Professional and expert legal representation.
I am a Founding Partner at Southern Arizona Law PLLC. Prior to working at Southern Arizona Law PLLC, I worked as an Assistant Attorney General at the Arizona Attorney General's Office for two years. I practice all over southern Arizona, including in Cochise, Pima, and Santa Cruz counties. If your legal situation falls into one of the practice areas included in my profile, please feel free to contact me to see if I may be able to help you.
Practice areas
I represent parents and children in cases involving the Department of Child Safety, also known as "Child Protective Services."
I represent parties in divorce, child custody, child support, and paternity matters.
I represent parties in divorce, child custody, child support, and paternity matters.
I represent parents and children in cases involving the Department of Child Safety, also known as "Child Protective Services."
I represent parties in divorce, child custody, child support, and paternity matters.
I assist families in the process of legally adopting children.
I assist both participants and plan sponsors in employee benefits matters related to employer sponsored health insurance and retirement plans.
Languages spoken
English
Southern Arizona Law PLLC
P.O. Box 26626
Tucson, AZ, 85726
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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AZ | Active | 2018 | 05/22/2022 |
Legal answers | 3 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Attorney of the Month | Arizona Attorney General's Office | 2019 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Assistant Legal Defender | Cochise County Legal Defender's Office | 2021 - Present |
Founding Partner | Southern Arizona Law PLLC | 2021 - Present |
Acting Team Leader for Cochise County | Arizona Attorney General's Office | 2020 - 2020 |
Assistant Attorney General | Arizona Attorney General's Office | 2019 - 2021 |
Federal Investigator | U.S. Department of Labor | 2015 - 2017 |
Summer Associate | Legal Aid Of Western Ohio | 2015 - 2015 |
Student Attorney | Bluhm Legal Clinic | 2014 - 2016 |
Legal Intern | Metropolitan St. Louis Equal Housing Opportunity Council | 2014 - 2014 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Pima County Bar Association | Member | 2022 - Present |
Pima County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division | Member | 2022 - Present |
State Bar of Arizona, Appellate Practice Section | Member | 2022 - Present |
State Bar of Arizona, Indian Law Section | Member | 2022 - Present |
Cochise County Initial Recommended Services Workgroup | Executive Committee | 2022 - Present |
State Bar of Arizona, Juvenile Law Section | Executive Council | 2022 - Present |
Best for Babies (Cochise County Superior Court) | Member | 2022 - Present |
Building Blocks Committee (Pima County Juvenile Court) | Executive Committee Member | 2022 - Present |
State Bar of Arizona, Leadership Institute | Member | 2022 - Present |
State Bar of Arizona, Juvenile Law Section | Member | 2021 - Present |
State Bar of Arizona, Family Law Section | Member | 2021 - Present |
Pima County Juvenile Court Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) Core Team | Member | 2021 - Present |
Crossover Youth Program Model (CYPM) Team (Santa Cruz County Superior Court) | Executive Committee Member | 2021 - Present |
Cochise County Dependency Alternative Program (DAP) Committee | Executive Committee | 2022 - 2022 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Metropolitan St. Louis Equal Housing and Opportunity Council | Access to Homeownership for St. Louis' Foreign-Born | 2015 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Northwestern University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2016 |
Loyola University Chicago | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2012 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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State Bar of Arizona | What Constitutes Adequate Service of Process For DCS/Family Cases For Parents Domiciled and Living Outside the US? | 2022 |
State Bar of Arizona | Severance 2022 - The New Frontier: Explaining New Rules and Standards for Termination of Parental Rights | 2022 |
Cochise County Dependency Quarterly Meeting | Ethical Representation of Children: A Rule and Case Law Update | 2022 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Cochise County Dependency #1 | Case Dismissed |
Cochise County Dependency #2 | Case Dismissed |
Pima County Dependency #1 | Case Dismissed |
Pima County Dependency #2 | Children Returned to Parent |
Pima County Dependency #3 | Court Found No Neglect |
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Justin Gettler, Juvenile law Attorney on Mar 10, 2022
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have worked with Mr. Molitor for a number a years. He is organized, knowledgeable, and resourceful. He takes care of his clients. Mr. Molitor is a man of his word. I consider him a trusted colleague. I would refer him to anyone who is in need of quality representation.
Kymberley Moffett, Juvenile law Attorney on Feb 17, 2022
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I have worked both with and as opposing counsel with Mr. Molitor. I have always found him to be a strong and well prepared advocate for his clients. He is very knowledgable about the law and his cases. As a fellow attorney I respect and appreciate his professionalism and strong sense of ethics on every case. He serves his clients well both in and out of the courtroom.
Edward Cohn, Juvenile law Attorney on Jan 24, 2022
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Brian is a consummate professional. He really cares about his clients and gives every case 110%. He is also a wonderful colleague and is truly devoted to defending the public.
Melissa Ahlers, Unknown Attorney on Jan 22, 2022
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I highly recommend Brian for any matter he feels comfortable taking on. He works hard to ensure his clients achieve the best possible result in their case. I have worked with him on numerous cases and he is consistently a competent and zealous advocate for his clients. He knows the case law and has excellent trial skills.
Jordon Trapnell, Unknown Attorney on Jan 21, 2022
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Takes pride in his work and communicating with clients. Would be one of my top choices if I needed an attorney for anything in Juvenile Court.
Robert Curigliano, Juvenile law Attorney on Jan 20, 2022
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Brian is both knowledgeable of the law and a zealous advocate for his clients. He also maintains his ethical obligations both to the court and parties. I endorse this lawyer.
Uri Palmer, Juvenile law Attorney on Sep 23, 2021
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Brian has an extensive knowledge of the law and is a solid litigator. I endorse him without reservation.
Danielle Brownrigg, Juvenile law Attorney on Dec 11, 2020
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Brian was opposing counsel on multiple DCS case I handled in Juvenile Court. Brian has a strong courtroom presence, knows the law, and has excellent courtroom skills. Brian has a solid understanding of the law and is able to articulate his client's position well. Brian is professional and a tough opponent. Brian also communicates his position well with opposing counsel and avoids unnecessary litigation. I endorse this attorney.
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