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Since founding Owens & Perkins in 1996 alongside her grandfather, C.D. Owens, Michelle J. Perkins has upheld a family tradition of legal excellence. Admitted to the bar in 1994, she leads a boutique practice focused on family law, estate planning, and probate, serving multiple generations of Arizonans. The firm marks more than 55 years of continuous service, weathering legal and social changes while maintaining strong client relationships. Ms. Perkins belongs to the Arizona Chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization and the Successful Women Owners Network, reflecting her commitment to entrepreneurial growth and women’s leadership. Her accolades include the highest ethical and legal ratings—Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent (2014–2025), Avvo Superb Rating (2018–2025), and numerous client-choice and lifetime achievement awards, confirming her reputation as one of Arizona’s most respected attorneys.
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Posted by Gary | April 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Michelle the Great
I went to Michelle for a consult with her . My exwife was trying to reopen a 2yr old divorce decree that we had completed online. The division of assets had been mutually agreed to and completed. I had recently sold a business that I was awarded in the Consent Decree and she filed a claim to get awa...
Gary, I know this was a very difficult process for you, but you did it and you made it to the other side with an amazing wonderful life ahead of you. I am so proud of you and the stance you ultimately took, resulting in a fair result, rather than a steamrolled result! You should be very proud knowing you are the $40k man!!! (inside joke for the readers). Again, that's not a thing. Just sayin'! It's really not a thing!
Posted by David | April 03, 2024 | Probate
How to Execute my Mothers Will
Michelle was just fabulous on walking me through my mother's Will and all the points on how to carry it out. From Bank accounts to car title transfer to paying all her bills and closing accounts. I can not thank her enough. Just BAR NONE the Best I seen
David, again, I am very sorry for your loss. Thank you for the wonderful review!! We both learned something very astonishing that day, I think we should keep it under wraps! Just wow!
Posted by anonymous | December 01, 2021 | Child Custody
Extremely Knowledgeable Attorney!
I was such a nervous wreck when I reached out to Michelle; lost in the custody forest of despair. With holidays quickly approaching and only the custody Grinch in sight, Michelle, despite barely audible due to extreme illness, looked beyond her own ailments & gave me the confidence & guidance I need...
I am happy to be your guide through the custody forest and now I can even talk! Happy New Year!
Posted by anonymous | November 17, 2020
Expertise with kindness.
Michelle was knowledgeable, and able to address the topics succinctly, and in a manner befitting an educated polished attorney.
Thank you for such an eloquent review.
Posted by Roseanne | June 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family
Family issues and Trust work
Before I met Michelle, I was working with another attorney through some very difficult family issues and did not feel that I was being appropriately represented. Something just didn’t feel right. After a half hour phone consultation with Michelle, I knew without a doubt she would be my attorney. M...
Roseanne, you are truly one of the sweetest people I have ever had the absolute pleasure of working with. I am so very sorry for the things you had to endure, but you are a strong willed woman that always did the right thing, no matter what, and you got through it all. My heart goes out to you and your son.
"I had the pleasure to work with Michelle as co-counsel on a complex trust litigation matter and, soon into our collaboration, I learned that she is the template of what an exemplary attorney should be. She is smart, pragmatic, knowledgeable, trustworthy and she takes every step to ensure that her advice is well reasoned and serves her client's best interests. Michelle will always be my go-to Arizona lawyer to handle my most important clients."
"Michelle is a zealous advocate who will stop at nothing to accomplish the goals of her clients. I would recommend her to anyone seeking top notch legal representation when it comes to family law."
"I specifically seek out Michelle's co-counsel when faced with hard decisions in a case. Michelle is highly ethical, practical, and well-versed in the law. Michelle has always been kind and understanding, even under trying circumstances, and she shows compassion for her clients as she advocates for them. I endorse this lawyer. I also would highly recommend her to anyone, hands-down."
"Michelle is one of the finest lawyers in the community."
"Attorney Perkins is one of those rare attorneys who combines being a compassionate advocate for her clients with superior legal knowledge. Attorney Perkins meticulous attention to detail and advocacy skills are an asset to her clients and is why she is a sought after lawyer. I highly recommend Attorney Perkins."
"Michelle is a force to be reckoned with. I have seen her be incredibly compassionate with and go out of her way for her clients. But she can also be assertive and take-no-prisoners when the situation calls for it. She is meticulous in her work- even seasoned attorneys can learn from her level of attention to detail."
"During my years working with her at Owens & Perkins, I have found Michelle to be a very savvy family law attorney with an extensive amount of both legal and practical knowledge in the area that she readily shares with all of us. She is a tireless and tough advocate for her clients in both settlement negotiations and trial. But probably her best quality, at least in our clients' eyes, is an wellspring of empathy for a client's particular circumstances which have led them to retain us and a devotion to ensure that each client receives the best service and fairest result in their case during our representation. You would be hard pressed to find a better attorney to represent you in a divorce or family law case."
"Michelle is a fantastic lawyer that provides effective representation for her clients while being great to work with as an opposing counsel. Both qualities are an asset to her clients and the legal community."
"Michelle is unflinchingly objective, ethical, and fair. Whenever I refer a client to Michelle, I have the utmost confidence she will give the client the best possible legal advice, whether they want to hear it or not."
"Michelle is not only a fabulous advocate for her clients, she is also an amazing mentor!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Michelle is a highly experienced family law lawyer with a strong commitment to both client service and professionalism. I endorse and recommend Michelle."
"Michelle is an amazing talent in the legal community!"
"Michelle is that rare breed of professional who while being a gifted attorney maintains a wonderful heart. I have known her since law school and would not hesitate to refer a friend or family member to her or her firm. In fact, on several occasions, I have. More than once I have encouraged clients or others to call her with domestic relations or other issues and counseled that Michelle is the attorney that I would least like to see on the other side of the "v." This is meant as high praise that is well deserved. Michelle's skill set affords her clients the ability to be well served on a wide variety of issues from the everyday to the most esoteric. Her experience and skills with mediation and as a judge pro tem lend themselves nicely to her ongoing practice."
"In 1996, my granddaughter, Michelle J. Perkins, joined me as partners in Owens & Perkins. I was 73 years of age at the time, having begun solo practice in Arizona in 1967 at the age of 44. Because she is my granddaughter, my personal bias should be easy for all who read this to recognize. I think she is an excellent attorney of the highest caliber, and she is an outstanding Managing Partner of the Firm. Thankfully, you don’t have to rely on just my biased opinion; you can look at the numerous awards she has received like SuperLawyers, Top 10 Estate Lawyers, Top Business Lawyers, her Client Distinction award and her award of Excellence and decide for yourself. In the end, I think you will find she is one of the best in town."
"I have found Michelle Perkins to be very knowledgeable regarding Probate and Trust Administration and probate litigation. Her office staff is also very helpful."
"Michelle is an exceptional attorney. She is intelligent, organized, and determined in her cases, and is dedicated and loyal to her clients . As a fellow attorney, I highly recommend her."
"I have had the pleasure of working with Michelle on cases as opposing counsel, as well as in the legal community. She demonstrated tremendous skill and knowledge in the area of family law and the utmost professionalism. I highly recommend her."
"I highly endorse Ms. Perkins and her law firm. She assisted my client in an efficient and expert manner, which was incredibly timely. I highly value her expertise."
"I worked for Michelle early in my career. I was young and was just getting started practicing family law. I now handle high-conflict, high-asset divorce and custody matters and I can honestly say MIchelle taught me everything I know. She is an excellent attorney! She is ethical, sharp and aggressive. I would strongly recommend MIchelle and her law firm for any type of family matter."
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2024
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
2023 Highest Rating in Both Legal Ability and Ethical Standards, Martindale-Hubbell®
2022
AV Preeminent Rated - Judicial Edition, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
America's Most Honored Lawyers - Top 1%, The American Registry
2022
Client Champion "Platinum" Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
AV Preeminent Rated, Lawyers.com
2021
Best Divorce Lawyers in Scottsdale, Three Best Rated
2021
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2020
2020 Top Airpark Lawyers, Scottsdale Airpark News
2020
America's Most Honored Lawyers - To 1%, The American Registry
2020
Client Champion Platinum Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Top Rated Lawyer, Avvo
2020
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2020
Top Lawyers of Arizona, The Arizona Republic
2020
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Client Choice Award, Avvo
2019
Top Lawyers of Arizona, The Arizona Republic
2019
Client Champion Platinum Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Top Lawyers, The Arizona Republic
2018
Client Choice Award, Avvo
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Top 100 Attorneys Award, America's Top 100 Attorneys
2017
Top Rated Lawyer, Avvo
2017
Client Choice Award, Avvo
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Top Lawyers of Arizona, Arizona Republic
2016
Client Choice Award, Avvo
2016
AV Preeminent Rated- Judicial Edition, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
America's Most Honored Professionals "Best of the Best", The American Registry
2016
Lifetime Achievement Award, Successful Women Owners Network
2015
2015 Top 10 Family Law Attorneys in Arizona, National Academy of Family Law Attorneys, Inc.
2015
2015 Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
2015 Top Lawyers of Arizona, Arizona Republic
2015
2015 Top Rated Lawyer in Family Law, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
America's Most Honored Professional, The American Registry
2015
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2014
America's Most Honored Professional, The American Registry
2014
Client Choice Award, Avvo
2014
Top Valley Lawyers, North Valley Magazine
2014
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2014
Arizona’s Top Attorneys for Family Law, AZ Business Magazine
2014
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Client Choice Award, Avvo
2013
50 Most Influential Women in Arizona Business, Arizona Business Magazine
2013
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Best of Arizona Business Attorneys, Ranking Arizona
2012
Client Choice Award, Avvo
2012
Top Ten Estate and Trust Litigation Attorneys, AZ Business Magazine
2007
Top 5% of Family Law Lawyers, Southwest Super Lawyers
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
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Award of Excellence, Scottsdale Bar Association
1996 - Present
Managing Partner, Owens & Perkins, P.C.
1994 - 1996
Sole Practitioner, Michelle J. Perkins, Attorney at Law
1994 - Present
State Bar of ArizonaMember
Member
2004 - 2015
Arizona Chapter of Entreprenuers' OrganizationMember of the Velocity Forum
1994
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
BS - Bachelor of Science Cum Laude
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