Tempe AZ Family Law | Divorce & Custody

Life in Tempe, AZ is full of energy and transition – from university life at ASU to building careers and raising families. When personal challenges like divorce or child custody issues arise amidst these busy lives, it can feel overwhelming. You need a Tempe family lawyer who not only understands the law but also understands you and the unique pressures of life in our community. Benjamin Legal, P.C. offers supportive, clear, and experienced legal guidance to help individuals and families find a positive path forward.

Led by respected Arizona attorney Lindsay E. Benjamin, our firm has proudly served the Tempe community for years. We get that family law issues here can involve everything from navigating student loans in a divorce to complex relocation questions tied to careers or education, to establishing practical parenting plans for busy households. We’re here to provide straightforward advice and strong advocacy tailored to your specific Tempe situation.

Why Benjamin Legal, P.C. is the Right Choice for Tempe Families?

We Understand Tempe Life: From ASU students and faculty needing paternity or custody guidance, to tech professionals dividing assets, to established families facing change – we’ve helped Tempe clients from all walks of life.
Clear Communication & Support: Legal processes can be confusing. We prioritize explaining things clearly, keeping you informed, and providing the compassionate support you need during stressful times. No excessive jargon, just practical advice.
Experienced Legal Guidance: With decades of combined experience focused solely on Arizona family law (including our founder’s 20+ years), we bring deep legal knowledge to your Tempe case.
Convenient Access to Courts & Our Office: Tempe’s central location means easy access to the Maricopa County Superior Court facilities where your case will be heard. Our nearby Phoenix office (4201 North 24th Street, Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ 85016) is also easy to reach from anywhere in Tempe.

Family Law Services for the Tempe Community

Benjamin Legal, P.C. offers practical legal help across all family law areas for our Tempe clients:

Tempe Divorce Lawyer Services

Guiding Tempe residents through divorce with practical advice, whether it’s an amicable split or involves complexities like dividing retirement assets, addressing student loan debt, or business interests. We are divorce lawyers serving Tempe AZ who focus on fair and efficient resolutions.

Tempe Child Custody (Legal Decision-Making & Parenting Time)

Creating realistic and enforceable child custody plans that work for Tempe families. We have experience addressing relocation issues common with university or career moves and crafting schedules that fit busy lives.

Tempe Child Support Assistance

Ensuring child support is calculated correctly under Arizona guidelines, helping establish, modify, or enforce orders to provide financial stability for children in Tempe.

Spousal Maintenance (Alimony) in Tempe

Providing clear analysis and strong advocacy regarding spousal maintenance, ensuring fair consideration of financial needs and resources for Tempe clients post-divorce.

Asset & Debt Division for Tempe Residents

Fairly dividing marital property and debts, including homes, retirement accounts, investments, and addressing unique assets or debts relevant to Tempe professionals and families.

Tempe Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements

Helping Tempe couples plan for the future and protect assets with clear, enforceable prenuptial or postnuptial agreements – smart planning at any stage of life.

Enforcement & Modification of Tempe Court Orders

Life changes. We assist Tempe clients in modifying existing custody, support, or alimony orders when circumstances warrant, or taking action to enforce compliance.

Paternity Matters in Tempe

Providing straightforward guidance for Tempe parents needing to legally establish paternity and the related parental rights and responsibilities.

Tempe Orders of Protection Guidance

Offering sensitive help for Tempe residents needing initial assistance with obtaining Orders of Protection in domestic violence situations.

Easy Access to Maricopa County Courts from Tempe

Your Tempe family law case will be handled within the Maricopa County Superior Court system. Thanks to Tempe’s central location, accessing the necessary court facilities (like those in Downtown Phoenix or Mesa) is straightforward. Our team’s familiarity with the county system helps ensure your case moves as smoothly as possible. Your Tempe family lawyer at Benjamin Legal knows how to navigate these procedures efficiently.

Tempe Family Law FAQs

How does student loan debt get divided in a Tempe divorce?

Debts incurred during the marriage, even student loans benefiting one spouse, are often considered community debt in Arizona and may be divided equitably. How it’s divided depends on the specifics, making legal advice crucial.

I need to move out of Tempe for a job/school. How does that affect child custody?

Relocating with a child usually requires court permission or the other parent’s consent if it significantly impacts their parenting time. An experienced Tempe family lawyer can help you navigate Arizona’s specific relocation laws.

Is it expensive to hire a family lawyer in Tempe?

Legal costs vary. At Benjamin Legal, we offer clear information about fees during your initial consultation. Investing in experienced legal counsel often saves money and stress in the long run by helping you avoid costly mistakes and achieve fair outcomes.

Meet Lindsay E. Benjamin – Serving the Tempe Community

Lindsay E. Benjamin, our founder, brings over 20 years of dedicated Arizona family law experience to clients across the Valley. While a Phoenix native, Lindsay and her team are deeply committed to serving the unique needs of the Tempe community. We understand the life stages and legal challenges faced by Tempe residents and provide the dedicated, knowledgeable representation needed to navigate them successfully.

Talk to Your Supportive Tempe Family Lawyer Today

Facing a family law challenge in Tempe? You don't have to go through it alone. Whether you need a Tempe family lawyer, divorce lawyer in Tempe AZ, or a family law attorney serving Tempe, reach out to Benjamin Legal, P.C. Let's talk about your situation in a confidential consultation and find a clear path forward.

Happy Clients

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★★★★★

Great experience. The firm made my divorce process as painless as possible. My lawyer Kelsey kept me informed and up to date the entire time. She answered emailed and phone calls within one business day and made me feel that they were totally in my corner. Kelsey was recommended to me, and I highly recommend her and her team!

Eric Bone

★★★★★

Kelsey was great to work with and very professional. Highly Recommended

Logan Marshall

★★★★★

It is with great honor to highly recommend Lindsay and her team to represent anyone facing challenges and or disruptions. They are extremely efficient, diligent, kind, results oriented and have a very successful track record. Kelsey is absolutely phenomenal and having Lindsay leading is pure legal perfection.

Gina A.

★★★★★

The outstanding perfection and integrity of this law firm is unprecedented. Every step of the process from the initial consultation to the court appearances was simply flawless. I cannot thank Lindsay Benjamin and Sophie Altman for guiding and educating my family through the process all the while making it easy knowing we had them by our side. I would highly recommend this law firm as they are five star attorneys that go the distance for you. We will forever be grateful to them.

Michelle Haynes

★★★★★

I’ve enjoyed working with the team from Benjamin Legal. Every person I’ve encountered is lovely and respectful. I feel confident in them and how they advocate for me and my family.

Ruthy Williams

★★★★★

I am so glad I went to Benjamin Legal! They went above and beyond to help me with my very complex custody issues. I felt that my case mattered to them and I always knew I had an amazing team in my corner! Kelsey is a superstar. Truly. I was so impressed with how prepared and dedicated she was to my case. It matters so much who you have as your attorney when it involves your kids and you are sitting in court. You will not regret going with them. They changed the lives of my family and I am forever grateful.

Tina Figgins

★★★★★

Kelsey was truly amazing. I was referred to her and since the day of my consultation she was very confident. Kelsey is effective and thorough. Her or her assistant respond back to you in a timely manner. When a phone call is needed you are scheduled and she makes the time to speak with you. She provides constant reassurance. She gives insight and guides you, but still allowing you the freedom to make your own decisions. She is caring and passionate about her work. She is confident when she speaks and regardless of the situation she is powerful and believes and wants everything you do as her client. I’m so thankful for Kelsey. I truly would not have gotten through my drama filled case without her. She has put my mind at ease numerous time and because of the trust I had in her I know she did everything she could for me and more. I’m happy with my final documents and I know that if I ever had to modify I would hire Kelsey again in a heart beat.Benjamin legal and its entirety was great and so supportive.

Mersadez Sanchez

★★★★★

It has been a pleasure working with Attorney Kelsey and her assistant. She answered every question I had and addressed all my concerns in a timely manner. As devastating as my situation was, I was thankful to have Benjamin Law by my side through it all.

Makamae Tam

★★★★★

After 12 years of a coparenting relationship, my child's father decided our long standing custody agreement did not work for him any longer, and I found myself in the beginning of a very stressful expensive dispute. I am so grateful for Sophie at Benjamin Legal. She has been so strong and powerful, she has met my nervousness and the emotional roller coaster of the loom of a custody case with compassion and a real understanding of how to meet our families needs. I hired Benjamin Legal based on a recommendation. I was admittedly worried about using Sophie on my case because Kelsey was spoken so highly of. I am also a high-strung person (especially when it comes to my kiddo) and Sophie is so calm and laid back, I was worried she wouldn't be "aggressive" enough if I am being honest. However, over the last few months she has proven me so wrong, her laid back personality shines and I love her push back in a very humble way! She can stand up for our family in such a powerful and elegant manner. She has been the calming voice within my storm. Facing up against my child's father and his "aggressive" deminer lawyer is made bearable because Sophie is in our corner. Every question I send her is met with detailed answers, and I feel she truly cares about the well-being of my kiddo. Anyway, I am so grateful for Sophie, and Greg he is wonderful too!-Bethany

bethany Draime

★★★★★

Worked with several attorney's through Benjamin Legal over a few years. They were all professional, extremely responsive, supportive and assisted me to maintain positive outlook through my legal struggles. Kelsey specifically was amazing and even an emotional support when things got difficult through my divorce. She was able to give me plenty of resources, and has always responded quickly when reaching out. I highly recommend using Benjamin Legal.

Dr. Julia Gunthner

★★★★★

I can't say enough about how incredible Sophie was during my divorce! From the moment we began working together.. she was attentive, professional, and genuinely cared about my well-being. She guided me through every step of the process with clarity and compassion, making what could have been a stressful situation feel much more manageable. Her knowledge of the law and dedication to my case was beyond impressive, and she consistently went above and beyond to get the best possible outcome for me.Sophie represented a number my friends while she was practicing in Denver, and has since moved to Phoenix. I recommend her to everyone I know, and here on Google, that anyone in the Phoenix area searching for family legal counsel through a sensitive time in your life, they can look no further than Sophie Altman at Benjamin Legal. Her expertise and support truly changed my life for the better, and I’m forever grateful to have had her by my side during such a pivotal time. Thank you Sophie!

Nicolette Doll

★★★★★

I found Kelsey through my work’s assistance program when it came to finally getting custody/legal paperwork done with my ex over our son (very drama filled situation with a lot of moving parts).I can’t say enough about her. From our consultation to moving forward with all the court/legal paperwork she was informative, confident and most importantly involved; taking and returning any of my emails/calls personally.She genuinely cared and was passionate about getting the results that I not only wanted but that she saw were clearly needed for my situation. She always had a plan B or C up her sleeve if plan A didn’t work out.Not only did we get a resolution that I was happy with, but she was also there and ready if I needed to retain her again after paperwork time frame was coming to a close (years later). Again, she was ready with a game plan if I needed her.Thank you Kelsey (again) so much for making an incredibly stressful time in my life a lot better to manage.

Lauren Smith

★★★★★

I really had a wonderful experience with Kelsey and Benjamin Legal, PC. I was ending a marriage that was the equivilent of a Lifetime Movie. Because it was a 25 year marriage, I knew I just wanted out and to do that I would have to give him half of everything. Kelsey also knew I didn't want to be vindictive or ugly and respected my wishes during the whole process. Because of my determination and Kelsey's support and guidance, our divorce was final in 2 months! They are the best at Benjamin Legal, PC.

Marjorie Darlington-Seifert

★★★★★

Such an amazing Law Group and Kelsey was phenomenal! VERY PROFESSIONAL AND CARING! Love this place and will always refer to others! Thank you so much for all you did for me and family!

Deborah Escobar

★★★★★

I recommend This law firm! Very helpful and good at what they do!

Aaron Aviles

★★★★★

I always felt that I had an entire army on my side as soon as I hired Lindsay Benjamin and her team. I could finally sleep at night. I would never consider hiring another firm.

Bhola cheema

★★★★★

I am a lawyer with over 15 years of experience, and feel confident recommending Lindsay and her team for all things family law. I regularly refer clients to her and they have all had positive experiences! I've seen all kinds of lawyers, and she is the real deal. Highly recommend!

Shayna Fernandez Watts

★★★★★

I consulted with Lindsay during my divorce mediation process and she did a great job. She is very knowledgeable and easy to communicate with. I also appreciated that she respected my desire to have as amicable a settlement as possible and tailored her advice accordingly. I highly recommend Lindsay to anyone going through a divorce.

Edward Wellman

★★★★★

My attorney had a genuine interest in what was happening in my life, rather than just seeing me as a source of dollars.

Andy Powell

★★★★★

If you need a family attorney, this is it! Kelsey was very professional, caring and understanding. Anything related to court stresses me out and gives me extreme anxiety. She went above and beyond to ensure my voice was heard. Will recommend to anyone!

Priscilla Ramirez

★★★★★

Lindsay Benjamin was extremely professional and made a very challenging time a lot easier for me to handle. She made me feel cared for and supported all the way through. Her entire team is incredible and I couldn’t recommend them more.

joshua ray

★★★★★

If you’re looking for a family law attorney in Phoenix, I highly recommend Sophie Altman at Benjamin Legal. Sophie is an amazing attorney and advocate. She listens to your case and makes you feel heard while also ensuring you have the best representation possible. I couldn’t recommend her enough!

Alicia Garcia

★★★★★

Kelsey was great and helped out tremendously

Daniel Evans

★★★★★

I cannot recommend Sophie highly enough for her exceptional legal support during my custody battle and child support case. She took the time to listen to my concerns and I felt heard and supported throughout the entire process. I appreciated her responsiveness and willingness to answer any questions I had, no matter how small. She made a challenging experience much more manageable, and I am incredibly grateful for her support.

Andre M

★★★★★

Highly recommend Sophie for divorce/family law matters. She is my go-to resource for such matters in Arizona due to her experience and competence, as well as her respectful demeanor and kindness.

Kate Mailliard

★★★★★

Kelsey was very helpful and patient with my case. Always answered my questions and gave me details of the process. Very understanding and still continue to reach out to her for questions and concerns.

Nallely Cruz

★★★★★

Kelsey Nordahl at Benjamin Legal was an incredible help with my family court case. She went above and beyond to make sure I understood everything and to ensure a successful outcome in my case. I couldn't be happier with her services!

J T

★★★★★

Great team! Very helpful with all my question. They are worth every penny. Kelsey was amazing and professional.

Eduardo Ceja

★★★★★

Sophie did an great job during my husband Brian Honaker's case. He had a case involving his ex wife. Sophie was always prepared and helpful. Her responses to the court and other counsel were well written. Her calm demeanor was helpful during the court case.

Carrie Forney

★★★★★

Kelsey Nordahl was amazing both times she represented me in family court. She was amazing and gave 120% to my case. I would recommend her or anyone else within the firm to represent your case. Thank you Kelsey Nordahl and to the Benjamin Legal team for all you help me through.

Robert Brier

★★★★★

It was so nice working with Benjamin Legal. While going through a difficult time in my life, Ms. Benjamin and all her staff were so kind and professional.

Jennifer Morris

★★★★★

My first recommendation for my clients who also need help in prenups, divorce and child custody. Handling cases with legal prowess and empathy, this firm changes the game.

John Christian Oyas

★★★★★

Just wanted to say thank you to Kelsey over at Benjamin legal for helping me with my divorce. Going into this I didn’t know what to expect and she was very helpful and gave me reassurance that everything will work out. I’ve recommended 2 others to her. I will continue to keep giving recommendations.

Randy Carroll

★★★★★

Going through a divorce is stressful, but Lindsay Benjamin made the process as painless as possible. She was always available to answer my questions and set my mind at ease. She made sure my kids and I were protected throughout the whole ordeal, and I was quite pleased with the outcome. I would absolutely recommend Lindsay and her colleagues

Spencer Greene

★★★★★

Lindsay assisted me with my divorce in 2022. Lindsay and her team were a pleasure to deal with and made a difficult situation very manageable. They were also very efficient in brining the process to a close. I would highly recommend her and her team!!

Ray Wiegand

★★★★★

I highly recommend Benjamin Legal, especially Sophie Altman. If you are living in AZ and need to talk to a family law attorney, she’s the one for you. She is a fantastic divorce attorney, both inside and outside the court room and can also help with marriage contracts like prenups. She’s extremely knowledgeable on all topics of family law. On top of being a great attorney, she’s very easy to talk to, is committed to her clients and makes you feel understood!

Natalie Stanley

★★★★★

This law firm handled my divorce/child custody case and was excellent. I mostly worked with Sophie. All the staff were professional and knowledgeable. Their support staff, especially Greg who I spoke with quite a bit, was very kind and empathetic and took the time I needed to help me work through my situation. Highly recommend and thankful.

Melody Klar

★★★★★

Exellent experience and results. Very professional and incredibly knowledgeable.

Allison

★★★★★

The firm was outstanding! We used Kelsey Nordahl and she was fantastic. She was very thorough, knowledgeable on the laws and provided our options. We had a positive outcome and I refer anyone who needs family law to her.