About AZ Family Law Lawyer · Phoenix
AZ Family Law Lawyer is the family-law division of My AZ Lawyers (My Arizona Lawyers, PLLC), an Arizona-based law firm with offices in Phoenix and Mesa. From its Roosevelt Street office in central Phoenix, the firm offers affordable family-law representation — divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, paternity, domestic violence, orders of protection, and prenuptial agreements — to clients across the Phoenix metro and throughout Arizona. The same firm also operates Arizona Zero Down Bankruptcy Lawyers ($0-down Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy filings). It emphasizes individualized attention, payment plans, same-day appointments, and free initial consultations.
AZ Family Law Lawyer (a division of My Arizona Lawyers, PLLC) is an Arizona family law practice headquartered at 343 W Roosevelt Street, Suite 100, Phoenix, AZ 85003, with an additional Mesa office at 1731 W Baseline Rd #101. The firm describes itself as affordable and client-centered, providing Phoenix, Mesa, Glendale, Avondale, Tucson, Sierra Vista, Peoria and statewide representation in divorce and family-law matters including child custody and visitation, child support, spousal support/alimony, paternity, division of assets, grandparents' rights, prenuptial agreements, modifications, domestic violence, orders of protection, restraining orders, civil harassment lawsuits, same-sex divorce, and collaborative divorce. The firm's lawyers — including named associates such as Alison Briggs (a former social worker and victim's advocate with a background in family and criminal defense law), Katherine V. Stapleton, and Craig Raymond (a Senior Associate with roughly 25 years of practice in Arizona) — use arbitration, mediation and litigation to resolve disputes while keeping costs in mind. Lead attorney/manager Candace E. Kallen has been publicly identified as the firm's managing attorney. Free, no-obligation consultations, payment plans tailored to each client's budget, and same-day appointments are advertised as standard offerings. The associated brand Arizona Zero Down Bankruptcy Markets the same firm operates handles Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy filings with $0 down, same-day bankruptcy filings, debt negotiation and emergency filings for clients across Maricopa County and the rest of Arizona. The firm does not, on its public-facing site, claim a Catholic or specifically faith-based identity.
- Owner
- Candace E. Kallen (Managing Attorney, My Arizona Lawyers, PLLC)
- Serves
- Phoenix, Mesa, Glendale, Avondale, Peoria, Tucson, Sierra Vista, Maricopa County, and the state of Arizona
- Rating
- Trustpilot: 3.8 out of 5 (54 reviews) for My AZ Lawyers; third-party listing (limburi.com) references ~930 reviews with an aggregate score around 4.5 for My AZ Lawyers overall
About the Firm
AZ Family Law Lawyer is the family-law brand of My Arizona Lawyers, PLLC, an Arizona law firm serving Phoenix, Mesa, Glendale and the rest of Arizona. The practice advertises itself as affordable and client-focused, with free initial consultations, payment plans for every budget, and same-day appointments in most cases. Lawyers and staff are described as treating each client as an individual and providing 'quality and cost-effective representation.'
- Managing Attorney: Candace E. Kallen (Arizona Bar No. 030938)
- Senior Associate: Craig Raymond — nearly 25 years practicing Arizona law
- Associate Attorney: Alison Briggs — former social worker and victim's advocate
- Associate Attorney: Katherine V. Stapleton
Practice Areas
The firm handles the full range of Arizona family-law matters, using arbitration, mediation and litigation as appropriate. Each case is screened and approached with the goal of minimizing cost while protecting children and family stability.
- Divorce (contested and uncontested)
- Same-sex divorce
- Child custody and visitation / parenting time
- Child support
- Spousal support / alimony
- Paternity
- Prenuptial agreements
- Division of assets
- Grandparents' rights
- Modifications
- Domestic violence
- Orders of protection
- Restraining order defense
- Civil harassment lawsuits
- Collaborative divorce
- Mediation and arbitration
Phoenix Family Law Office
The Phoenix office is located at 343 W Roosevelt Street, Suite 100 in Phoenix's Central City corridor (ZIP 85003), close to the downtown court complex. The site emphasizes that every family-law situation is unique and that the firm's local Phoenix team tailors its approach accordingly.
- 343 W Roosevelt St #100, Phoenix, AZ 85003
- Phone: (480) 680-9126
- Free, no-obligation consultations
- Payment plans for every budget
- Same-day appointments in most cases
Mesa, Glendale, Avondale, Peoria & Tucson Coverage
Beyond Phoenix, the firm lists dedicated contacts and intake lines for the Phoenix/Mesa area, the Glendale/Peoria area, and the Tucson/Sierra Vista area, allowing prospective clients to reach the office nearest them. Avondale is also a named city in the practice area.
- Mesa, AZ office at 1731 W Baseline Rd #101, Mesa, AZ 85202
- Service area: Phoenix, Mesa, Glendale, Avondale, Peoria, Tucson, Sierra Vista, and statewide Arizona
Collaborative Divorce & Alternative Dispute Resolution
The firm offers collaborative divorce for couples who wish to resolve their differences outside of court. Both parties and their respective lawyers agree to openly share information and work toward settlement rather than litigation. Per the firm's own writing, this 'can make legal cases, such as divorce, a more positive experience for all parties' and can reduce emotional and financial stress.
- Collaborative law process
- Mediation
- Arbitration
- Litigation when necessary
Domestic Violence, Orders of Protection & Harassment
The firm helps both petitioners and respondents in domestic-violence matters. Per the site, an Order of Protection is the civil court order Arizona law uses to prohibit an abuser from contacting or approaching a victim; the firm also defends against false accusations and handles violations of restraining orders, which are criminal offenses. A separate civil harassment lawsuit track covers stalking, cyberbullying, and abuse from non-family parties.
- Orders of protection (filing and defense)
- Restraining-order violation defense
- Civil harassment lawsuits for stalking and cyberbullying
Custody, Visitation & Child Support
During divorce, the firm notes that custody and visitation rights often involve 'quite a bit of gray area' and that each situation produces different outcomes. Attorneys help parents understand every step of custody and visitation decision-making, establish paternity when relevant, and pursue child support orders that reflect actual parenting time and income — noting the common misconception that a 50/50 parenting plan eliminates the need for support.
- Child custody / parenting-time agreements
- Visitation planning
- Paternity establishment
- Child support orders and modifications
Divorce, Spousal Support & Property
The firm handles contested and uncontested divorce, same-sex divorce, spousal support (alimony), division of assets, grandparents' rights, prenuptial agreements, and post-decree modifications. Spousal support may be ordered monthly or as a lump sum depending on earning power and length of marriage; the firm states it will fight for clients' financial security regardless of circumstances.
- Divorce and same-sex divorce
- Spousal support / alimony
- Division of assets
- Prenuptial agreements
- Grandparents' rights
- Post-decree modifications
Arizona Zero Down Bankruptcy (Related Brand)
The same firm operates Arizona Zero Down Bankruptcy Lawyers (arizonazerodownbankruptcy.com), a $0-down Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy practice serving Phoenix, Maricopa County, and statewide Arizona. Per the bankruptcy site's hours, the office is open Monday–Thursday 8 AM–7 PM and Friday 8 AM–6 PM, with evening and weekend appointments available. Same-day filings trigger an automatic stay that can stop foreclosure, repossession, wage garnishment, utility shut-offs, and creditor harassment.
- Chapter 7 bankruptcy ($0 down for qualifying filers)
- Chapter 13 bankruptcy (3–5 year reorganization)
- Emergency / same-day filings
- Debt negotiation and debt relief
- Court filing fees: $335 (Ch. 7) / $310 (Ch. 13), waivable in installments
- Phone: (602) 609-7000
- Hours: Mon–Thu 8 AM–7 PM, Fri 8 AM–6 PM, evenings/weekends by appointment
Free Consultations, Payment Plans & Client Experience
The firm advertises a free, no-obligation consultation for both family-law and bankruptcy matters. Payment plans — including the $0-down bankruptcy option and flexible family-law payment plans built around the client's budget — are emphasized throughout the site. Client testimonials highlighted on the firm's reviews page praise specific staff and attorneys (e.g. Katie/Katherine V. Stapleton, Jacqueline/Jackie, Alison Briggs, Lisa the paralegal, KJ, Selena) for communication, organization in court, and willingness to work with small budgets.
- Free, no-obligation consultation
- Payment plans for every budget
- Same-day appointments in most cases
- Credit-reported post-bankruptcy payment plans for credit rebuilding