Laura Gillis

Laura Gillis

4.3
Rating: 4.0

Licensed for 24 years

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

3636 N. Central Avenue, Suite 780, Phoenix, AZ

About Laura

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 24 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2001

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024

Location

Law Office of Laura Gillis

3636 N. Central Avenue, Suite 780, Phoenix, AZ, 85012

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Laura Gillis's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Crystal | February 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Best Family Attorney

Laura helped me so much and has extremely cared about my case. Not only she goes out of her way as an attorney but worked after hours for my case and called me after work hours. If i have any problems or questions she always reached out to me fast and replied to every question i have. Laura is súpe...r profesional in all her work on my case, I absolutely loved working with her as she defended my case with apposing counsel in every moment. I really felt like she was there on giving me the best advice for the case. Its not about the money for laura Law is truly her passion and also helping others. Thank you laura for everything, don’t think twice to hire her she’s amazing.

Posted by Matthew | February 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Dedicated, Experienced, Professional, There-When-You-Need-Her

I hired Laura near the beginning of 2016 to help with an extremely complicated, long-winded divorce case that was starting anew after moving back to Arizona. She was understanding of my concerns for my children's safety and went far above what I had expected. She and her staff were always available... to help when problems arose and I am glad to say that now the divorce is over, my children are safe, I am living in my house, and can live my life again in peace. Divorces are terrible so it is important to hire someone who can handle the ups and downs throughout the case. She was even willing to give advice after the case finished and I had enountered further problems with my ex who I eventually had to get an Order of Protection against. I highly recommend Laura Gillis for anyone who needs a fighter and a good listener on their team!

Posted by robert | April 22, 2015

stay away

I just left the law office of Laura Gillis and I'm still furious. Until the moment I paid her she seemed organized and professional, but since the check cleared, she has been totally uncommunicative. When I finally called and told her secretary how angry I was at her behavior, she emailed back accusi...ng me of being disrespectful. She then claimed that she had been communicating with me all along and she still claims that even though I emailed her all the instances where she didn't. I fired her yesterday and she has charged me $1650 for her "work" so far, which is outrageous. My advice -- stay away from these people and hope that your opposition hires them.

Posted by Lisa | December 04, 2009

Custody / Child Support

I would recommend Laura Gillis as a Lawyer. She is very knowledgeable and trust-worthy. I also think she is very compassionate about what she does. Laura also takes the time to discuss issues and concerns even when she is out of the office. She's the best!

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Laura Gillis's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tad Davis

Child custody lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Laura is a great lawyer who represented her client's interests well. She was well prepared for our hearing and was able to assist the court in understanding the core issues in the case. I believe that Laura will be a great resource to anyone looking for help in their child custody matter."

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Nicole Bernabe

Family lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan Roeder

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked as opposing counsel on two separate family/divorce law matters with Laura. She is a fantastic attorney and always advocates for the rights of her clients. I have no doubt that any client that hires Laura is in very capable hands."

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Kristi Morley

Family lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sylvina Cotto

Family lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Laura is a professional that knows how to represent her client's best interest."

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Michael Lincoln

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have had the pleasure of opposing Laura in a handful of family law matters and she has always been professional and responsive. She is well versed in the law and a strong advocate for her clients. I highly recommend her."

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Joan Bundy

Family lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Gillis is a very principled and conscientious attorney who practices family law exclusively and therefore knows family law well. What you see is what you get with Laura. She is extremely down to earth and focused on the best possible outcomes for everyone."

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Charles McTheny

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Knowledgeable, compassionate and client focused are ways to describe Laura."

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Rich Peters

Unknown lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alyson Foster

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Laura's clients always get the added bonus of an advocate who truly cares about their children and their future successes!"

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Michael Lincoln

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Experience

Rating:  4.0 (Concern)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.

Reprimand and Probation issued in AZ, 2024

updated on 07/12/2024

Reprimand means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. While on probation, the State monitors the attorney's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Reprimand issued in AZ, 2019

updated on 04/29/2019

This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Honors

2016

Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Attorney/Owner, Law office of Laura Gillis

Associations

2012 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Arizona Association of Family Law Attorneys

2001 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Attorney Member

Education

2001

Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

University of California - Los Angeles

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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