Giancarlo Arturo Sapelli

Giancarlo Arturo Sapelli

4.9
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 11 years

Family Lawyer at Peoria, AZ
Practice Areas: Family, DUI & DWI, Juvenile

9059 W Lake Pleasant Pkwy, Suite C-300, Peoria, AZ

About Giancarlo

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 90%

13 years

90%
DUI and DWI 5%

9 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 11 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2014

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2016

Location

The Law Office of Katherine Kraus

9059 W Lake Pleasant Pkwy, Suite C-300, Peoria, AZ, 85382

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Giancarlo Arturo Sapelli's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

35 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes

Posted by Billy | February 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Severance Case

I reached out to Giancarlo at the beginning of my severance case. I was very confident in the Family Law category but dealing with Juvenile law was new to me. He took one look at my paperwork and told me I could handle it on my own and not to pay him. This was during a free consultation! It was clear... to me that Giancarlo did not do this just for the money, rather because he cared. He told me to come back if I felt I was backed into a corner. Not long after, the case turned into a contested case and I knew I was going back to Giancarlo for the help I needed. After a second free consultation he picked up my case. The retainer process was also amazing as the work he did slowly ate away at the retainer I had on file. I added money as i wanted and needed. In the end, the respondent in my case changed his mind and this became a non contested case. I without a doubt am sure that this was because I had such a great and confident attorney on my side. He answered emails and questions quickly and never made me feel I was being used or taken advantage of. Vanessa in the front office was great as well, even getting my questions answered while Giancarlo was on vacation! Thank you guys again for aiding me through one of the scariest times of my life! I recommend them to anyone!

Posted by Sarah | December 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Best lawyer out there

This lawyer knows what he’s doing, he’s quick on his feet and awesome at math! He is awesome when he is out on the spot and doesn’t get nervous when I did, which helps in court room. Trust him, you will be happy you did.

Posted by Kent | October 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

A good man makes a great lawyer

After 18 years of $1000+ per month in (wrongful) child support, and $165,000 in arrears, I was drowning. Actually, pretty sure I was on the Titanic. Having begged and borrowed, I hired Mr. Sapelli (My AZ lawyers) in Nov 2015. He was not what I expected. He was very personable. And not the, you're pay...ing me so I'm going to pretend. After explaining my situation, he was genuinely horrified and appalled. The case moved along as fast as the information, motions, and interstate red tape would allow. Giancarlo, Jamie, and Amanda were amazing at answering my questions and keeping informed about where things stood. Finally, Oct 2016, I had my hearing. Mr. Sapelli expertly presented the facts, examined, and cross-examined. The verdict was in my favor! I was absolved of any and all child support ($1000+ per month) and arrears ($165,000)!! Mr. Sapellis' knowledge and abilities in family law have given me a new and better perspective of attorneys. Not to mention, my life going forward.

Posted by anonymous | September 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent and honest lawyer!!!

We were battling for years until we were lucky and fortunate enough to get Giancarlo on our side. I personally am a worrier and after working with him I felt comfortable and relaxed that he was handling everything with our best interests in mind. He was always available, day or night to answer my q...uestions, and if he was out of the office would respond letting us know that he would get a hold of us shortly. He was honest with us on every little detail of our case also which helped ease our mind on what to expect. Our opposing counsel was not a nice lawyer and unethical in every way possible and Giancarlo handled that with ease and confidence. His focus was always on what is best for the client and the family. He truly made us feel that we were his only clients and we appreciate how he handled our case. We will always recommend him to anyone in the future and in fact have done so and keep his cards with us just in case!

Posted by Amanda | August 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Here to help the underdog

Gian came in last minute to my case and I was very anxious throughout this whole process. He was so patient, kind and very understanding towards me. Answered every question I had day or night and reassured me the whole time that things would be ok. As much as I apologized for being a bother, Gian rea...surred me that he was here for me with whatever I needed. Some of these things were even as silly as him sending me pictures of our paperwork being filed so I could be at ease knowing it was taken care of (did I mention how anxious I was throughout this whole process??) Gian was amazing in court, I would have been lost without him. He asked all the right question and portrayed my situation in a way that I couldn't even explain myself. Needless to say we won our case, and my daughter and I got everything we needed because of Gians help. If you're in need of anything, Gian is definitely the lawyer to go with. I have rendered several people to him and am currently using his help again for another matter. Hands down the best lawyer And experience I have been through with the court system!!

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Giancarlo Arturo Sapelli's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gino Santella

Family lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Having known Giancarlo for several decades and working hand in hand on numerous challenges I definitely endorse Giancarlo."

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Benjamin Kuipers

Family lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Giancarlo is a sharp thinking, well spoken advocate for his clients. Having represented parties opposed to his clients, I respect him as an attorney."

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

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Michael Clonts

Family lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. As a mentor and as opposing counsel, Giancarlo offers practical solutions to complicated problems. He empathizes with his clients' needs and zealously defends their interests, all while acting professional and courteous to all parties. The profession needs more attorneys of his caliber and demeanor."

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Nicole Bernabe

Family lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Chase Adams

Family lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Friend

"Giancarlo is an excellent attorney and a passionate advocate. He works tirelessly for his clients. I would happily recommend anyone to Giancarlo."

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Andrew Alex

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tracey Van Wickler

Family lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working with Giancarlo on a family law case. He was very reasonable and a great advocate for his client. He is well versed in the law."

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Michelle Carlton

Family lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I had the pleasure of working with Giancarlo on a very contentious family law matter. He was a zealous advocate for his client, without causing undue conflict with opposing counsel. I found him to be a very honest, and easy to work with advocate, who didn't stoop to dirty tactics to win his case. I would be happy to work with Giancarlo again."

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Jason Forcier

Family lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Giancarlo is a passionate lawyer and takes care of his clients. I've known Giancarlo for several years now, since law school, and I have no problem referring my friends, family, and clients who need a good family law attorney."

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Lindsay Olivarez

Family lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Giancarlo is a terrific attorney to work with - always easy to communicate with and very reasonable which always benefits everyone involved."

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2016.

Probation issued in AZ, 2016

updated on 02/04/2017

Probation means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State monitors the lawyer's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Giancarlo’s comment:

“While I disagree with the outcome and discipline I received, I am happy to explain as to what happened, while still maintaining client confidentiality and upholding all of the current an enforceable ethical rules.”

Honors

2015

Top 10 Best in 2015 in Client Satisfaction, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2013

Pro Bono Certificate of Service, University of Utah

2012

Raul Castro Scholarship of Academic Excellence, Phoenix School of Law

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Attorney At Law, The Law Office of Katherine Kraus

2017 - 2017

Partner, Lewis Labadie PLC

2014 - 2017

Associate Attorney, My AZ Lawyers

2013 - 2013

Law Clerk, Wasatch Family Law Center

2013 - 2014

Assistant to the Editor, Utah Bar Family Law Journal

2012 - 2013

Law Clerk, The Law Offices of Kirk A Cullimore

2012 - 2012

Law Clerk, Community Legal Services - Family Law Division

Associations

2014 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Education

2013

SJ Quinney College of Law at the University of Utah

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

Northern Arizona University

MA - Masters

2002

University of Arizona

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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