Atty. Scott Simonson
Scott has been with McCarthy Family Law since 2016. Before joining McCarthy Family Law, he worked as a commercial litigator, handling business and real estate matters.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Tucson, AZ · 17+ Years Experience
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About Scott Simonson at a Glance
Scott Simonson is a Managing Attorney based in Tucson, Arizona, practicing at McCarthy Law Firm, PLLC. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on divorce, family law, business, alimony, and prenup. Admitted to practice in Arizona (2009). Educated at University of Arizona (J.D., 2009) and University of California-Berkeley (M.J. University, 2001). Active member of State Bar of Arizona. Serves clients in Tucson, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Scott Simonson
- Scott has been with McCarthy Family Law since 2016
- Before joining McCarthy Family Law, he worked as a commercial litigator, handling business and real estate matters
- He’s been voted one of the top pro bono attorneys in Arizona, 2014 and Southern Arizona Legal Aid co-volunteer lawyer of the year, 2018
- Family Law Strengths & Education Scott earned his Juris Doctor Degree from the University of Arizona
- He has a master’s degree in Journalism from the University of California, Berkeley and a bachelor’s degree (summa cum laude/Phi Beta Kappa) from the University of Oregon
- Before joining McCarthy Family Law, Scott worked seven years for an Am Law 200 firm as a commercial litigator
- His practice included business governance and corporate control disputes, residential and commercial lending issues, complex discovery, and real estate litigation
Practice Areas Explained
Scott Simonson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott Simonson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tucson.
Divorce in Tucson
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Family Law in Tucson
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Business & Corporate Law in Tucson
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Alimony / Spousal Support in Tucson
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Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements in Tucson
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Tucson
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 Tucson 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.
Tucson Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tucson-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Tucson Choose Scott Simonson
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Scott Simonson's practice in the field of divorce, family law, business, alimony, and prenup.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Scott Simonson brings 17+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, family law, and business, Scott Simonson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tucson
A Tucson-based practice means Scott Simonson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Scott Simonson Handles in Tucson
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Scott Simonson has experience with under Arizona law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Scott Simonson directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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