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Kristen Elizabeth Kaffer
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Biography
Kristen Kaffer, Esq. is a family law attorney practicing in Phoenix, Arizona and throughout Maricopa County. Ms. Kaffer was born and raised in South Carolina and decided to relocate to Arizona in 2004. Kristen received her undergraduate degree from Furman University in Music and her Master's and Doctoral degrees from the University of Georgia in Music.
Kristen decided to pursue a legal career while in Arizona and received her law degree from Arizona State University's Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law. During law school, Kristen developed a passion for family law on both a personal and professional level. During law school, Kristen completed externships with the Honorable Bruce Cohen and the Maricopa County Attorney's Office. After graduating from law school, Kristen completed a fellowship with the Diane Halle Center for Family Justice and served as bailiff for the Honorable Daniel Kiley.
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Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Family
100%
13 years
Fees and Rates
Awards
2024 2017 2015
Licenses
Licensed in Arizona for 13 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Office of Kristen Kaffer
7301 N. 16th St., Suite 102, Phoenix, AZ, 85020
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Kristen Elizabeth Kaffer's Reviews
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Posted by Leah | March 1, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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Supportive Representation
I felt very supported by Kristen from our initial consultation call. Throughout my case she was communicative, offered helpful solutions, and understood my needs as her client. Being represented by her made me feel empowered and put me in a much better position as a single parent!
Posted by Patty | November 7, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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Best Family Attorney
I read many reviews before suggesting my daughter hire Kristen Kaffer. Many said she truly cared about her clients . Then I read another that said don’t be deceived by her mild manner as she is a very competent attorney. I would say both are EXTREMELY true. She guided my daughter through a very diffi...
Posted by Linda | November 7, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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Divorce Proceedings
I needed help assisting my sister in her divorce. After an initial consult we retained Kristen. She was informative, supplying all the options open to us. Kristen was excellent preparing our documents in a timely fashion. Any questions or concerns during the process were immediately addressed. Her ...
Posted by Terina | November 4, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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Amazing Family Attorney
Kristen is absolutely amazing! I did not have the best of circumstances at that time and it was used against me. Kristen saw it for what it was and helped me fight for the truth. She was straightforward and honest about possible outcomes. She is strategic in her approach and pushed back at all the ri...
Posted by Karra | August 7, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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She should be your first attorney. Then she will be your only attorney.
I am grateful for Kristen and her services. Kristen represented my family cases for approximately 4 years. The overall case is complex needing representation with several components multiple times. Kristen was the 4th attorney that I had. The first was for the divorce; I wish I knew about Kristen the...
Kristen Elizabeth Kaffer's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I worked with Kristen years ago, and I really enjoyed working with her. I think very highly of her."
"Kristen is a personable and competent attorney for family law issues, including divorce, child support and custody issues."
"I endorse Kristen! She is a consummate professional and decent human being in an area of law where clients need decency and mutual respect."
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"Kristen is an outstanding attorney, and a wonderful person! She really knows her stuff when it comes to family and divorce law. Kristen really cares about her clients! I highly recommend her!"
"I practice criminal defense law. I have sent multiple clients to Kristen who needed help on their family law matters. She has done great work for my clients that I have referred her way."
"Kristen is an exceptional attorney - reliable, kind and extremely knowledgeable. I will continue to refer clients to her for all their family matters."
"Kristen is very knowledgeable and an excellent advocate for her clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I consider Kristen a very knowledgable advisor and will continue to refer clients to her."
"Kristen is knowledgeable and professional. I trust sending my clients, friends and family to her!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Kristen is dedicated to servicing clients and running a successful law practice."
"Ms. Kaffer is a friendly, smart, results-oriented attorney. I highly recommend her and routinely rely on her vast knowledge of Arizona family law."
"I endorse this lawyer. Kristen has an amazing ability to make her clients feel a sense of calmness in a very stressful situation. She truly cares about her clients and their individual needs. If you're going through a divorce, this attorney will help to make it as painless as possible. Highly recommend!"
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"Top notch attorney with highest ethical standards and a joy to work with. I highly recommend her!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Kristen is dedicated, patient, and passionate about her practice."
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Experience
Honors
2022
Southwest Rising Star 2022, SuperLawyers
2021
2021 Southwest Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
2020 Southwest Rising Stars, SuperLawyers
2018
2019 Southwest Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2017
Client's Choice, Avvo
2016
Top Attorney, Avvo
2015
Client's Choice, Avvo
2011
Post-Graduate Fellowship, Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Managing Partner, The Law Office of Kristen Kaffer, PLLC
2014 - 2014
Attorney, Chism Brown Law
2014 - 2014
Associate Attorney, R.J. Peters & Associates
2012 - 2012
Bailiff for the Honorable Daniel J. Kiley, Maricopa County Superior Court
2012 - 2014
Associate Attorney, Best Law Firm
2011 - 2011
Extern in Major Crimes Bureau, Maricopa County Attorney's Office
2010 - 2010
Clerk, Chism Brown Law
2009 - 2009
Extern for the Honorable Bruce Cohen, Maricopa County Superior Court
Associations
2017 - Present
Gilded Gavel Society of PhoenixCo-Founder
2017 - Present
State Bar of Arizona, Sole Practitioner/Small Firm SectionMember
2014 - Present
Maricopa County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Arizona Association of Family Law AttorneysMember
2014 - Present
State Bar of Arizona, Family Law SectionMember
2012 - Present
State Bar of ArizonaMember
2016 - 2017
Trustegrity Scottsdale 1 GroupMember
2014 - 2015
Family Law Assistance ProjectVolunteer Attorney
2012 - 2018
Phoenix Business ReferralsMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Order of Protection
Order of Protection upheld for my client.
Sole legal decision-making and parenting time
My client (father) awarded sole legal decision-making and designated the primary residential parent.
DeLuna v. Petitto, 1 CA-CV 18-0631 (App. 2019) -- Arizona Court of Appeals Published Decision
Successful on Appeal
Education
2011
Arizona State
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
University of Georgia, Athens
Doctor of Musical Arts
2001
University of Georgia, Athens
Master of Music
1999
Furman University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
Phoenix Business Referrals Meeting
Arizona Community Property Law
2016
Trustegrity Business Networking meeting
Arizona Family Law
2016
Phoenix Business Referrals Meeting
Arizona Family Law: Common Misconceptions
2013
Phoenix Business Referrals Meeting
Family Law in Arizona: Top 10 Facts to Know
Publications
Languages
English
Activity
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