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Rich J. Peters
Divorce and Family Law Attorneys. We Take Sides. Yours.
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Biography
The firm is located near downtown Phoenix. Although most of our clients come to us from Maricopa County, we are also pleased to provide legal services in the area of Divorce and Family Law throughout the state. Our goal is to provide quality legal representation to our clients and to make the unpleasant process of terminating a marriage more bearable. We strive to be caring, dedicated professionals whose idea of a successful resolution of divorce and family law matters is one which produces the best possible result for our client, at the lowest possible cost. We avoid costly and wasteful harassment tactics and aggressively resist those tactics if employed by opposing counsel. Our overriding concern is, as it should be, the best interest of our clients.
Education
- University of Arkansas School of Law
- J.D. (1992)
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- Honors: Deans List
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- Arizona State University
- B.S. (1989) | Business Marketing
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Professional Experience
- Attorney Owner
- R.J. Peters & Assoc., P.C.
- - Current
- Current owner and practicing attorney.
- Judge Pro Tem
- Maricopa County Superior Court
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- Associate Attorney
- Jon C. Dake and Assoc., P.C.
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- Associate Attorney
- Bellah and Harrian
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- Associate Attorney
- John T. Fields & Associates
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- Attorney Owner
- Law Office of Rich J. Peters
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Publications
Articles & Publications
- Angel Player Loses Round in Child Support Case
- Arizona Republic
Speaking Engagements
- Pro Se Representation
- Arizona Community Legal Assistance Volunteer Lawyers Program
- Pro Se Representation
- Arizona Community Legal Assistance Volunteer Lawyers Program
- Pro Se Representation
- Arizona Community Legal Assistance Volunteer Lawyers Program
- Pro Se Representation
- Arizona Community Legal Assistance Volunteer Lawyers Program
- Pro Se Representation
- Arizona Community Legal Assistance Volunteer Lawyers Program
Awards
- Top 10 Attorneys
- National Academy of Family Law Attorneys
- Outstanding Contributions to the Family Lawyers Assistance Project
- Arizona Community Legal Assistance Volunteer Lawyers Program
- Lead Counsel for Family Law
- Lead Counsel Review Board
- For Love of Just Award
- Arizona Community Legal Assistance Volunteer Lawyers Program
- Certificate of Appreciation
- Family Law Assistance Project--FLAP
Professional Associations
- Arizona Association for Conflict Resolution
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- Association of Family and Conciliation Courts
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- Maricopa County Bar Association
- Member
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- Arizona State Bar # 014601
- Member
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- W.B. Putman American Inn of Court
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Arizona
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Fees
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
Practice Areas
- Divorce
- Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
- Family Law
- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
- Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
Languages
- English
- English: Spoken, Written
Legal Answers
- Q. My ex wife ask for a ua that I provided the day she asked and another because she wanted it observed now she wants a hai
- A: A hair follicle exam can be a perfect way for you to alleviate any and every concern as it provides a historical assessment of your consumption of anything illegal. But, I would need to know more about your situation to determine whether her requests are excessive. Are there court orders in place which allow her to demand testing? And obviously if you are concerned about the results of a potential hair follicle exam, you should discuss your options with a qualified counsel.
A qualified and experienced family law attorney can of course assist you in considering your options and then getting where you need to be. Most of us offer free, 1/2-hour consultations, in which your matter can be discussed ... Read More
- Q. What are my after judgment options to file besides appeal in Arizona family court?
- A: You need to file your Notice of Appeal on or before the 30th day after the entry of the ruling on your rule 83 motion. You cannot be one day late. Although I don't know the specifics of your matter, and although there are exceptions to every rule depending on the circumstances, I expect that your only option at this point is a Notice of Appeal. Filing a rule 84 motion will NOT expand the time frame. Filing a rule 85 motion will NOT expand the time frame for the underlying ruling which denied your rule 83 Motion.
Again, there are exceptions and I would need to know more to give you more precise advice.
Please come in soon. We can certainly help you consider and then pursue your ... Read More
- Q. What’s the chance I get full custody in arizona? Left Ohio with my child to be close to my family for more support.
- A: If the child has not lived in Arizona for the greater part of the last 6 months, then Arizona does not have “home state jurisdiction”. Currently, the matter would LIKELY have to be pursued in Ohio. I WOULD NEED TO KNOW MORE to determine if there are other theories that would allow Arizona jurisdiction over the child custody matter.
If you are able to litigate in Arizona, one of the two parents would likely be awarded primary parent status with the other parent having a long-distance parenting plan due to the distance between you. Which parent that is would be decided by the Court using factors to determine what is in the child’s best interests. With respect to which state has jurisdiction, ... Read More
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