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-Arizona State Bar Certified Specialist in Family Law
-Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
-Fellow of the International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
-Managing Partner
Mr. Ellsworth has been practicing law in Arizona for more than twenty-six years, specializing in family law related matters. His practice is solely dedicated to handling family law matters including divorce, paternity, child custody, child support, adoption, grandparents’ rights, pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements, termination of parental rights and step parent adoption, domestic partners custody and visitation, spousal maintenance, and a host of other family law related areas of practice. Mr. Ellsworth has been appointed and serves as a Judge Pro Tem in the Family Law Division of the Maricopa County Superior Court. Mr. Ellsworth is a frequent presenter at advanced level continuing legal education courses in the area of family law. Mr. Ellsworth has represented hundreds of clients over his many years of practice and is prepared to handle any aspect of family law, including hearings, alternative dispute resolution, trials and appeals.
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Chat withState: Arizona
Acquired: 1989
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1630 S Stapley Dr Ste 200, Mesa, AZ, 85204-6659
9 Client Reviews
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Posted by Hollil | December 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Steven and Glen are the best!
What I thought was going to be an easy divorce became very ugly. I hired Steven Ellsworth after I let my first set of attorneys go. Steven and Glen took over my divorce and helped me feel like everything would be ok. It still was a stressful couple of years, but I knew I had outstanding attorneys rep...
Posted by chris | September 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Shows the true value of a total firm
My lawyer, Glenn, had a sudden scheduling conflict with another case, and he offered to moves things around so he could be there for my basic hearing, or have Steven "cover it". I only met him a few minutes before the hearing and it was obvious how he was fully informed about my case and the hearing...
Posted by anonymous | March 26, 2017
Gave the answer needed
I was looking for some advice to which he advised he can't give advice through Avvo but when I called, got the information I needed.
Posted by Dianne | November 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Excellent Firm
I Hire Mr. Ellsworth to represent me in a child custody case. Mr. Ellsworth is knowledgeable and was able to guide me through the complexities of the case. He was informative and made sure I kept up to date on all aspect of the case. In the end Mr. Ellsworth was able to settle the case out of cour...
Thank you Dianne! Client and attorney communication is a major key to successful representation. I have learned through my 27 years of experience that being on the same page as your client makes a world of difference in negotiations and in court.
Posted by BH | October 31, 2016 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Wow what a shame..
Very bad experience even til this day. Steven took a case for me 3 years ago that I'm still trying to straighten out.. He completely over looked numerous key case issues that needed attention from the beginning and left all the work to his paralegal. In result, never took responsibility for his a...
I appreciate your feedback and I am sorry you feel that your experience was not up to par. I have been in practice for over 27 years and represented hundreds of individuals in numerous cases from divorce to paternity matters. I take great pride in paying attention to every detail and keeping each case well organized and apologize that you feel I failed to do so in your case.
"Steve is a master of his craft. Extremely knowledgeable and always well prepared. He also brings a level of experience and expertise that is unmatched."
"I endorse this lawyer. Worked with Steve on a family law related matter. He is knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with."
"I endorse Steve as a premier family lawyer in Arizona. Steve is a certified specialist, member of the Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, and is highly regarded by his peers and judges of the court. As a mentor and co-worker, Steve exemplifies professional service, client engagement, and creative legal skills."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Steve and I have represented opposing clients numerous times in the past, and I have uniformly been impressed with his legal ability, focus and unrelenting commitment to his clients. He really knows his stuff. Anyone needing a family law attorney would be well advised to consult with Steve."
Family lawyer
2017
Family Law Super Lawyer, Southwest Super Lawyers
2016
Certified Family Law Arbitrator, American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Family Law Super Lawyer, Southwest Super Lawyers
2015
Family Law Super Lawyer, Southwest Super Lawyers
2014
Family Law Super Lawyer, Southwest Super Lawyers
2013
Family Law Super Lawyer, Southwest Super Lawyers
2012
Family Law Super Lawyer, Southwest Super Lawyers
2011
Family Law Super Lawyer, Southwest Super Lawyers
2010
Family Law Super Lawyer, Southwest Super Lawyers
2008
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of Arizona
2008
Family Law Super Lawyer, Southwest Super Lawyers
2003 - Present
Managing Partner, Ellsworth Family Law, P.C.
1997 - 2003
Partner, Scoresby & Ellsworth, PLC
1990 - 1997
Attorney, Roberts, Ellsworth & Rowley, Ltd.
1989 - 1990
Attorney, Gallagher & Kennedy, PA
2013 - Present
International Academy of Family LawyersFellow
2010 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersBoard of Governors
2005 - Present
Maricopa County Superior CourtJudge Pro Tem
1989 - Present
State Bar of ArizonaMember
1989 - Present
International Legal Fraternity Phi Kappa PhiMember
1989 - Present
American Inns of CourtMember
2012 - 2016
Arizona Board of Legal SpecializationMember
Affirmed
1989
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2017
Hot Tips Panel
2016
Hot Tips Panel
2015
Hot Tips Panel
2014
Hot Tips Panel
2013
Rule 10, Child's Attorney, Best Interests Attorney and Court Appointed Advisor
2012
Family Law Trials
2011
Daubert v. Frye Standard in Arizona
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