About Nirenstein Garnice Soderquist, PLC

Nirenstein Garnice Soderquist PLC is an Arizona divorce and family law firm. Our hard-earned and highly respected reputation is built on years of practicing at the highest level of skill, compassion, integrity and versatility. Our partners and associate attorneys represent clients in diverse matters from divorce and child custody disputes to complex business litigation in the context of a divorce case to mediation or litigation and all associated facets of law.

With an intensely guarded reputation of excellence and track record of success Nirenstein Garnice Soderquist PLC has earned the respect and admiration of colleagues and opposing counsel alike. This prestige and standing in the legal community has positioned our firm to attract the brightest legal talent to best server our client's needs.

OUR PHILOSOPHY

We believe our clients are best served by a progressive "team representation" approach that emphasizes creative use of intellectual, persuasive and technical acumen. Depth and diversity in our attorney talent allow us to match your needs with the most skilled individual representation while also providing the benefits of the entire teams collective capabilities.

To ensure the most successful resolution for each client, Nirenstein Garnice Soderquist PLC collaborates closely with other professionals - including family therapists, counselors, corporate and financial advisors and clergy. This inclusive extension of our comprehensive team approach supports unique strategies that better meet each client's unique needs.

OUR COMMITTMENT

Your cause is our commitment. Every Nirenstein Garnice Soderquist LLP attorney is dedicated to tireless advocacy, reasoned decision-making and effective implementation of superior strategy and sophisticated techniques.

Every effort is made to achieve a successful resolution outside the courtroom. However, our attorneys will confidently step before the Bench to challenge opposing counsel - and judges - when doing so is in your best interest. In every circumstance we will passionately champion your rights.

Part of our role is to cut through the jargon, answer questions and clarify complex issues. We provide thoughtful counsel that allows you to make decisions with confidence while actively participating in the resolution of your case. We devote maximum effort to achieve maximum results while always striving to deliver in an optimum, timely, cost-efficient and practical manner.

OUR VALUES

We realize our clients have come to us to assist them in resolving delicate matters. That's why every case - every issue - is addressed with understanding and sensitivity.

We never forget that our clients are people who deserve dignity, respect and compassion.

We're mindful that those on the opposite side of the negotiating table - or the courtroom - may often be friends or family whom you never imagined you'd be speaking to through an attorney.

We respect the bonds of family and understand that disputes between siblings, parents and children, in-laws or other relatives require firm resolve tempered by delicate diplomacy if there is to be hope of maintaining or repairing familial harmony.

We understand that clients with children can never lose sight of the need to maintain their ability to collaborate with the other parent - now and throughout their lives.

We believe a strategic understanding of the law leads to new possibilities and innovative ways of helping clients minimize risk while maximizing progress toward their goals.

We believe each and every client has the justified expectation of our fullest commitment and resolve focused on achieving the broadest positive outcome on their behalf.

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Victor A. Garnice

Victor 1.jpgVictor A. Garnice joined Nirenstein Garnice Soderquist, PLC after 24 years in private practice where he primarily focused on representing clients in divorce and family law matters.

One of Mr. Garnice's greatest strengths lies in his ability to provide sound and up-to-date advice in the area of multi-state custody litigation regarding jurisdictional issues. He is also an involved and passionate advocate for his clients and often is well-known for his creative approach to solving legal situations that are potential quagmires for many other family law attorneys.

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Email: v.garnice@ngslaw.com

Alexander D. Nirenstein

Alexander_Nirenstein.JPGAlexander Nirenstein brings more than 18 years of legal experience to his position as Nirenstein Garnice Soderquist, PLC's Managing Member. He is responsible for the supervision of Nirenstein Garnice Soderquist's business operations, and in addition to his business management role, actively participates by providing strategic counsel in complex and highly contentious litigated cases.

Prior to founding Nirenstein Garnice Soderquist, PLC, Mr. Nirenstein served as Managing Attorney of a multi-state family law firm in its Phoenix-based office. Mr. Nirenstein has represented many diverse and high-profile clients when associated with one of the most well-regarded family law and domestic relations practices in the country.

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Email: a.nirenstein@ngslaw.com

Carol A. Soderquist

Carol_Soderquist.JPGCarol A. Soderquist devotes her practice to representing clients in family law matters, with an emphasis on guardianship/conservatorship related issues, mental health and elder law, and adoption.

Ms. Soderquist also leads the Nirenstein Garnice Soderquist's department regarding the representation of private fiduciaries in various capacities, including probate matters.




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Email: c.soderquist@ngslaw.com

Leslie A. W. Satterlee

Leslie A. W. Satterlee has experience in representing a diverse clientele in all family law cases, including handling specific matters involving divorce, custody, relocation, paternity, spousal maintenance, property division, post-decree modification, military family law issues and appeals. Her ability to think creatively to solve complex family law issues enables her to negotiate settlements in even the most contested cases.

Ms. Satterlee received her Juris Doctor, cum laude, from the Sandra Day O'Connor School of Law at Arizona State University. Ms. Satterlee was also a Senior Editor for Jurimetrics, the ABA Journal for Law, Science, and Technology. Ms. Satterlee received her Bachelor of Science in Economics, summa cum laude, from the Barrett Honors College at Arizona State University.

Ms. Satterlee's goal is to ensure all clients get the personalized attention they need to help them transition to a brighter future.

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Email: l.satterlee@ngslaw.com.

Rachel R. James

With a history of excellence in cases involving complicated custody and parenting time issues, Rachel R. James has represented clients in almost every area of family law, including custody, paternity, spousal maintenance, property division, post-decree modification, orders of protection, prenuptial agreements and family law appeals. She also represents clients in the areas of third-party custody involving grandparent rights and in loco parentis matters.

Admitted to practice law in Arizona, California and the United States District Court for the Southern District of California, Ms. James is an active member of the Maricopa County Bar Association, American Bar Association and Association of Family and Conciliation Courts.

Ms. James received her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Iowa and her Juris Doctor, Cum Laude, from California Western School of Law in San Diego, California. Ms. James has resided in the State of Arizona for four years.

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Email: r.james@ngslaw.com.

Brian D. Carroll

Brian D. Carroll - Arizona Divorce Lawyer

Brian D. Carroll has been with the firm since 2007, first as a law clerk, and now as an associate attorney. He has experience representing clients at both the trial and appellate levels. Mr. Carroll maintains an intricate understanding of the jurisdictional and procedural aspects of litigation that enhance his ability to customize a strategy for each case. Mr. Carroll also plays an integral part when it comes to legal research, a skill at which he is extremely adept.

Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Carroll gained a unique perspective into the practice of family law as a judicial extern assigned to a judge on the family law bench at Maricopa County Superior Court.

Mr. Carroll received his Bachelor of Arts from University of Arizona in 2004 and his Juris Doctor from Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law in 2008. Admitted to the practice of law in Arizona, Mr. Carroll is also a member of the American Bar Association.

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Email: b.carroll@ngslaw.net