DM Cantor’s Family Law Practice Attorneys
DM Cantor’s Family Law Practice Attorneys
DM Cantor’s Family Law Practice is made up of highly accomplished and well-respected attorneys who represent clients from all walks of life throughout Arizona and across the nation. We are dedicated to securing the best possible results for our Family Law clients.
Our firm has earned an outstanding reputation within the legal community for our integrity, professionalism, and relentless pursuit of success. While many firms claim to be aggressive, few truly follow through. At DM Cantor Family Law Practice, we stand by our motto: The Pinnacle of Representation!
With more than 200 jury trials handled and over 150 years of combined legal experience, our attorneys bring unmatched knowledge and expertise to every case. Backed by a highly skilled team of paralegals, investigators, and law clerks, we have the resources and determination to thoroughly research, investigate, and litigate every aspect of your Family Law matter. No matter the complexity of your case, we are prepared to fight for the best outcome – and we are ready to help you today.
5 Board Certified Family Law Specialists – the most of any Law Firm in Arizona!
We represent both men and women in divorce cases – with or without children- and handle a wide range of Family Law matters, including post-judgment modifications, child support disputes, grandparents’ rights, and many others. Whatever your situation, you can count on DM Cantor’s Family Law Practice to provide the aggressive representation and unwavering support you deserve.
Some of DM Cantor’s High-Profile cases include:
- Chandler “SWAT” case: This highly publicized incident in February 2019, where Chandler police used forced entry, with guns drawn, into a Mother’s house to remove her sick 2-year-old son and his siblings. We succeeded in having the Children returned to the Parents’ care, and the Department of Child Safety case was Dismissed without any finding of Abuse or Neglect. Our Managing Family Law Partner, Nicholas Boca, was subsequently featured on the T.V. show Inside Edition.
- Brittney Griner: WNBA Basketball player for the Phoenix Mercury regarding a high-profile criminal allegation which resulted in a subsequent Divorce and Child Support case.
- Thomas Beatie: The successful Reversal of a Ruling regarding the internationally famous “Pregnant Man”, who was being denied a Divorce and equitable Child Custody by a Judge who had erroneously held that a Transgender male’s marriage to a woman was an Illegal Same-Sex Marriage. Our Founding Partner, David Cantor, along with Thomas Beatie, subsequently appeared on the T.V. show Anderson Cooper Live!
- In re marriage of Mr. C. and Mrs. C.: Successfully secured a settlement in which the opposing party received only $6.9M of a $34M estate, after requesting half of the total estate’s value.
- In re marriage of Mr. D. and Mrs. D.: Achieved a $5 million non-modifiable Spousal Maintenance award for our client, complementing a large asset distribution.
- Jason Beck: The high-profile “Turn-Down” of Homicide Charges against a Peoria man who was being falsely accused of pushing his estranged wife out of a moving vehicle, which resulted in her death. The Child was returned home to Mr. Beck, and the Department of Child Safety case was closed. This case was featured on the front page of the Arizona Republic, and on all local T.V. news Channels.
- In re marriage of Mr. L. and Mrs. L.: Successfully secured a $3 million “Waste Claim” for our client, the wife, in addition to a substantial Spousal Maintenance award.
- Antonetti v. Westerhausen: In this significant Published Legal Decision, we prevailed in a complex family law matter involving a UCCJEA (Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act) issue, where the Court had to determine the appropriate jurisdiction for a Child Custody dispute across multiple states, and Tunisia.
- In re the matter of J.K. v. S.B.: After contentious litigation, we successfully combated false allegations of Sexual Abuse with an award of Joint Legal Decision-Making Authority and Equal Parenting Time, with an award of attorney’s fees in our client’s favor.
- A.T. Administrative Appeal Win: After years of investigation, the Department of Child Safety erroneously substantiated allegations of Abuse and Neglect against a licensed nurse of nearly 20 years. When then overcame the state’s very low legal burden of “Probable Cause” to prove that there was No Abuse or Neglect, protecting this nurse’s license and livelihood.
- Dr. Nancy Lee: The high-profile “Turn-Down” of First-Degree Murder Charges against a Scottsdale woman falsely accused of shooting her husband 3 times while he lay in bed, and instead having the death ruled as a suicide. Our Managing Family Law partner, Nicholas Boca, deposed the Lead Investigating Detective, which led to the Prosecution’s Declining Charges. This case was featured on the front page of Arizona Republic, and on all local T.V. Channels.
★ Certified Family Law Specialist – Arizona Board of Legal Specialization
★★ Certified Criminal Law Specialist – Arizona Board of Legal Specialization
¹ Former Judge Pro Tem – Superior Court – Maricopa County
About David M. Cantor* (Juris Doctor)
- High Profile Jury Trials covered live by NBC, ABC, CBS, and FOX TV News along with KTAR and KFYI Radio
- Member: Arizona State Bar; District Court of Arizona; U.S. Supreme Court; AZ Trial Lawyers Association; Association of Trial Lawyers of America
- Past Legal Commentator for NBC Channel 12, CBS Channel 5, ABC Channel 3, FOX Channel 10 and KTAR and KFYI Radio and often quoted in The Arizona Republic and East Valley Tribune
- Featured on Hannity and Colmes, the CBS Early Show in New York, Inside Edition and FOX Newsmaker Sunday.
- Listed in the 2007 and 2019 Southwest Super Lawyers edition
- Rated Top 10 Attorney by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys
- Assistant Chaparral High School Wrestling Coach
- Board Member ASU Sun Devil Wrestling
- Past Board Member of Home Base
- Co-Founder of Firebird Wrestling Club
- Firm has received the highest possible rating, “AV”® by Martindale-Hubbell ®!
- Firm listed in the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers ®, (Family Law).
- Free Initial Consultation
- 24 Hour Emergency Service
* David Michael Cantor is also a member of DM Cantor Criminal Law Practice. (a separate and distinctive law firm which specializes in Criminal Law).
DM Cantor’s Family Law Practice is a full service Family Law firm who will commit all necessary resources to fight for your rights in a divorce or other family law matter. Your questions and concerns are very important to us. We promise that we will respond immediately to any emergency phone calls 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Athletes, Sports Agents, and Athletic Organizations
Attention Athletes, Sports Agents, and Athletic Organizations: DM Cantor has represented past and present professional and amateur athletes, coaches, referees, and/or their family members from the following teams and organizations:
NFL:
- Arizona Cardinals
- Detroit Lions
- Houston Oilers
- Houston Texans
- Jacksonville Jaguars
- Kansas City Chiefs
- New Orleans Saints
- Philadelphia Eagles
- San Francisco 49ers
- Tennessee Titans
NBA:
- New Jersey Nets
- New Orleans Pelicans
- Phoenix Suns
WNBA:
- Atlanta Dream
- Phoenix Mercury
NCAA:
- Arizona State University
- University of Arizona
- Northern Arizona University
MLB:
- Anaheim Angels
- Atlanta Braves
- Arizona Diamondbacks
- Boston Red Sox
- Cincinnati Reds
- Chicago Cubs
- Chicago White Sox
- Cleveland Indians
- Colorado Rockies
- Detroit Tigers
- Florida Marlins
- Houston Astros
- Kansas City Royals
- Los Angeles Angels
- Milwaukee Brewers
- Minnesota Twins
- New York Mets
- New York Yankees
- Philadelphia Phillies
- St. Louis Cardinals
- Texas Rangers
USA Olympic Team Members:
- Wrestling
- Swimming
- Basketball
- Baseball
Canadian Olympic Team Members:
- Wrestling
- Swimming
NHL:
- Phoenix Coyotes
CFL:
- Toronto Argonauts
MLS:
- Atlanta United F.C.
- Real Salt Lake
PGA Members
Indy Car Series Driver
NASCAR Series Driver
Experience & Reputation From our Phoenix Divorce Attorneys
When choosing a divorce or family law attorney, it’s essential to consider their reputation and credentials. You can review an attorney or law firm’s standing through the State Bar of Arizona and trusted review platforms. At DM Cantor’s Family Law Practice, we are proud to hold a 10.0 Avvo® Rating, along with recognition from Martindale-Hubbell®, Super Lawyers®, Lawyers.com®, Best Lawyers in America®, and other respected organizations. These honors reflect the consistent quality of our representation.
When meeting with a Divorce Attorney or Child Custody Attorney for a consultation, come prepared with questions to evaluate their knowledge, communication skills, and—most importantly—whether you feel confident trusting them to represent you in court.
Family law cases can take time to resolve, and it’s crucial to work with an attorney you can rely on throughout the process. Arizona families trust our divorce lawyers to guide them through the challenges of separation, divorce, and child custody matters with professionalism, skill, and compassion.
Contact our AZ Family Law Lawyers today by calling (602) 254-8880 to learn more about your case. You can also schedule a Free, Confidential Consultation by filling out our online contact form below to speak with a Phoenix Child Custody Lawyer, Divorce Lawyer, or Family Lawyer. A DM Cantor Family Law Practice Lawyer for Family Law can help you with your case with their extensive legal experience. Our Experienced Attorneys will work hard for your case.
EXCELLENT Based on 391 reviews Posted on matt harrellTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jason Karpel at DM assigned his team of David Campbell and Leah Dodd, which did an amazing job, being very attentive and making themselves available anytime we needed a conversation. This team worked out everything I needed and highly recommend this firm for anything !!! Thank you DM Cantor Team !Posted on Paul ZellnerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great lawyers!!!Posted on SebTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The legal team at DM Cantor is absolutely phenomenal. They helped me win my case and made me feel at home throughout the whole process. I am extremely grateful I chose DM Cantor for legal help, and I cannot recommend them enough!Posted on Adam FloodTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic office, clean, and amazing artwork. Plus final boss sour!Posted on Kevin McDermottTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I worked with Nick Boca and Robyn McCraw. I felt I was in the best of hands from the beginning. They were clear and upfront at all times with their communication and instruction. Any divorce is a difficult time, and Nick and Robyn understand that. Their compassion for my situation and professionalism in how they handled my case stood out the most. I would highly recommend their services to anyone going through a difficult divorce. KMPosted on PeggyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Cantor Law Group came as a recommendation from a family friend, and I am so grateful that this led me to speak with Nicholas Boca. Nik represented me in a complicated divorce which detailed a substantial claim of waste that spanned my 25-year marriage. He was very straightforward and honest and worked purposefully on my behalf at all times. He was empathetic to my situation and found ways to navigate difficult challenges unique to my case. Perhaps most importantly, he understood the importance of bringing closure to my situation and did his best to avoid unnecessary legal expenses. His methods to find resolution required wisdom and experienced practice of law. My heartfelt gratitude also extends to Robyn and Amanda. This was a team effort. Amanda’s knowledge of law, Robyn’s organizational skills and instinctive nature were invaluable. My “team” at Cantor Law Group cared. My case mattered, I mattered, my family mattered. From the front desk to the billing department, everyone handled my inquiries and needs without delay. Each person I interacted with seemed to know me personally and I felt reassured they were all working together to achieve the best possible outcome. Cantor Law Group has an excellent reputation amongst the experts. It was extremely reassuring knowing that the work ethic and professionalism of Cantor Law Group is respected by both the experts and the court. I would HIGHLY recommend Cantor Law group.Posted on Ayoub AbouriTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Met with Jason for a consultation. He was very honest and upfront. I appreciate the advice and information. I’m very happy I came in and even though I did not hire them I highly recommend them.Posted on Mike LaForestTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. All the attorneys are exceptional and they all work collaboratively on your case. While I worked closely with David, the other attorney's where always up to date and provided unparalleled guidance. Bottom line, they are a cut above and they deliver. You get what you pay for. If it matters, talk to DM Cantor.
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