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Michael Alexander Alvarez
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Biography
Hello, I’m glad we have found each other. My name is Michael Alvarez and I look forward to helping you and your family through this difficult time in your lives. First things first, you will get through it and I will be there to help you along the way.
Now a little bit about myself. I was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. I attended Arizona State University for my undergraduate and law school education. I am an attorney practicing in the areas of family and juvenile law throughout all of Arizona. I represent persons and families in a variety of different legal matters including dissolution of marriage (fancy term for divorce), legal separation, child support, paternity (establishing parental rights), parenting time (where the child/children will live on a day-day or week/week schedule), legal decision-making (which parent gets to make major life decisions for the child, mainly educational and non-emergency medical decisions), spousal maintenance (aka alimony), modifications and enforcement of existing orders, relocation, orders of protection, injunctions against harassment, Department of Child Safety (DCS) cases, dependency, termination of parental rights, guardianship, and adoption.
I’m currently happily stationed at Barreda Law, PLLC as a Partner with an amazing team of attorneys and paralegals. Prior to my current position I worked in one of Arizona’s largest family law firms in Downtown Phoenix. In this role I represented hundreds of Clients in over 9 counties in Arizona. Prior to entering private practice, I was an Assistant Attorney General with the Arizona Attorney General’s Office, where I represented the Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) in dependency, guardianship, severance, and adoption matters. While with that office, I appeared in several hundred court hearings, including trials, evidentiary hearings, and mediations. As a result of these diverse experiences, I have extensive in court experience as well as settlement and mediation skills.
I look forward to speaking with you soon.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Arizona for 9 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2016
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Location
Barreda Law
67 S Higley Rd, Ste. 103-609, Gilbert, AZ, 85296
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Posted by George | April 01, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
A Top-notch divorce attorney
Michael Alvarez is a very caring and capable attorney who helped me resolve and navigate an extremely stressful time in my life. He always kept me well informed regarding deadlines and proper procedures to successfully finalize my divorce.
Posted by rafael | March 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent work and outcome
Incredible work throughout the entire process of my divorce that lasted 2 years. I hired Barreda Law to handle my case two years ago. Michael was very professional throughout the entire process. He advised me adequately on each obstacle in the process but always leaving the final decision to me...
Posted by Malka | February 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Juvenile
Experts in Juvenile Law
I hired Michael Alvarez through his law firm Barreda Law whom I found on AVVO. I had approached several law firms and was turned down either for being out of their service area, not interested in my case, or they told me we had not lived in Arizona long enough. From the get go Barreda Law was ver...
Posted by anonymous | October 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Immensely Grateful
Attorney Michael Alvarez was a phenomenal support. As an individual who felt uncertain about the process of being subpoenaed, I was very overwhelmed by a system that I could not confidently navigate on my own, especially on a stringent time frame. Michael and the team at Barreda Law were extremely kn...
Posted by anonymous | July 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Positive outcome
I worked with Michael (and Barreda Law) to resolve a child custody dispute. He delivered a positive outcome and overall I'm happy with his services. Thanks Michael!
Michael Alexander Alvarez's Lawyer Endorsements
"Michael is a true advocate for his clients and fights hard for them while also remaining courteous and respectful and I truly appreciate the consistent professionalism despite him being on the other side. I endorse this lawyer."
"I worked closely with Michael while we were colleagues at the Attorney General's office. I have seen his formidable litigation skills first hand. Michael destroys the overpriced competition in the Family and Juvenile arenas. I have referred a number of clients to Michael directly and endorse him fully."
"Michael is an excellent attorney. He is knowledgeable in all aspects of family and juvenile law matters. I endorse this lawyer."
"Michael has the work ethic it takes to get results. I strongly endorse this lawyer for family law."
"I endorse Michael. He is a great attorney and will fight for his clients."
"Michael is an excellent attorney. He is extremely knowledgeable in all family law matters. He always goes above and beyond for his clients to help solve their problems. He is also always willing to help another attorney if needed."
"Michael is a wonderful attorney who is skilled in both Family Law and Juvenile Law. I endorse this lawyer."
"Michael is a calculated litigator who has a multitude of experience in and out of the courtroom. I endorse this lawyer."
"Michael is an experienced and detail-oriented family attorney. He always strives for the best solutions to his client's family law issues. I endorse this lawyer."
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"Michael is incredibly knowledgeable in both juvenile and family law, and works hard to achieve his client's goals. I fully endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2022
2022 Rising Star, Southwest Super Lawyers
2022
Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
2021
Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
2021
Bar Leadership Institute, State Bar of Arizona
2019
Peer Reviewed, Martindale-Hubbell®
2015
Pro Bono Distinction, Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Partner, Barreda Law, PLLC
2020 - Present
Managing Attorney, Barreda Law, PLLC
2018 - 2020
Attorney, Cantor Law Group
2017 - 2018
Assistant Attorney General, Arizona Attorney General's Office
2016 - 2017
Associate Attorney, ASU Law Group
Associations
2016 - Present
Los Abogados Hispanic Bar AssociationMember
2017 - 2018
Maricopa County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Minera Vs. Baca
Case Dismissed in Favor of Client
Education
2015
Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2013
Arizona State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2022
Arizona Public Defender Association
Family Law for Dependency Attorneys
2019
Chicano Latino Law Student Association
Speed Networking
2018
ASU Law Speed Coaching
Speed Networking
2015
ASU Law Admitted Students Day
Law School Tips and Tricks
Publications
2014
Law Journal for Social Justice
The Presence of the Law – High Crime Areas
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers