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Divorce can bring out the worst in people. From manipulative behavior to outright bullying, the tactics used by opposing parties can be devastating. That’s where Steve Cole comes in – with over 29 years of experience, he can help you stand up to those who seek to take advantage of you.

Steve’s approach emphasizes mediated solutions, but he is not afraid to take issues to Family Court when circumstances demand it. Steve is highly skilled at using depositions to acquire testimony prior to trial. This technique often leads to higher settlements and more parenting time for his clients. Whether it’s trial or mediation, Steve’s main goal is to empower you to move towards a brighter future.

A future where you are back in the driver’s seat. A future where you can spend your money the way you want to.

And raise your kids the way you want. And live life on your terms.

With Steve in your corner, you will receive the aggressive advocacy you deserve. Steve will give you an honest assessment of your options, and he won’t sugarcoat the risks and potential impact of family law issues on your family.

It’s not common to find someone with a project management background – detail-oriented, meticulous to the core – who then, at the flip of a switch, can bring a compassionate perspective to the table. Wrap this all up with a legal background, and you’ve got Colleen Contreras.

Before embarking on her legal career, Colleen ran a consulting practice aimed at providing project management services to philanthropic foundations. She later worked closely with children with a range of disabilities, providing an invaluable perspective on the day-to-day struggles of this particular population. A graduate of the University of Phoenix (Bachelor of Science, Business Administration), a Juris Doctor degree from Arizona State University’s Sandra Day O’Connor School of Law, a certified Project Management Professional, and a Certificate in Law, Science, and Technology with a focus in Life Sciences and Biotechnology, Colleen’s career evolved into the law because she believed a change in the system was not only possible but necessary. Families need support during life’s tough transitions from someone who gets it like Colleen.

Colleen is completing her LLM in Dispute Resolution at ASU School of Law with an emphasis on Domestic Violence.

Colleen brings a big heart, the precision of a project management professional, and the legal acumen of a lawyer to her clients each and every day.