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When I am not practicing law, I enjoy reading and writing mystery novels. I am also an amateur nature photographer. I love hiking and taking in all the beauty Arizona has to offer.
I have children and step-children (all of whom are amazing, brilliant, special and wonderful!), so I understand first-hand the issues of divorce, remarriage, co-parenting, step-parenting, etc.
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State: Arizona
Acquired: 1997
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3100 West Ray Road Suite 115, Chandler, AZ, 85226
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27 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by Bradford | April 10, 2016 | Divorce & Separation
Excellent Consultation
I cannot say enough about Monica. I was going through a divorce and was representing myself. I believed I had a good handle on the law...but just wanted to be sure. I found Monica thru Hyatt Legal Plans - and struck a goldmine when I randomly selected her as she was on my way to work. Three...
Posted by anonymous | December 17, 2014 | Family
Highly Recommended!
I would highly recommend Monica Donaldson Stewart to anyone in need of an excellent Family Law attorney. She was very knowledgeable, and always answered my questions very quickly. All of her recommendations as to how to proceed in my case were accurate and beneficial. Her staff was very friendly, ...
Posted by Jen | September 25, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Excellent Attorney
Monica has been my attorney for about a year now, representing me in my divorce proceedings…. something which my ex-husband has not made very pleasant. Throughout this process, Monica has been extremely patient and has been a steady voice of reason if I ever felt the need to stoop to the same levels...
Posted by Mackenzi | September 09, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
The Best Divorce/Family Law Attorney!
Monica and her staff are very dependable, knowledgeable, professional...the list goes on. Monica is fair and has done a great job helping me stay focused and not let the emotional aspect of divorce get the best of me and the situation. She looks out for the best of both parties and especially the chi...
Posted by Dave | September 04, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Excellent Attorney Monica Donaldson
I must say that without a doubt Monica Donaldson was the best attorney to handle my divorce. She was very professional and ALWAYS had my children's best interest in mind. She maintained a calm and reasonable approach with handling my ex. She always responded to me day or night....weekdays or weekends...
"I had the pleasure of working against Monica in a contested case. She was a tough but fair opponent who handled the matter with integrity and skill."
"I endorse this lawyer. Personable, easy to work with, and professional. Family law can be very high tension, so having Monica involved makes everyone more at ease and keeps the process moving as smoothly as possible."
"Monica is thorough and knowledgeable. She is committed where possible to using collaborative law. I trust her work product and her legal analysis. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Monica on more than one occasion, and I am always impressed by her reasonableness and her ability to encourage parties to work towards settlement."
"Monica is the rare attorney who has both a deep knowledge of the law, and the compassion to see that it is applied fairly. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. Stewart is a valuable asset to this community. Her continuing dedication to the law and her clients is admirable."
"Monica is a well-respected member of the family law community, highly regarded by practitioners, experts and the judiciary. She is a strong advocate for her clients, but always conducts herself with the upmost level of professionalism. Monica is settlement minded and a highly skilled litigator in the courtroom. I would recommend Monica to anyone."
Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 02
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"I am a practicing divorce attorney and have had the pleasure of working on cases with Monica throughout the years. She has always been professional, thoroughly prepared, and reasonable. She simply gets the job done. I can confidently endorse Monica!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Monica is an excellent attorney. Very thorough, knowledgeable, and professional. She serves all her clients extremely well."
"I endorse this lawyer. Monica is an excellent attorney in family matters. She is very knowledgeable and experienced!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Donaldson Stewart is very knowledgeable about the law. I enjoy reading her responses to verify what I know about the law and see different was to approach a family law case."
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of her clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"Monica is a well known and well respected family law attorney in the community. She gives quality advice and is a skilled and knowledgeable attorney."
"Monica has mediated my cases, she has been the opposing counsel on my cases, and her associates have been opposing counsel on my cases. She is a great mediator and attorney."
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2013
Rising Star, Southwest Super Lawyers
2012
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2011
Arizona's Finest Lawyers, Arizona's Finest Lawyers
2001 - Present
Managing Attorney, Donanldson Stewart, P.C.
2018 - Present
Maricopa County Association of Family MediatorsSecretary
2009 - Present
Board of Legal SpecializationBoard Member
2009 - Present
East Valley Bar AssociationTreasurer
2007 - Present
Maricopa County Superior CourtJudge Pro Tem - Family Court
2008 - 2009
East Valley Bar AssociationPresident
1997
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
BS - Bachelor of Science
2009
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