Brian Petersen
Founding Partner: Edwards & Petersen, PLC
As the middle child in a family of nine children, Brian learned the value of negotiation and compromise early in life. Today, he is a member of the State Bar of Arizona Sections on Litigation, Business Law, and Bankruptcy, as well as the Professional Chapter of the J. Reuben Law Clerk Society and the Arizona Consumer Bankruptcy Counsel. Brian attended Arizona State University, graduating Magna Cum Laude in 2009. From there, he enrolled in the Phoenix School of Law, obtaining his J.D. in 2011. While in law school, Brian received certification in mediation training and became a flagship member of the American Indian Law Clinic. Brian embraced the many organizations and volunteer opportunities available to law students, including: • Serving on the Executive Board of the Phoenix School of Law Student Bar Association • Volunteering at the Phoenix School of Law High School Law Day • Volunteering for the Phoenix School of Law Day of Service • Wills for Heroes with the State Bar of Arizona • Volunteer Lawyers Program Friends of the Bankruptcy Court Brian's commitment to volunteering his legal expertise continues today at organizations such as the Volunteer Lawyers Program Debt Clinic. Between high school and college, Brian served as a missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, completing his mission in Montreal, Quebec. He not only became fluent in French during his mission, he found greater strength and support in his faith and developed a love of volunteering that continues today with organizations such as the Boy Scouts of America. While pursuing his undergraduate degree, Brian married Bethany, a wonderful woman whose incredible strength supports him in all he does. Together, they have four beautiful children. The family enjoys spending time together camping, playing basketball and water sports, and watching movies. A particular favorite is game night with family and friends. When he has time, Brian also enjoys woodworking. Associations:
- Family Law
- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
- Divorce
- Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
- Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
- Juvenile Law
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Free Consultation
During your free consultation we will discuss the facts of your case and the desired outcome. We will discuss the strengths and weaknesses of your matter and how to proceed forward. If your situation requires in depth review of documents, drafting of documents or research, a fee is charged at that point. - Credit Cards Accepted
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Contingent Fees
Personal Injury Matters only.
- Arizona
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- French: Spoken
- Founding Partner
- Edwards & Petersen, PLC
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- Attorney
- Rafael Tirado & Associates, PLC
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- Law Clerk
- Winsor & Tirado, PLC
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- Legal Intern
- Invictus Law, P.C.
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- Legal Assistant
- Winsor & Marco, PLC
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- Arizona Summit Law School
- J.D. (2011)
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- Arizona State University
- B.A. (2009) | Sociology
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- Honors: Magna Cum Laude
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- Top 40 Family Lawyer Under 40 in Arizona
- The American Society of Legal Advocates
- Top 40 Under 40- Family Law
- The American Society of Legal Advocates
- Top One Percent - Arizona
- National Association of Distinguished Counsel
- Client's Choice Award - Family Law
- Avvo.com
- Top Contributor - Family
- Avvo.com
- State Bar of Arizona # 029370
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- MCBA Young Lawyers Division
- Executive Board Member
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- Activities: Executive Board Member Co-chair Domestic Violence Committee
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- The American Society of Legal Advocates
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- J. Reuben Clark Law Society
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