Katherine Kraus

Katherine Kraus

4.3
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 14 years

Family Lawyer at Peoria, AZ
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support

9059 W Lake Pleasant Pkwy Ste C300, Peoria, AZ

About Katherine

Biography

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 395-395 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 14 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2011

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Location

Law Office of Katherine Kraus PLLC

9059 W Lake Pleasant Pkwy Ste C300, Peoria, AZ, 85382

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Katherine Kraus's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | October 09, 2025

Liz is great and recommended.

I had a consultation with Liz. I couldn't go forward with a case; but she is so knowledgeable, capable and straight forward with what she could do for me. If and when I need anything attorney, I want Liz for my case.

Posted by Tamara | April 29, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Awesome Attorney! She Gets The Job Done!

I am a client forever! Katherine Kraus and everyone who works with her are the best. Very knowledgable and extremely trustworthy. Worth every dime. I was kept informed of case issues, all questions or concerns were answered timely and with confidence. Katherine and her staff are very professional a...nd compassionate. I will and would recommend her to anyone who needs aggressive committed representation you won't go wrong!! I wish I would have known about Katherine years ago what an awesome fantastic Attorney she knows her role and her commitment to her clients is rare. Thank you all for helping me with my case...

Posted by Patti | August 30, 2013

Katherine is AWESOME

From my first appointment I knew I had found just the right Attorney. Katherine and her office staff are welcoming and knowledgeable. Katherine ‘listened’ to my issues and answered all questions I asked. Katherine and/or her staff promptly answered emails and phone calls. They kept me upda...ted on my case as changes occurred. I was totally in awe of Katherine knowledge and presence at meetings. I can and have recommended Katherine to others.

Posted by anonymous | July 11, 2013 | Child Custody

Regretful that I hired her...

Just as I was concerned about, once she got paid in full upon hire, her delivery was poor at best. Not professional, prepared, or knowledgeable about my case although I gave her ample information. I feel my money was wasted, I was given poor advice, which wasted money on filing documents that the cou...rt ended up vacating due to her poor delivery of service and lack of sound legal advice. My case was vacated, and my concerns were not settled at all. So, I get an email from her assistant asking if I want to continue my relocation case, to which I said yes. I have also emailed Katherine directly and have yet to get a response as how we should legally proceed. I still have a credit balance as of this moment. I am strongly considering asking for a refund of remaining funds and telling her how dissatisfied I am that I chose her to represent me. My last court date with her was in March, and I've heard nothing from her directly in a couple months. When I emailed her about my concerns with her not being prepared for my case after our court date in March,.she replied in defense and was offended that I brought up money and expected her to know my case. I am both upset and heartbroken because I spent $2000 up front which is all I had in a lump sum to acquire legal counsel and it was a complete waste. Buyer beware....

Posted by anonymous | February 15, 2013 | Child Custody

Money gone bye bye

My experience with Mrs. Kraus wasn't a very good one..I hired her over a yr ago,for a child custody matter..Their were a few times when we went to court but she didn't seem comfortable or prepared..There were times when I called in and if she was available she was helpful.When I explained my situatio...n to Ms.Kraus. I feel she accepted it to get my money..I certainly feel Ms.Kraus could have been,more aggressive and knowledgeable about my case..If she would have done her home work.She would have realized,that I shouldn't have gone back to court.So soon for that matter..I also needed Kraus help shortly after my case went to court but never got any response back.. When I made a number of calls to her office..Which makes me feel the money! I spent wasn't well spent @ all.. I have had this happen a few,times with attorneys saying what they will do but do nothing! Very disappointing and wouldn't recommend this attorney..

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Katherine Kraus's Lawyer Endorsements

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Melissa Weiss-Riner

Family lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I recently opposed Katherine in a UCCJEA, jurisdiction family law case. Very professional"

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Giancarlo Sapelli

Family lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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Tracy Augustin

Family lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked with Katherine on a number of cases, and I find her to be a highly competent and compassionate attorney."

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Andrew Alex

Child custody lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Terry Smith

Family lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Katherine is a great advocate for her clients and works very hard to achieve results for them"

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Gregory Riebesehl

Family lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer for their hard work and dedication to their clients."

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Michael Clancy

Family lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Dan Dodds

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Kimberly Staley

Child custody lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have been against Katherine several times. She is tough in court and diligently and zealously represents her clients."

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Warren Luccitti

Family lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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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Michael Clancy

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Dan Dodds

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

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 Section

Member

2011 - Present

Maricopa County Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Education

2010

Phoenix School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

Arizona State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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