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

Active

No misconduct found

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

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4.8 /5.0

37 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes

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 Kevin | January 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent legal advice and representation

I first used Google to find a family lawyer and the Hernandez Family Law firm came up. I met with Wendy for an initial consultation and hired the firm after the interview (a lot of questions on their experience). I was hoping all my items could be settled without a trial but the other side was having... none of that. The advice and service that was received was in my opinion second to none. Their responses to questions were answered in a timely manner. The time spent on my case was reasonable for what was needed, (not trying to add time just for billing reasons). During trial Wendy was straight to the point in her questions on both sides and did not back down on the hard questions that needed to be asked. Her advice was sound, performance was strong, not flawed and in the end the court ruled in a fair settlement for my side. I would absolutely recommend the firm and her services to anyone needing a family attorney. If in the future if I need more help on my case I will not hesitate to contact her firm. I highly recommend her firm to anyone needing help in any family matters. In my opinion you will not be disappointed with her legal advice and representation.

Posted by Donna Gonzales | April 01, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Grandmother

As a Grandmother I watched my son worry himself sick, He was unsure if He was going to be able to raise His son. However Wendy's lawfirm was very upfront and honest with us. My son did everything He needed to keep His son. I am happy to say we won the case. I would like to thank Jeanine and Elaine a...lso for being very helpful and knowing what we were going through.

Posted by David 'Smitty' | October 20, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Hernandez Law Firm: A must if dealing with family issues.

If you need a lawyer for family matters, the Hernandez Law Firm is THE firm you want on your team. They all are very competent, professional, and thorough. From the first consultation to the final signed divorce agreement to what to do after the divorce is final, Wendy, Matthew, Jeanine, and Elaine ...have made me feel comfortable with the entire process and walked/supported me through an emotionally overwhelming and confusing time in my life. The Hernandez Law Firm is not just a firm that gets the court case done, they are a firm that takes into account the whole person and helped me travel through this ‘journey' in a very positive way. As Wendy once told me, ‘My biggest hope for people who work with us is that they come out the other side feeling supported’. That needs to be their quote on the web-site because it is so true…and real. Yes, they want to ’win’ the case at hand, but they know that there is more to just the divorce. The entire firm was there to support me through the process with a smile, vast knowledge, and authentic concern/interest in me as a person. When divorce is thrown at you unexpectedly, your world becomes dark, scary, and very confusing. But the Hernandez team was there to help me through the legal issues as well as personal and emotional issues. From Wendy’s blogs and podcasts, to Elaine’s wonderful smile and true concern as you enter the door, to Matthew’s great advice and informing me of everything that was going on, to Jeanine’s upbeat spirit and support, this firm cares about the whole person. Although my case was handed over to Matthew, Wendy still continued to check in on me personally via e-mail or to just say hello when I was in the office. As for Matthew, he continually kept me well informed of everything that was going on and his professionalism and knowledge made me feel very comfortable. This was all very scary to me but it was a great piece of mind knowing I had their expertise to lean on when I needed it during this entire process……and they still check in on me and give support now that the process is over. As I talked to friends and family, they were/are all in awe (a good awe) and excited as to how blessed I was/am to have a legal team like I do have. I trusted the Hernandez Law Firm with my life, and they took precious care of it. I am indebted to them for how positive and well supported I am and will be when I come out on the other side of this dark journey. I hope that no one ever has to go through what I did, but if divorce or any family matter falls up on someone, I highly recommend the Hernandez Law Firm. God blessed me through my darkest days with the Hernandez Law Firm.

Posted by Shannon | September 25, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Competent, Compassionate, Dependable and Trustworthy

Wendy Hernandez is a great attorney. I say this because my family uses her exclusively and we have had wonderful results with her efforts. She advises us honestly. She has a conscience. Her demeanor is calm and sweet, yet she is sharp and very effective in the courtroom. We have had the opportun...ity to see Wendy in action (thankfully for us) and she is a force to be reckoned with. Wendy understood our position and was able to convey that clearly to the judge, she was a fierce navigator during trial and her determination and skill resulted in judgement for my family. It was an emotional triumph that set a precedent for the rest of our lives. We can't thank her enough! She is currently working on another case for us and we are confident we will have similar and positive results. I would recommend Wendy Hernandez without hesitation.

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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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