Wendy R Hernandez

Wendy R Hernandez

4.8
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 29 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Phoenix, AZ
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Family ... +2 more

3636 North Central Avenue, Suite 820, Suite 630, Phoenix, AZ

About Wendy

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Child Custody 35%

27 years | 1,000 cases

35%
Divorce and Separation 35%

27 years | 1,000 cases

35%
Family 20%

Wendy Hernandez is an experienced Family Law Attorney trained in handling "Full Team Collaborative Divorce" cases, contested dissolution of marriage cases, legal separation matters, child custody and parenting time issues, spousal maintenance claims, grandparents' rights, father's rights, spousal abuse, domestic violence, child abuse, termination of parental rights, jurisdictional issues and adoption cases.

27 years | 1,000 cases

20%
Criminal Defense 5%

Wendy Hernandez's background as a criminal trial lawyer has enabled her to handle various types of matters including murder and manslaughter cases, drive-by shootings, sexual assault, aggravated assault, driving under the influence, possession of drugs, violations of orders of protection, domestic violence cases, and child abuse cases.

27 years | 500 cases

5%
Uncontested Divorce 5%

27 years | 1,000 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 165-497 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 29 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1996

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Location

Hernandez Family Law

3636 North Central Avenue, Suite 820, Suite 630, Phoenix, AZ, _8501-2___

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Wendy R Hernandez's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

37 Client Reviews

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Posted by Raymond | June 23, 2020 | Child Custody

I highly recommend Wendy Hernandez!

In a nutshell, Wendy genuinely cares! For me, that is the most important quality in a lawyer. In 11 years of escalating custody battle, I have been through 3 lawyers and numerous “Initial consultations”. Wendy was the first lawyer I met that I truly felt was about me, my children, and my case, not ...the money. The very 1st night after our first case review meeting, I had the best night’s sleep I have had in years. From the start, Wendy organized and prioritized my case and helped me to focus on what is best for the children and sort and ignore the peripheral. She also helped build my confidence by reducing fear and risk factors inherent in a custody battle. I do not believe my case could have gone better, and my children are happier and safer thanks to her.

Posted by Angel | December 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

Wendy Hernandez Excellent Lawyer

When I was looking for an attorney to represent me in family court I got to admit I was a bit nervous and anxious only because I knew my case wasn't going to be easy, so I knew I had to get someone that was empathetic, showed interest in my case, someone who was knowledgeable, passionate, but still a...ggressive when needed to be and that was exactly what I found with Wendy. When I talked to Wendy and let her know my situation, though she didn't promise the outcome I was looking for would be exact, she did say she would do her very best to get me what I wanted and that's what she did. Wendy and her staff Elaine, Jeanine and Robin are the most wonderful and hard working people. They were very caring, answered all my concerns and were there to guide me through the whole process. Wendy was amazing during court she was organized, showed professionalism, you can till she knew what she was doing overall I was very confident with her representing me. At the end of my trial I almost got exactly what I had asked for but with my case just about done I only had one more hearing left then something unexpectedly happened that would change the whole outcome of things. Before we can reach the hearing the mother of my children passed away unexpectedly, this turned mine and my children's whole world upside down as I never imagined this happening like it did, it was an unexpected circumstance that changed the status of my case and the life of me and my children. Despite some differences me and the mother of my children had this was not the outcome I wanted and was in shock and disbelief, I was completely torn apart with the whole situation. Wendy took time to call me as soon as she found out to give me her condolences and showed the utmost care and support as well as her staff. With much compassion and understanding they helped me through the sudden changes and got me through my entire case. Although I wish things could have ended differently and the mother of my children was still here, Wendy and her staff's hard work will not go unnoticed. THANK YOU SO MUCH WENDY, ELAINE, JEANINE AND ROBIN!! for everything you have done.❤

Posted by Jennifer | May 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Thank you, both you and your staff!

Wendy thank you for the hard work you and your staff put in to get us almost all that we asked for in our case. You even made several attempts to settle our case before going to trial. Your office is full of amazing, helpful people that answered all my questions in a timely fashion. By following your... staffs advice we were even able to keep our fees as low as possible. And in the end was even awarded attorney's fees by the court. Thank you for all that you have done for us.

Posted by Jason | April 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Thank You!

I had a very difficult and long case, and Wendy handled it with the utmost professionalism, knowledge and dedication. Wendy and her staff were very responsive to me and my questions and responded to all necessary court requirements. In court, Wendy was fantastic as her long experience would suggest... and demonstrated her clear understanding of family law, and she examined each witness to maximum effect. My Judge was very difficult, and due to Wendy's excellent representation I was given sole decision making and extremely fair parenting time. My outcome was much better than I expected, and I would recommend Wendy to anyone who is going through a divorce.

Posted by MIKE | March 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

EXCELLENT JOB WENDY

Wendy was great in this case !! I was a little concerned with having 3 kids and not knowing how this would turn out, Wendy helped and guided me threw this. I know have sole full custody of my kids THANKS WENDY this is great . she was there when I had question's !! She was there when I had state a...nd other agency's involved and worked with them also to resolve the conflict in the case. Wendy's team was GREAT they called to keep me informed on the status of the case. The team did all the court paperwork and prep then called and email the info to me to review this was GREAT !!! AT COURT WENDY WENT IN AND TALKED TO THE JUDGE TOOK ABOUT 20 MIN AND IT WAS FINALIZED THANKY YOU WENDY I WOULD RECOMED ANYONE HAVE LEGAL ISSUES IN FAMLY COURT TO CONTACT WENDY IN THIS MATTER SHE AND HER TEAM ARE EXCELLENT

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Wendy R Hernandez's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kristi Morley

Family lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Clancy

Family lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse Wendy Hernandez. She is able to work through tough issues and still maintain a sense of professionalism and client dedication. She is an asset to the family law community."

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Freddy Saavedra

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Gaertner

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Wendy is a gifted and talented trial attorney. I have known her for many years and she is a strong and effective advocate for her clients."

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Keo'Vonne Wilson

Family lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Wendy is a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm. She is constantly looking for and creating better ways to serve her clients and the legal community."

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Andrew Ellis

Family lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Wendy. She is well respected in the community for her knowledge, experience and integrity."

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Stasy Click

Family lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Wendy is an excellent lawyer and litigator."

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Rebecca Owen

Family lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse Wendy Hernandez. I've worked with her on family law matters and found her to be a strong advocate for her clients and professional on all levels"

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Falynn Baum

Family lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I recently worked with Wendy on a case and found her to be very knowledgable and professional. I look forward to working with her again."

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Ryan Reppucci

Family lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked with Wendy as opposing counsel and I must say that she is a great lawyer. Her diligence and professionalism are unmatched. Wendy is extremely informative and creative in her legal arguments and presentations. Being a family lawyer myself, I am very selective of peers that I will endorse. With this said, I can say that I have the utmost respect for Wendy and her practice. Any prospective client would be fortunate to retain the services of such an experienced and compassionate family law attorney."

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Tracy Augustin

Family lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I have had the privilege of working for Wendy for the past two years now. During this time, she has been an amazing mentor to me. I have first hand knowledge of the positive impact she has on her clients in her role as their advocate. Wendy's knowledge, experience and personality make her a top-notch attorney to have on your side!"

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Dawn Valdivia

Family lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Wendy is a remarkable lawyer. I highly reccomend her. She is responsive, diligent, and goes above and beyond. Wendy and I worked on a hotly contested matter and she always did her best to find creative arguments and research the issue. She is very knowledgable and extremely ethical and professional. I enjoyed working with Wendy and will continue to call on her expertise and refer clients to her."

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Geoffrey Fish

Family lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Wendy is a skilled and dedicated attorney. Each of her clients are treated with dedication and a desire to assist. Wendy makes sure that each client is comfortable and fully understands the process and issues in their respective cases. She is a tireless advocate for all her clients."

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Christine Melton

Family lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known her for more than a decade and have always appreciated her vast experience, expertise, and knowledge. Wendy's efficiency is also highly impressive. I have worked with her in a criminal law setting and have had the benefit of exposure to her family law practice as well. Wendy truly cares about her clients, which is evident in her demeanor and the manner in which she represents her clients' interests. Her qualities, skill, and enthusiastic advocacy make Wendy an ideal choice for representation."

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Theodore Campagnolo

Family lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Wendy for over 13 years as a lawyer, first as a criminal prosecutor and now as an excellent family law lawyer. I have always been impressed by Wendy's dedication to her clients and to her cases. She not only represents her clients in an exemplary maner, but she treats them like human beings. I have referred a number of people to her, and she has always done a first-rate job and has left a great impression on my referrals."

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Maria Bilotti

Family lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Wendy for almost 18 years--since we were 1Ls at Notre Dame. She is diligent, serious and commited when it comes to her practice, which is patently clear when you look at how much she has accomplished in the 15 years she has been a licensed attorney. Her area of practice, family law, requires a caring, patient and compassionate lawyer to guide clients through extraordinarily personal matters. I can think of no one who embodies those necessary characteristcs while still representing her clients as thoroughly and professionally as possible."

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Michael Clancy

Family lawyer

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John Gaertner

Child custody lawyer

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Dianne Sullivan

Family lawyer

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Keo'Vonne Wilson

Estate planning lawyer

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Stasy Click

Family lawyer

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Rebecca Owen

Family lawyer

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Ryan Reppucci

Family lawyer

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Falynn Baum

Family lawyer

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Tracy Augustin

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Judge Pro Tem, Maricopa County Judge Pro Tem

1999 - Present

Owner/Attorney, The Law Offices of Wendy Raquel Hernandez, P.C.

1996 - 1999

Deputy County Attorney, Maricopa County Attorney's Office

Associations

2009 - Present

Collaborative Divorce Professionals of Arizona

Legal Professional and Member

2009 - Present

International Academy of Collaborative Professionals

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

The Case of Eric

Eric was was named the primary residential parent.

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Education

1995

University of Notre Dame Law School

Juris Doctorate

1992

Arizona State University

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Father Matters - Monthly

Command the Courtroom

2016

Summit Law School Alumni Day

Command the Courtroom for New Attorneys

Publications

Activity

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