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- U.S. Attorney (federal prosecutor) A federal government attorney appointed by the President of the United States in each judicial district to prosecute and defend cases for the federal government.
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- Uphold (affirm) A term used when an appellate court chooses not to reverse a lower court’s decision.
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“They displayed unparalleled professionalism and expertise throughout my legal matter.”
I had a fantastic experience with Colburn Hintze Maletta PLLC. Their team of attorneys displayed unparalleled professionalism and expertise throughout my legal matter. They were responsive, thorough, and strategic, ensuring I was informed and confident every step of the way. I highly recommend their services for anyone looking for reliable and effective legal representation.
Kai Cenat - Google Review
“I will, without hesitation, seek his counsel in the future if there is ever a need”
Amanda - Avvo Review
“Super responsive, fun to work with, and knowledgeable”
Lauren and David are simply the best attorneys in Phoenix. Super responsive, fun to work with, and knowledgeable. Consummate professionals.
Christopher Burrow- Google Review
“I appreciate everything more than they will ever know”
Both my attorney Judie Rettelle and paralegal Whitney Stricker made a very difficult situation in my life (a divorce with 2 young children involved) a bit easier with first and foremost, their kindness to me and patience with me. I appreciate everything more than they will ever know. They were also extremely knowledgeable on all fronts and extremely prompt and detailed with their communication. I function the same way, so that really helped a lot. Thank you both again for everything. No one wants to have to go through a divorce, but if it happens, you need someone you can trust and count on – CHM and Judie/Whitney specifically – are those people.
Jennifer kelley - Google Review
“The outcome was what I was hoping for!”
Darin Colburn was wonderful, professional and a wealth of information. He was so helpful along with Whitney his paralegal.. the outcome was what I was hoping for !! Thank you all for everything !! His entire office staff was great!! I am so thankful for all of you!!
Vicki Poutre - Google Review
“I quietly thank him every day for the skills he brought to the table in dominating and winning my case”
David - Avvo Review
“Their exceptional customer service made a huge difference throughout the process”
I couldn’t be happier with Colburn Hintze Maletta PLLC. David and Tim were fantastic, —professional, knowledgeable, and always available to answer all my questions. Their exceptional customer service made a huge difference throughout the process. I highly recommend them for anyone needing legal support.
Jacklyn Mota - Google Review
“He walked me through every step with compassion”
My experience with Tim through my messy custody case was one that made me feel safe and understood when others wouldn’t. Tim walked me through every step with compassion, knowledge, and understanding. Thanks to Tim I have my son safe with me!!!
Hilario Serafin - Google Review
“Very professional, very empathetic, and very responsive to all the issues.”
I had the opportunity to work with Darin during a very troublesome time in my life. As a family attorney, I found him to be very professional, very empathetic, and very responsive to all the issues I faced. I would recommend him to anyone without a second thought. Thank you, Darin!
Gary C. - Google Review
“He set the right expectations. I am happy with the outcome”
Bailey - Avvo Review
” I’m really happy with the customer service”
I am a family therapist and I like to use CHM to help my clients who are going through legal issues in family court. I am impressed by the staff’s knowledge and their willingness to help every client. Thanks to CHM!! I’m really happy with the customer service I received from Juanita Pena when I called for some assistance in referring clients to your agency. With the help of Juanita and the CHM team, we were able to get our family law questions answered to help our clients with their custody and immigration needs.
Aracelia Sanchez - Google Review
“I highly recommend her”
I just want to share my extraordinary experience with Juanita . Very grateful they took care of my request in a timely manner very quickly and efficiently. I highly recommend her.
Karina Armendariz - Google Review
“We are very grateful for all of his assistance”
Because I was accused of felony DUI, we recruited David Maletta. The case was dropped to a misdemeanor DUI because of David Maletta’s excellent work. David Maletta went above and beyond to significantly improve a terrible situation because he genuinely cared about the case’s result. We are very grateful for all of his assistance. I would strongly suggest David Maletta to anyone facing a DUI offense.
Precilla - Avvo Review
“He helped me win a case that was not in my favor”
David was an amazing attorney when I needed someone to defend me with my speeding ticket. He helped me win a case that was not in my favor. He knows what he’s doing and takes his time with each case. He is so experienced and could probably help with just about any issue. 10/10 Recommend
Afton Maxner - Google Review
“I couldn’t be happier with their service.”
I hired CHM a day before I left out of state for my son’s wedding. I had been in a terrible car accident the night before I left and had no car, no help and no idea what to do after the accident. The legal team took care of everything for me. From my property damage to helping me get a new car. I couldn’t be happier with their service.
Jane Anderson - Google Review
“The amount of devotion they showed to my case and my situation was amazing”
Words cannot express how thankful and pleased I am with this firm and the professionals they have on staff here. I had the fortune to work with Donald D Colburn Esq, Henry Alzate Esq, and Kimberly Sisk. The amount of devotion they showed to my case and my situation was amazing. My case was very very complicated with a lot of moving parts that were about the Jurisdiction of a Custody battle for my two infant boys. Throughout the case it was clear to me that they were every bit as invested in my case as I was. They were relentless in their pursuit to get the proper venue for the case and were thorough in the preparation of every aspect of the case. This was most impressive especially because of the speed in which events proceeded. Everyone dedicated so much time and effort even working late and through weekends. They worked with me and kept me well informed and explained every aspect and step I did not understand even while I was on the other side of the country. I feel absolutely blessed to have gotten them as my council and would recommend them VEHEMENTLY. They are POTENT firm full of great council and teamwork that you can trust and rely on when you’re fighting for what’s most important to you. Though I hope to never have need of council again I can say with certainty that if I do, I will only call CHM LAW.
Jesse Latourneau - Google Review
“They were incredible”
I cannot say enough good things about this place. I had them take care of a few different things for me and they were incredible. Everything was submitted quickly and it was so easy on my part. Jessica kept me updated every step of the way and was very thorough. David was great, he walked me through the process and gave me an estimate of how long the whole process would take. The best lawyer I’ve ever had. I will use them for anything I need in the future.
Luz Jimenez - Google Review
“I highly recommend them for your legal needs”
It has been an absolute relief dealing with the legal issue with Colburn Hintze Maletta PLLC behind my case. I have dealt with other law firms in the past but there is no comparison. CHM Law firm has not only demonstrated the commitment they have made to me by addressing absolutely all my concerns, but they show a deep understanding of the law having achieved the best results in my case taking the heavy burden off of my shoulders. There is no question about it. I recommend CHM for your legal needs.
Isabelle M - Google Review
“He was very kind and courteous”
Mr. David Maletta was very kind and courteous when he called me I explained my situation and he listened and then told me that I was fine. When I need a lawyer I will go through this firm and not be worried at all. Thank you again Mr. Maletta
Harold W Garlock Jr - Google Review
“She’s smart, driven, and supportive”
I highly recommend this law firm to anyone going through a family law case. They are awesome. Lauren Bostick was my attorney and she knows how to bring her A-game. She’s smart, driven, and supportive. Even after my case was finalized she has still answered questions for me and has stayed in communication to ensure that all is well. If you hire this firm I hope she is assigned to your case – but you can feel confident with any of the attorneys here. However, Lauren would be who I ask for if I need them again. Thank you Lauren for your support and help through all of my dramatic twists and turns of my case! You did an awesome job!!!!