Arizona’s
Legal Paraprofessional Solutions
your affordable alternative offering the same quality service and experience as a family law attorney.
WELCOME TO DE NOVO LAW
The words De Novo is Latin meaning “from the new,” or “as if from the first time.” We chose this name because, for the first time ever, the Arizona Supreme Court has allowed non-lawyers to obtain a license by the Arizona State Bar to practice law in certain areas.
This newly formed classification is known as a licensed Legal Paraprofessional, or LP for short. Mrs. Stephanie Villalobos is Arizona’s VERY FIRST licensed Legal Paraprofessional! This incredible accomplishment allows De Novo Law, LLC to have roles in legal practice similar to the roles performed by nurse practitioners in medicine. LPs can offer full legal services in administrative, criminal, civil, and family law matters with very few restrictions. Ms. Villalobos currently practices solely in the area of family law.
Much like an Arizona family law attorney or divorce lawyer, a legal paraprofessional can handle, and fully represent, clients in almost all of the same family law practice areas. The significant difference is that an LP can be much more affordable!
De Novo Law
Areas of
Family Law We Serve
Divorce & Separation
De Novo Law offers the same high-quality legal representation and decades of experience as the top Arizona divorce lawyer but does so at a much more affordable rate.
Child Support
Stephanie Villalobos, LP, is a highly respected legal paraprofessional with decades of experience in dealing with establishing and modifying child support matters.
Same-sex Family Law
De Novo Law can represent you in multiple same-sex family law matters, including divorce, child custody, spousal maintenance, child support, and property division.
Child Custody
Legal paraprofessionals are a more affordable option than retaining a child custody attorney and have years of experience working in the area of family law.
Spousal Support
If spousal maintenance might be an issue in your divorce, Stephanie Villalobos, LP can help you understand whether you might be ordered to pay it or what you could be eligible to receive.
Grandparents Rights
Mrs. Villalobos can help you to gather the necessary evidence and file court documents to establish your rights as a grandparent, including custody or visitation.
HELPFUL ARTICLES
Is My Common Law Marriage Valid in Arizona?
Common law marriage is a concept that has been around for centuries and continues to be a topic of interest in family law. In Arizona, however, common law marriage is not recognized, which can lead to some unique legal challenges for couples who consider themselves to be husband and wife without a formal marriage certificate.
Whether it’s understanding the legal implications of not being recognized as a married couple in the eyes of the state or seeking affordable legal services to protect each other’s rights and assets from a common law marriage originating in another state, a legal paraprofessional can provide much-needed guidance and support.
How Do Community Property Laws Affect Property Division in Arizona
Arizona is a community property state, which means that all property and debts acquired during a marriage are considered community property and are subject to division in the event of a divorce. However, there are certain assets that may be considered separate property, such as inheritances or gifts received by one spouse. When going through a divorce in Arizona, it is important to understand the complexities of property division in order to ensure a fair and equitable distribution of assets.
What is Divorce by Default in Arizona Family Law
When going through a divorce in Arizona, the process can become more complicated if one party fails to respond or participate in the proceedings. This can lead to what is known as a Divorce by Default. If your spouse fails to file a response to your divorce application and affidavit of default, you may be able to move forward with the divorce without their participation.
In the state of Arizona, default divorce decrees can be obtained through a legal process that involves requesting a default hearing. However, handling the legal complexities of default divorces can be overwhelming and confusing. This is where a family law legal paraprofessional, such as De Novo Law, can help.
Affordable and Experienced Family Law Legal Services
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(480) 725-2200
De Novo Law, LLC
4140 E. Baseline Rd.,
Suite 101
Mesa, AZ 85206
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