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Kristy Brown Blackwell
About Kristy
Biography
I enjoy advocating for children and those who don't yet have their own voice. I often take on Pro Bono cases from the Volunteer Lawyers Project. They have been some of my most interesting and gratifying cases. When I'm not practicing law, I enjoy running, reading, kayaking and watching movies with my family. My oldest daughter and I have taken some Krav Maga classes together and we now have some wicked ninja fighting skills.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Adoption
100%
21 years
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Licensed in Arizona for 21 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2004
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Location
Stuart & Blackwell, P.L.L.C.
3920 South Alma School Road, Suite 5, Chandler, AZ, 85248
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Posted by Amy | March 27, 2012 | Adoption
Horray for ADOPTION!!!
Kristy helped us in the finalization process of our adoption. We were facing a time crunch to get our adoption finalized in court before the year was over. Kristy was able to asked for an expedited request to finalize which we were granted! She took care of everything while at the same time keepin...
Posted by Gwen | April 08, 2011 | Child Custody
Grandparents Visitation
We came to Kristy seeking help regarding a visitation issue with our grandaughter. Kristy provided us with excellant advice on how to approach the situation, what we could expect, and helped us set some realistic goals. She was kind, compassionate and the voice of reason when our emotions ran high. ...
Posted by Scott | March 16, 2011 | Adoption
Adoption & Severance of Parental Rights
Kristy is an exceptional lawyer who flawlessly handled our contested severance of parental rights and adoption. She is extremely knowledgeble in all adoption related areas and very quickly responds to any questions or concerns you may have. Kristy excels in a courtroom environment and is very proacti...
Posted by anonymous | September 27, 2010 | Adoption
highly recommend
Kristy Blackwell is a fantastic attorney. She helped us complete two adoptions. She is knowledgeable, professional, responsive, and a pleasure to work with. She was always available to answer questions, was very patient, and was very thorough with our case. She pays attention to every detail, and...
Kristy Brown Blackwell's Lawyer Endorsements
"Incredibly knowledgeable and well respected, Kristy is a subject matter expert. It is always a pleasure to collaborate with her on adoption cases as I know matters will be handled smoothly and ethically."
"I endorse this lawyer and would recommended services to any client."
"Kristy is an adoption lawyer unlike any other. Her experience and knowledge is unsurpassed. I highly recommend Kristy."
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"I endorse this lawyer. An outstanding and well respected attorney in the legal community. I would recommend her wholeheartedly to annyone needing legal representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Kristy is extremely knowledgeable in adoption laws. She is an excellent attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Kristi is extremely knowledgeable with regard to the Arizona adoption laws. I have worked with her on several matters and she and her staff are extremely helpful, efficient and professional."
"Excellent attorney. I recommend her services to anyone in need."
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"Kristy was extremely professional in representing her client. She was attentive to the matter and very pleasant to communicate with throughout the litigation process. Her knowledge of the law and approach were instrumental in resolving the matter through an agreement, rather than having to go to trial."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
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"Kristy and I were opposing attorneys in a recent divorce matter. I found her to be knowledgable about the law, professional and ethical. I appreciated her desire to work towards an amicable resolution in a highly emotional case."
"I have worked with Kristy as opposing counsel on matters. Kristy is very knowledgeable of the law and was a pleasure to work with."
"Kristy an amazing advocate. She takes her responsibility to her clients to heart and is an excellent problem solver. I can't imagine a better choice for an adoption attorney than Kristy."
"I had the pleasure of working with Kristy for over 3 years. She is my "go to" person for adoptions. She's great at legal research, and is a competent litigator who has true compassion & concern for her clients and the outcome of their matters."
"Kristy is a great attorney. Her clients respect her and value the quality legal work that she provides. I would reccomend her to anyone."
"I worked with Kristy on a post-decree parentingtime and child support matter. She is a very good and ethical lawyer. She was a pleasure to work with."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Certificate of Appreciation for Pro Bono Accomplishments, Rose Marie Nunez
2014
Top Pro Bono Attorney, Volunteer Lawyers Project of the Arizona State Bar
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Certificate of Training, American Academy of Assisted Reproductive Technology Attorneys
2013
Interstate Adoption Training, American Academy of Adoption Attorneys
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Partner, Stuart & Blackwell, PLLC
2004 - 2011
Attorney, Donaldson Stuart, PC
2003 - 2003
Law Clerk, Tiffany & Bosco
2003 - 2003
Law Clerk, Civil Law Clinic
Associations
2019 - Present
Arizona Adoption CoalitionPresident
2013 - Present
Academy of Adoption & Assisted Reproduction Attorneys (fka American Academy of Adoption Attorneys)Fellow
2013 - Present
EVLLMember
2004 - Present
Arizona State BarMember
2013 - 2020
I-Help TempeMember
2012 - 2017
Arizona Women Lawyers Association (Maricopa chapter)
2010 - 2015
Maricopa County Bar AssociationMember
2008 - 2012
East Valley Bar AssociationMember
2007 - 2020
Juvenile Law Section of Arizona State BarMember
2004 - 2011
Family Law Section of Arizona State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
RICHARD M. v. PATRICK M., et al.; 1 CA-JV 19-0288
Upheld
Education
2004
Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
Portland State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2021
Arizona Adoption Law
Arizona Termination of Parental Rights Cases
2021
AAC Quarterly Meeting
Openness Agreements in Arizona Adoptions
2019
Nuts and Bolts of Adoption
Updates in Arizona Adoption CaseLaw
2018
FPA Successful Adoption Workshop
Adoption Law in Arizona
2016
Successful Private Adoption!
Tips for Adoptive Parents on Communicating with Expectant Birth Parents
2014
Southwest Regional Conference
Arizona Adoption Law
2010
Families Supporting Adoption, Southwest Regional Conference
Adoptions
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I become a legal guardian and/or adopt children even if they have legal guardianship already?
25 Aug 2023
Q&A
Can my nephew acquire my us citizenship through adoption ?
30 Aug 2023
Q&A
My stepson is 41 years old and lives in Alberta Canada. Can I adopt him even though I am now living in Phoenix, AZ?
15 Mar 2023