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Rita E. Desoto is a family law attorney based in Phoenix, Arizona. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1991) and Arizona (1998). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1991) and Bard College B.A. (—). Serves clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Rita E. Desoto is a lawyer practicing family
- Rita received a B.A. degree from Bard College, and has been licensed for 35 years
- Rita practices in Phoenix, AZ
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Why local counsel matters in Arizona
Practicing law in Arizona. Legal matters in Arizona are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Phoenix are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Arizona state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Arizona brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Arizona courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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