I realized after litigating many high conflict cases that the only people benefiting were the attorneys. Families are financially, emotionally, and physically devastated by the adversarial process, with the negative impact falling most heavily on children. Meanwhile, $100,000 divorces have become the norm. As I saw firsthand how unnecessary most litigation was, it became unacceptable to continue on that path. My practice vision is of families divorcing differently than the standard litigation model. I am an advocate of peaceful, private resolution of family and family business conflicts – it’s the most humane, sensible and financially responsible way to “untie the knot."

In addition to her legal education from the University of Arizona (J.D. 1999),
Pamela Donison has the following experience and training:

• Maricopa County Superior Court Judge Pro Tem
• Parenting Coordinator (previously called Family Court Advisor) for Maricopa County Superior Court
• Trained in Collaborative Divorce
• Professional Certificate in Mediation from the University of Phoenix (2002)
• Civil litigation mediator for the Maricopa County Justice Courts
• Arbitrator of Lemon Law disputes for the Better Business Bureau
• Undergraduate degree in business management (University of Phoenix, 1988)
• Internship with the Pima County Center for Conflict Resolution (1998)

Firm Philosophy

At Donison Law Firm, we are committed to providing you with the best possible services at a time when you need it most. We are a boutique family law firm, which means that family law is our primary focus, our area of expertise, and our passion. We don’t dabble. We approach divorce as a life path transition: an opportunity for personal growth, a wake-up call to shed old patterns and adopt a new way of relating to your family, and a chance to transform yourself from who you were into who you want to be. Our holistic approach creates a space in which you can proceed and resolve issues at your own pace.

None of this comes at the expense of excellent legal advice and services. We pride ourselves on accuracy, efficiency, precise legal writing, and – always – attention to your needs and goals.

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