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Donna G Heller

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Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 39 years

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Licensed in Arizona for 39 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1986

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Donna G Heller's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Diane | June 11, 2015 | Estate Planning

Estate Planning

Donna was extremely knowledgeable and helpful dealing with such a personal issue - Living Will and Estate Planning. I left feeling confident about my decisions. Donna provided much more information than I had imaged. Upon completion I left with a complete packet of documents in a well organized b...inder. I would recommend Donna Heller to anyone seeking honest advice. I will contact her again for future legal assistance.

Posted by anonymous | November 17, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Committed and caring

I went through a legal separation using mediation and Donna Heller was my legal advisor throughout the process. She was very knowledgeable about current law and educated me about the possible outcomes in various situations. Getting separated or divorced is a very complicated process dealing with laws... (which we may or may not agree with as being just, or even be surprised about) and dealt with the emotional side of the process from the perspective of myself and my spouse. She helped me navigate a very scary process to help me make the best choices. In my case it was a very long process and she was very patient and helped me navigate all the twists and turns along the way. I would recommend her to anyone I know.

Posted by Karen | April 17, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Donna Heller Rocks at Divorce Mediation

Ms. Heller did a wonderful job as our divorce mediator. I like her warm yet professional demeanor. Throughout the process, she was highly knowledgeable and kept us informed with clear descriptions by email of developments and tasks at hand (I live out-of-state). Also, she provided us with many r...esources (e.g. QDRO specialist, other attorneys) who she knew as colleagues from previous work. Additionally, I warned her we would be "outliers" and we were as it took almost 2 years to complete our divorce process. (My ex is a real-life absent-minded professor.) I am grateful Ms. Heller kept our case open and continued with a very positive attitude as she went beyond her usual duties to communicate repeatedly with our QDRO specialist and repeatedly review information for the two of us as well as to explain the steps to bring the Marital Agreement document to completion and then submit it to the AZ court. On several occasions, her staff helped by personally delivering documents to the proper court offices. I am very grateful for Ms. Heller's work in our marathon of a case and would highly recommend her to others as an excellent divorce mediator.

Posted by anonymous | February 06, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Compassionate, experienced family lawyer.

I recently went through a nasty divorce. When my husband left me my son was only 3 months old, I had no idea what my rights were or the best way to protect my son. Donna helped me to navigate the legal system and opposing counsel, as well as take provide fast responses when my ex tried to continua...lly escalate the case. She helped to calm a tense and upsetting time with compassion and legal expertise. She has her finger on the pulse of current law, and always had our best interest at heart not only for the proceedings but for the future as well.

Posted by Hershel | May 19, 2010

Highly Recommended

I have known Donna for many years. as an attorney, she has helped me with legal advice through the years. She has a sharp mind and a real dedication to the law and her clients. Between her devotion to the law anmd her client, and her considerably experience, I believe she is one of the top lawyers... in her field.

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Donna G Heller's Lawyer Endorsements

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Yaser Ali

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Donna and I are members of a premier organization of estate planning attorneys across the country. Donna is well respected in the community and I've found her to be caring, intelligent, and compassionate -- all traits I would look for in an estate planning attorney."

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Cristi McMurdie

Family lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Donna for 18 years. Donna is a very ethical and knowledgeable lawyer in two areas: family law and estate planning. Donna will go above and beyond to ensure you get the service you requested."

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Abigail Neal

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Donna is an excellent lawyer who truly cares about her clients. I have consulted with Donna on numerous cases and found her to be thorough, detail oriented and exceptionally knowledgeable. I highly recommend Donna Heller."

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Karen Richman

Estate planning lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I fully endorse Donna Heller as an estate planner. Donna's professionalism and devotion to her clients and their causes is of the highest order and she is a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend Donna for your estate planning needs."

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Elizabeth Winter

Mediation lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I first met Donna Heller through a Professional Association. She brings to the tumultuous area of family law the training and skills of a family law collaborative attorney and mediator. While there is no state credentialing of mediators, Donna is an advanced Practitioner Mediator with the Association of Conflict Resolution. I have observed Donna in the course of her practice and note how she is able to assist people in reaching amicable and cost effective resolutions in high conflict/net worth cases where emotions are high and matters are complex. I can highly recommend Donna Heller on the basis of her training, skills, and professionalism."

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Christopher Hildebrand

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I strongly endorse Donna. I had the pleasure of representing a divorce client on a very difficult case. The Court appointed Ms. Heller to mediate the case and she did a fantastic job as a family law mediator. She fully understands the applicable Arizona divorce laws and has great mediation skills."

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Susan Pintel

Family lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Donna is a very knowledgeable attorney who has given me advice on how to handle family law issues. I highly recommend her."

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Mark Bregman

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Donna is an experienced lawyer with an understanding about what clients want. She has the ability to listen to clients and their problems and to find reasonable solutions using her legal knowledge. Her history of giving back to the community sets her apart and reflects her commitment to superior client service. I heartily endorse her to anyone looking for an estate planning lawyer."

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John Demas

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Donna is personable, caring, and up to date with practical solutions she provides to her clients. She is a great resource and ensures that the value proposition for her recommendations are both practical and appropriate."

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John Stubbs

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Donna has an uncommon skill set where she combines Estate Planning with her deep experience in Family Law. She is a compassionate lawyer who takes the time to listen to her clients and delivers exceptional service. I highly recommend Donna for any estate planning need."

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Kenneth Ziskin

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Donna brings skill and compassion to this sensitive legal field. She combines knowledge of the legal principles with a long history of planning and working with families. I would trust her to help a member of my family plan an estate. She also understands the benefits of working with a clients other trusted advisers."

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Jessica Cotter

Family lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Donna is a very Knowledgeable family law attorney. She Advocates for her clients as well as respects her opposing counsel. She make sure that her client's end up with the best outcome under the law."

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Libby Banks

Mediation lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Donna is a great mediator and wonderful for collaborative divorce. I definitely recommend her."

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Andrew Ellis

Family lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Linda Brown

Family lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Heller is a well-respected, seasoned attorney in the legal community. She is a go-getter and works to stay current on new trends and changes that impact the services she offers to her clients. She is always willing to contribute to helping improve legal education as demonstrated by her commitment to serve on various boards. If you are seeking skilled representation on your legal matter, I would recommend Ms. Heller."

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Fred Ruotolo

Family lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Donna for over 10 years. I had the honor of working with her in the same firm in the past and have worked with her on cases. I have always found her to be extremely knowledgeable, extremely hard working, and a very strong advocate for her clients. I am very confident that clients in her care will receive excellent representation either in litigated or settled matters. I highly recommend Donna."

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Frankie Adamo

Family lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Heller is an outstanding lawyer with an exceptional reputation and many years of experience. She is a strong and zealous advocate, and a credit to the legal profession. Whenever someone needs a family law attorney or a mediator, I advise them to call her first."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Celia Reed

Family lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Donna Heller is a skilled family law attorney who also acts as a family mediator. She is articulate, focused and cognizant of all of the factors inherent in the dissolution process. I highly-recommend Donna Heller as a family law practitioner."

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Gregory Poulos

Family lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Donna without reservation. She is knowledgeable and compassionate. With a deep breadth of experience she is able to provide common sense and strategic decision making for the benefit of her clients. She is my go-to attorney for family law questions and related mediation issues. In fact, she is a great source for many other attorneys as well. Any client that I have referred to Donna are comforted by her guidance and advice."

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Karen Richman

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Christopher Hildebrand

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Mark Bregman

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

Sustaining Member, Arizona's Finest Lawyers

2014

Top Contributor, Avvo

2014

Top Valley Lawyers, North Valley Magazine

2013

Top Attorney Family, Avvo

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English

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