Dan R Dodds

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Dan R Dodds

4.6
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 19 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Surprise, AZ
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Family, Divorce & Separation ... +3 more

14780 W Mountain View Blvd, Ste 111, Surprise, AZ

Virtual Consultation Available

About Dan

Biography

Aggressive Representation Committed To Protecting Your Rights. Call Us At 623-552-6224

Aggressive Representation Committed To Protecting Your Rights. 623-552-6224

Aggressive Representation Committed To Protecting Your Rights. 623-552-6224

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 25%

25%
Divorce and Separation 20%

20%
Family 20%

Divorce, Child Custody & Modifications, Prenuptial Agreements

20%
Bankruptcy and Debt 15%

15%
Child Custody 15%

15%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-480 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2019 2014 2013
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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 19 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Oregon for 10 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2016

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

The Dodds Law Firm, PLC

14780 W Mountain View Blvd, Ste 111, Surprise, AZ, 85374

doddslaw.com

Online Presence

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Dan R Dodds's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

41 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by Eric | February 26, 2015 | Child Custody

HANDS DOWN THE BEST ATTORNEY IN AZ!

MEN / GUYS OF ARIZONA!!! LISTEN UP!!!!! I am a single 38 year old father who has had major problems getting any rights to my kids because mom has had Sole Legal custody for many years now. She would not be fair about anything when it came to me spending time with my 2 boys so therefore I had to find... a law firm that I felt I could trust and a law firm who I felt would not just be out to get my money but to be there for me and my kids. Someone to protect our rights and believe me I am so glad I had found THE DODDS LAW FIRM. My battle with my ex has been going on for over 4 years now. I have been in and out of court over 16 times now battling my ex with different lawyers, tons of money lost and lots of heart break!!! Nothing was getting done in my favor in the past with my other lawyers so I thought for sure the Arizona court systems were just geared for moms only until I found Dr. Dan Dodds. He and his professional legal team went above and beyond to make me and my two boys feel like family members of their own. Today 2/26/2015 was my court date and Mr. Dodds got me everything that I had asked for without having to take it to trial and make it to where I had to spend more money than was necessary unlike other counsel I have had in the past. Over all I am exhilarated and overwhelmed at the outcome Dan produced for me and my kids and I am at a loss for words to say just how grateful I really am. If you decide to hire this firm you will not be disappointed. Guaranteed! Forever grateful….

Posted by anonymous | June 27, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

They will drag your case out

I hired Dan Dodds last June ao th later he pawned me off to his partner. My experience with Mr Dodds was him telling me about all his successful cases but he never told me a plan of action for my case. Mr Coon had better bedside manner But overall that office is very chaotic Mr Dodd's will let you kn...ow you are inconveniencing him when you call Mr Coon will not respond to you until you send several emails and make several phone calls. The paralegals are clueless and have no idea what's going on most of the time. Every time I talk to them I hung up the phone feeling worse off than before. I finally ended up hiring a different attorney from a different law firm because this law firm just seems to drag cases out longer than they had to be. I was charged twice for the same documents to be submitted to the courts that never made it. I was advised to pay for mediation completely even though the other party had no attorney and was unwilling to compromise on anything The attorney did very little in mediation but then drafted up a temporary parenting plan and charged me for it without me approving it first. I was charged for them to discuss my case be at every time I talk to them they were confused I would even tell them that's what the other lawyers said to do and they would change the course of action. Overall I felt like I was charged for services I wasn't getting in the services I was getting was low quality what they do is not illegal but it's extremely unethical

Posted by Damian | March 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Unsatisfied

Would not recommend this law firm to anyone. 2 court dates got me almost $10,000 of billing from them and didn’t get me anywhere in my case. They said that amount is what it would’ve costed if we went to trial and that they did not see it getting that far. They failed to resolve any of my issues. I h...ave been representing myself and since then have got a positive test result for meth on the mother of my kids and both of them have been seriously injured, now I’m stuck fighting this case myself with trial coming soon. When I need a lawyer the most, I can no longer afford one because they took more money than I could afford without helping me at all and I’m still trying to pay them off!

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Dan R Dodds's Lawyer Endorsements

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Allison Beckham

Litigation lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Dan is a great listener and adviser. He has a great ability to stay focused on the goal and ignore distractions. Highly recommended."

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L. Holt

Family lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have found Dan Dodds to be studious, attentive to detail, knowledgeable, and focused on accomplishment of the objective in matters that he represents."

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Howard Snader

Family lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a fellow attorney practicing in Arizona, it is difficult to find referral partners that offer the experience and practice law the way you would do it yourself. Dan and his team go out of their way to identify with client issues and find creative solutions to help them out. Many firms take short cuts... I don't even think Dan understands the word "shortcut." He does what is needed to best service his clients."

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Rashad Blossom

Family lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've had the privilege of getting to know Dan through a professional group to which we both belong. It's apparent to me that he cares about his clients and the legal profession generally. He gives generously of his time and knowledge without being asked. A consummate gentleman."

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Cheryl Alsandor

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Friend

"Attorney Dodds is a highly skilled bankruptcy lawyer who provides great financial relief and peace to his clients."

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Bryan Fagan

Family lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Highly recommended. I am a Houston area divorce attorney I have known Dan for some time. Bryan is a skilled and well respected attorney in his legal community. I am very impressed with how professional and knowledgeable he is . If you wish to retain a knowledgeable 5-star attorney who is capable of effectively representing your legal interest, then you need look no further. I would gladly recommend Dan to my clients or anyone wrestling with family law or Estate issues in Arizona."

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Joseph Dickerson

Unknown lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dan Dodds is a well respected attorney with many years of experience. He is a wealth of knowledge in his practice area."

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Daniela Romero

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dan is an amazing and well respected attorney in the community. He is very professional, caring and dedicated to achieving the goals of his clients. If you want to retain a knowledgeable 5-star attorney who is capable of effectively representing your legal interest, then please call him. You will be happy you did! I definitely endorse Dan R. Dodds!"

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer for being an advocate for clients."

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Michelle Swift

Family lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Dan Dodds is ethical and truly a good man. His reputation within the legal community affords his clients the opportunity to know they have one of the best attorneys in Arizona. He is kind and truly cares about the outcome of each of his cases. Dan and his entire team take the position that “If it’s important to you…it’s important to them.” Know that you have the best with this firm!"

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Leonnesia Ford

Family lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've had the pleasure of knowing Dan Dodds for several years; and more recently I have had the opportunity to work with him as opposing counsel. Dan is always professional, courteous, and takes the time needed to facilitate resolution. It is very evident that Dan cares about his clients and the outcome of each matter. Dan's knowledge in his fields of practice is unparalleled and he is always eager to share his knowledge with me, as a newer attorney (of course, not for matters that we are working as opposing counsel). Dan's staff is also amazing! I endorse this lawyer."

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Joshua Hatch

Family lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse Dan Dodds. I have worked with Dan on family law issues and it has always been a pleasure. Dan is extremely professional and diligent in representing his clients while fairly representing the issues to the Court. I have no reservations in my endorsement of Dan Dodds."

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Katherine Kraus

Family lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Dan is an amazing lawyer and person. He aggressively advocates for his clients and always puts their interests first. I have been on the opposing side of Dan several times. I find him extremely knowledge in the law. Moreover, Dan is amazing to work with. I highly recommend Dan."

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Riley Phillips

General practice lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Dan Dodds. I have had the privilege of working with Dan on a range of issues. He is highly professional and extremely knowledgable. Beyond these qualities that you look for in a lawyer, he also has the qualities that you would look for in a person in general. He is fair, honest, a good listener, punctual and courteous. I fully endorse Dan and highly recommend his practice."

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Caren Turner

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Dan is very smart, personable and resourceful"

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Adrian Betts

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I met Dan at a recent seminar. After speaking with him, it was obvious he cares a great deal about his clients and conducting his practice with the utmost professionalism. He is also clearly knowledgeable about bankruptcy, whether it's current issues facing the law, or simply understanding and applying the law itself. I would recommend Dan to potential clients."

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Steven Chang

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Other

"I met Dan Dodds over a MCLE seminar. We talked extensively about some current issues in bankruptcy law. I find that he has a very good knowledge on the current issue of bankruptcy law. More importantly he conducts himself with the upmost professionalism and is easy to talk to, which I know clients will find helpful. I believe he is an asset to the Arizona Bar."

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Joseph Dickerson

Estate planning lawyer

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Cheryl Alsandor

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Kevin Swenson

Personal injury lawyer

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Santiago Muinos

Estate planning lawyer

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L. Holt

Personal injury lawyer

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Daniela Romero

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Rashad Blossom

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Bryan Fagan

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Christopher Langone

Employment and labor lawyer

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Anne Gyemant Paris

Adoption lawyer

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Allison Beckham

Litigation lawyer

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Leonnesia Ford

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer

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Sonya Underwood

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Kimberly Hiscox

Trusts lawyer

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Katherine Kraus

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Joshua Hatch

Divorce and separation lawyer

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David Brnilovich

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer

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Zachary Mushkatel

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

Tied for 1st Place National ADR Championship, American Bar Association

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Owner, The Dodds Law Firm, PLC

2000 - 2004

Senior Management Consultant, Zampi, Determan & Erickson

Associations

2016 - Present

Oregon State Bar

Member

2008 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

2006 - Present

National Association of Consumer Advocates

Member

2006 - Present

U.S. District Court, District of Arizona

Member

2006 - Present

Arizona Supreme Court

Member

2006 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Member

2006 - 2020

Maricopa County Bar Association

Member

Education

2004

Thomas Jefferson School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

University of Oregon

PhD - Doctorate

1977

University of Oregon

MA - Masters

1970

Oregon State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2017

Dysart School District

American Juris Prudence and Its Effect on Your Legal Rights

Publications

2020

Author2Market.com The Definitive Guide to Arizona Family Law - Legalese

2020

Author2Market.com The Definitive Guide to Bankruptcy - Legalese

2019

Author2Market.com The 9 Myths of Estate Planning

2019

Author2Market.com Serious Debt Issues Only Get Worse Over Time

2019

Author2Market.com Clarity About How To Protect Yourself & Your Children

Languages

English

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