DeShon Pullen

DeShon Pullen

4.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 27 years

Child support Lawyer at Phoenix, AZ
Practice Areas: Child Support, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Family

4531 North 16th Street, Ste 126, Phoenix, AZ

About DeShon

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 27 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 25 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2000

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

DeShon Laraye Pullen PLC

4531 North 16th Street, Ste 126, Phoenix, AZ, 85016

DeShon Laraye Pullen PLC

3260 North Hayden Road, Ste 101, SCOTTSDALE, AZ, 85251

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DeShon Pullen's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 20 reviews | 5 stars

Posted by Mark | January 10, 2011 | Contracts & Agreements

Former litigation client

We had a contract dispute with a difficult opposing council and a difficult plaintiff. We moved our case to DeShon because we needed careful, personal attention with a different perspective. DeShon took our case and immediately understood it, suggested a strategy and professionally and firmly impleme...nted that strategy. She and all of the attorneys at the firm were very responsive, very thoughtful, understanding and kind but also very competent. DeShon’s work was why we resolved this matter in 4 months after previous council had gotten no place in 2 years. If not for her work and professionalism we would not have successfully resolved the case. She is very competent lawyer and a very nice person.

Posted by Jean-Michel | January 09, 2011

Amazing

If you looking for knowledge and communication and most of all honesty stop here you found your attorney for life,she has been for me a total peace of mind not a typical lawyer but a friend with integrity and respect

Posted by anonymous | November 28, 2010 | Divorce & Separation

Help that I received from DeShon Pullen Law firm

My divorce started out as one of the most overwhelming times in my life. I was served with documents that might as well have been written in another language. I was so frustrated and felt completely helpless. I had a neighbor who had used DeShon Pullen Law firm and had positive things to say so I tho...ught I would give her a call. It turned out to be one of the best calls I would ever make...I was asked to come in for a consultation with DeShon herself. I was skeptical before I arrived that anything could be done to help my situation. Well I was so wrong, from the minute I met with her and her staff I was put at ease. This firm knew what they were doing and I felt like I finally had some support, someone who would listen to my side of the story and really care. I was given the best legal help I could have asked for. I always felt valued and important when I called. DeShon would return all my calls and answer any questions or concerns I had. Her staff was so kind and I really felt like they were "my team" that would support me through this trying time. My divorce is still something I look back at and wish I had never had to go through it but I can honestly say that without DeShons help I don't know how I would have made it through or that I would have had such a positive outcome. I have never reviewed any firm or anyone for that matter, but I really want anyone going through what I did to be able to get the same legal help that I did. I strongly recommend DeShon Pullen Law firm.

Posted by Laura | November 18, 2010 | Divorce & Separation

Great Attorney

I had the good fortune to be represented by DeShon Pullen in my divorce and child custody case. I wanted someone who would stand up for my rights in the property settlement, and at the same time, get me through the divorce with as little acrimony as possible. DeShon understood that it was imperativ...e, as the parent of a small child, that I maintain a cordial relationship with that child’s father. DeShon managed to be very firm in her dealings with him, and at the same time diplomatic. My ex and I came through that experience without all the hostilities that seem to plague so many divorced couples. We have become friends, and we now work together to raise this healthy, happy child. This is due in large part to DeShon Pullen. I would strongly recommend her to others who are going through this life altering process.

Posted by Jose Luis | November 17, 2010 | Criminal Defense

Dog Case

My case was originally a criminal case and Deshon Pullen brought it down to a civil case, she was very helpful and always kept me updated of what was going on with the case, she understood my situation and always was very positive on the outcome, even when other lawyers said that she would never brin...g my case to a civil level.

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DeShon Pullen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Florence Bruemmer

Family lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. DeShon is very competent, and she does a great job for her clients."

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Amy Witzleb

Family lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"DeShon is an excellent attorney. She is very knowledgeable, organized and an effective trial attorney. She is a strong advocate for all of her clients."

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Mark Clay

Family lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mrs. Pullen. Very knowledgeable and caring attorney who produces great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact her first."

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Sara Swiren

Family lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"DeShon is an amazing attorney. She is honest, intelligent, diligent, hard working, and extremely caring. She is a zealous advocate for her clients, while maintaining the respect of the opposing counsel, experts, and the judiciary. I have had the pleasure of working against DeShon in several highly contentious cases, as well as with DeShon as a co-worker. She serves her clients well and consistently strives to raise the level of practice in her field."

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Natalie Mathews

Family lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jill Rogers

Unknown lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ashley Rahaman

Family lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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A. Felsen

Child custody lawyer | Dec 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. DeShon is a great lawyer and a real asset to the AVVO community! =)"

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Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Child support lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lisa Monnette

Unknown lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John O'Brien

Child custody lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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Andrew Ellis

Family lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse DeShon. She is well respected in the community for her knowledge, experience and integrity."

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David Farney

Litigation lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. DeShon is an experienced and compassionate litigator. She is a capable trial attorney."

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Mishka Marshall

Family lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"DeShon is a great advocate for her clients."

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Kristi Morley

Child custody lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alyson Foster

Family lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"DeShon is extremely accessible and professional! I recommend her to anyone who wants a diligent and caring advocate in their corner."

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Bruce Brown

Family lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. DeShon Pullen is extremely knowledgeable and capable. She truly cares about her clients and their children."

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Stasy Click

Family lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Devon and her staff are excellent to work with and great family law attorneys. I would highly recommend them!"

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Judd Nemiro

Family lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. DeShon is a very experienced lawyer in Phoenix. We are both members of the Arizona Association of Family Law Attorneys, and she has provided advice and assistance to me many times. I recommend DeShon to any client looking for family law services!"

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Kevin Harper

Family lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have referred numerous clients to DeShon over the years and they are consistently satisfied with her representation."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Best Lawyers in America - Family Law, 25th Edition Best Lawyers in America

2019

Top Rated Family Law Attonrey, Super Lawyers

2019

AV Preeminent 5 Year, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Best Law Firms, US World News

2016

Top Attorneys in Arizona - Rising Star, Phoenix Magazine - Peer Recognition

2015

Top Attorneys in Arizona, Phoenix Magazine - Peer Recognition

2015

Top 25 Arizona Women, Super Lawyers

2014

Superb Rated Attorney, Avvo

2014

Excellence in Practice, Super Lawyers

2013

Excellence in Practice, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters

2011

Top Lawyer 2011, North Valley Magazine

2011

One of Arizona's Finest Lawyers, Arizona's Finest Lawyers Organization

2011

Family Law Litigator of the Year, Volunteer Lawyers Program of Arizona

2011

Board Certified Family Law, State Bar of Arizona

2007

Small Firm of the Year, Volunteer Lawyers Program

2004

Top 50 Pro Bono Attorneys,

2002

Sole Practicioner of the Year, Maricopa County Bar Association and the Volunteer Lawyers Program

2002

Top 50 Pro Bono Attorneys,

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Founder/ Attorney, DeShon Pullen & Associates, PLC

1998 - 2002

Attorney, Snell & Wilmer

Associations

State Bar of Arizona

Attorney Member

American Bar Association

Attorney Member

Scottsdale Bar Association

Attorney Member

Maricopa County Bar Association

Attorney Member

International Academy of Collaborative Professionals

Attorney Member

Arizona Collaborative Divorce Professionals

Attorney Member

Arizona Association of Family & Conciliation Courts

Attorney Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Joint Custody Modification

Mother was awarded sole custody

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Education

1998

Texas Tech University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

Arizona State University

Public Administration

1990

Arizona State University

Political Science

Speaking Engagements

2010

CLE: Family Law Trial Advocacy

Trial Advocacy

Publications

2002

Arizona State Bar Magazine Stand Up Lawyers

Languages

English

Activity

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