Overview

Stephen Smith and Jennifer Gadow are Family Law Specialists certified by the Arizona State Bar Board of Legal Specialization. The firm is AV Rated which is the highest rating available by Martindale-Hubbell for ethical standards and legal ability. Martindale-Hubbell bases these AV Ratings on performance in five key areas, rated on a scale of 1 to 5 (with 1 being the lowest and 5 being the highest). These areas are:

  • Legal Knowledge – Lawyer’s familiarity with the laws governing his/her specific area of practice(s)
  • Analytical Capabilities – Lawyer’s creativity in analyzing legal issues and applying technical knowledge
  • Judgment – Lawyer’s demonstration of the salient factors that drive the outcome of a given case or issue.
  • Communication Ability – Lawyer’s capability to communicate persuasively and credibly
  • Legal Experience – Lawyer’s degree of experience in his/her specific area of practice(s)
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    Practice Areas:
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    Best Lawyers Recognized:
    3

    Rankings

    Regional

    Phoenix

    Tier
    1
    Phoenix
    Family Law
    Tier
    2
    Phoenix
    Family Law Mediation

    About Our Clients

    STILLMAN SMITH GADOW represents all manner of clients in relation to family law matters. The firm does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, or national and ethnic origin.

    Rankings

    Regional

    Phoenix

    Tier
    1
    Phoenix
    Family Law
    Tier
    2
    Phoenix
    Family Law Mediation

    Practice Areas

    Stillman Smith Gadow has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 2 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
    Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
    • Appellate Practice
      Family law appeals.
    • Family Law
      Prenuptial agreements; Postnuptial agreements; Divorce litigation, incl. equitable division of community property and debts (real estate, private/closely held business interests, liquid assets, retirement, personal property, etc.); marital waste; legal decision-making and parenting-time; child support; spousal maintenance; attorney fees.  
    • Family Law Arbitration
    • Family Law Mediation

    Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

    Stillman Smith Gadow proudly has 3 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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    Offices & Contacts

    Phoenix, AZ
    2201 East Camelback Road, Suite 650
    Phoenix, AZ 85016
    United States
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