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Katherine Kraus
About Katherine
Biography
Katherine Kraus is the Owner and Managing Attorney of her firm, focusing on family law matters. She represents clients in cases involving divorce and legal separation, including same-sex couples and matters concerning minor children. Her practice also includes legal decision-making and parenting time issues, child support, spousal maintenance, third-party rights and visitation, and prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. Additionally, she assists clients with orders of protection, injunctions against harassment, and name changes. Ms. Kraus was admitted to the Arizona Bar in 2011 after earning her Juris Doctor from Phoenix School of Law in 2010. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Justice and Social Inquiry from Arizona State University. Committed to serving the community, she actively participates in pro bono work, volunteering with the Family Law Assistance Project, Volunteer Lawyers Program, Arizona Stand Down for Veterans, and Law Day Legal Clinic. She is a member of the Arizona State Bar, the Maricopa County Bar Association’s Family Law Section, the Family Law Section of the Arizona State Bar, and the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Child Custody
25%
15 years
Child Support
25%
15 years
Divorce and Separation
25%
15 years
Family
25%
15 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 395-395 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Arizona for 14 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Katherine Kraus PLLC
9059 W Lake Pleasant Pkwy Ste C300, Peoria, AZ, 85382
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Posted by Mary | July 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Terrible - waste of money
This lady lied to me and took my money. She practically guaranteed me an easy win. Once hired and paid for, she hardly spoke to me during preparing my case. The judge wouldn't even hear my case. When I lost my case and called her and tried to talk to her about this, she yelled at me, stated she was r...
Posted by Robert Jones | December 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Strong negotiator
Liked her tenacity immediately upon first consultation. Fair pricing and manageable payment option. She really knows her business and kept me well informed on what to expect. Made life a whole lot easier. I felt like I won. She is awesome!
Posted by Art King | September 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Smart,Loyal,Aggressive, Honest,reasonable price, Great team work!
Mrs Katherine Kraus made justice for me not looking down always moving forward for the best interest of my children looking all around the picture not missing any spot proving the good Father figure i am reflecting the Happiness of my daughters bond sharing the most parenting time possible allowing m...
Posted by Mathew | May 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Giancarlo Greatest lawyer ever.
I am forever thankful and grateful for Giancarlo. He really built me up and fought hard for me to get my son. He has been very patient and understanding. And truly cares about families. I am so happy he was my lawyer. I would also recommend him to anyone who has to go through these troubling times. T...
Posted by Dori | April 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Katherine is the best!
I was referred to Katherine Kraus. I know all divorces seem ugly, but I am so thankful I hired her. She is knowledgeable, professional & there every step of the way. Any problems I had she was always on it, always returned my calls. My divorce went all the way to trial & it all went in my favor. Th...
Katherine Kraus's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I recently opposed Katherine in a UCCJEA, jurisdiction family law case. Very professional"
"I knew Katherine prior to working with her, as we had worked on several cases together. Once I was offered a position to work with her I jumped on it. She works long hours and will fight for what her client needs."
"I have worked with Katherine on a number of cases, and I find her to be a highly competent and compassionate attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Katherine is a great advocate for her clients and works very hard to achieve results for them"
"I endorse this lawyer. Katherine is an excellent attorney, who represents her clients vigorously. She has always been a pleasure to work with in family law matters."
"I endorse this lawyer for their hard work and dedication to their clients."
"I endorse Katherine Kraus. She is a diligent advocate for her clients and is competent in her knowledge of the law. She works very hard and strives to achieve the best results for her clients."
"I have known and litigated cases against Katherine Kraus for several years. I endorse Katherine not only because she is bright, personable and knowledgeable regarding the law but Katherine effectively represents her client's interests in an honorable and professional manner which I greatly respect."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have been against Katherine several times. She is tough in court and diligently and zealously represents her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have opposed Katherine on several cases. She is bright, thoughtful and concerned about the best interests of her clients. She has the ability to resolve issues that many other attorneys are incapable of doing."
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Experience
Honors
2026
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Katherine Kraus, PLLC
Associations
2011 - Present
State Bar of Arizona, Family Law SectionMember
2011 - Present
Maricopa County Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
Education
2010
Phoenix School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
Arizona State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers