$ 350-350 per hour
I am an experienced attorney dedicated to helping clients successfully memorialize their end of life wishes and adequately prepare for their possible incapacitation. I follow a "boutique firm" format that allows me to provide clients meaningful personalized services.
I have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology and graduated from Arizona State University's Sandra Day O'Connor Law School in December of 1992.
I started as a law clerk at the Maricopa County Public Defender's Office right after I graduated from law school and began handling cases as soon as I passed the bar exam in the spring of 1993. As a public defender, I was in court litigating almost every day. By the time I left the Public Defender's office I was training and supervising new recruits.
In 1999 I left government work for private practice. I had enjoyed family law classes in school and found the transition easy and the new area of practice a good fit. My degree and experience in psychology have also been a tremendous resource. It was then that I realized how many of my clients were running into problems because of poor or no end of life planning. And I fell in love with yet another area of law: estate planning (probate, trust administration and adult guardianship)!
Through my 31 years of practice I have been involved in many Arizona State Bar committees, a Supreme Court committee, as well as other law related organizations, such as Los Abogados. As an estate planning attorney, I find the State Bar Probate and Trust Section a tremendous resource.
$ 350-350 per hour
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1152 E. Greenway St., Suite #3, Mesa, AZ, 85203
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Posted by Christie | May 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Great Attorney
I have used Sylvina in the past and I am about to retain her again. She's very knowledgeable about the court system and what to do to help make the process as smooth as possible. I enjoyed working with her in the past and know going forward I will again.
Posted by Mimi | May 06, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Classy, knowledgeable and professional
Throughout my divorce, Sylvina and her staff kept me informed of what to expect, the status of what was currently happening, and answered questions promptly. Sylvina gave me excellent and knowledgeable advice, but never pushed me to do anything I was uncomfortable with. I was always impressed with he...
Posted by brent | May 04, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Ms. Cotto as a knowledgeable and honorable attorney.
In 2014, I hired Ms. Cotto as my divorce attorney. From my first consultation with Ms. Cotto, she was very respectful, considerate, and genuine. Throughout the process, we met regularly to discuss the details of my case. She was always very patient with my questions and provided me with clear example...
Posted by anonymous | June 22, 2009 | Divorce & Separation
More than just a lawyer.....friend, caring, integrity.....eye on the end goal
I had a very complicated and unexpected divorce after being married for 25 years and having just retired after 29 years of service with a great company. Ms. Cotto helped me convince the court that I was a financially responsible father and spouse which helped me protect key assests, minimize my spou...
Posted by anonymous | June 17, 2009 | Appeals
Great legal appeals memorandaum
Though chances of a successful appeal seemed remote.,she did excellent legal research of pertinent case law on my behalf. Her memorandum was well written and convinced the AZ Superior Court to overturn a Phoenix Municipal Court's upholding of a harassment injunction against me.
"I endorse Sylvina. She is a strong advocate for her clients but also extremely reasonable and professional in her dealings with opposing counsel and the court."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Sylvina and her practice of law for approximately 19 years. She is a very thorough, diligent and ethical attorney. She has a excellent grasp of the law and is a very skilled trial attorney."
"I have known Sylvina for the last 10 years and have found her to be an excellent litigator, a compassionate advocate and an excellent lawyer. i have referred numerous friends and associates to her and know they are all in good hands. I highly recommend Sylvina Cotto for your family and criminal law needs."
Family lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
Family lawyer
2014
Divorce & Family Law category, Scottsdale Best Businesses
2000
Recognition for contributions to judicial system, Arizona Supreme Court
2002 - Present
President, Cotto Law Firm
2000 - Present
Maricopa County Bar AssociationFamily Law Section Member
2013 - 2019
Maricopa County Bar AssociationBoard Member
2008 - 2016
State Bar of ArizonaAdvisory Committee Member
client awarded assets she requested
1992
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
BS - Bachelor of Science
2015
Facilitator: digital data in family law cases
2015
Divorce
2014
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