Mesa Divorce Attorney Mary Ann Hess
"Divorce with Respect" is not a slogan — it is an effective legal strategy for
future-focused men and women who can see the big picture and rise above petty issues, in pursuit of a better
life.
For more than 20 years, Phoenix and Mesa divorce and family law attorney Mary Ann Hess has effectively
represented clients whose overarching objective is to put their failed marriage behind them and achieve negotiated, out-of-court resolution of their financial, parental and property issues.
With her direct, no-nonsense approach, attorney Mary Ann can help you:
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understand your legal options,
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make informed, well-conceived decisions,
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avoid costly and unproductive legal maneuvering
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utilize strategies designed to allow you – not the courts – to
determine your future
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gain a measure of cost certainty through a variety of
legal fee options.
Mary Ann is committed to understanding your
needs and to keeping you informed during each step of the process. You can rely
on her for responsiveness, clear communication, direct answers and supportive
guidance, and for dedicated and loyal advocacy on your behalf.
You would also benefit from her experience in the
mediation of divorce-related disputes
and in assisting divorcing parents of minor children as a
Parenting Coordinator. Also, for persons who are contemplating marriage, Mary Ann
can assist in the preparation of a premarital or
cohabitation agreement, to spell out the parties' wishes and expectations in
case of a breakup.
Family Law Litigation
For marital situations in which Collaborative Divorce (more
below)
is not an option, Mary Ann is fully experienced in all major
aspects of family law, including:
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Divorce
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Paternity
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Property division
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Child custody and visitation
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Child support
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Spousal maintenance (alimony)
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Post-decree modifications
Mary Ann's family law practice includes
Collaborative Divorce, an innovative
legal discipline designed to produce peaceful, client-directed solutions
to the most difficult legal and emotional challenge that you may ever
encounter. Collaborative divorce is a way for a divorcing couple in Arizona and
other states to work as a team with their attorney and other trained professionals to resolve disputes
respectfully, without going to court. Each party has the support, protection and
guidance of his or her own attorney. But the attorneys, instead of going to battle
against each other, pledge to work together in crafting an outcome that is fair
to all.