$ 200-250 per hour
Kayla A. Bernays
About Kayla
Biography
I am a partner attorney at Randle Palmer & Bernays, PLLC, where I practice in the areas of family, juvenile, and adoption law.
I attended the University of Arizona's James E. Rogers College of Law, where I served as a Note Editor for Arizona Law Review (see We've Still Got Feelings: Re-Presenting Pets as Sentient Property, Note, 60 Ariz. L. Rev. 485 (2018)), as Vice Chief Justice of the ASUA Supreme Court, and as President of Pride Law. While at school, I participated as a Rule 38(d)-certified limited-practice student for the Child & Family Law Clinic, through which I acted as an attorney or guardian ad litem for children in juvenile-dependency cases. In addition, I also helped to run a biannual name-change clinic for transgender and gender nonconforming clients and worked as a summer intern at the Pima County Public Defender's Office.
Although I grew up in a southeastern suburb of Phoenix, I prefer to consider myself a native of Tucson, where I have lived since the beginning of my adulthood, where I met and married my wife, and where I have made my home. I have a past full of eclectic experiences, which I believe serve me well in approaching my legal cases with knowledge, empathy, and creativity.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Arizona for 7 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2018
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Location
Law Offices of Kayla A. Bernays
P O BOX 100, Tucson, AZ, 85719
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Posted by Lisa | April 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family
Truly invested and dedicated Attorney
Kayla represented me in a complicated matter in juvenile superior court here in Pima county. We went to trial 7 days throughout a month's time. Trial in civil court based on criminal allegations was probably the most far fetched attempt I could have imagined to bring justice and security to my child ...
Kayla A. Bernays's Lawyer Endorsements
"Kayla is wonderful to work with. She is kind, personable, and has always been knowledgeable and helpful on matters where we have worked together. I endorse Kayla."
"In an area of law where tension is primed like a powder keg, it is refreshing to come across another attorney that recognizes that the client's interest is not served by stoking the flames. Professional respect is an apt description, whether its in negotiations or at a hearing. Don't be fooled, though. Kayla's willingness to find the agreement where it can be found is borne out of a desire to get the best outcome, not out of a fear of litigating where she comes prepared with the right evidence and compelling arguments."
"Kayla is a bright and capable litigator who fights for her clients effectively and thoroughly. If I had a family law matter I would seek her representation immediately."
"Mrs. Bernays is an excellent advocate for her clients. I would not hesitate to recommend her to a client in need. She is also an asset to the Avvo Community, providing invaluable resources to those seeking help"
"Kayla is smart, hardworking, and dedicated. She is a great addition to our legal team at Arizona Child & Family Law!"
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Experience
Honors
2023
Outstanding Pro Bono Attorney of the Month (Jan 2023), Southern Arizona Legal Aid - Volunteer Lawyers Program
2022
Top 50 Pro Bono Attorney, Arizona Foundation for Legal Services and Education
2021
Top 50 Pro Bono Attorney, Arizona Foundation for Legal Services & Education
2021
Outstanding Pro Bono Attorney of the Month (May 2021), Southern Arizona Legal Aid - Volunteer Lawyers Program
2020
Pro Bono Law Firm of the Year (2020), Southern Arizona Legal Aid - Volunteer Lawyers Program
2019
Outstanding Pro Bono Attorney of the Month (May 2019), Southern Arizona Legal Aid - Volunteer Lawyers Program
2019
Top 50 Pro Bono Attorney, Arizona Foundation for Legal Services & Education
Work Experience
2019 - 2024
Partner Attorney, Randle Palmer & Bernays
2018 - 2019
Associate Attorney, Arizona Child & Family Law
2018 - 2018
Legal Intern, Arizona Child & Family Law
2017 - 2017
Law Clerk, Pima County Public Defender's Office
2016 - 2016
Law Clerk, Pima County Public Defender's Office
Associations
2019 - Present
American Inns of CourtMember
2018 - Present
Tucson GLBT Chamber of CommerceMember
2018 - Present
State Bar of ArizonaMember
2018 - 2021
Devereux Advanced Behavioral HealthAdvisory Board Member
Education
2018
University of Arizona College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2015
University of Arizona
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2018
Arizona Law Review
We've Still Got Feelings: Re-Presenting Pets as Sentient Property
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
Can I visit relatives when father has signed away rights?
14 Dec 2021
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Can my stepdad adopt me?
19 Jul 2021
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16 Jul 2021