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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.

Alexis Breyer practices solely injury and wrongful death law in Arizona. Alexis has been practicing law with her husband, Mark Breyer, since 1996. We are very selective on the cases we accept and client service is a top priority. We have published a book entitled, "The 13 Biggest Mistakes that can Destroy Your Arizona Injury Case: The Master Guide to Arizona Injury Claims." We offer free - no obligation - consultations and a no fee guarantee for all our clients. We do not take a fee until we receive a settlement check.

Mark Breyer has been practicing law with his wife, Alexis, since 1996. They, from the start, have only focused on injury and wrongful death cases.

Mark is a certified specialist in injury and wrongful death law. This distinction has been awarded to him by the State Bar of Arizona. Less than 2% of attorneys have this distinction.

Mark also has received the highest possible ranking from Martindale Hubbell, a renowned legal source for over 100 years. This award symbolizes the highest legal ability and highest ethics.

Mark lvoes to go to trial and fight for the little guy. Breyer Law Offices is known for taking cases to trial and winning. Mark settles most of his cases but the insurance companies know that he is ready for the fight. Breyer Law Offices strives to help the little guy against the big insurance companies.

Brad Biddle is Standards Counsel for Intel Corporation.

Ms. McCaskill is licensed to practice in all state and federal courts in both Arizona and Washington State and the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. Ms. McCaskill has also represented clients Pro Hac Vice in a number of other jurisdictions.


Ms. McCaskill is an active member of the Arizona State Bar Association, Maricopa County Bar Association, Scottsdale Bar Association, and the Washington State Bar Association.

"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.

Jamal F. Allen founded Allen & Associates, PLC in 1996 to protect the rights of people severely injured by the negligence of others and those who have been charged with felony crimes.

Mr. Allen received a B.A. in Communications from the University of Nevada at Las Vegas in 1990 and his Juris Doctorate from Arizona State University College of Law in 1993.

Prior to founding the firm, Mr. Allen defended insurance companies at a large Arizona civil defense law firm. He also prosecuted a variety of felony matters as a prosecutor in the Maricopa County Attorney's Office.

Today, Attorney Jamal Allen represents clients in cities throughout Arizona, including: Laveen, South Phoenix, Maricopa, Arizona City, Florence, Globe, Mobile, Tempe, Mesa, Apache Junction, Chandler, Gilbert, Glendale, Carefree & Phoenix.

I have been an attorney since 2002. During that time I have handled thousands of cases involving criminal and civil litigation. The focus of my practice is criminal defense, traffic related offenses to include photo radar, and estate planning. Prior to becoming an attorney, I held various positions within the legal field to include process server, law clerk, and private investigator. I am licensed to practice in all Arizona State Courts, the United States District Court for the District of Arizona, and the United States Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit.

Craig J. Rosenstein is an honors graduate of the University of Arizona in Tucson, Arizona. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science in 2002. Following his undergraduate education, Mr. Rosenstein went on to receive his Juris Doctorate degree at Arizona State University Law School. During his time at ASU, Craig was an active member in Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity and clerked for one of the Arizona State Legislators from May, 2003 until August, 2004, while he simultaneously clerked for a solo practitioner until graduating from law school in 2006. After passing the Arizona State Bar in October, 2006, Craig was made name partner of the law firm for which he was working. There he competently handled all of the firms’ business law, civil litigation and DUI defense cases.

Mr. Rosenstein is licensed to practice law in Arizona, as well as the Federal District Courts of Arizona. He is also an active member of various professional organizations, including the State Bar of Arizona, Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice (AACJ), the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL), the National College for DUI Defense, Inc., the American Association of Justice, the American Trial Lawyers Association, the Arizona Trial Lawyers Association, the Legal Committee for the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Legalization (NORML), and Rotary International.

Mr. Rosenstein has represented clients in all aspects of criminal law, including numerous misdemeanor and felony cases. Mr. Rosenstein is an experienced and skilled trial attorney, who focuses on Driving under the Influence (DUI) defense.

Mr. Langley has been a coverage attorney and insurance defense litigator since 1973, having attained his Juris Doctorate degree from the University of San Francisco Law School. He is actively licensed in Arizona and California and has tried in excess of seventy jury trial in federal and state courts including several first party bad faith, serious injury, wrongful death, professional liability, and punitive damages cases. His most recent trial in Arizona involved a False Light Invasion of Privacy and Intentional Interference of Business Relationships case. He has diversified expertise in construction defect, property, fraud, arson and coverage matters including examinations under oath and appraisals, as well as in estate planning. He is also a licensed civil engineer in the State of California.

Mr. Langley is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates, American Bar Association, Arizona and California Bar Associations, Defense Research Institute, Northern California Association of Defense Counsel, Arizona Association of Defense Counsel, and the Maricopa County and Scottsdale Bar Associations. He has presented at various continuing education courses and seminars including the ABA and the Property Loss Research Bureau. In 2004 he was featured in Law Technology News regarding his successful defense of a brain injury trial in Santa Monica, California.

In addition to the practice of law, Mr. Edmunds has served as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer for a multi-million dollar security and surveillance company.