Annette Cox Sandoval

Annette Cox Sandoval

4.1
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 21 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Chandler, AZ
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support ... +2 more

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

About Annette

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

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.

21 years

65%
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.

21 years

20%
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.

21 years

10%
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.

21 years

4%
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.

21 years

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 21 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2004

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Location

Cox Sandoval Law, PLLC

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

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Annette Cox Sandoval's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.1 /5.0

34 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 10 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | May 31, 2013 | Child Custody

Fought CPS and Won

Annette Cox is a phenomenal attorney. She is smart, savvy, resourceful, strategic, experienced, analytical, organized, competent, and professional. Everything you would want in a lawyer. Annette was my defense attorney in a difficult case against CPS for almost a year. CPS made a bunch of exagger...ated, rash, base-less, inferring, and trumped-up allegations and went straight for severance of our parental rights. Not many attorneys even take CPS cases (also known as JD or JS cases), but not only did she take the case, but we won forcing the state to dismiss the case, thus getting full custody of our child back. It’s a fact of life that lawyers are expensive, and Annette’s fees are average with most other attorneys in Phoenix, but it is like the old saying goes, “you get what you pay for.” In my opinion Annette was worth every penny, because the result was getting my child back from the clutches of CPS, and what price can you put on that? Through our entire battle with CPS Annette always kept focused on the objective and stayed on point forcing CPS to take responsibility for their actions and inactions. In court she was aggressive, straight forward, concise, and represented me in the most accurate and professional way possible. Annette genuinely listened to our concerns without judgment, answered our questions effectively, and was good counsel. Annette has helped our family by fighting and winning against the State when initially our case looked grim. I’m not saying Annette is a miracle worker who will win every case, and if Annette can’t win your case, you can rest assured that you did everything possible you could to win, and at least that will give you some solace. No offense to court appointed attorneys, but it you want someone who actually cares and devotes time and energy into you, your case, and your family, and you care about the results of your case you should do everything in your power to solicit the services of Annette Cox.

Posted by Carissa | April 04, 2012 | Family

Cares for your best interest

although i did not retain ms cox, i did have a consult with her regarding the return of my children, i would have done whatever i could pay her fee, because i knew very quickly that she was very knoweledgeable about working with CPS, and how the process worked. But Ms Cox declined to accept me, but s...he equipped me with the knowledge i needed to have my kids returned from cps. She told me exactly what to say to get my court appointed attorney to get in a gear and do her job. She cared about my kids not about the money, and I am forever grateful to her for that. I tell everyone i know about her who is need of a family attorney!!!

Posted by Shannon | January 04, 2012 | Child Custody

Amazing and professional

I very much appreciate all of the hard work that Annette Cox has put into my divorce/child custody case. She is smart, responsible, accurate, and trustworthy. She has always gone above and beyond with my case and she is extremely professional. I highly recommend Annette Cox to anyone who is going thr...ough a tough time like I was. She will always treat you with dignity and she is very responsive. Thank you Annette Cox!

Posted by Carrie | January 02, 2012 | Child Custody

EXCELLENT Attorney- took me 4 worthless attorneys to finally score this one!

Annette was referred to me by a reputable criminal attorney. I was very apprehensive initially because I have been jacked around in the Maricopa Family Court for the last 8years and had hired 4 different attorney over the course of those years! I found that most attorneys are uninterested in you and ...your family and only care about their next invoice being paid. One attorney had even admitted to being a habitual dope user. Dealing with a vengeful ex-husband who makes about 4 times what I do, I found myself broke and desperate for a good attorney who actually returned calls, emails and worked hard on my case! Thats when i found Annette! She was very responsive to my questions, concerns, emails, and phone calls. I was impressed because i even got return texts from her at 10pm, well after her office had closed. Additionally, Annette was extremely knowledgeable and was able to strategize my case which ultimately won me custody and parenting time. During my custody trial, several of my divorced friends who have gone through similar experinces with child custody attended amy trial and were very impressed how Annette was so composed, quick and witty with her questions and bringing out facts relevant to my case. Since Annette has successfully completed my case, I have referred her to a number of other people who are also impressed with her as an attorney! Before you consult with any other attorney, save yourself the time and energy by contacting Annette!

Posted by Jenne | June 14, 2010 | Family

Annette Cox, My Relief!

Annette Cox is a compassionate, kind, barracuda! She provided me with a peace of mind not found nowadays. Annette and I worked together, two states away from each other, on my family law case. She was prompt in her responses and was trustworthy when trust seemed to be at an all-time low! I believe sh...e did an incredible job throughout my case and I would refer her for any family law need! If it wasn't for Annette I just don't know how I would have made it through some of those days!!

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Annette Cox Sandoval's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kristina Matthews

Child custody lawyer | Apr 13

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!"

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Stasy Click

Family lawyer | Jan 03

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!"

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Jennifer Kupiszewski

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 05

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."

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Christy Thompson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Kielsky

Family lawyer | Dec 08

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."

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Mark Wagner

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 11

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."

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DeShon Pullen

Family lawyer | Feb 21

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!"

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Alex Lane

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 14

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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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Southwest Rising Star, Phoenix Magazine

2017

Southwest Rising Star, Phoenix Magazine

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Top 50 Pro Bono Attorneys, Volunteer Lawyers Program of Arizona

2012

Boutique Law Firm of the Month, Attorney at Law Magazine

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Owner/Attorney, Cox Sandoval Law, PLLC

2013 - 2013

Adjunct Professor, Family Law Clinic, ASU

2012 - 2017

Owner, Law Office of Annette M. Cox, PLLC

2010 - 2012

Partner, Cox & Ryan, PLLC

2008 - 2010

Associate Attorney, DeShon Pullen & Associates

2006 - 2008

Associate Attorney, Aslamy & Associates, PC

Associations

2019 - Present

Community Legal Services

Board Member

2010 - Present

Maricopa County Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Member

2010 - 2017

Maricopa County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Board of Directors

Education

2004

Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law

Juris Doctorate

1998

Arizona State University

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Maricopa County Bar Association

Juvenile vs. Family Court Options

Languages

English

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