Mervyn T. Braude, ADR Attorney in Phoenix, Arizona
focused on ADR and Family Law
Phoenix, AZ
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Mervyn T. Braude is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law.
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- Phoenix, ARIZONA
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- ADR · Family Law
- Handles ADR and Family Law matters from Phoenix, ARIZONA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026).
About Mervyn T. Braude: Mervyn T. Braude is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law.
Areas of practice
Mervyn's practice areas in Phoenix
Mervyn concentrates on adr and family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mervyn handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Mervyn takes adr matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mervyn agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Mervyn takes family law matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mervyn agrees to represent you.
Biography
Mervyn T. Braude, adr attorney serving Phoenix
Mervyn T. Braude is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law. Mervyn works from Phoenix, Arizona and takes on adr matters across the region.
Mervyn Braude is a divorce lawyer with extensive knowledge of family law and is an advocate for protecting children from abusive and undesirable situations. As a State of Arizona Board Certified Family Law Specialist, Mervyn has the knowledge and experience to help people who are struggling through divorces and custody disputes by keeping his clients apprised of their rights so they can make well informed decisions during this difficult period of their life. Mervyn has expertise in all facets of family law including child custody, spousal support, child support, visitation rights, grandparents visitation rights, paternity, premarital agreements and alimony.He knows that litigation can be emotionally taxing and often expensive, so Mervyn encourages his clients to consider alternative methods of dispute resolution, including mediation, arbitration and other non-traditional methods. Mervyn is a fee arbitration committee member with the State Bar of Arizona. He has been hired to mediate for other attorneys in an effort to calm and resolve divorce and custody disputes. He uses a logical approach to get people focused on what is really important and what can be let go.
Working with Mervyn on a adr matter
Mervyn Braude is a divorce lawyer with extensive knowledge of family law and is an advocate for protecting children from abusive and undesirable situations. As a State of Arizona Board Certified Family Law Specialist, Mervyn has the knowledge and experience to help people who are struggling through divorces and custody disputes by keeping his clients apprised of their rights so they can make well…
Who Mervyn represents
Mervyn reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr and family law matters in Phoenix and the surrounding Arizona area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Mervyn studied and practices
University of Cambridge
— · 1984
University of Cape Town
— · 1982
University of Cape Town
B.A. · 1980
Jurisdictions
Mervyn's state bar admissions
Arizona, Arizona Sta
ACTIVE
Mervyn studied at — in University of Cambridge, — in University of Cape Town, and B.A. in University of Cape Town.
Law school and academic background
Mervyn completed — in University of Cambridge, — in University of Cape Town, and B.A. in University of Cape Town. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mervyn runs in Arizona is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Mervyn's legal honors and published work
Mervyn has received 6 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Arbitration
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Southwest Super Lawyer, 2010, 2024, 2025
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Peer Reviewed by Martindale-Hubbell
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Arbitration (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Southwest Super Lawyer, 2010, 2024, 2025 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Peer Reviewed by Martindale-Hubbell (2026).
Locations
Mervyn T. Braude's office in Phoenix
Mervyn's primary office is at 1850 N. Central Avenue, Suite 1200, Phoenix, Arizona, 85004. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Mervyn T. Braude — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mervyn usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mervyn charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mervyn's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Mervyn will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Phoenix, Arizona
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Mervyn
Mervyn discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Mervyn confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mervyn's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mervyn T. Braude
How much does it cost to hire Mervyn for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mervyn walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mervyn offer a free consultation?
Mervyn charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mervyn's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Mervyn's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Arizona typically take?
Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Mervyn gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mervyn take my case if I'm outside Phoenix?
Mervyn is licensed in Arizona. Matters governed by Arizona law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Mervyn will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Mervyn?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Mervyn will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mervyn accepting new adr clients right now?
Mervyn's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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