Law Office of Paula Lorona, PLLC - Peoria, AZ

Comprehensive Family and Juvenile Law Representation in Peoria

Family legal issues demand a careful balance between aggressive courtroom advocacy and genuine compassion for the individuals affected. Founded in 2015 by attorney Paula Lorona, The Law Office of Paula Lorona, PLLC delivers dedicated legal support to individuals and households throughout Peoria, Surprise, Sun City, and the Phoenix metropolitan area. Together with associate attorney Marty Zalevsky, a former Assistant Attorney General for the Child and Family Protection Division, the firm provides robust legal representation. Whether clients need to hire a divorce attorney to navigate contested litigation or seek a seasoned juvenile advocate, the practice delivers thorough, collaborative legal counsel.

Divorce, Custody, and Post-Decree Modifications

Ending a marriage involves resolving difficult questions regarding property distribution, spousal maintenance, and parental rights. Paula Lorona and her team assist clients with every stage of marital dissolution, from filing initial petitions to negotiating consent decrees. In parenting time and legal decision-making disputes, the firm advocates tenaciously for parental relationships and stable home environments. When life circumstances shift following a divorce, the practice assists with post-decree enforcement and petitions for modifications of child support or parenting time. The legal team also handles qualified domestic relations orders (QDROs) to ensure retirement funds and pensions are equitably partitioned.

Juvenile Law, DCS Dependency, and Adoptions

Navigating the juvenile court system presents unique legal challenges requiring swift action and deep statutory knowledge. The firm actively represents families involved in juvenile dependency proceedings and parental rights severance cases, frequently defending parents against investigations by the Department of Child Safety (DCS). Additionally, the practice rejoices in helping families expand through adoption, offering skilled representation in stepparent adoptions, kinship placements, same-sex parent adoptions, and third-party adoptions across Maricopa County.

Emergency Temporary Orders and Domestic Safety

In urgent situations involving domestic violence, child abuse, or acute neglect, swift judicial intervention is essential. The Law Office of Paula Lorona possesses extensive experience securing emergency temporary orders and orders of protection to ensure the safety of vulnerable family members. The attorneys remain available during evenings and weekends for emergency situations, ensuring clients facing acute crises receive immediate legal protection and courtroom defense at contested injunction hearings.

Comprehensive Estate Planning and Asset Protection

Beyond resolving active family disputes, the firm assists clients in preserving their life achievements for future generations through tailored estate planning. The practice crafts comprehensive estate plans incorporating revocable living trusts, last will and testaments, durable financial powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and property deeds. By coordinating family law acumen with estate planning structures, the attorneys ensure client assets remain shielded from probate hassles and unintended tax burdens.

Why Clients Choose The Law Office of Paula Lorona

• Collaborative team strategy where multiple attorneys review case strategies.
• Extensive background in state child protection matters and juvenile courtroom procedures.
• Free initial phone consultation to assess legal options without financial pressure.
• Flexible accessibility including evening and weekend emergency availability.

Individuals in search of a trustworthy family lawyer in Peoria can contact The Law Office of Paula Lorona, PLLC to schedule a free thirty-minute consultation and begin developing a personalized legal strategy.