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  • Chandler, AZ
  • Licensed for 16 years
Annette Cox Sandoval
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About Annette

Your foundation during difficult family times...

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.

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Practice areas

OtherJuvenile lawChild supportChild custodyDivorce and separation
  1. Divorce and separation: 65%

    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.

    16 years

  2. Child custody: 20%

    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.

    16 years

  3. Child support: 10%

    Ms. Cox Sandoval - having experience in the family law realm - understands the necessity of child support and ensuring the calculations are fair and accurate.

    16 years

  4. Juvenile law: 4%

    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.

    16 years

  1. Criminal defense: 1%

    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.

    16 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

Cox Sandoval Law, PLLC

575 W. Chandler Blvd.
Ste. 229
Chandler, AZ, 85225

Website
http://www.coxsandoval.com 

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    AZActive 200411/08/2017
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers39
    Legal guides0
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Southwest Rising StarPhoenix Magazine2018
    Southwest Rising StarPhoenix Magazine2017
    Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2016
    Top 50 Pro Bono AttorneysVolunteer Lawyers Program of Arizona2016
    Boutique Law Firm of the MonthAttorney at Law Magazine2012
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    Owner/AttorneyCox Sandoval Law, PLLC2018 - Present
    Adjunct ProfessorFamily Law Clinic, ASU2013 - 2013
    OwnerLaw Office of Annette M. Cox, PLLC2012 - 2017
    PartnerCox & Ryan, PLLC2010 - 2012
    Associate AttorneyDeShon Pullen & Associates2008 - 2010
    Associate AttorneyAslamy & Associates, PC2006 - 2008
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Community Legal ServicesBoard Member2019 - Present
    Maricopa County Bar AssociationMember2010 - Present
    State Bar of ArizonaMember2004 - Present
    Maricopa County Bar Association, Family Law SectionBoard of Directors2010 - 2017
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of LawJuris Doctorate2004
    Arizona State UniversityBachelor of Arts1998
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Maricopa County Bar AssociationJuvenile vs. Family Court Options2013

    Reviews

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    Amazing Job

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    I had a very hard time when I found out that my wife had decided to end our marriage after 5years and 10 years of being together. I decided to hire Annette Cox after a consultation with her. It was probably the best decision I ever made. Annette talked me through all the steps and all the paperwork. Annette even talked me through how I should communicate with my ex. She worked with me on payments and was there to answer all my calls. Annette Cox is a great lawyer she is tuff, hard working and fair. I recommend her to all my friends who are in need or feel that there being taken advantage of.
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    Wouldn't have won our case without Annette!

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    Awesome lawyer, she really knows her field of expertise! Annette really puts her heart into her work, and makes you feel like a person, not just a number. Highly recommend!
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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    Best Attorney in Arizona!

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    I have been divorced now for over 10 years and since my divorce have gone through three attorneys. My first experience with my first attorney was horrible and no justice was served in my divorce; my ex wife walked away with everything including my children. Since then I have taken my ex-wife back to court and never really truly been able to get justice served. I recently retained Annette Cox Sandoval as my attorney in a custody battle with my ex-wife. My ex-wife was always used to winning and getting her way and justice was never served until recently when Mrs Cox Sandoval took over my case. Mrs Cox Sandoval was very good at gathering the evidence that I gave her an overtime put together an amazing case!!! My ex even tried to get jurisdiction changed after it being 10 years in Arizona to hometown of Nevada. Mrs Cox Sandoval fought for me and convinced our judge to retain jurisdiction in Arizona (which was key to my custody battle)! Recently we were set to go to custody trial and the day before our trial my ex caved in and settled. I finally got justice served and more importantly, my son is now happy and living with me and his family in Arizona!!! Mrs Cox Sandoval is the best attorney that I've had and I will never have to worry again so long as she is in my corner!!! I highly recommend Annette Cox Sandoval to anyone when it comes to family court and or custody disputes!!!! Annette is the best!!!
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    Amazing Lawyer

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    I couldn’t be happier than with Annette. She was knowledgeable and professional. She gave great advice and knows what she is talking about. She ran circles around the other lawyers that I consulted. I guess that there is a reason why another lawyer referred her to me.
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    Knowledgeable, Respectful, and Represented My Family Professionally

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    Annette and Terri are amazing, great team constantly updated us through the entire process answered every question and went above and beyond when we needed them to make sure I was being treated fairly by the circumstances. She represented me in a child custody case where the other parent filed for full custody. She fought for what was in the best interest of our daughter and made sure that I understood every step we where taking. I recommend her every chance I get and I will continue to recommend her, she is the best.
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    Excellent Lawyer and represents professionally

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    Annette Cox helped me obtain my legal parenting rights in a same sex legal battle. She is an excellent litagator and fought hard to help use the law to protect my rights in unfamiliar territory. I am so grateful to her and proud that my case was able to establish some necessary groundwork in this community. Thank you, Annette!!!!
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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    Knowledgeable, thorough and caring attorney

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    Annette helped my daughter with her DCS case. My daughter is in recovery and was referred to DCS when she had her baby. Annette was so knowledgeable about the system and provided calm, non-judgmental and professional support and advise throughout the nearly 1 year ordeal. She was always prepared for each court date and also assisted with the final disposition including the custody determination. I feel like Annette truly cared about my daughter and granddaughter and I would highly recommend her to anyone needing legal help.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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    More than I could have ever asked for.

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    Annette and her team were very cooperative, driven with my goals in mind, extremely knowledgeable, always kept me in the loop and we're always forward and honest. They gave me guidance to follow, do's, don'ts and we're available anytime that I needed them. I cannot thank them enough for the time and effort they put in to make my case correct and resolute. I was dealing with a divorce, child care, child support and I thought I was never going to be able to get anywhere until Anette was referred to me. I truly felt for the first time that I had someone on my side and was able to correct my case lawfully.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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    Honest, hard-working and excellent!

    Posted by

    I've had experience with other attorneys and Annette Cox is the best attorney I could have chosen. Ms. Cox is caring, listens to your concerns and works hard to represent you and your family. She takes into consideration all the aspects of your case. Ms. Cox is honest and straight to the point. She is not an attorney that will tell you "just what you want to hear". Ms. Cox will give you a fair and accurate picture of your case and what to expect. Ms. Cox is knowledgeable, dedicated and thorough. She's an excellent female attorney and I strongly recommend her to all my friends and family.
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    Thank you

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    Annette and Team were hired for dissolution of marriage. This bad situation was made better by Annette and team. I always felt the case was moving forward, and felt everything was done correct. And it was, Thank you very much. I will return if I ever need consolation again.
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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!

    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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