Michael Joseph Shew

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Michael Joseph Shew

4.4
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 30 years

Family Lawyer at Phoenix, AZ
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Personal Injury ... +5 more

15835 South 46th Street, Suite 136, Phoenix, AZ

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About Michael

Biography

We are accepting new clients during the COVID-19 pandemic and are available for new client consultations via phone or one of the many video conferencing platforms out there. We are committed to continue providing the absolute best possible legal services we can to our community during this time.

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Family 30%

30 years | 1,000 cases

30%
Divorce and Separation 25%

25%
Alimony 10%

10%
Child Custody 10%

10%
Personal Injury 10%

10%
Child Support 5%

5%
Domestic Violence 5%

5%
Uncontested Divorce 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-400 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 30 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1995

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2008

Location

The Law Firm of Michael J Shew, Ltd.

15835 South 46th Street, Suite 136, Phoenix, AZ, 85048

michaelshew.com/

Online Presence

Other places you can find Michael online.

Michael Joseph Shew's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

5 star (6)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by Bruce | April 6, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great experience with a Great Lawyer !!!

I recently went through a divorce and had Michael and his team represent me. Obviously, divorces are not fun, however, Michael helped me through the entire process and thoroughly explained things to me along the way. If you think you can represent yourself...DON'T. Michael was worth every penny !!! H...e was thorough, knowledgeable, and truly cared about my best interests. I highly recommend Michael and his team. Thank you Michael ! I truly appreciate you and all that you did for me.

Posted by Katrina | April 9, 2020 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Ethical and Professional

I just got off a 30 Minute phone consult with Michael Shew and I am so incredibly impressed. Michael was professional, he listened to me and eventually advised me not to retain him but gave me some tips and pointers. Michael is ethical and that means the world. I hope that I will be able to work thin...gs out with his guidance but if I can't, I will certainly be coming back to retain Michael.

Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2015

OUTSTANDING

Mike is an amazing attorney and fights for his clients rights as well as child/children that are involved in the case. He keeps you informed as well as explains things when you don't understand legal terminology. Mike has not only represented me but my family and I have referred him MANY times to oth...er people and all have been more than happy with him. I you are looking for an attorney that will fight for you and is fair and will lead you in the right direction he is your man. I am a single mother and he was willing to work with me on his fees. He is companionate, fair, and will not lead you wrong.

Posted by anonymous | April 11, 2014

Michael Shew and his staff are wonderful

When I got my divorce I thought my world was falling apart. Michael was honest and upfront, he gave me excellent advise and was behind me 100%. When I just wanted things to be over , he gave me the strength and courage to move forward and not to just lie down and take it. He stood beside me and gav...e me the courage to be strong against a man who had been abusive for years. I felt very confident with Michael and Jill and all of his staff. They answered my questions, kept in contact with me and were very supportive. Thanks to Michael and his staff I have started over . I cannot say enough good things about them. I have referred them to a few people because of his knowledge and ethical practices. When we went to court he was 100% focused on me and how I was doing.

Posted by Maggie | April 29, 2013

Exceptional Attorney

I initially contracted Mr. Shew on a Family Court matter and he handled the situation with the utmost care and detail. He always kept us informed throughout the process and won the case without hesitation. I recommended Mr. Shew to a few colleagues and they too are very impressed and pleased by th...e detail Mr. Shew and his office puts to their case. His determination, knowledge and overall attention to his clients individual needs places Mr. Shew at the highest regard of recommendation.

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Michael Joseph Shew's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ariel Cohn

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Michael is outstanding in Alternative Dispute Resolution. I endorse this lawyer."

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Louis Lombardo

Unknown lawyer | Oct 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Michael is the rare attorney who has both a deep knowledge of the law, and the compassion to see that it is applied fairly. I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Hildebrand

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have know Michael Shew for over fifteen years. We have had many cases in which we have represented opposing parties in divorce and family law matters. Michael has a solid understanding of Arizona divorce laws and is a great strategist when presenting his case in either a settlement conference or Trial. I strongly endorse Michael Shew!"

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Jill Rogers

Family lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is very savvy in family law and aggressive. He works well with other family law attorneys and attempts to resolve cases without unnecessary litigation."

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Matthew Schultz

Family lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is very knowledgeable in all aspects of family law. He is an effective negotiator and trial attorney. I would hire him to represent me in my own family law case."

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Steven Cole

Family lawyer

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Christopher Hildebrand

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2008.

Probation issued in AZ, 2008

updated on 07/23/2012

Probation means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State monitors the lawyer's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of Arizona

2015

Pro Bono Award, State Bar of Arizona

2005

Family Law Community Education Award, Arizona Supreme Court

2005

Pro Bono Award, State Bar of Arizona

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Partner, The Law Firm Of Michael J. Shew, Ltd.

1998 - 2002

Partner, Shew & Lombardo, PLC

1995 - 1998

Attorney, Law Office of Michael J. Shew

Associations

2006 - 2009

State Bar of Arizona Family Law Practice and Procedure Committee

Committee Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Jane Doe vs. John Doe

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Education

1995

Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

Arizona State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2005

Volunteer's Lawyer Program

Litigants Without Lawyers

2000

Continuing Education

Temporary Orders in Family Law Cases

Publications

Languages

English

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