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Our Mission
An experienced family law team dedicated to protecting your safety, your children, and your financial future.
Our Vision
Our vision is to create Plain English, Trauma Informed approaches that help families take the reins back from family court.
Our Story
ABOUT AZFLR
Real Experience. Genuine Advocacy.
At our firm, we understand that family law isn’t just legal—it’s deeply personal.
Colleen is a mother of three children with special needs and has been navigating family court since 2017. Her firsthand experience gives her a deep empathy for clients and drives her commitment to making the court process more accessible and affordable for families.
Steven brings over 30 years of family court litigation experience. As a single father who fought for equal parenting time while managing a business, he knows the challenges clients face and works tirelessly to help them move forward with clarity and confidence.
Together, Colleen and Steven provide compassionate, experienced advocacy for families in transition.
Your Trust, Our Commitment
Our Approach
We speak clearly and directly, so you always understand what’s happening. Our team is sensitive to the emotional weight of family legal issues and creates a supportive, respectful environment. We take the time to truly listen and treat you with care. And when it’s time to take action, we stand strong, protect your interests, and fight for the outcome you deserve.
Plain English
We prioritize clear language so everyone can understand the support we provide.
Trauma-Informed
Our services are designed to acknowledge and respect past experiences, fostering healing.
Compassionate
We approach every situation with empathy, understanding the nuances of individual needs.
Fierce Advocacy
We fight with purpose and passion to protect your rights and secure the best possible outcome.
Our Expertise:
We have experience handling high-conflict and complex family law cases, including those involving protective orders, domestic violence, child abuse investigations, mental health concerns, and substance use. Our team also understands the unique challenges of cases involving neurodivergent children, special needs, third-party rights, and complicated asset division.
High Conflict & Complex Cases
We bring structure and clarity to situations where emotions run high and solutions feel out of reach.
Protective Orders
Whether filing or defending, we ensure all legal standards are met and your rights are protected throughout the process.
domestic violence & post-separation abuse
We provide trauma-informed support for those facing domestic violence or ongoing abuse after separation, with safety and dignity as our top priorities.
child abuse & the Department of Child Safety involvement
Navigating child abuse allegations and agency involvement requires both legal expertise and compassion—we’re here to help every step of the way.
mental health & personality disorders
Our team works carefully to integrate medical insights with legal strategy, helping families navigate complex emotional and psychological issues.
substance abuse
Our team navigates the complexities of substance abuse in family law, ensuring your rights and your family’s safety remain a priority.
special needs & neuro-divergent children
Understanding the unique challenges faced by special needs and neurodivergent children helps us advocate for solutions that prioritize their well-being and growth
complex asset division
We navigate the complexities of dividing high-value or complicated assets to ensure a fair and thorough resolution.
third-party rights & grandparents’ rights
We guide grandparents and other third parties through the legal process to secure visitation or custody when appropriate.
Our Expertise:
We have experience handling high-conflict and complex family law cases, including those involving protective orders, domestic violence, child abuse investigations, mental health concerns, and substance use. Our team also understands the unique challenges of cases involving neurodivergent children, special needs, third-party rights, and complicated asset division.
High Conflict & Complex Cases
We bring structure and clarity to situations where emotions run high and solutions feel out of reach.
Protective Orders
Whether filing or defending, we ensure all legal standards are met and your rights are protected throughout the process.
domestic violence & post-separation abuse
We provide trauma-informed support for those facing domestic violence or ongoing abuse after separation, with safety and dignity as our top priorities.
child abuse & the Department of Child Safety involvement
Navigating child abuse allegations and agency involvement requires both legal expertise and compassion—we’re here to help every step of the way.
mental health & personality disorders
Our team works carefully to integrate medical insights with legal strategy, helping families navigate complex emotional and psychological issues.
substance abuse
Our team navigates the complexities of substance abuse in family law, ensuring your rights and your family’s safety remain a priority.
special needs & neuro-divergent children
Understanding the unique challenges faced by special needs and neurodivergent children helps us advocate for solutions that prioritize their well-being and growth
complex asset division
We navigate the complexities of dividing high-value or complicated assets to ensure a fair and thorough resolution.
third-party rights & grandparents’ rights
We guide grandparents and other third parties through the legal process to secure visitation or custody when appropriate.
We've Been in Your Shoes—Now We're in Your Corner.
How We Are Diffrent
Wondering If Anyone Truly Understands What You’re Going Through?
At AZFLR, we do more than practice family law—we walk alongside you through some of life’s most difficult moments. We know how overwhelming divorce, custody disputes, or issues involving domestic violence and child abuse can be—because we’ve lived it, too.
That personal understanding shapes the way we work: with compassion, clear communication, and a commitment to helping you make confident decisions every step of the way. We have particular experience supporting families with special needs children, and we tailor our legal strategies to reflect your unique circumstances.
WHY AZFLR
Wondering If Anyone Truly Understands What You’re Going Through?
We've Been in Your Shoes—Now We're in Your Corner.
At AZFLR, we do more than practice family law—we walk alongside you through some of life’s most difficult moments. We know how overwhelming divorce, custody disputes, or issues involving domestic violence and child abuse can be—because we’ve lived it, too.
That personal understanding shapes the way we work: with compassion, clear communication, and a commitment to helping you make confident decisions every step of the way. We have particular experience supporting families with special needs children, and we tailor our legal strategies to reflect your unique circumstances.
Together, We’re Stronger—Meet Your AZFLR Team
Your Case. Our Team. One Mission.
At AZFLR, our strength is in our team. Our attorneys, paralegals, and support staff work together to provide compassionate, strategic, and effective legal representation. With a shared commitment to client success, we bring diverse experience and a collaborative approach to every case. When you work with us, you’re backed by a team that truly cares and fights for the best possible outcome.
Whether through mediation or strong courtroom advocacy, we’re here to fight for what matters most—and we offer flexible financial options to help you move forward without added stress.
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Together, We’re Stronger—Meet Your AZFLR Team
Your Case. Our Team. One Mission.
At AZFLR, our strength is in our team. Our attorneys, paralegals, and support staff collaborate to deliver compassionate, strategic, and effective legal representation. With a shared commitment to client success, we bring diverse experience and a collaborative approach to every case. When you work with us, you’re backed by a team that genuinely cares and fights for the best possible outcome. We understand, because we have been there too.
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Guidance You Can Trust. Support You Deserve.
Whether you're facing a complex case or simply need guidance, we're here to help you move forward with clarity and strength. Contact Arizona Family Law Ranch today for a confidential consultation.
nATALIE kRAFT
Steven Cole has been my attorney for almost a year. He is amazing and I don’t know what I would do without him representing me. He’s very experienced, incredibly smart, communicative, knows how to respond to difficult opposing counsel, and stays on top of my case. He also gives me solid advice. Mr. Cole truly has all of the qualities that make an excellent attorney. I feel safe with him. As a survivor of domestic violence, safety for myself and my children means everything.
Ami Bisson
I was referred to Colleen and her team by a friend of mine. When I reached out, I was met with prompt reply and added to Colleen’s schedule immediately. As someone who has been representing herself through an entire (messy) divorce with kids, being met with kindness, understanding, and the knowledge that these women have, was something that I will forever be grateful for. Colleen and her team have come up with easy to follow outlines, that truly took so much weight off of going to trial as a self representative. I would absolutely refer any of my family or friends going through similar experiences to them.
D M
Colleen and Sharon make a great team and have been a bright light in the very dark and unjust cesspool we call the family court system of Arizona. There is a lengthy list of nasty, unethical and passive family lawyers here in the Valley, and I've been victim to four of them before finding AZ Family Law Ranch. This firm is different...If you have a family court matter, I'd highly recommend them. They are the best I've found.
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