Glossary of Legal Terms & Definitions

- Oath A solemn pledge by someone that a statement is true or that written documents are true/correct.
- Objection A challenge by an attorney of a statement or question made at trial that a judge must decide whether to allow or overrule.
- Opinion The written explanation of the court’s final decision on a case. When multiple judges hear a case, they can write a concurring opinion agreeing with the result or they can write a dissenting opinion disagreeing with it.
- Oral Argument An opportunity for a party or their attorney to appear before the court to present their argument and answer any questions.
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“Exceptional customer service”
Thank you Juanita for your professionalism, knowledge & exceptional customer service. I highly recommend and greatly appreciate it.
LeVonn Vonni Salas - Google Review

“His knowledge and client-centered approach had a significant positive influence”
Tim’s commitment to my case was demonstrated by his timely responses and attention to detail. Thanks to Tim, I felt secure and equipped to handle the difficulties of my child support case. His knowledge and client-centered approach had a significant positive influence, providing the greatest possible conclusion for my family and me.
Merlene - Avvo Review

“They took care of me every step of the way.”
CHM really came through for me when I needed it most, they took care of me every step of the way. Jessica Hernandez was amazing, highly recommend using them for your car accident needs.
Marcos Cabanas - Google Review

“He was very helpful and made my experience amazing”
My experience with CHM was great. Highly Recommend them for your services. Darin was very helpful and made my experience amazing.
Cassandra R - Google Review

“She is unmatched along with her overall professionalism”
Lauren Bostick is the absolute best! She represented me in a divorce/custody case where I was treated with more kindness, empathy, and understanding than you could ever imagine when dealing with such a difficult time in my life! She brought an abundance of knowledge and expertise that I found to be unmatched along with an overall professionalism in the courtroom that put my mind at ease each time I was faced with having to be there! I’m so grateful for everything she did, and I recommend her at every opportunity I can!
Jennifer Stevens - Google Review

“He has my respect as an attorney and being a well rounded representer”
I honestly just want to let it be known to any and everyone looking for an attorney on a case. Whether it be Dui, possession, or your every day to day traffic violations where you need representation Tim Hintze is your man. You have to respect a man that listens to every per request that you make on a case and he gets in there and get it done. Tim has my respect as an attorney and being a well rounded representer. From him being honest on the possibility and options for your case to him being easy to work and communicate with via over the phone or face to face Mr. Hintze is working it out.
Ben - Avvo Review

“Extremely professional compassionate and knowledgeable.”
David has been extremely professional compassionate and knowledgeable. He exhibited immediate and genuine concern for securing the most favorable outcome I could get. I couldn’t ask for more. Thank you
Jerry - Avvo Review

“When you run into an issue in life he is the right person to call”
I hired David Maletta and it was the best decision of my life. His knowledge, genuine interest, overall attitude, and ability to connect with people is incomparable. I could talk about all of this at length. I COULD do all of that, but that wouldn’t do David justice. He first and foremost demonstrates his interest and genuine care for his client. Being in uncharted territory with a criminal charge and nowhere to turn, David’s presence and personality put all nerves at ease. I went through a jury trial with David beside me. The trial ran 3 days and I spent a significant amount of time with David one-on-one. During this stressful time, he wanted to hear my input and thoughts on everything. David was incredible from the first day I met him. Not only is he a great attorney, he is a great person who cares about people and finds justice for his clients. He connects to the human side of people. I can’t put into words how much David cares about the individual in a case. When it comes to the courtroom, there is NOBODY I would rather have defending me than David. Simply put, David gets it on not only the legal side, but the human side. It is rare to find an attorney who cares about you as much as David does. When you run into an issue in life David Maletta is who to call
Jacob - Avvo Review

“She is very knowledgeable and is there with you through the whole process”
It was a pleasure working with Juanita Peña, she is very knowledgeable and is there with you through the whole process. Excellent customer service. I will be referring my family and friends.
Veronica Navarro - Google Review

“He is the best he got all the charges dropped”
I was assaulted by two drunk bigots who threw anti semitic slurs at me outside of my favorite restaurant. Im 5’8 158 pounds the main guy “William” who assaulted me is 6’2 205 pounds and tattooed up but falsely claimed I hit him so hard his face was swollen up to the point where he couldn’t work for a month and was seeking $7348 in damages. A false police report was filed against me and William’s best friend Taylor who also assaulted me corroborated the bs story to the best of his ability. For a while I lost my faith in humanity because I was being charged with assault for self defense by the state of Arizona. Rather than pay off William with a misdemeanor compromise I did something he didn’t expect and hired David. In court David proved to the judge that William and Taylor were lying through cross examination he found four cases where they contradicted each other or changed their stories. David also brought up police body camera footage of a civilian explaining what happened which was a completely different story than what William and Taylor had told police, the look on the prosecutors face was priceless. If found guilty I would have a criminal record for the rest of my life and probably lose my real estate license so it meant the world to me that David got all the charges dropped.
Michael - Avvo Review

“She exhibited remarkable attention to detail”
I recently engaged the legal services of Attorney Lauren Bostick to finalize my divorce, and I am compelled to share my experience as it was truly exceptional. Going through a divorce is undoubtedly a challenging and emotionally taxing process, but Lauren navigated me through it with professionalism, compassion, and unwavering dedication. From our initial consultation, it was evident that Lauren possessed a deep understanding of family law and a genuine commitment to helping clients through difficult transitions. Lauren exhibited remarkable attention to detail, ensuring that every aspect of my case was thoroughly examined and addressed. She took the time to listen attentively to my concerns, patiently answering my questions and providing clear explanations of the legal processes involved. Lauren has the ability to balance assertiveness in negotiations with a sincere desire to achieve a fair and amicable resolution. Furthermore, Lauren demonstrated exceptional professionalism and reliability throughout the entire duration of my case. She was consistently responsive to emails and calls, promptly addressing any new developments or inquiries that arose. This level of accessibility and responsiveness greatly alleviated much of the stress associated with a divorce. In conclusion, I wholeheartedly recommend Lauren Bostick to anyone in need of legal representation for divorce proceedings. Her combination of legal expertise, compassion, and dedication truly sets her apart as an outstanding advocate for her clients.
Cathy Miller - Google Review

“From start to finish the process was seamless and exceeded our expectations!”
Darrin Colburn represented my brother-in-law in a divorce case. He could not have been happier with the support and result achieved. From start to finish the process was seamless and exceeded his expectations.
Marc Bauman- Google Review

“I always felt heard and valued”
One of the standout features of CHM Law is its client-focused approach. I always felt heard and valued, and their communication was prompt and transparent. They kept me informed every step of the way, which significantly eased my anxiety throughout the legal process.
Terence Carroll - Google Review

“I felt comfortable working with him”
Tim was fantastic! He answered all of my questions and provided a thorough outline for the next step. I felt comfortable working with him. Highly recommend contacting Tim for anyone looking to adopt!
Jasmine Shambo - Google Review

“He is awesome and I do not regret choosing him”
I was very worried after I got pulled over and charged with DUI for impairment by drugs, but, David Maletta had my case completely dismissed. Tempe (and AZ) in general are very harsh with DUI cases but I sat back while Mr. Maletta reviewed the case. I did not think it was winnable due to the circumstances but I got a phone call that the case was thrown out. I would highly recommend David Maletta to anyone seeking a DUI lawyer, he carefully examined all evidence including bodycams and interviewing the arresting officer. Needless to say, he is awesome and I do not regret choosing him.
Brandon - Avvo Review

“He was excellent and very professional “
My first engagement with David was for a DUI case, and he was excellent. David was professional, compassionate, and knowledgeable about DUI legislation. He communicated quickly and with great attention to detail. David helped me feel prepared and optimistic about my position. His skills and client-focused approach dramatically reduced my stress and assisted me in achieving a positive conclusion.
William- Avvo Review

“Their service was by far the best! Couldn’t be happier”
Their service was by far the best! Couldn’t be happier, This firm had me at ease and with full confidence, took much of stress off. Can’t help to mention but thanks to Juanita for your patience with me.
Hose B - Google Review

“Thankful for the excellent service he provide”
Dave stayed with me while he pushed back and forth with Covid-19 and the delays with the court. Once cited, the state basically decides that your guilty through the automatic suspension of your drivers license. Dave immediately took care of that problem and I never lost the privilege of driving. Dave took notes like crazy and was upfront about our uphill battle. I was also well aware that the plea deal that was given to us, was unacceptable and through Dave’s knowledge and experience I had put my trust in him to guide me to make the right decision on how to proceed. With Daves guidance I had decided that we needed to fight for something better than what the prosecutor was offering and Dave was 100 percent behind me on that decision. We knew the risks, be we also knew we had very little to lose based on the prosecutions stance. We decided to go to trial. I knew and felt that it was a long shot based on some of the information in the police report, but I also knew that it was not true. We met previous to the trial so I could better understand what the process is once we get into the court room. Dave answered may questions and spent a lot of time with me trying to be sure I understood things and what time I needed to be there and what would happen once we got there. We worked together on jury selection on the day of trial and we began the case. Watching the prosecution and then watching Dave was night and day!! Dave brought the case to life, Dave grabbed the attention of the jury, Dave had me staring, listening, watching and not missing a beat when he went to fight for me, his client. He went through his notes through the 2 days of trial and his big book. It was clear that he was completely familiar with the facts of the case, the facts on the incident and the responsibility of the prosecution in areas that they weren’t competent. Dave took steps throughout the 2 days that sometimes had me concerned, but his experience calmed me down, once he educated me on this. It was clear to the jury that we working as team. It was clear to the jury that the prosecution didn’t have their facts straight and were not addressing the facts that they could not address. I was nervous to say the least. There was a lot at stake for my personal life and my work life. I was found NOT GUILTY. Dave won the trial for me. I was not only found not guilty, I was found not guilty on 2 counts. I owe this to Dave to truly bring the facts forward, make the arguments, show his passion and his knowledge of the facts and convince the jury that they had reasonable doubt and could not find me guilty. Dave has some fire in him that will come out in trial and it’s rare to have someone with enough personality to relate to the jury and to his client. I am so thankful that I had Dave Maletta as my attorney. It has taken me over a week to finally let it all soak in after 2 1/2 years of stress.
Gregory - Avvo Review

“He ensured that I could get the best possible outcome for my case”
Tim Hintze was absolutely amazing. He worked diligently, He ensured that I could get the best possible outcome for my case. It’s hard to find good help these days. I really got lucky finding them online
JC Evans - Avvo Review

“They are excellent lawyers”
For me, they are excellent lawyers since in my family case they gave me exceptional service by winning custody of my daughter in my family case since I had almost everything lost, that is why I highly recommend them, thank you