Christa Banfield

Christa Banfield

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Chandler, AZ
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody, Child Support

3100 W Ray Road #201, Chandler, AZ

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Licensed in Arizona for 15 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2011

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Peacock & Banfield, PLLC

3100 W Ray Road #201, Chandler, AZ, 85226

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Christa Banfield's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

41 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Eduardo | September 02, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great Legal Representation

Christa explained my divorce situation in great detail and helped me understand everything involved in a divorce proceeding. When I had questions regarding various specific situations, she provided proficient advice that made my legal matter smoother and less stressful, especially when children are i...nvolved. Christa made sure I was informed/prepared before every court hearing I had; Christa’s experience as a family attorney was evident. I am very thankful she represented me during the process. If you need a family attorney to represent you, I highly recommend Attorney Christa Banfield at Stewart Law Group.

Posted by Tyler | March 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Wonderful attorney and person!

Christa has been an absolutely wonderful attorney. She has been representing me and started the process of my Parenting Time / Legal Decision making and all that fun stuff since January 2018. My case wasn't an easy cut-n-dry case where she didn't have to do anything. She had a lot of work to complete... and she did it very diligently and always kept me in the loop. Opposing counsel was near non-existent as their client was also non-responsive. Christa went above and beyond to get answers. Would recommend her to everybody - which I actually do. Anybody looking for family attorney, please contact Christa. She will do a stellar job.

Posted by Martin | April 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Custody & Child Support

Christa represented me in two separate custody cases. Both were long and ugly at times, but Christa always helped me to keep a positive spirit about things. Both cases ended up with a great outcome for me and a lot had to do with her tenacity and staying on top of things. She was always available whe...never I had any questions and concerns and always knew exactly what to do with every hurdle that came up in the process. I have highly recommended her to friends and family already and would highly recommend her to anyone.

Posted by anonymous | January 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Child Custody Modification

We were referred to Christa through a friend and we can't be thankful enough for that referral! We had visited with a few attorneys before Christa and my wife and I just never felt like the attorneys cared about us or our story and struggles, until we met Christa. She was someone who really listened... to us and was relatable. She was real with us and told us the truth. She was so thorough with our whole case and made sure we turned in everything needed and turned things in on time. I was trying to modify my current custody orders and receive the time with my daughter that I deserved. Christa always made me feel like she was on my side. She also didn't waste any of my time in order to make more money. She consulted with me when it was appropriate and necessary. My case ended up in trial. The way Christa presented my case just blew my mind. She was on top of everything during that trial. I felt as if she knew my case inside and out so when anything was brought up during the trial she knew exactly how to address it. For the last 6 months my wife and I felt as if Christa was a sort of part of our family, she was drawn into every personal detail of mine and my wife's life. Even after the trial we will remain in contact with her and continue using her for any future uses. She won my modification case for my wife and I and we couldn't be more thankful for all of her dedication.

Posted by Troy | January 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Great Experience! Would hire again!

Starting from the first initial free consultation I was comfortable impressed with Christa's experience with family law. She was very knowledgeable and provided the answers that I needed to move forward with obtaining primary custody of my four year old son. Although I had previously spoken with tw...o other law firms Christa impressed me the most and really seemed to know her stuff. After hiring her, Christa and her team were very knowledgeable, professional, and responsive to all of my questions. They made what could have been a very stressful custody situation as painless as possible. I would definitely recommend Christa and would hire her again if ever needed.

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Christa Banfield's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kris Leonhardt

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"It has been a pleasure to work with Christa for the last few years. Not only is she knowledgeable, but she has a fabulous spirit that makes her clients fall in love with her style. Divorce is hard, but Christa makes the process manageable. I highly recommend Christa!"

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Anna Schiffman

Child custody lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paula Kirby

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am pleased to endorse Christa Banfield. Christa clerked for me while she was in law school, and I have watched her become a knowledgeable, skilled family law attorney since that time. I refer clients to Christa for very competent service and representation. Christa is a talented and caring attorney who works diligently for her clients and is a strong advocate for children. It is my pleasure to endorse Christa."

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Carrie Cravatta

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Christa was respectful and professional throughout the entire litigation. She was a pleasure to work with. I endorse this lawyer."

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Chelsey Golightly

Family lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Christa successfully assisted my partner and I with a family law matter earlier this year. She was responsive to questions, thoughtful, and had a great presence in the courtroom. It was obvious that she was passionate about what she does and wants the best for her clients. I would highly recommend her for any family law or related matters. She's fantastic."

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Michelle Perkins

Family lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Christa is a rising star in the Arizona legal community. She is a caring and compassionate lawyer and that cannot be trained or taught, it just comes naturally to her. She is a strong advocate that very much likes to win and she takes on each new case with her clients best interest at the forefront. She is also direct and to the point, with effective communication skills with her clients, opposing counsel and the judiciary. I highly recommend Christa as a family law attorney."

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Brian Winter

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Co-worker

"Christa is a competent, passionate attorney, who advocates strongly for her clients. I highly recommend Christa for your legal needs and endorse her without reservation."

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J Swick

Family lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Christa for 8 years and can recommend her as a family lawyer."

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Kelly Oetinger

Family lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Christa without reservation. She is a highly skilled attorney. She is always well prepared, very thorough, and cares about her clients. I would not hesitate to turn to her if I needed assistance in this area."

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Susanne Sternberg

Family lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Suzette Lorrey-Wiggs

Family lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Christa is a wonderful attorney. She is ethical, knowledgeable and assertive in representing her clients. She is fair and reasonable. I've referred potential clients to Christa in the past and will do so in the future."

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Lisa Moore

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Brandon Sander

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Paula Kirby

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Carrie Cravatta

Family lawyer

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Brian Winter

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Michelle Perkins

Family lawyer

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Max Hanson

Family lawyer

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J Swick

Family lawyer

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Aarti Bhaga

Family lawyer

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Kris Leonhardt

Family lawyer

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Jami Cornish

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

10 Best Family Law Attorney, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2023

Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2022

10 Best Family Law Attorney, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2022

10 Best Family Law Attorney, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2021

10 Best Family Law Attorney, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2021

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2020

10 Best Family Law Attorney, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2020

Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Family Law Attorneys

2019

10 Best Attorney, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2019

10 Best Attorney, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2019

10 Best Female Family Law Attorney, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2018

Lawyers of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction

2016

Client Choice Award, Avvo

2015

Client Choice Award, Avvo

2015

Lead Counsel Rated in Family Law, Lead Counsel

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Partner, Peacock & Banfield, PLLC

2018 - 2024

Associate Attorney, Stewart Law Group

2015 - 2018

Attorney, Owens & Perkins, P.C.

2012 - 2015

Owner, Banfield Law Office, PLLC

2011 - 2012

Mediator, Out of Court Solutions

2009 - 2011

Law Clerk, Lasiter & Jackson

Associations

2011 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Member

Education

2011

Arizona State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

2010

Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

Arizona State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2014

Lawyers On Call

Family Law Q&A

Publications

2016

Owens & Perkins Blog Mediation- The Up Side

2016

Owens & Perkins Blog Mediation- The Down Side

2016

Languages

English

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