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 South River Parkway, Suite 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 South River Parkway, Suite 122, Tempe, AZ, 85284

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Angela Y Peacock's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

111 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 24 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by Jennifer | June 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Thank you, Angela

Hiring Angela is one of the best things that I have ever done for myself and my children. Angela is very thorough, smart, and she works really hard for her clients. I had a divorce case with custody and spousal maintenance issues, and I had no idea what to do. However, Angela went through everything... with me step by step starting from filling the response paperwork until the final decree. She worked with me for months and she was so patient with my questions. She is very confident and very responsive, she answers all questions and she explains everything. I really appreciate her work and I would highly recommend her and I am so glad she is my lawyer. I wouldn't go to anyone but her.

Posted by anonymous | May 12, 2015 | Child Custody

I can definitely recommend Angela Peacock.

I recently retained Angela to help me establish joint custody and equal parenting time for my two children. Angela was able to answer all my questions and put to rest any anxiety I had regarding how to best accomplish my goals. Angela demonstrated an in-depth understanding of the law, and she kept me... informed about all aspects of my case throughout the process. Based on my experience, Angela is professional, personable and quite adept. I was very pleased with the outcome of my case. I would recommend Angela without reservation to anyone involved in a family law case.

Posted by anonymous | April 22, 2015 | Child Custody

THE BEST. HANDS DOWN.

Angela recently helped our family in a difficult custody case. From the beginning, we felt she was very honest, straight-forward and caring. She explained her expectations for the outcome, she provided us with our different options and strategies, which allowed us to make our own decisions, and she ...was prompt in all of her responses. We are successful professionals, but because we had never been through this process before, we found having Angela on our side with her knowledge of Arizona family law was invaluable. We were very pleased with how our case was handled - she is the one we will always trust and recommend when someone wants the best. Hands down. Hiring her was one of the best moves we ever made.

Posted by Kim | May 22, 2013 | Child Custody

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 Courtney | September 14, 2010 | Child Custody

The best in Arizona!

My divorce was final about 6 months ago and Angela was my lawyer. I didn't have the money for an attorney when I first filed for the divorce. When things got too confusing and my ex was going to fight for things that I thought were not fair I decided to get a lawyer. I heard wonderful things about An...gela Peacock and gave her a call. When she heard about my situation she took on my case, and the best thing was she did it pro bono! She was very knowledgeable and helpful. She taught me about all of the laws in Arizona about child custody. When we finally went to court the outcome was even better than I had hoped for. If Angela was not my attorney I know things for me and my son would have not been the same. I would definatly recommend Angela!

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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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