Ellsworth Family Law, P.C. - Mesa, AZ
Ellsworth Family Law, P.C. is a premier family law and divorce practice based in Mesa, Arizona. Founded in 2003 by Steven M. Ellsworth, a Certified Family Law Specialist and Fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers, the firm delivers top-tier advocacy across high-net-worth divorce, child custody, spousal maintenance, and family arbitration throughout the Phoenix Valley.
Distinguished Family Law and Divorce Advocacy in Mesa, Arizona
Family reorganization, marital dissolution, and parenting disputes involve critical legal and emotional decisions. When your financial stability and the future of your children are on the line, choosing counsel with demonstrated courtroom skill and specialized credentials is vital. Established in 2003, Ellsworth Family Law, P.C. operates from its East Valley office on South Stapley Drive in Mesa, delivering dedicated legal guidance across Mesa, Gilbert, Chandler, Tempe, Scottsdale, and Phoenix.
The firm was founded by Steven M. Ellsworth, who has practiced family law in Arizona since 1989. Mr. Ellsworth holds dual fellowships in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and the International Academy of Family Lawyers, placing him among an elite group of family attorneys worldwide. Supported by partner Glenn D. Halterman, also a State Bar Certified Family Law Specialist and former prosecutor, the firm approaches every case with ethical dedication and tactical precision.
Complex Divorce and High-Net-Worth Asset Division
Arizona community property statutes require sophisticated financial analysis when dissolving long-term marriages and dividing substantial wealth. When individuals need to hire a divorce lawyer to manage complex financial estates, Ellsworth Family Law, P.C. provides strategic representation across key dissolution matters, including:
- High-net-worth divorce proceedings involving privately owned business valuations, executive stock packages, and commercial real estate
- Equitable division of community property, retirement accounts, pensions, and allocation of marital debts
- Spousal maintenance negotiations, litigation, and modifications under current Arizona statutory guidelines
- Legal separation agreements establishing structured property division and child support arrangements without dissolving marriage
- Business owner divorce strategies designed to shield company operations and corporate continuity
- Post-decree modifications and enforcement when material changes in income, employment, or living conditions arise
- Family law appeals before the Arizona Court of Appeals and Arizona Supreme Court to correct trial court errors
Protecting Parental Rights and Child Custody Interests
In Arizona family courts, child custody matters are evaluated under legal decision-making authority and parenting time guidelines, with child welfare serving as the paramount consideration. When parents need to find a child custody attorney, Ellsworth Family Law, P.C. provides empathetic and child-focused advocacy across critical parenting issues:
- Legal decision-making authority and parenting time arrangements preserving parental relationships
- High-conflict custody litigation involving parental alienation, substance abuse, and relocation disputes
- Child support determinations, enforcement actions, and modifications following financial changes
- Paternity actions and establishment of parental rights for unmarried parents
- Grandparents rights petitions and third-party custody interventions to safeguard children
- Domestic violence protective orders, emergency injunctions, and defense against improper filings
- Drafting ironclad prenuptial agreements and postnuptial contracts to define asset rights
Innovative Mediation and Tailored Legal Solutions
Beyond courtroom litigation, Ellsworth Family Law, P.C. operates the Arizona Divorce Mediation Center. As certified family law arbitrators and skilled mediators, the attorneys help couples resolve disputes privately, reducing expenses and avoiding stressful court appearances. Additionally, the firm offers lower-cost services through licensed legal paraprofessionals to meet diverse client needs.
Whether your matter involves a multi-million-dollar marital estate or an urgent custody dispute, Ellsworth Family Law, P.C. offers the proven experience needed to safeguard your future. If you need to consult an attorney regarding family legal issues, contact the Mesa office today to schedule your comprehensive case consultation.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the central area of Mesa, Arizona, directly across from the Mesa Grand Shopping Center, near the intersection of South Stapley Drive and East Baseline Road.
Building Location
This is a two-story multistory office building, known as the Stapley Center, which features a modern two-story atrium with a fountain.
Parking Details
Ample free surface parking and covered parking options are available for clients and visitors in the surrounding lot.
Public Transit
Served by Valley Metro Route 128 (Stapley Dr); nearest stop is at Stapley Dr & Baseline Rd.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter through the building's main double doors and walk through the two-story atrium. Take the elevator or the stairs to the second floor, where Suite 200 is located.