Angela Y Peacock

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Angela Y Peacock

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 23 years

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

7855 S. River Parkway, Ste. 122, Tempe, AZ

Virtual Consultation Available

About Angela

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 40%

40%
Child Custody 30%

30%
Family 30%

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2024 2022 2020
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+ 7
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 23 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Peacock & Banfield, PLLC

7855 S. River Parkway, Ste. 122, Tempe, AZ, 85284

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Angela Y Peacock's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

111 Client Reviews

Showing 76 - 80 of 111 reviews

Posted by Kim | May 22, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Angela Peacock, Best lawyer to have on your side.

Angela, has been my lawyer for almost 2 years now, and I would recommend her to anyone going thru the divorce process. She has handled my case with great professionalism, dedication and determination. Angela has worked very hard to get the best outcome for custody of my child, she always has the be...st interest of the child in mind when dealing with cases that involve child custody. When in the court room, Anglea has a very strong presents, she goes into court leaving nothing to chance. She is very well prepared and she will make sure her clients are well prepared too. I would like to share one comment from my ex-husband "I do not like your lawyer, but man is she good, I wish I would have found her first". I am truely greatful that Angela is and continues to be my lawyer. Kim. Peoria, Arizona

Posted by Cindy | April 18, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

A light in the darkness

Finallly, my case was over. And a new path of my life was created by Angela Peacock. She is such a wonderful lawyer in my divorce case. I remembered the day that I received a package of documents from the oposite attorney, I was so worry because they "looked" such scary. The whole night I couldn't sl...eep. I didn't know what to do, how to do. I just researched for good divorce attorney online. And I found her, Angela Peacock, with a lot of excellent reviews from her clients. At our first appointment, I knew that she was the one. She just made me trust her at our first conversation. I still remembered after I told her about the case, then she asked me "Cindy, tell me what is your goal". She did care about how I want to settle the case. And toward this point, she guided me to closing the case more quickly with result. Angela is a very accountable, and responsible one that I can rely on. She gave me not only the professional legal advisements but also the supports that a person in the stuck situation as me really needed. Whenever the opposite party had comments, concerns, requests, or anything that related to the case, Angela just informed me right the way, and discussed the solutions with me quickly. Divorce is such a difficult thing in life. Making it over the faster the better, because it may bother you every night , it may affect your job. Looking for a way out, equal looking for an attorney that you can count on. Thanks Angela so much that she led me walking out from the darkness. Angela, all you did was such an excellent job. I greatly appreciated... I know, you will help a lots more people like me who getting stuck in a divorce. From the bottom of my heart, "Thank you!". Wishing you all the best! Your client, Cindy

Posted by Ryan | March 26, 2013 | Family

Bad Ass

I am a CEO of a mid size business and have attorneys in all aspects of it, so I've come to expect a certain level of work from the good ones. Angela exceeded all my expectations. She is tough, knowledgeable, and asked the right questions to find out what I needed. She will represent my family on all ...legalities.

Posted by anonymous | December 13, 2012 | Divorce & Separation

Compassionate, Intelligent & Tough

During my search for a lawyer, I was initially worried about the large number of positive reviews Ms. Peacock had on this site, since no other attorneys (at the time, anyway) had more than a few reviews, if any. I had no one I could ask for a referral and so I interviewed several attorneys and hoped... to find a good one. Upon meeting with Angela, I came to believe that the rave reviews were deserved, and now having worked with her on the dissolution of my marriage, I am certain she has earned them. I hired Angela to provide full representation for me in my divorce. Angela has been awesome to work with. She provided excellent guidance and representation, and did everything in her power to keep my case moving when my wife tried to stall. Had things become high conflict, I am certain Angela would have prevailed. Both Angela and her paralegal, Jackie, responded promptly to my emails, and did an excellent job of keeping me in the loop. I don't believe either of them wasted a minute while working on my case. Angela helped make a frightening and complicated process a little easier to cope with. If I had to do it over, I would hire her again without hesitation.

Posted by Lisa Redmond | December 11, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Dismiss Dissolution of marriage

Absolutely an amazing team helped get my case dismissed & assisted in serving a hard to find person. Highly reccomend Angela & Jackie, they kept me updated every minute & was always available when I needed. EXCELLENT !!!

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Angela Y Peacock's Lawyer Endorsements

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Fred Ruotolo

Family lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Angela on many cases. I would be very confident and comfortable referring my family and closest friends to her for their family law and divorce matters. Angela is unique among family lawyers in that she is both very detailed oriented, she will not miss a small detail, but yet at the same time, like all great lawyers, she can see the big picture and long term needs of her clients. Her mastery of these conflicting skills enables her to provide exceptional advice to her clients. I have witnessed her under pressure and she does not crack under pressure. She is calm under fire, keeps a clear and rational head. She cannot be intimidated. She is very understanding to her client's needs and will work hard to make sure her clients are protected. She is a skilled litigator, and a successful negotiator. She will encourage settlement when settlement is the right thing to do. She is compassionate, reasonable and cares greatly about her clients. She is highly respected."

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Nicole Bernabe

Family lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Wees

Family lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Angela is knowledgeable, experienced, assertive without being the sort of lawyers that judges don't like, and cares for her clients. I have referred clients to her when I could not take them on, which is perhaps the highest compliment one can pay to a lawyer. I highly recommend her."

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Gregory Riebesehl

Family lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Angela is a pleasure to work with."

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Judd Nemiro

Family lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Angela is an excellent lawyer and an asset to the legal community. She is my go-to person when I have a question about family law. Angela is very knowledgeable in her practice areas and is devoted to the highest level of representation for her clients. I never hesitate to refer potential clients to Angela when their needs fall outside of my practice area or I have a conflict of interest that prevents me from taking the case. I know that Angela will provide the same high level of service that I would want if I were hiring an attorney, and I am confident that any potential client will be in good hands with Angela."

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Kristy Blackwell

Family lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Angela is extremely professional, knowledgable and has excellent negotiating skills. I would recommend her to anyone."

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Barry Brody

Family lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Very skilled and informed. She serves her clients well."

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Steven Cole

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Angela is extremely thorough, aggressive, and knowledgeable. She knows what she's doing, and she's very professional."

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Sherynn Perry

Family lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I find Ms. Peacock to be very professional; ethical, polite, and efficient. I have no doubt that she is a very qualified attorney, and in my cases against Ms. Peacock, she has always been organized, thorough and courteous."

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Kevin Bumstead

Family lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I was oppposing counsel with Ms. Peacock approximately two years ago. During our case I was impressed with her tough negotiating skills but also her fairness knowledge of the law and dedication to her client. Since my case with Ms. Peacock I have referred matters to her and will continue to so in the future."

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Fred Ruotolo

Family lawyer

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James Wees

Family lawyer

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Judd Nemiro

Family lawyer

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Kristy Blackwell

Family lawyer

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Kevin Bumstead

Personal injury lawyer

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Sherynn Perry

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of Arizona

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2002

Advanced Legal Research American Jurisprudence Award, Creighton University School of Law

2002

Outstanding Tournament Director Int'l Moot Court Board, Creighton University School of Law

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Owner, Peacock & Banfield, PLLC

2008 - 2014

Attorney, Bishop Law Office, P.C.

2006 - 2008

Attorney, Fromm Smith & Gadow, P.C.

2002 - 2006

Attorney, Quindry & Koniuszy, LLP

Associations

2007 - 2013

Maricopa County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Executive Committee Member

2002 - 2014

State Bar of Arizona

Member

2002 - 2014

Maricopa County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

Education

2002

Creighton University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

University of Hawaii, Manoa

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

NBI Program

Child Custody and Visitation, Phoenix, AZ

2012

NBI Program

Road Map to Divorce Proceedings, Phoenix, AZ

2010

NBI Program

Financial Settlements and Support Issues, Phoenix, AZ

Languages

English

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