Michael J. Shew Ltd.
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We Represent Real People With Real Problems
Since 1995, Michael Shew and his team have represented hundreds of individuals in complex and simple family court cases. We have the experience you need to achieve a favorable outcome in your family court case. We are settlement-oriented and work hard to find creative solutions to resolve disputes amicably and cost-effectively. We also understand what is necessary to achieve the best possible outcome at trial if settlement is not possible.
Michael Shew is one of about 80 attorneys in Arizona who has been certified by the State Bar of Arizona Board of Legal Specialization as a specialist in family law. An attorney has to complete a rigorous application and written examination to demonstrate substantial involvement in family law over a period of years in order to become certified as a family law specialist.
Michael Shew has been recognized by the Supreme Court of Arizona for his work with a volunteer program that assisted litigants representing themselves in family court proceedings. Michael Shew continues to volunteer with this program and from time to time works on family court cases pro bono. Michael Shew has also submitted articles to a family law newsletter and was a member of a State Bar committee that implemented the Arizona Rules of Family Law Procedure.
When necessary, we work with a network of behavioral health professionals, financial experts, mediators and other professionals to achieve the best possible outcome.
Contact us today if you need legal assistance with any of the following:
- Divorce proceedings (including same-sex and covenant marriages)
- Legal separation proceedings
- Annulments
- Complex property and debts issues
- Child Custody and parenting time disputes (including modification and enforcement)
- Paternity actions involving unmarried parents
- Child support establishment, modification and enforcement
- Spousal Maintenance modifications and enforcement
- Parenting Time/Visitation (including modification and enforcement)
- Interstate Child Support and Interstate Custody issues (UCCJEA and UIFSA)
- Relocation cases
- Orders of Protection
- Grandparent rights (grandparent custody and visitation)
- Nonparent or third-party custody and visitation cases
- Guardianship
- Premarital, post-marital and cohabitation agreements
- Mediation
- Appeals cases
Call 480-887-8312 today to arrange your free initial consultation.
Attorney Michael Shew
Bar Admissions:
- Arizona, 1995
- U.S. District Court District of Arizona, 1995
Education:
- Arizona State University, College of Law, Tempe, Arizona, 1995
- J.D.
- Honors: Willard H. Pedrick Scholar
- Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona, 1992
- B.S.
- Major: Justice Studies
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Certified Family Law Specialist
- State Bar of Arizona, Board of Legal Specialization
Since 1997, the "Lead Counsel Verified" status has been granted to attorneys who possess:
- The Right Professional Experience
- A Spotless Record
The following attorneys at this firm are Lead Counsel Verified:
Michael J. Shew
This attorney practices in Arizona and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
|---|---|
| Divorce | Since 2022 |