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    Serving Phoenix and beyond Custody Attorney Phoenix

    Going through a separation or divorce is challenging, especially when children are involved. Fortunately, a child custody lawyer at BDB Law can help. BDB Law understands the sensitivity of child custody matters. Each family's situation is unique, and we are committed to finding solutions that serve the best interests of the children while also respecting the rights of our clients. At BDB Law, we navigate the legal system to address your child custody concerns, including legal custody, physical custody, visitation rights, and custody modifications.

    To discuss your case and how a child custody attorney at BDB Law can help, call (602) 878-3133.

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    From Our Clients
    • O
      "Thank you, Allyson, for helping me protect my son"
      Since the day I met you, I knew you were looking out for the best interest of my son.
      Olga Armendariz
    • O
      "Helping Me Protect My Son"
      Since the day I met you, I knew you were looking out for the best interest of my son.
      Olga Armendariz
    • s
      "He Was Phenomenal"
      His attention to detail and attentiveness was outstanding!!
      sally George
    • b
      "Annabel Has Been My Saving Grace"
      Annabel has been my saving grace in a high-conflict custody divorce.
      brittanie lopez
    • A
      "A Legal Expert You Can Trust"
      If you are looking for an attorney who combines legal expertise with clear communication, dedication, and professionalism, I highly recommend Annabelle Abel.
      Aimee Van Orden
    • A
      "Dan Has Continued to Fight Alongside Me"
      Dan has continued to fight alongside me to ensure I continue to have 50% custody of my daughter.
      Anthony Kilo
    • T
      "I Could Not Recommend Allyson Enough"
      When she was working on my case, I always felt like her top priority.
      Tom Gibbons
    • T
      "I Could Not Recommend Allyson Enough"
      When she was working on my case, I always felt like her top priority.
      Tom Gibbons
    • A
      "Absolutely Wonderful With My Case"
      Jackie is amazing and super helpful when it came to my divorce case.
      Ashley Arrowood
    • A
      "Jackie Is Amazing and Super Helpful"
      Jackie is amazing and super helpful when it came to my divorce case.
      Ashley Arrowood
    • J
      "I wish I would have stayed with this firm"
      In hindsight, this firm was fair and hard working.
      Janice Gaetano
    • T
      "Jackie D is amazing"
      Jackie was able to resolve and finalize everything in less than a week, despite resistance from the other party.
      Terron James
    • T
      "Jackie D is amazing"
      Jackie was able to resolve and finalize everything in less than a week, despite resistance from the other party.
      Terron James
    • M
      "Highly Professional and Personable Representation"
      Jackie was highly professional, persistent, honest, personable, and communicated quickly when I had questions or concerns.
      Mary Ellen Pierson
    • M
      "Working with Jackie Dabney Was Amazing"
      She is professional, compassionate, and operates with a level of expertise and integrity that is unmatched.
      Meagan Maris
    • M
      "Highly Professional and Personable"
      Jackie was highly professional, persistent, honest, personable, and communicated quickly when I had questions or concerns.
      Mary Ellen Pierson
    • M
      "Working with Jackie Dabney Was Amazing"
      She is professional, compassionate and operates with a level of expertise and integrity that is unmatched.
      Meagan Maris
    • J
      "Very attentive and detailed"
      The ABV Team has been very attentive and detailed in their approach to my case.
      Jeremy Wells
    • J
      "Very Attentive and Detailed"
      The ABV Team has been very attentive and detailed in their approach to my case.
      Jeremy Wells
    • H
      "Very good law firm"
      Everyone was friendly and professional.
      H Z
    • J
      "Bishop Law and His Associates Are the Best!"
      They performed fantastically in preparation for my court cases, destroyed the opposing counsel each time, and managed all the follow-up details.
      Jamie Day
    • J
      "They Are Worth Every Penny and More"
      Bishop Law and his associates are the best! They performed fantastically in preparation for my court cases.
      Jamie Day
    • l
      "Amazing Service"
      Tawnia Wienke knocked it out of the park for my family matter.
      lars wing
    • l
      "Amazing Service"
      She was amazing in court and attentive to emails.
      lars wing
    • c
      "Highly recommended"
      Super helpful in high echelon situations.
      christopher Lengyel
    • c
      "Highly recommended"
      Super helpful in high echelon situations.
      christopher Lengyel
    • D
      "My lawyer was great"
      She listened to me, let me know what the next steps would look like, and kept me informed throughout the process.
      Dion DiRoma
    • D
      "My lawyer was great."
      She listened to me, let me know what the next steps would look like, and kept me informed throughout the process.
      Dion DiRoma
    • w
      "Allyson Is Amazing"
      You can be absolutely sure she’s got you covered. Honest, smart, and tough.
      william O'Fallon
    • D
      "Beyond impressed with the knowledge and work"
      Annabelle and Ty completely turned the tables on my case and got me exactly what I needed and felt was 100% fair.
      Dekota Everhart
    Thank you, Allyson, for helping me protect my son
    Thank you, Allyson, for helping me protect my son. I could not have gotten full custody without your legal advice and your direction with Jackie. Since the day I met you, I knew you were looking out for the best interest of my son. You will always have a special place in my heart! I had such a good experience at your office as well. Merry Christmas to you, Jackie, and your receptionist that received me so well!
    Olga Armendariz
    Helping Me Protect My Son
    Thank you, Allyson, for helping me protect my son. I could not have gotten full custody without your legal advice and your direction with Jackie. Since the day I met you, I knew you were looking out for the best interest of my son. You will always have a special place in my heart! I had such a good experience at your office as well. Merry Christmas to you, Jackie, and your receptionist that received me so well!
    Olga Armendariz
    He Was Phenomenal
    I used Dan Beeks as my attorney for my complicated child custody case, and he was phenomenal!! His attention to detail and attentiveness was outstanding!! I was scared and lost, and he was amazing!! He filed my documents for court in a timely manner, he made sure to follow up after every minute entry or court case, and always was upfront and honest!! When it comes to your children, you only want the best, and this man is AMAZING!!!
    sally George
    Annabel Has Been My Saving Grace
    I have been a client of Annabel Abel for almost two years. Annabel has been my saving grace in a high-conflict custody divorce. She is always calm, focused on the bigger picture, and has proven her competence time and time again. Her willingness to listen to all concerns and put 100% effort into the best overall well-being of children is what I love most about her. If you are in a high-conflict custody situation, Annabel is the perfect attorney to support you and get the job done.
    brittanie lopez
    A Legal Expert You Can Trust
    Review for Annabelle Abel: A Legal Expert You Can Trust I had the privilege of working with Annabelle Abel on a child custody case and I cannot speak highly enough of her expertise and professionalism. From the start, she demonstrated an exceptional understanding of the legal landscape, guiding me through each step with clear, strategic thinking. Annabelle and her paralegal, Tikesha “Ty” Fields, are the definition of a dynamic duo. Annabelle’s communication skills truly stand out. She always made sure I understood my options, presenting everything in a straightforward, honest manner. She took the time to explain even the most complex aspects of the case, ensuring that I felt informed and confident in every decision. I always knew she had my best interests in mind. What I appreciated most was her unwavering dedication to my case. It was evident that she genuinely cared about the outcome and worked tirelessly to achieve the best possible result. Her professionalism was matched only by her genuine care and attention, making what could have been a stressful process much easier to navigate. Thanks to her strategic thinking, we were able to reach a successful outcome that I am extremely happy with. If you are looking for an attorney who combines legal expertise with clear communication, dedication, and professionalism, I highly recommend Annabelle Abel. She is truly a top-tier attorney who delivers results while ensuring her clients feel supported throughout the entire process. Thank you for everything, Annabelle!
    Aimee Van Orden
    Dan Has Continued to Fight Alongside Me
    Dan Beeks has been my attorney for over 7 years now. As the highs and lows of life affect the custody battlefield, Dan has continued to fight alongside me to ensure I continue to have 50% custody of my daughter. The whole office has been incredibly helpful and knowledgeable regarding the family court process and continues to meet important timelines. Dan is easy to talk to and can paint an outcome for any situation that may present itself. As eager as I am to finally meet the day I no longer need an attorney, I find comfort in having this office working in my corner.
    Anthony Kilo
    I Could Not Recommend Allyson Enough
    I first contacted Allyson in July of 2021. I had lived out of state for the ten years following my divorce and wanted to move to Arizona and get 50/50 custody of my daughters, as their home life was unhealthy. Allyson, from the beginning, was upfront and realistic about expectations and guided me through moving and filing a motion to alter the original agreement. Throughout the next 17 months, my case became more and more complicated, but Allyson was always prepared for our meetings or filings, and when she was working on my case, I always felt like her top priority. As of November 2022, my girls live with me full-time and are on a path to healing. Allyson, Jackie, Carolyn, and everyone else at the firm were all kind, understanding, and professional. I could not recommend Allyson enough, and though I hope not to need her again, I wouldn't hesitate to contact her for future child custody issues.
    Tom Gibbons
    I Could Not Recommend Allyson Enough
    I first contacted Allyson in July of 2021. I had lived out of state for the ten years following my divorce and wanted to move to Arizona and get 50/50 custody of my daughters, as their home life was unhealthy. Allyson, from the beginning, was upfront and realistic about expectations and guided me through moving and filing a motion to alter the original agreement. Throughout the next 17 months, my case became more and more complicated, but Allyson was always prepared for our meetings or filings, and when she was working on my case, I always felt like her top priority. As of November 2022, my girls live with me full-time and are on a path to healing. Allyson, Jackie, Carolyn, and everyone else at the firm were all kind, understanding, and professional. I could not recommend Allyson enough, and though I hope not to need her again, I wouldn't hesitate to contact her for future child custody issues.
    Tom Gibbons
    Absolutely Wonderful With My Case
    The staff have been absolutely wonderful with my case. Jackie is amazing and super helpful when it came to my divorce case; she worked with me to get the best possible outcome and did everything she could to help the process move smoothly and efficiently.
    Ashley Arrowood
    Jackie Is Amazing and Super Helpful
    The staff have been absolutely wonderful with my case. Jackie is amazing and super helpful when it came to my divorce case; she worked with me to get the best possible outcome and did everything she could to help the process move smoothly and efficiently.
    Ashley Arrowood
    I wish I would have stayed with this firm
    I wish I would have stayed with this firm instead of following Annabell Abel to Cantor Law Group. In hindsight, this firm was fair and hard working. Annabell and Cantor Law was neither.
    Janice Gaetano
    Jackie D is amazing
    Jackie D is amazing. After getting put off and pushed aside for months by another firm, I came to BB for help. Jackie was able to resolve and finalize everything in less than a week, despite resistance from the other party. Highly recommend.
    Terron James
    Jackie D is amazing
    Jackie D is amazing. After getting put off and pushed aside for months by another firm, I came to BDB for help. Jackie was able to resolve and finalize everything in less than a week, despite resistance from the other party. Highly recommend.
    Terron James
    Highly Professional and Personable Representation
    Bishop, Del Vecchio & Beeks Legal Paraprofessional, Jackie Dabney, represented me in my divorce. Jackie was highly professional, persistent, honest, personable, and communicated quickly when I had questions or concerns. I would highly recommend Jackie and the firm to anyone who needs representation.
    Mary Ellen Pierson
    Working with Jackie Dabney Was Amazing
    Working with Jackie Dabney was amazing. She is professional, compassionate and operates with a level of expertise and integrity that is unmatched. I would highly recommend her services.
    Meagan Maris
    Highly Professional and Personable
    Bishop, Del Vecchio & Beeks Legal Paraprofessional, Jackie Dabney, represented me in my divorce. Jackie was highly professional, persistent, honest, personable, and communicated quickly when I had questions or concerns. I would highly recommend Jackie and the firm to anyone who needs representation.
    Mary Ellen Pierson
    Working with Jackie Dabney Was Amazing
    Working with Jackie Dabney was amazing. She is professional, compassionate and operates with a level of expertise and integrity that is unmatched. I would highly recommend her services.
    Meagan Maris
    Very attentive and detailed
    The ABV Team has been very attentive and detailed in their approach to my case. Their knowledge and experience in family law is quite evident. I will not only be using them for any upcoming matters, but would highly recommend them to anyone in search of an excellent attorney.
    Jeremy Wells
    Very Attentive and Detailed
    The ABV Team has been very attentive and detailed in their approach to my case. Their knowledge and experience in family law is quite evident. I will not only be using them for any upcoming matters, but would highly recommend them to anyone in search of an excellent attorney.
    Jeremy Wells
    Very good law firm
    Very good law firm. Everyone was friendly and professional. They also were very good at keeping me immediately informed about anything that occurred in this divorce process.
    H Z
    Bishop Law and His Associates Are the Best!
    I have used Bill Bishop and his team, in particular Jackie Dabney, since 2008. Bishop Law and his associates are the best! They performed fantastically in preparation for my court cases, destroyed the opposing counsel each time, and managed all the follow-up details. Their lead administrator, Carolyn Keech, is awesome as well. The whole team works together seamlessly; they are worth every penny and more. Make the smart move and hire them right away; best decision you will make in family law.
    Jamie Day
    They Are Worth Every Penny and More
    I have used Bill Bishop and his team, in particular Jackie Dabney, since 2008. Bishop Law and his associates are the best! They performed fantastically in preparation for my court cases, destroyed the opposing counsel each time, and managed all the follow-up details. Their lead administrator, Carolyn Keech, is awesome as well. The whole team works together seamlessly; they are worth every penny and more. Make the smart move and hire them right away; best decision you will make in family law.
    Jamie Day
    Amazing Service
    Amazing service, Tawnia Wienke knocked it out of the park for my family matter. She was amazing in court and attentive to emails. Thank you, Tawnia, for all your help.
    lars wing
    Amazing Service
    Amazing service. Tawnia Wienke knocked it out of the park for my family matter. She was amazing in court and attentive to emails. Thank you, Tawnia, for all your help.
    lars wing
    Highly recommended
    Super helpful in high echelon situations. They make everything easy, affordable, and make sense to both parties. Highly recommended.
    christopher Lengyel
    Highly recommended
    Super helpful in high echelon situations. They make everything easy, affordable, and make sense to both parties. Highly recommended.
    christopher Lengyel
    My lawyer was great
    My lawyer was great. She listened to me, let me know what the next steps would look like, and kept me informed throughout the process. I appreciate this during this time.
    Dion DiRoma
    My lawyer was great.
    My lawyer was great. She listened to me, let me know what the next steps would look like, and kept me informed throughout the process. I appreciate this during this time.
    Dion DiRoma
    Allyson Is Amazing
    Allyson is amazing. Never a fun thing to go through; however, you can be absolutely sure she’s got you covered. Honest, smart, and tough. Can’t recommend enough. This review is long overdue. Thanks so much, Allyson.
    william O'Fallon
    Beyond impressed with the knowledge and work
    I had the utmost pleasure of being represented by Annabelle and her team member Ty. Words do not describe how they managed to flip an awful temp order I received early on towards my son. I had dropped my first incompetent lawyer and found Annabelle through a referral. As a father seeking rights to a child and beyond stressed out with the situation, Annabelle and Ty completely turned the tables on my case and got me exactly what I needed and felt was 100% fair. The whole process they dealt with my constant questions and emails as well as assuring me they would fight for me. That’s exactly what they did. Annabelle came in with complete professionalism and hit all angles to represent her client as if you were her only client. After this case’s final orders closed, I couldn’t be more thankful, and I pray for anyone who goes against this firm and Annabelle, for they are relentless. If you are a father or just having issues in a separation… this is your woman and team! Beyond impressed with the knowledge and work they put in. From Ronin and I, thank you!!!!
    Dekota Everhart
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