Your foundation during difficult family times...Divorce happens and can be done with dignity. My Firm provides informative and effective service.Advocating for a child's best interest... whether in family court or involved in CPS (DCS).My firm advocates for your family's best interest as a whole even when its divided.
Ms. Cox Sandoval is a dedicated attorney, who is familiar with the challenges faced by many of her clients going through divorce, custody disputes, severances and even the practical challenges of blending a family. Ms. Cox Sandoval provides direct client case management; when you hire her, she will be your advocate throughout your case. She also tells you the pros and cons of each strategy to guide you towards the most positive outcome for your family. Ms. Cox Sandoval educates and advocates for her clients, while keeping in mind the family as a whole. Ms. Cox Sandoval often serves as a best interest attorney and court-appointed advisor, so she is experienced providing oversight from the child's perspective and is able to target and assess the Court's concerns. Ms. Cox Sandoval has three daughters from a prior marriage, two stepdaughters and recently welcomed a new daughter, who is the glue to her newly formed blended family.
Practice areas
Ms. Cox Sandoval is experienced both in and out of court representing clients facing divorce. Issues litigated include custody, spousal maintenance and business valuation matters.
17 years
Ms. Cox Sandoval's perspective on Child Custody matters is that both parties should be considerate of the best interest of the child(ren). Her work focuses on educating clients about workable parenting plans in the midst of conflict.
17 years
Ms. Cox Sandoval - having experience in the family law realm - understands the necessity of child support and ensuring the calculations are fair and accurate.
17 years
Ms. Cox Sandoval is experienced handling dependency, guardianship and related matters in which minor children or Child Protective Services is involved. Ms. Cox Sandoval has served as guardian ad litem and attorney for both parents and children.
17 years
Ms. Cox Sandoval began her career in Pinal County Superior Court, handling adult felony matters. She also served as public defender in both Coolidge City Court and Mesa City Court handling misdemeanor DUIs, Assaults and Theft-related charges.
17 years
Languages spoken
English
Cox Sandoval Law, PLLC
575 W. Chandler Blvd.
Ste. 229
Chandler, AZ, 85225
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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AZ | Active | 2004 | 11/08/2017 |
Legal answers | 39 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Southwest Rising Star | Phoenix Magazine | 2018 |
Southwest Rising Star | Phoenix Magazine | 2017 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2016 |
Top 50 Pro Bono Attorneys | Volunteer Lawyers Program of Arizona | 2016 |
Boutique Law Firm of the Month | Attorney at Law Magazine | 2012 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner/Attorney | Cox Sandoval Law, PLLC | 2018 - Present |
Adjunct Professor | Family Law Clinic, ASU | 2013 - 2013 |
Owner | Law Office of Annette M. Cox, PLLC | 2012 - 2017 |
Partner | Cox & Ryan, PLLC | 2010 - 2012 |
Associate Attorney | DeShon Pullen & Associates | 2008 - 2010 |
Associate Attorney | Aslamy & Associates, PC | 2006 - 2008 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Community Legal Services | Board Member | 2019 - Present |
Maricopa County Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
State Bar of Arizona | Member | 2004 - Present |
Maricopa County Bar Association, Family Law Section | Board of Directors | 2010 - 2017 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law | Juris Doctorate | 2004 |
Arizona State University | Bachelor of Arts | 1998 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Maricopa County Bar Association | Juvenile vs. Family Court Options | 2013 |
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Kristina Matthews, Child custody Attorney on Apr 13, 2021
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. We worked together on a case and she was always professional and acting in her client’s best interests. High skilled, professional, and efficient. I love working with attorneys like Annette!
Stasy Click, Family Attorney on Jan 3, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Annette is a fabulous attorney who truly cares about each of her clients. She has a great reputation with the other family lawyers and with the judges she appears in front of. I have sent clients to Annette in the past and she has always treated them well. I highly endorse her!
Kristina Matthews, Child custody Attorney on Apr 13, 2021
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. We worked together on a case and she was always professional and acting in her client’s best interests. High skilled, professional, and efficient. I love working with attorneys like Annette!
Stasy Click, Family Attorney on Jan 3, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Annette is a fabulous attorney who truly cares about each of her clients. She has a great reputation with the other family lawyers and with the judges she appears in front of. I have sent clients to Annette in the past and she has always treated them well. I highly endorse her!
Jennifer Kupiszewski, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 5, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer because she is an excellent attorney. Annette is a pleasure to work with on a case. Her legal strategy is creative and effective. She is committed to her client's and client's are well served by choosing her firm.
Christy Thompson, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 29, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Kielsky, Family Attorney on Dec 8, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Annette is a dedicated family law attorney, representing her clients with professionalism, zeal, and compassion. I recommend Annette for complex family law matters, especially those involving custody and parenting time issues.
Mark Wagner, Divorce and separation Attorney on Aug 11, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Ms.Cox. Annette works hard and is a very kind and caring person, always willing to help out. This shows in her practice and dedication to her clients.
DeShon Pullen, Family Attorney on Feb 21, 2011
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I endorse this lawyer. Annette and I worked together at my Firm for a number of years. Annette is an extremely knowledgeable and talented attorney. She has excellent written and verbal communication skills and aggressively pursues her clients' rights. I highly recommend Annette!
Alex Lane, Divorce and separation Attorney on Aug 14, 2010
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have worked with many lawyers over the years. Annette is smart and fair. She is also an excellent communicator. I was very glad to have her working with me on a very difficult case. I offer my highest recommendation.
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