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Licensed in Arizona for 11 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2014
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Josephine Frances Maria Bidwill's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | September 07, 2024 | Domestic Violence
Inappropriate to LE during family's DV incident
Check out the body cam footage of LE responding to her parent's home. Her mother was charged with DV against her father. If you drank a shot every time she said "I'm a defense attorney," we would need rehab. Totally condensending and uncooperative. I wouldn't want someone so unclassy handling my ...
Posted by Carl | February 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Review for Josephine Bidwill
Sophie came to my aid on very short notice, highly unusual for an attorney. She immediately grasped the facts of a complex case, and saw clearly defense unseen by much more experienced attorneys. She clearly cares more than most attorneys. She is very intelligent and quick. In future litigation it w...
Posted by Doug | March 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Highly recommend
Josephine Bidwill is a very professional and intelligent attorney. She is always prompt in responding to my calls and emails. I believe in her abilities and would hire her again if ever needed.
Posted by Carrie | March 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Sophie Bidwell
Sophie has been so helpful to our family. She makes herself available for questions which we have plenty of. She is smart and is well-versed on case law. We have confidence in her ability to lead my son's case. She understands her limitations and has resources to consult with as needed.
Josephine Frances Maria Bidwill's Lawyer Endorsements
"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."
"I endorse this lawyer. I had a very difficult case and learned that Attorney Bidwill handled a similar type of legal situation. I reached out to her and she gave me great direction. She is very knowledgeable and passionate about helping people in legal trouble."
"I endorse Ms. Bidwill because she is a passionate advocate who fights hard for her clients every step of the way."
"Ms. Bidwill is a fantastic lawyer with a creative approach to practicing law. She is not afraid to challenge judges and prosecutors on issues of law. When most attorney throw in the towel, Ms, Bidwill is just getting started. She cares deeply about her clients, and she obtains fantastic results."
"Ms. Bidwill is a tremendously bright and motivated practitioner who always goes above and beyond to benefit those around her, whether it be her clients or her colleagues. I highly recommend Ms. Bidwill and endorse her without hesitation."
"Ms. Bidwill is an exceptional attorney with impeccable credentials. She clearly goes the extra mile for all of her clients and has earned the respect of the legal community. I happily endorse this lawyer."
"Josephine is a dedicated lawyer who really cares about her clients."
"Sophie is a dedicated and hard working attorney that fights for her clients. I fully endorse her for criminal defense."
"Sophie and I attended law school together and I have witnessed her engaging with criminal defense issues on several occasions. She possesses an extremely intelligent legal mind and is a thoughtful and dedicated advocate."
"Ms. Bidwill is an aggressive and highly intelligent attorney. She has distinguished herself through her knowledge of the law, dedication to pursuing justice for her clients, and thorough professionalism. I highly recommend Ms. Bidwill."
"I endorse this lawyer. Sophie is an excellent attorney. She is good because she wants to be good and she works hard to provide excellent representation to her clients. I hold her in high regard."
"Ms. Bidwill is an excellent attorney who puts her clients' needs first. She is extremely intelligent and she uses her knowledge and research skills to find every important issue in each case. I highly recommend Ms. Bidwill to anyone who is in need of a dedicated defense attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2014
International Academy of Trial Lawyers Award, International Academy of Trial Lawyers
2014
Highest Pro Bono Honors, Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law
2013
CALI Award for Public Defender Clinic, CALI
2012
1L Pro Bono Achievement Award, Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law
2012
Public Interest Fellowship, ASU Pro Bono Board
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Attorney, The Bidwill Law Firm
2015 - 2016
Attorney, Maasen Law Firm
2014 - 2014
Law Clerk, Micheal Terribile
2014 - 2015
Attorney, Maricopa County Public Defender's Office
2014 - 2014
Law Clerk, Maricopa County Public Defender's Office
2013 - 2014
Intern, Maricopa Office of the Legal Defender
2013 - 2014
Intern, Maricopa County Public Defender's Office
2012 - 2012
Intern, Yuma County Legal Defender's Office
2011 - 2012
Intern, Maricopa County Attorney's Office
Associations
2016 - Present
Arizona Attorneys for Criminal JusticeLegislative & Policy Committee
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. R.T.
Jury Verdict: Not Guilty
State v. Anthony Bernard Primous
Conviction Reversed & Sentence Vacated
State v. A.M.
Jury Verdict: Not Guilty on all except Passive Resisting Arrest
State v. I.L.P.
Not guilty on all four counts
State v. P.L.G.
Case dismissed
State v. S.W.
Plea to supervised probation, no jail
State v. R.W.
Dismissed
State v. W.H.
Plea to 1st offense DUI, 1 day jail
Education
2014
Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law, Arizona State University
J.D.
2011
Southern Methodist University
BA - Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Honors in Liberal Arts
Publications
2019
The Arizona Republic
Maricopa County attorney is using bad science to justify locking up kids for life
2019
The Arizona Republic
Maricopa County attorney is using bad science to justify locking up kids for life
2019
The Arizona Republic
Maricopa County attorney is using bad science to justify locking up kids for life
2019
The Arizona Republic
Maricopa County attorney is using bad science to justify locking up kids for life
2019
The Arizona Republic
Maricopa County attorney is using bad science to justify locking up kids for life
2019
The Arizona Republic
Maricopa County attorney is using bad science to justify locking up kids for life
2019
The Arizona Republic
Maricopa County attorney is using bad science to justify locking up kids for life
2019
The Arizona Republic
Maricopa County attorney is using bad science to justify locking up kids for life
2019
The Arizona Republic
Maricopa County attorney is using bad science to justify locking up kids for life
2017
Amicus Brief in State v. Anthony Bernard Primous
Brief of Amici Curiae - Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice (AACJ) and American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) in Support of Appellant
2016
Supreme Court of Arizona - Rules Forum
AACJ Comment to Proposed Amendment to Rule 16
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
I signed a plea bargain for a 6.5 year sentence in az.i know i am unable to appeal due to that,but is there anything else I can
02 Jul 2017
Q&A
Is A.R.S 41-1604.14 still effective?
02 Jul 2017