Steven M. Ellsworth is the Founding and Managing Partner of Ellsworth Family Law, P.C., where he focuses exclusively on family law matters. Practicing since 1989, he brings over 35 years of legal experience to clients throughout Mesa and the greater Phoenix area. A graduate cum laude from the J. Reuben Clark Law School at Brigham Young University,
Mr. Ellsworth is a Certified Family Law Specialist by the State Bar of Arizona. He is also a Fellow of both the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and the International Academy of Family Lawyers. In addition to his practice, he serves as a Judge Pro Tem in the Family Law Division of the Maricopa County Superior Court and frequently lectures at continuing legal education programs.
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This morning, the United States Supreme Court legalized same sex marriage in all 50…
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Steven M. Ellsworth, a Certified Family Law Specialist in Mesa, has recently been elected…
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Ellsworth Family Law, P.C. has moved across the hall! Though our journey was short,…
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A U.S. District judge issued a ruling on Friday, October 17, 2014, overturning Arizona’s…
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Following up from the last post, I’ll address the common questions I hear from…
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Signing a disclaimer deed on a house purchased during the marriage can have dire,…
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The short answer-yes and no. If you are covered by your spouse’s insurance at…
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Steven M. Ellsworth This certified family law specialist brings nearly 25 years of professional…
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Most often disagreement over visitation is not addressed until there is inadequate time for…
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As a Family Law Specialist, I am frequently asked “What do I do to…
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When it is time for you to terminate your marriage, it is best to…