$ 210-300 per hour
Thomas A Morton
About Thomas
Biography
I am your neighborhood attorney. I have been in practice since 2000, in Arizona since 2004. My experience includes the United States Marine Corps, large firms, and small firms, but I began my solo practice in 2011 because the only people I like to work for are my clients. I am a single parent who successfully fought for equal time with my then-young and now-qadult daughter. I have extensive trial and appellate experience and cannot wait to help you with your legal problems.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Child Custody
25%
26 years
Child Support
25%
26 years
Divorce and Separation
25%
26 years
Family
25%
26 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Arizona for 21 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Thomas A. Morton, PLLC
2916 N. 7th Avenue, Suite 100, Phoenix, AZ, 85013
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Posted by James | May 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Unprofessional and incompetent
I met and consulted twice in person with Mr. Morton, once in the summer of 2017 and again in early 2018. I went ahead and hired him in March 2018. I was fooled into believing his military background, his demeanor in person, and his reviews. From the start of the case I noted that he was very slow...
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Posted by Kendall | September 25, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Outstanding Lawyer. Highly reccomended.
I could not be happier with Thomas services. He came into the middle of a difficult case and things immediately changed for the better for me. Not only did he immediately turn my case around but he displaced excellent control of the court room, was very responsive to me, and was very sympathetic to m...
Posted by Dan | January 08, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Trustworthy advisor - highly recommended
Tom has been advising me regarding my post-divorce custody and support issues for almost 8 years. Tom has always been responsive when an issue has arisen. His advice on many situations, some trivial (although not to me) and some major has kept me out of court and kept my children happy and safe des...
Thomas A Morton's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Tom is fearless in the courtroom, and I always know that if I am up against him, I will have my hands full. He is very assertive on his client's behalf and an effective advocate."
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"I work in the same office building as Mr. Morton and can tell from observing him at work and speaking with him that he is a very knowledgeable attorney in his field of practice and is very caring towards his clients."
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"I have known Tom for approximately six years. He is professional, works diligently and passionately for his clients, and has a great understanding of and experience in family law matters."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Mr. Morton is an excellent attorney who is extremely knowledgeable in all of his practice areas. I strongly endorse Mr. Morton as he is a zealous advocate for his clients."
"I have known Mr. Morton, both as opposing counsel as well as co-counsel, for a number of years. I have always admired Tom's legal mind, both for its knowledge of the law but also its keen analysis. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Tom is very effective and cooperative to resolve matters during difficult times for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tom Is a great attorney and has personally handled bankruptcy and domestic relation cases for my clients and even family members. He has my highest regard and recommendation."
"I endorse Tom. He and I worked on a pre decree dissolution matter and he was good to work with in an otherwise emotional case. He was a good advocate for his client and respectful of the opposition, which is a great quality for a family law attorney."
"Endorsement: I worked with Thomas on a post-decree parentingtime and child support matter. He is a smart and ethical lawyer. He was easy to work with and clearly cared about helping the clients resolve their issues."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tom was great to work with - very thorough and a good advocate."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Top 10 Attorney Award (Under 40), National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2015
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2014
Top Contributor, Avvo.com
2014
Children's Lifesaver Award, Maricopa County Bar Association and Community Legal Services
2014
Clients' Choice Award, Avvo.com
2013
Top Pro Bono Attorney of the Year, Arizona Foundation for Legal Services and Education
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Member, Thomas A. Morton, PLLC
2007 - 2011
Attorney, Bruce D. Brown, PLLC
2005 - 2007
Attorney, Platt & Westby, PC
2004 - 2005
Attorney, Doyle-Mensing, PC
2001 - 2004
Judge Advocate, United States Marine Corps
Associations
2004 - Present
State Bar of ArizonaMember
2007 - 2009
Maricopa County Bar AssociationMember
2007 - 2007
West Maricopa County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Child Relocation
Court ordered that children would not move.
Spousal maintenance and property
Court found client's income to be $85,000, awarded spousal maintenance of $1,000 per month, and evenly divided the pension.
Community Property Appeal
Won at trial and Court of Appeals
Education
2000
University of San Diego School of Law
Juris Doctor
1997
University of California - San Diego
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2008
Sunrise Toastmasters
Anatomy of a Family Law Case
Publications
2013
thomasamortonlaw.com
Child Support
2013
thomasamortonlaw.com
Don't Wait to Modify Support Orders!
2013
thomasamortonlaw.com
Give a Gift to Your Children
2013
thomasamortonlaw.com
Gather and Preserve Your Evidence
2013
thomasamortonlaw.com
You Can Discharge Taxes in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
2013
thomasamortonlaw.com
Arizona Grandparents Visitation Rights: Not Just for Grandparents Anymore
2013
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Family Court Judge's Words to Divorcing Parents
2013
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Credit Card Debt Plaintiffs Must Actually Prove Their Case.
2013
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Arizona Community Property
2013
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Questions to Ask When Consulting a Family Law Attorney
2013
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Factors in Legal Decision Making (Custody) Beyond the Statutory Factors
2013
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Avoid the Social Media Nightmare
2013
thomasamortonlaw.com
A Summary of Arizona's Paternity Statutes
2012
2012
2012
The Arizona Republic
New Child Custody Law Begins Jan. 1
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
Need a Pro Bono Lawyer ASAP!!!?
02 Oct 2019
Q&A
Child’s father has been mia ?
25 Sep 2019
Q&A
If the Non Custodial parent has two jobs, can child support payments be deducted from both?
25 Sep 2019