Rich J Peters

Rich J Peters

4.4
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 33 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Phoenix, AZ
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +2 more

1422 North 2nd Street Suite 100, Phoenix, AZ

About Rich

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Child Custody 20%

33 years

20%
Child Support 20%

33 years

20%
Family 20%

33 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 33 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1992

Active

No misconduct found

Location

R.J. Peters & Assoc., P.C.

1422 North 2nd Street Suite 100, Phoenix, AZ, 85004

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Rich J Peters's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Sara | June 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

Excellent Attorney, using his firm services since 2001

Mr. Peter's is a superb attorney in family law, he has been helping me through very hard-court processes and I cannot thank him enough! for his wisdom and acumen. The Very way you handle the cases and also the very manner you reach into the depth of the case is really commendable and also deserves m...y very thankfulness to have you as my very lawyer. Thank you, Mr. Peter’s,

Posted by Bobby | February 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Outstanding!

Rich made the process simple. He knows the process, rules, laws and regulations. He’s no BS and gets results. Divorce isn’t the end folks, you’ll look back and be thankful for his support through your difficult times. I highly recommend him as your counsel during your next step of your life.

Posted by anonymous | June 10, 2015

very helpful!

Gave amazing advice helped so much.

Posted by Jay | January 15, 2015 | Child Custody

AZ father's seeking a true advocate for your rights, look no further!

I did my research before finally arranging to have a consult with Rich. From that initial visit, he made me feel comfortable about the long process that we were about to embark on. Knowing that I had him in my corner made things a lot easier! I had a tough battle ahead of me with the mother of my ...child. There were always questions as to whether the child was mine and at every opportunity, the other party blocked my ability to establish paternity, denied me a chance at enjoying parenting time with my child until it was ordered by the courts, and found numerous other methods of adding stress and strain both financially and in my family's life. Times that should have been special like marrying my beautiful wife, adopting her son, and my wife and I welcoming our first child together should have been cherished milestones and while they were special, the court/custody process always seemed to cast a shadow over things. At several instances, I assumed I was fighting another losing battle because of status updates or outcomes of hearings, but Rich would come through with another avenue to pursue. Through a near 18 month court process, Rich fought hard for my rights, and kept me informed every step of the way. He walked me through everything we filed and why we were filing it so I really felt like I had some control of a situation that was weighing heavily on the viewpoint of the family court officials. I didn't always take the setbacks well, but Rich always kept composure and had an ability to put things into perspective for me that would help me want to keep fighting for my daughter. His responses were always in a quick turn-around time and he was very accessible even during non-business hours when situations would arise. In building our case, Rich didn't need to fight "dirty" and built up the focus on me and the ability I had to be a father and the impact I could have in my daughter's life. He always referred to it by telling me "no matter what the other person is doing, we have to be able to show in all aspects that you are essentially Super-Dad." When opportunities to compel the other party to play by the rules, and be reasonable were necessary, Rich aggressively approached those opportunities with her and her representation to continue to progress our objectives in the right direction. Rich made it very clear that as his client, it was in the best interest of my child to have me in her life. Thankfully, I can say that despite all the obstacles and headaches throughout the proceedings, Rich helped me to go from not knowing a child was mine for certain and having no involvement in her life, to establishing paternity, being granted Joint-Legal Decision Making and "Essentially Equal" parenting time. Today, my family and I enjoy every moment we get to share and spend time with my daughter. I owe a great deal of thanks to Rich and his team for all they did for me! I know that if I didn't have an attorney as experienced and knowledgeable as he was, I would not have been able to get the results I did in the timeframe they were done in.

Posted by Christopher | March 12, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

More than an Attorney

My children are my world; the beginning and end for me. Divorce/separations are compounded when children are involved. Many times parents get frustrated when they feel they are not getting the results which will allow them to effectively parent. Though it may seem simple to the naked eye; the court s...ystem can be very complicated without someone who more than understands the law but truly takes time to understand the client. Rich has been that and more to my family. At the very worst of times we managed to get through it with him never wavering. Each and every time we have rolled the dice it all seemed to work out in time. Because Rich always reminds me to stay focused – with that I have learned “Wars Are Not Won in A Day” Thank you again Rich

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Rich J Peters's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel Ortega

Family lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Rich is a very reasonable and level headed attorney that advocates fiercely and respectfully for his client. It was a pleasure having him on the opposing side and I look forward to working with him again in the future."

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Steven Cole

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Rich knows what he's doing. He is an effective advocate and extremely knowledgeable."

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Jill Rogers

Unknown lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. An excellent and knowledgeable attorney who really cares about clients."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Bruce Brown

Family lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rich is a very knowledgable and caring lawyer. He will take the time to take care of you and your family. I endorse this experienced lawyer."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Other

"Aggressive representation. I endorse this lawyer."

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Gregory Riebesehl

Family lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. A pleasure to work with."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Rich. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Rebecca Owen

Family lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kenneth Winsberg

Family lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Rich is a skilled, ethical attorney. Two of my most difficult cases have been with him and we never had to bat heads as he was reasonable and effective. He is one of the good guys."

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Carrie Cravatta

Unknown lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Lazenby

Family lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gary Schneider

Family lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Rich Peters has more than twenty years of experience as a family law attorney. For anyone who needs an aggressive attorney on their side, I very much recommend Rich Peters."

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Patrick Sampair

Family lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Rich for many years. We have worked several cases together. When I have a case against Rich, I know we will resolve things professionally and expeditiously. I have found Rich to be compassionate and a credit to the industry. He is a very good family lawyer."

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Laura Gillis

Family lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Macleod

Family lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Peters is the consummate professional and brings a unique viewpoint to the practice of family law in Arizona. I wholeheartedly endorse his practice."

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Tracy Krall

Family lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rich is a zealous advocate whose own strong family values allows him to be particularly empathetic to the situations of his family law clients."

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Thomas Morton

Family lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Excellence in Family Law, Lawyers of Distinction

2024

Excellence in Family Law, Lawyers of Distinction

2023

Excellence in Family Law, Lawyers of Distinction

2018

Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Outstanding Contribution, Family Lawyers Assistance Project

2015

Lead Counsel for Family Law, Lead Counsel Review Board

2014

Top Contributor, AVVO

2013

Top Contributor, AVVO

2012

Top Contributor, AVVO

2005

For Love of Justice Award, Volunteer Lawyers Program of Arizona

2004

Certificate for Volunteering Time and Services, State Bar of Arizona

2003

Advocate of the Year, Volunteer Lawyers Program of Arizona

2003

For leadership, commitment and generosity, Arizona Foundation for Legal Services and Education

2003

Top 50 Pro Bono Attorney, Arizona Foundation for Legal Services and Education

2002

Advocate of the Year, Family Law Assistance Project

2002

ADVOCATE OF THE YEAR, Family Law Assistance Project

2002

Outstanding Service, Volunteer Lawyers Program of Arizona

2002

Conducting Litigant without Lawyers Seminar, Volunteer Lawyers Program of Arizona

1996

Outstanding Service, Volunteer Lawyers Program of Arizona

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Principal, R.J. Peters & Assoc., P.C.

2007 - 2010

Judge Pro Tem, Maricopa County Superior Court

2000 - 2005

Associate, Jon C. Dake & Assoc

1998 - 2000

Associate, Bellah & Harian

1996 - 1998

Attorney, John T. Fields & Associates, LLC

1992 - 1996

Owner, Law Office of Rich J. Peters

Associations

2019 - Present

Association for Conflict Resolution

Member

2019 - Present

Association of Family and Conciliation Courts

Member

2013 - Present

Maricopa County Bar Foundation

Member

1992 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Member

1992 - Present

U.S. District Court District of Arizona

Member

1992 - Present

W.B. Putman American Inn of Court

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Angel Player Loses Round in Child Support case

http://www.azcentral.com/arizonarepublic/local/articles/2009/07/03/20090703matthews0703.html?nclick_check=1

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Education

1992

University of Arkansas - Fayetteville

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Arizona State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts <Marketing

Speaking Engagements

2019

Litigants without lawyers

Pro Se Representation

2014

Litigants without Lawyers

Pro Se Representation

2014

Arizona Community Legal Assistance Volunteer Lawyers Program

Pro Se Representation

2012

Litigants without Lawyers

Pro Se Representation

2012

Arizona Community Legal Assistance Volunteer Lawyers Program

Pro Se Representation

2011

Litigants Without Lawyers

Pro Se Representation

2010

Litigants Without Lawyers

Pro Se Representation

2009

Litigants Without Lawyers

Pro Se Representation

2007

Litigants without Lawyers

Pro Se Representation

2003

Litigants without Lawyers

Pro Se Representation

Publications

2009

Arizona Republic Child Support Dispute

Languages

English

Activity

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