I founded the law firm Hall Underwood PLLC to give clients a better option. We are a boutique litigation and family law firm with top rated attorneys who offer predictable and affordable fixed fees instead of the limitless hourly billing practices employed at traditional law firms. Our clients know from the free initial consultation exactly how much their case will cost so they never have to worry about surprise invoices or whether they will be able to afford to maintain representation through the end of their case. Contact us for your complimentary consultation or visit our website for more information.
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Hall Underwood PLLC
16427 N. Scottsdale Rd.
Suite 410
Scottsdale, AZ, 85254
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZ | Active | 2012 | 03/04/2021 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Best Divorce Attorney | Arizona Foothills Magazine | 2018 |
| Top 10 Attorneys | National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys | 2016 |
| 10 Best Under 40 | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2016 |
| Top 10 Attorney Under 40 | American Institute of Legal Counsel | 2015 |
| Top 10 Family Lawyer in Arizona | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2015 |
| Top Contributor Family Law | AVVO | 2014 |
|---|---|---|
| Top Contributor Litigation | AVVO | 2014 |
| Top Contributor Business Law | AVVO | 2014 |
| Lead Counsel Rated in Family Law | Lead Counsel | 2014 |
| Best Litigation Firm - Scottsdale, AZ | Best Businesses | 2014 |
| Litigation Fellowship | DePaul University College of Law | 2011 |
| Merit Scholarship | DePaul University College of Law | 2010 |
| Dean's List | University of Illinois | 2006 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Managing Partner | Hall Underwood, PLLC | 2014 - Present |
| Attorney | Gurstel Chargo, PA | 2013 - 2014 |
| Attorney | Ryley Carlock & Applewhite | 2013 - 2013 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| American Bar Association | Member | 2015 - Present |
| Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2015 - Present |
| State Bar of Arizona, Sole Practitioner/Small Firm Section | Member | 2013 - Present |
| State Bar of Arizona | Member | 2012 - Present |
| Young Lawyers Association | Member | 2012 - Present |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Top Blawg Content Syndication | Credit During Divorce: An Unavoidable Casualty | 2015 |
| AVVO Legal Guides | Top 9 Arizona Family Law Myths | 2015 |
| Blog | What is Legal Decision Making? | 2015 |
| Legal Blog | How to "Win" Your Arizona Family Law Case | 2014 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| DePaul University College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2011 |
| University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2007 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Modernizing the Law | Hourly Fees: A Relic From the Past | 2015 |
| Family Law | Strategies for Effective Self-Representation | 2015 |
| Roundtable Chat | Special Considerations in Divorce | 2015 |
| Arizona State Bar Convention | Family Law Litigation | 2015 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| High Net Worth Divorce | All monetary relief denied |
| Breach of Fiduciary Duty, Fraud | Dismissal with prejudice; Fees awarded to my client |
| Divorce Temporary Orders | Spousal Support, Child Support, Sole Custody |
| High Net Worth Divorce | My client retained all important assets and avoided any spousal support. |
| Child Support Enforcement & Modification | My client received a substantial purge payment & an upward deviation in child support. |
| Breach of Contract | Prompt settlement recovering all of my client's damages |
|---|---|
| Dissolution with special needs child | 65% Upward Deviation in Child Support |
| Custodial Parent Relocation | Relocation Granted |
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Noah Peterson, Litigation Attorney on Feb 13, 2016
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I have read many of Jay's answers. They are consistently accurate and helpful to Avvo Askers. These are qualities a client should consider when looking for a lawyer.
Glenn Allen, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 15, 2015
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Mr. Hall is a well rounded attorney who has a mastery of many legal areas. He gives great insight and detailed legal reasoning.
Reagen Kulseth, Family Attorney on Jul 3, 2015
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I endorse Jay Hall. He is very knowledgeable in his practice areas and an asset to the legal community.
Matthew Harris, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jun 18, 2015
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I endorse Jay Hall. He is my go-to criminal defense attorney in Arizona.
John Bain, Business Attorney on May 5, 2015
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Jay is an excellent attorney that will thoroughly analyze your situation and develop the best strategy for your individual scenario. Jay is well-versed and very knowledgeable of the law.
Raquel Fernandez-Flaherty, Family Attorney on Apr 27, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hall is an asset to the AVVO community. He provides very well reasoned and detailed responses on AVVO.
Valarie McNeice, Family Attorney on Apr 26, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hall is an experienced and very knowledgeable attorney. He consistently provides sound legal answers.
Gerald Hannel, Litigation Attorney on Mar 22, 2015
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Jay's a very competent attorney. I was very impressed in his general competence in family law and litigation generally. He's an excellent writer and is willing to go the extra mile for clients. I would encourage anyone seeking a civil or family law attorney to meet with Jay, first.
Taylor House, Family Attorney on Mar 17, 2015
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Excellent attorney, easy to work with and aggressively represents his clients.
Emi Koyama, Litigation Attorney on Aug 1, 2014
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I would be remiss if I did not endorse Mr. Hall. I'm consistently impressed by the breadth of his knowledge. He's a formidable litigator whose thought processes are unique and unlike anyone I've ever known. He's able to stay a step or two ahead of his adversaries and his clients are the beneficiaries. He maintains such great relationships with his clients because he's able to empathize and relate to people like few others in our profession. I highly recommend him if you're looking for a business, family, or litigation attorney in the Phoenix area.
John O'Brien, Business Attorney on Jul 19, 2014
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An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible.
Michael Doland, Business Attorney on Jun 24, 2014
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Although he is fairly new to Avvo, I have just reviewed an answer of Mr. Hall that was not only accurate and analytic but also customized to the needs of the Avvo asker. His perception of the consequences which he explained to the asker makes Mr. Hall's combination of qualities exactly what every client would look for when hiring an attorney.
Rachel Loebl, Litigation Attorney on Jun 23, 2014
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Jay is passionate about helping every single one of his clients achieve the best possible outcome in their individual cases. His excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills, coupled with his passion for the law, enables him to obtain favorable results for his clients. I would highly recommend him.
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