Sarah Janelle Michael

Sarah Janelle Michael

3.8
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 17 years

Juvenile law Lawyer at Phoenix, AZ
Practice Areas: Juvenile, Adoption, Guardianship

2910 North 7th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ

About Sarah

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Juvenile Law 75%

Dependency Severance Guardianships (Juvenile)

75%
Adoption 20%

Adoption Step Parent Adoption

20%
Guardianship 5%

Adult Guardianships Conservatorships

5%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 17 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Michael & Casey

2910 North 7th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, 85013

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Sarah Janelle Michael's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.8 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

Posted by anonymous | February 5, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Lazy

Lawyer was worthless. A crackhead would have been more beneficial, polite, and harder working. Doesn't listen to clients.

Posted by anonymous | January 2, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent attorney

Sarah helped me with an adoption case. She was very professional, attentive and was in constant communication with me throughout every step of the process. I thought this process would be overwhelming, but Sarah made it a breeze! I would definitely recommend Sarah to anyone looking for a great attorn...ey!

Posted by Brian | November 2, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Talk about an Attorney Who Gets the Job Done Right!

She went out of her way to make sure that every detail was handled from the beginning. Once we hired Sarah, the rest of the process was so much less stressful as we knew every piece, from that point forward, was handled with the utmost of attention to detail. She not only made the process smooth, b...ut won our case and got us the best case scenario for our family. She actually cared about us as a client.

Posted by Ashley | November 2, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Life saved

My husband and I worked with Sarah during a nasty custody battle. She was timely in her responses, she was a wizard at finding needed information and knowing which route to go for best results and got us more time, less child support and so much gratitude in our heart. She literally saved our family ...from the brutal character defamation and lies that were being had in family court; which can be a complete roll of the dice. I work in the profession of child and family care and I was still drowning in the circumstances. Sarah gave me hope with her knowledge of the system and care for me and my family. I would trust her with my life... literally.

Posted by Amanda | November 1, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Absolutely amazing

Sarah completed my wife’s adoption for our daughters and we could not have asked for a better person to work with! She was very quick and efficient with the process. Sarah is very easy to work with and has the ability to explain things in a way that someone could understand easily. Would hire her a...gain for all legal matters.

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Sarah Janelle Michael's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Casey

Juvenile law lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have been privileged to work with Sarah in one way or another for almost 10 years. In this time I have found her to be one of the best advocates I know. I am now happy to share that we recently merged our firms and shall be partners in child advocacy going forward."

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Jessica Burguan

Juvenile law lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sarah is a hard-working, well respected lawyer who advocates continually, and effectively for her clients. Sarah is a consummate professional. I highly endorse Sarah!"

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Nancy Davidson

Family lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gina Becker-Zarling

General practice lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sarah cares for her clients and works hard to achieve her results. Sarah exhibits knowledge and expertise and I do not hesitate to refer Sarah cases."

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Sarah Nilsson

Family lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is caring, considerate, and very knowledgeable. She will not let you down!"

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Freddy Saavedra

Family lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Parker Bornmann

Unknown lawyer | Jun 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Celia Reed

Unknown lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Sarah Janelle Michael is a frequent contributor to Avvo and I value her input. I recommend her legal services."

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Krystal Ahart

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Sarah for many years (even before she became a lawyer). I have always known her to be honest, trustworthy, and compassionate (not to mention funny). I highly recommend Sarah!"

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Kristin Moye

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Sarah is a professional with integrity. She works hard for her clients."

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Alicia Heflin

Family lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Sarah will take the time to understand your legal situation, the end result you seek, and advise you about the best way to accomplish your legal goals."

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

2013

Attorney of the Month, Volunteer Lawyers Program of Maricopa County

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Sarah J Michael

2008 - 2012

Associate, Tidmore Law Offices

Associations

2016 - Present

State Bar of Arizona, Juvenile Law Section

Member

2012 - Present

Children's Law Center

Volunteer Attorney

2008 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Member

Education

2008

Phoenix School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

University of Phoenix

BS - Bachelor of Science

2000

The Bryman School

Associates Degree of Occupational Studies

Languages

English

Activity

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