed to fit the facts, and satisfy the client's goals.

I am grateful to have worked in and experienced the processes of large firm bankruptcy practices. The lack of personal service and caring between attorneys and clients was a driving factor in starting my own legal practice. Clients should trust that their bankruptcy attorney is available when they need him, not be pawned off to a secretary or paralegal. My concern for each client drives my pursuit for personal service.

Beyond the improved attorney-client relationship, less overhead costs yield more competitive fees. My primary objective is to provide clients with the most competent services at an affordable price. My firm’s mission is to provide the level of comfort and communication each client deserves while achieving the maximum advantage during the bankruptcy.

I have filed hundreds of Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies. I have submitted several Chapter 13 bankruptcy plans and have received confirmations after Trustee’s recommendations. I have represented hundreds of clients in 341 meeting of creditors and 2004 examinations.
I have appeared before every Bankruptcy Court judge sitting in the Federal Bankruptcy Court of Arizona, always advocating for my clients with unyielding diligence and candor.

I have negotiated favorable settlement agreements with creditor attorneys to help clients keep their personal possessions. Clients can rest assured that they are in good hands.

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.

I help people force insurance companies to give them what they deserve.

I usually work with people who have been hurt, like in a car crash, once they realize that the insurance company is not their "good neighbor" or that they are not in "good hands."

I represent people throughout the Phoenix metropolitan area and the State of Arizona, including residents of the following cities:

Mesa AZ
Phoenix AZ
Scottsdale AZ
Chandler AZ
Tempe AZ
Apache Junction AZ
Gold Canyon AZ
Gilbert AZ
Queen Creek AZ
Peoria AZ
Glendale AZ
Youngtown AZ
Casa Grande AZ
Yuma AZ
Coolidge AZ
Ahwatukee AZ
Levine AZ
Goodyear AZ
Paradise Valley AZ
Prescott AZ
Payson AZ
Flagstaff AZ
Tucson AZ
Avondale AZ
Carefree AZ
Cave Creek AZ
Clifton AZ
El Mirage AZ
Florence AZ
Fort Huachuca AZ
Globe AZ
Higley AZ
Sedona AZ
Sun City West AZ
Sun Lakes AZ
Surprise AZ
Tolleson AZ


I can help you with the following problems:

- Car Crash
- Auto Crash
- Truck Crash
- Semi Truck Crash
- Motorcycle Crash
- Car Accident
- Auto Accident
- Semi Truck Accident
- Truck Accident
- Motorcycle Accident
- Pedestrian Accidents
- Dog Bite
- Animal Bites
- Fractures
- Broken Bones
- Back Injury
- Neck Injury
- Brain Injury
- Boating Accident
- Dangerous Products
- Products Liability
- Recalled Products
- Food Poisoning
- Harassment
- Defamation
- Libel
- Slander
- Medical Negligence
- Hospital Negligence
- Doctor Negligence
- Physician Negligence
- Medical Malpractice
- Hospital Malpractice
- Doctor Malpractice
- Physician Malpractice
- Prescription Drug Injuries
- Nursing Home Neglect
- Nursing Home Abuse
- Slip Trip or Fall
- Wrongful Death

If you need help with these or other similar problems please call me at 480-854-4766, or e-mail me at gil@gilshuga.com

At the Daly Law Firm, I offer clients responsive legal services individually tailored to their needs in family law matters, employment law, immigration issues and bankruptcy. Please use the link below to read more about attorney Douglas Daly of the Daly Law Firm, with offices in Phoenix and Scottsdale.

I've lived in the Phoenix area for more than 25 years, so my roots are deep and my commitment to the community strong. Phoenix metro area clients have come to depend on me for quick, clear answers to their questions and meticulous preparation. Contact me for assistance with any of the following:

Family law: Contested and uncontested divorce, child custody disputes, child support, spousal maintenance and alimony, paternity issues as well as orders of protection

Employment law: Wrongful termination, sexual harassment, hostile work environment and discrimination based on age, race, gender, religion, national origin, disability

Immigration law: Employment-based immigration, family-based immigration, naturalization, deportation defense

Bankruptcy: Chapter 7, Chapter 13, Chapter 11 business bankruptcy

Marc McCain has lived in the Phoenix area since 1978. He attended Arizona State University where he studied business finance and graduated with highest honors in 1991. After graduating from ASU he worked as a financial analyst with a local litigation consulting firm until he decided to follow his true passion to study law at Arizona State University College of Law. Marc graduated from law school with honors in 1995 and has been practicing in the Phoenix area since that time. In 1999, Marc co-founded McCain & Bursh PLC, Attorneys at Law with his fellow ASU graduate, Darius Bursh.

"DEDICATED TO GIVING A VOICE TO THOSE SERIOUSLY INJURED
OR KILLED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF OTHERS"

Robert H. Kleinschmidt earned his B.S. degree in 1979 from the University of Illinois and his J.D. degree in 1982 from the John Marshall Law School. With 25 years of litigation experience, he is an accomplished trial attorney who focuses his practice in the areas of Medical Malpractice, Birth Injury, Surgical Error; and other serious injuries caused by the negligence of others. He has a passion for children and served for several years as the Chairman of the Board of Gompers Rehabilitation Center, a rehabilitation center for seriously disabled children and adults.

He is a published author with The Arizona Trial Lawyers Association on "The Right to Videotape Depositions". He is a member of the State Bar of Arizona; the Maricopa County and Scottsdale Bar Associations; The American Association for Justice (formerly known as The Association of Trial Lawyers of America) where he is a member of the Birth Trauma Litigation Group, Professional Negligence Group, and the Nursing Home Litigation Group; the Arizona Trial Lawyers Association; and the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and a lifetime member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum - Top Trial Lawyers in AmericaTM. He has created new law in the State of Arizona and has several reported cases used in legal journals.

Personal Service

Mr. Kleinschmidt's office is conveniently located off of the 101 and Via de Ventura in Scottsdale, Arizona. From the first telephone call to our office and throughout your case, you will receive the personal attention of Mr. Kleinschmidt and his staff. Unlike other offices where you speak with an associate, you will speak with and have direct contact with Mr. Kleinschmidt. He will be available to answer all of your questions concerning your case. We understand the personal, emotional, and financial stresses that are put on families when a loved one is injured and we will be with you every step of the way. We pride ourselves on our personal service to our clients. We also understand that no two cases are alike and because of that, we have a strong network of experts and consultants who are preeminent in their fields who can testify regarding the exact issues in your case. Unlike other firms, your case is personal to us and Mr. Kleinschmidt has a unique perspective because he spent the first five (5) years of his practice defending those he now pursues for negligence. He understands how the "other side" thinks and is ready to meet every challenge presented.

Our clients continue to be our best references:

"Our paths united together in a journey of belief and determination. . . . Your ongoing dedication, belief, sincerity and determination has done more than any words can describe." K.B.

". . . thank you from the bottom of my heart for all that you've done for me and my familyâ¦.You were more than just my lawyer, but also a very warm and caring person too. . . .I'll never forget all you've done." R.D.

"No words can express my thanks to you for all the hard work, dedication and kindness you've shown. I will always remember you...Keep doing what you did for me for others...." C.E.

Our office is results based. Below are some representative cases handled by our firm.

Medical Negligence and Malpractice

- Negligent injection of air during cardiac catheterization causing severe brain damage

- Obstetric negligence - tear from vagina to anus of breech infant while in mother's uterus during delivery

- Delay in diagnosis of Hodgkin's disease resulting in death

- Misdiagnosed infection leading to leg amputation

- Failure to diagnose testicular cancer

Birth Injury And Trauma

- Many birth trauma cases involving severe brain injuries

- Uterine rupture resulting in fetal death

- Uterine rupture resulting in brain damage to child

Surgical and Anesthesia Errors

- Simple appendectomy on middle-aged man, resulting in profound brain injury due to anesthesia negligence/error

- Surgical error - cautery gun next to oxygen tank causing flash fire to patient's face

- Surgical error - heart net left inside patient causing cardiac arrest

- Plastic surgical error - botched abdominoplasty causing open, gaping football sized abdominal wound

- Physician contaminated anesthesia medication causing severe reaction and near death to several patients

Child Injuries - (In addition to many birth trauma cases involving brain injuries)

- Misdiagnosis of infection (Pseudomembranous Colitis) in a 10-year old child, causing death

- Pediatric negligence - misdiagnosed hole in heart resulting in infant death

- Dog bite - 10 year old child mauled by pit bull

Drug Related Injuries

- Contamination of the drug L-Tryptophan resulting in schlerederma and auto-immune disease

Automobile/Trucking/Motorcycle Accidents

- Automobile accident resulting in multi-level spinal fractures

- Trucking accident - C-4 quadriplegia and brain injury from the sideswipe of a semi-truck

- Motorcycle accident - 38 year old Native American resulting in neck fracture

- Automobile accident resulting in brain hemorrhage of an 18 year-old student


The Law Office of Robert H. Kleinschmidt, P.C represents clients throughout the State of Arizona including: Phoenix; Glendale; Peoria; Avondale; Goodyear; Litchfield Park; Scottsdale; Tempe; Mesa; Chandler; Gilbert; Queen Creek; Tucson; Nogales; Yuma; Kingman; Lake Havasu; Winslow; Page; Safford; Flagstaff; Prescott; and Prescott Valley.