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 15 reviews | Family

Posted by Eugene | May 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

A winning trial attorney!

It is with great pleasure that I recommend this Law firm, especially Giancarlo and team. They recently represented me in a very long and drawn out divorce action. (Over 2 years)! Giancarlo's knowledge of precedent and past rulings were absolutely invaluable as required events and milestones proceeded... through the process. His explanations and sometimes "firm" recommendations were always on the mark at every step. He did not mislead me or provide any confidences that were unlikely. His advice and counsel ultimately lead to a result that I did not expect. The final results were fantastic! I could not be more pleased and would recommend his counsel to anyone that finds themselves in the "legal casino" of family court. On a side note I consider Giancarlo to be a friend and confidant who actually cared about me and my families well being.

Posted by anonymous | August 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family

Rockstar Attorney!

From day one, Giancarlo has been nothing short of amazing! I hired Giancarlo to represent me in my family law case regarding Parenting Time and Child Support modification. He has always set realistic expectations and provides honest feedback you can trust without a doubt. He is a super genuine guy, h...as a great personality (not stuffy or uptight), and is just REAL with you in conversation. He always communicated timely, always met all deadlines with court filings, and was always one step ahead in the game. He doesn't nickle and dime you like so many other attorneys do. Best of all, HE WON OUR CASE! The rest of his firm is incredible to work with also. You will not regret working with Giancarlo in your family law matters!

Posted by Joe | February 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family

Extremely Satisfied!

Giancarlo is extremely knowledgable. He treated my case with consideration and professionalism, for the best outcome for me and my kids. He communicated with me through the entire process and explained everything very well. Highly recommended!

Posted by Billy | February 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family

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 anonymous | June 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

Client

Giancarlo Sapelli listened to what I wanted to come out of my case and fought for me and my children. My ex husband served me with papers many years after our divorce to dispute custody and child support. He kept our best interests as his first priority. My children and I are extremely grateful for h...im. I am a single mother and was not receiving any child support. My case could have been drawn out longer but he did everything he could to get everything handled in a timely manner. I am now receiving child support and the custody issue was dropped. If I ever have a family law issue again, he will be my first call.

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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

Activity

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