Bruce D Brown

Bruce D Brown

4.7
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 40 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Phoenix, AZ
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Wills & Living Wills ... +6 more

7600 N 15th Street #150, Phoenix, AZ

About Bruce

Biography

Practice Areas

9

Practice Areas

Car Accident 40%

42 years

40%
Personal Injury 40%

42 years | 14 cases

40%
Guardianship 1%

42 years

1%
Probate 1%

42 years

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 40 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1985

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Brown Family Law Group, PLC

7600 N 15th Street #150, Phoenix, AZ, 85020

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Bruce D Brown's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Michael | November 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family

Hire the best or loose like the rest!

Family law matters are challenging for the individual involved, some more than others. That's why it's imperative to have excellent representation. Having Bruce, Terri & Kimberly there on my side was the best decision I made. I was treated like a person and not just a client. He protected me in a di...fficult case and I came out on top in the end :-) and am moving forward now into my new life. Thank you!!

Posted by Marlene | December 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A most difficult case...

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, Bruce Brown, your team and family. I am the sister of Bruce's client Todd, and I cannot say enough for the outcome Bruce created with his mountain of experience, patience, true passion, and wisdom. I'm glad we picked Bruce ('we' meaning I had to help Todd a gr...eat deal). The price ended up being much higher than any normal divorce, but that was not because of Bruce, but the worst divorce case- I believe was said- he had seen in his 30 years experience, and many others agreed. I feel so bad for the stress this case caused for Bruce, but he never batted an eye. It's difficult having clients who barely know how to email, needed their attorney every day it seemed, and had a sister who was protective :). Bruce was understanding and gracious. One thing after another, but Bruce was spot on every time. I loved how he worded his filings, and I was in awe at the trial. Really, Bruce knows what he is doing, hits all the important points, is tough, classy, and leaves 'the other guy' speechless. My brother's case would have been impossible without such a great man and his team- it would not have been in his favor, which it turned out to be. My brother no longer can afford an attorney, it is not over yet and the situation with the children is not going as the court awarded it to go. However, the outcomes of each event this year that Bruce fought for has given us the documentation, history and proof we need to move forward with much more confidence and relief as they were in his favor. All Bruce's recommendations ended up being good ideas that helped Todd. Bruce has made it possible for my brother to patch the relationship with his children the mother managed to destroy for a time, it is starting to improve. He was able to hug his boys recently for the first time in over a year. Bruce and his team will be in our prayers and thoughts for a long time to come. Thank you so, so much for everything you endured. Bruce almighty!

Posted by Chris | October 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Best decision I have ever made for my family.

Hard to fit this into a limited space, but here goes. For this story to make sense, it helps to know I was 19 when I had a one night stand with a 35 year old (then married woman). I found out I had a daughter with that same woman when the state came to my work for child support in 2012, the child was... 5 at the time and we had never met. In December of 2012, I was ordered to pay $583 per month in support in addition to nearly $19,000 in arrears (state able to retro payments for 36 months), and the mother retained full custody and legal decision making. Parenting time was not even addressed, so Mother would choose if and when I could see the child (IV-D matter is a completely separate entity I would come to learn). Fast forward to December of 2015....I am still attempting to establish custody, but have managed to get my daughter enrolled in the school in my area, and have her from Wednesday morning before school until Saturday evening. By this time my wife has been accepted to medical school and we are relocating to Tucson, and the mother has no intentions of letting me see my daughter because of this. The final straw was having to leave my daughters Christmas presents on the doorstep because the mother was continuing to abuse her custody power. Commence the attorney search... After using many "free one hour consultations", it was clear my case was much too complex to get any meaningful advice in this amount of time. My uncle happens to be retired from the U.S. Attorney Generals office, and Bruce Browns name came up, but he required a $100 fee for his first consultation. It wasn't until an accident lawyer a family member used recommended Bruce, that I knew I had to give this man a call. It is now January 2016, and I have not seen my daughter for 4+ weeks (still paying support though). I scheduled a face to face with Bruce sometime in January, and it was immediately clear he was different. He spent the first 30 minutes simply getting to know me, my family situation, and what exactly I would like to accomplish. He then took time to explain how the (lengthy) process will work, checked the Judge and commissioner on file to get insight, as well as answered my numerous questions. One thing that really stuck with me was when he said "many of these family cases get to me on a personal level, and at times, I feel like I care more about what happens to the kid(s) than the parents do". He also acknowledged there is no fame or glory in family law, and it is obvious he does this because it is his passion. Due to my graduate program and medical school, our financial situation was very limited. Bruce and his team would constantly have contact with me via email and phone, and allowed me to do much of the behind the scenes work (printing documents, filing with courts, etc.) to limit costs. When our trial was finally set for September of 2016, I actually had funds remaining in my trust from my initial retainer! Bruce also has a wonderful way of thinking. Our whole case was void of personal attacks or what he/she does or does not do for the child. We simply presented the facts (43 exhibits!) and had the mindset of this is the life we can give the child. He also knew exactly what she would say in court, and was prepared at every turn to refute her claims. The judge took her ruling "under advisement" and made a decision within 48 hours of our trial..... I won full custody of my daughter and she lives with me in Tucson (mother has every other weekend), birth certificate and last name were updated to reflect my last name, and numerous little "wins" that were laid out in the court order. We just recently went to IV-D court in October for child support on this case, and not only was my child support terminated as of 9-30-2016, but the mother was ordered to pay me effective 10-1-2016.... If you asked me 1 year ago if this is where I would be, I would have thought you were crazy. Be patient, be persistent, and hire Bruce D. Brown.

Posted by Helen | November 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

I am so grateful that I hired Bruce Brown

After 25 years with my husband, I was at a loss when I was out on disability leave, and was served divorce papers. I am ever so grateful that my friend recommended Bruce. His knowledge of the laws, sincere compassion, and fighting spirit made sure that my daughters and I were awarded what we deser...ved, which is more than I thought I would even receive. I owe Bruce and his staff so much more that I could ever repay him. Justice was served.

Posted by Dorthy | December 07, 2014 | Family

Bruce Brown is the Best of the Best!

Bruce Brown is the Most Amazing Attorney in the World! He truly cares whole heartedly cares about the Children and does all that he can to protect them. He always answers the phone when he is needed and returns phone calls immediately when he is out of the office. Bruce has Represented not only Mysel...f and My Children but also My Daughter for her child, and My Nephew for his son. Each and everyone of the cases were successfully settled in the best interest of the children!

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Bruce D Brown's Lawyer Endorsements

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Diane Drain

Wills and living wills lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Bruce for many years and have referred numerous clients; all have loved him. He is one of the nicest men I have ever met and one of the most caring attorneys I know. Without reservation, I endorse Bruce Brown for estate planning, wills, family law, and personal injury."

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Brian Spector

Family lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have been fortunate to know Bruce for more than 35 years. Bruce is bright, diligent, ethical, trustworthy, and caring -- in short, all the key things that make him a great counselor and lawyer to his clients; colleague, and contributor to the legal community and community-at-large. Fortunate indeed is the client who retains Bruce."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Rich Peters

Family lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kenneth Winsberg

Family lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Bruce is one of the finer lawyers I have dealt with. He is completely honest, thorough and puts up a clean, hard fight. You can take his word to the bank. Family law litigants are well served by him."

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Jessica Cotter

Family lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rebecca Owen

Family lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked on matters with Bruce both as an opposing and with him as the settlement conference officer. Bruce is very knowledgeable and was very helpful in settling matters."

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Gregg Woodnick

Family lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"There are many competent attorneys...there are few with the integrity that Bruce Brown has always displayed in my dealings with him. This is an easy endorsement."

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Tracy Krall

Family lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bruce's extensive family law experience allows him to be an exceptional advocate for his clients!"

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DeShon Pullen

Family lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse Bruce Brown as a family law attorney. He is extremely knowledgeable and has extensive experience in family law. He is a very strong advocate for his clients and truly cares about the outcome of his cases."

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Hope Fruchtman

Family lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bruce is an extremely knowledgeable and capable attorney. He is a pleasure to work with and I would recommend him to anyone in need of a family law attorney."

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Thomas Morton

Family lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bruce's skills in the courtroom are unequaled."

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Rich Peters

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Thomas Morton

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Gregg Woodnick

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David Adler

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Karen Schoenau

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Rebecca Owen

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Hope Fruchtman

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Kenneth Winsberg

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Jessica Cotter

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Tracy Krall

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Nicholas Vakula

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DeShon Pullen

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William Sargeant

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Arizona's Finest Lawyers, Arizona's Finest Lawyers

2018

Arizona's Finest Lawyers, Arizona's Finest Lawyers

2016

Creative Arts non-fiction annual competition winenr, Arizona Attorney Magazine

2016

Top 100 Family Lawyers in State of Arizona, American Society of Legal Advocates

2016

Arizona's Finest Lawyers, Arizona's Finest Lawyers

2015

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Nominated as member, Arizona's Finest Lawyers

2011

Grand Canyon Council Boy Scouts of Ameria, James E. West Fellow

2005

Top Pro Bono Attorney, Arizona Bar Foundation

2005

For the Love of Justice Award, Volunteer Lawyers Program of Arizona

2004

Lawyer of the Month, Volunteer Lawyers Program of Arizona

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, Brown Family Law Group, PLC

1995 - 2013

Attorney, Bruce D. Brown, P.L.L.C.

Associations

1985 - Present

Maricopa County Bar Association

Member

1984 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Member

Education

1984

U OF A

Law

1981

Unversity of Canterbury Christchurch New Zealand

Masters of Arts

1979

Colby College Waterville Maine

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2016

2007

HalfMoon Seminars Child Support Calculations

2006

HalfMoon Seminars Handling Difficult Divorce Clients and Opposing Counsel

Languages

English

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