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

Active

No misconduct found

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 1 - 1 of 1 review | Guardianship

Posted by anonymous | September 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Guardianship

DO NOT HIRE THIS ATTORNEY!!

My husband and I hired Annette to help us in a dependency case regarding our niece and nephew who BEGGED us for help. She took our case, charged us THOUSANDS of dollars and within 10 days of representing us threw a fit in court and quit because she didn't want to go against DCS, at the expense of my... suicidal niece. She is part of the delicate ecosystem of attorneys and government agencies who tread very carefully to not piss each other off at the expense of children who need help. I'll never get back the thousands of dollars I spent and am now back in the same predicament of family members asking me for help but not knowing where to turn because the system is so corrupt. I honestly have no idea how this woman sleeps at night.

Annette Cox Sandoval

Replied last September 25, 2017

Thank you for your comments. The reality and simple fact is that you failed to appear for a hearing on time and the judge made a decision that you were unhappy about. I wish I could control the judges, but I cannot. If I could, I'd be able to please everyone who hires me. Such expectations though were/are unreasonable, and as a result, it was best for both of us to cease representation. That said, I am always willing to challenge DCS when that is the best strategy, and likewise, I am also willing to work with DCS if that will yield a result in the best interest of the children. These particular cases are never about you as they are about the child and family as a whole. The judge ultimately is the decider of the facts, not me.

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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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Mark Wagner

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Alex Lane

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DeShon Pullen

Family lawyer

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

Activity

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