Gillespie, Shields & Associates, the Arizona Family Law Group, has served the greater Phoenix area since 1985. We have offices conveniently located in Phoenix and Mesa. Feel free to contact us and let us know how we can help you through your current situation.
Our team of skilled professionals is ready to listen and help you resolve whatever family law issue you are facing, whether divorce, custody, adoption, relocation, domestic violence, issues involving Child Protection Services, or otherwise.
The founder, DeeAn Gillespie, leads the firm out of the Phoenix office, and is available for consultation also in the Mesa office. A certified Family Law Specialist with over twenty three years of family law practice, DeeAn understands the law, the court system, and-most importantly-people. Her great passion is to help individuals resolve problems and get a fresh start.
DeeAn is supported by a highly qualified and experienced team of attorneys whose combined law practice experience exceeds eighty years. The attorneys are supported by a skilled and courteous professional staff. Our team approach is effective and efficient. We are zealous and honest advocates, and enjoy an excellent reputation in the family law community including the family law judges. The firm often receives referrals from those who have been represented by opposing counsel.
We also leverage our efforts through our long-standing relationships with experts and professionals in matters related to custody, mental health, real estate, financial, and other matters.
To learn more about the type of representation we offer relating to divorce and family law, call us at our Phoenix location at (602) 870-9700, or at our Mesa location at (480) 985-4000, to see details on the variety of ways we can help families and individuals. We handle all kinds of family law matters from the simple to the complex.
We will take the time to thoroughly explain your rights and options so you can make the best choices for you and your family. Whether you decide to resolve your situation through discussions, negotiated settlements, or in court, we will support you and provide quality and tireless representation.
Over the years, we have represented thousands of satisfied clients who have expressed relief and appreciation for the results we have won for them.
Here's why clients hire us, and why we believe you will too!
1. We are easily accessible, even early, late, and on weekends. If your schedule requires it, we can meet early in the morning, late in the evening, and even on Saturdays. This flexibility is especially important for those with challenging schedules because of work or children. Just call us and let us know what works best for you.
2. We use a truly effective approach in having the client remain involved as part of the team. Our clients take an active role in their case. Because family law matters are fact intensive, we partner with our clients to achieve the maximum result. We know the law and you know the facts of your case. Together we achieve the best possible outcome.
3. We understand the law and the legal system. Our core focus is family law. Our attorneys are highly qualified, led by a certified Family Law Specialist. We know the law and are familiar with the courts, and understand how to get the best positive results for our clients.
4. We care about our clients. Our goal is to understand your situation and work towards the best possible results for you. One of the predominant characteristics of our firm is that we put people first, and it shows in our commitment and going the extra mile. We are in this business because we care about people and families.
5. We care about children and their best interests. We also care deeply about children and their best interests. As parents ourselves, we strongly believe that children deserve all the care and protection possible. We work hard to assure that children and their rights are protected.
6. We give effective and tenacious service to our clients. We work to minimize costs, but when your case cannot be easily solved, we will, under your direction, fight hard and use all our legal resources to win. We have no fear of the courtroom as necessary to achieve the best possible outcome.
We are not only dedicated to providing exceptional legal services, but we make quality service to our clients a top priority. We have implemented the following client service goals:
- Same day return of phone calls
- Two locations in the Valley of the Sun
- Same day consultations available
- After-hour phone access to attorneys
- Detailed monthly billing statements
- Major credit card payment options
If you need to discuss your divorce matter, or have other questions pertaining to family law, contact us at (602) 870-9700 (Phoenix), or (480) 985-4000 (Mesa) for a consultation.



