The Modern Law Clinic
Quality Legal Help
made more accessible
made affordable.
prepared correctly.
backed by attorneys.
built for your case.
The Modern Law Clinic brings the care and strategy of a respected Arizona firm to families who need a more affordable path. Low-cost, limited-scope support for family law and estate planning, prepared by trained practitioners and supervised by Modern Law attorneys.
Family law & estate planning · Limited-scope & affordable · Supervised by Modern Law attorneys
Welcome to the Clinic
Built to help more people
navigate the law with confidence.
At Modern Law, we believe everyone deserves access to quality legal guidance. The Modern Law Clinic is how we extend it, making family law and estate planning services more accessible and affordable for individuals and families across Arizona.
Whether you are navigating a divorce or securing your legacy, the Clinic offers focused, limited-scope support tailored to your needs, without the full cost of traditional representation. You get the meticulous care Modern Law is known for, at a level that fits your situation.
Limited scope means you receive legal help for a specific part of your matter, such as drafting a trust or preparing for a single hearing, rather than hiring an attorney for full representation of your entire case. You stay in control, and you engage us only for the piece you need.
Support through divorce, custody, and related matters, from preparing the documents your case depends on to getting ready for court. This is where the Clinic offers its fullest range of services.
Accessible help securing your legacy and protecting what matters, including foundational documents like wills and trusts. Reach out to learn what the Clinic can prepare for your situation.
Clinic services
Focused support for the
moments that matter most.
Each service is offered on a limited-scope basis, so you bring us in for exactly what your matter calls for and nothing more.
How the Clinic works
Trained hands.
Experienced oversight.
Your work is prepared by a dedicated team of law students and legal paraprofessionals, training to become the next generation of Arizona’s best legal practitioners. Every matter is handled under the direct, close supervision of experienced Modern Law attorneys.
That structure is the whole point. It lets us deliver high-quality, professional legal work at a lower cost, with the same meticulous care and strategy Modern Law is known for. The cost comes down. The standard does not.
"Everyone deserves access to quality legal guidance. The Clinic is how we extend it."
Meet who will help you
The people behind your case.
The Clinic brings together two dedicated teams, one for family law, one for estate planning, so the right experience is behind whatever brought you here. Every matter is supervised by Modern Law attorneys.
Your Family Law Team
Guidance and preparation for divorce, custody, and related matters, led by our Clinic Director and carried out by our law student practitioners.
Maleah Woodward
Clinic Director and Family law attorney
Maleah leads the Clinic, facilitating every matter and supervising the practitioners who prepare your documents and case. She makes sure the work meets the standard Modern Law is known for, at a level built for self-represented Arizonans.
Pamela Swayney
Law Student Practitioner
Ryan T. McGuire
Law Student Practitioner
Danielle Powell
Law Student Practitioner
Sabrina Rodriguez
Law Student Practitioner
Your Estate Planning Team
Compassionate, experienced help securing your legacy and protecting what matters, from our licensed legal paraprofessionals.
Jenni Pierson
Family Law Legal Paraprofessional
Jenni Pierson is a seasoned and compassionate Licensed Family Law Legal Paraprofessional who brings over two decades of legal experience to her practice. Specializing in uncontested matters, Jenni helps clients navigate legal paperwork and family transitions efficiently, affordably, and with care.
Rebekah Chapman
Family Law Legal Paraprofessional
Meet Rebekah Chapman, a licensed Legal Paraprofessional with 20 years of legal experience. With a Master’s in Social Work and a background in probate and family law, Rebekah brings a unique blend of expertise and empathy to your estate planning consultation. Known for her approachable nature, she ensures you feel supported and informed every step of the way.
Getting started
A clear path from
first contact to a plan.
Schedule your clinic consultation
Tell us where your case stands. We review every request carefully to confirm the Clinic is the right fit for your goals.
Meet with the Clinic team
We gather the essentials of your situation, custody, assets, timelines, and lay out the service options available to you.
Move forward with a plan
You receive a tailored, limited-scope plan that addresses exactly what your case needs, and nothing you don't.
Clinic FAQs
Answers to the questions we hear most.
The Modern Law Clinic offers low-cost, limited scope legal services in family law, making these services more accessible and affordable. By focusing on specific parts of your legal matter rather than full-scope representation, we provide targeted assistance without the traditional financial burden.
Our services are provided by law student practitioners who are Rule 39(c) certified under Arizona law. These students work under the close supervision of experienced Modern Law attorneys to offer high-quality legal services.
Rule 39(c)(4) of the Arizona Supreme Court allows eligible law students to practice law under supervision as Certified Limited Practice Students. This certification is crucial for law students practitioners, as it enables them to provide legal services under the guidance of practicing attorneys. To obtain this certification, a law student must:
- Have completed at least two semesters of legal studies.
- Not receive any compensation from the clients they serve, although they may be compensated by other entities like law schools or legal aid agencies.
- Certify their familiarity with the Arizona Rules of Professional Conduct and other relevant legal standards.
- Be certified by their law school as being in good academic standing and of good character.
Our law student practitioners are required to have a Rule 39(c)(4) Certification to work with clients in the clinic. This process ensures that all student practitioners at the Modern Law Clinic are well-prepared and legally authorized to offer reliable legal services to our clients.
Limited scope services mean that you can obtain legal assistance for specific aspects of your case instead of hiring an attorney for full representation. This allows you to manage costs effectively while still receiving expert legal advice and services where you need them most.
If you’re interested in the clinic’s services, please submit an interest form using the link provided on our website. Our team will review your submission to ensure the clinic can effectively address your needs. If approved, you’ll receive a direct link to schedule a required 45-minute virtual consultation.
**Please note, if you’ve had a recent consultation with us, you may not need a consultation clinic if we can determine the scope of your case based on your case notes. We’ll review each situation case by case.
The clinic consultations costs $100 and are mandatory (except in cases where we’ve met with you recently and already have determined the scope and services we can provide you with). This consultation is vital for gathering information about your case and discussing your goals, which helps us tailor our services to your specific legal needs.
Costs for clinic services will vary based on the specific service we’re providing. Our law student practitioners have an hourly rate of $100, so if the scope of your project requires two hours of work, then it would cost you $200 to obtain that service from our clinic.
During the consultation, you will meet virtually with Modern Law attorney and Clinic Manager Jami Cornish. She will gather essential information about your goals and situation and discuss all the options available to you through our clinic services. Consultations are 45 minutes long and will take place virtually over Zoom.
If you’ve had a consultation with Modern Law or attended Pro Bono Day more than 60 days ago, you’ll need to schedule a new clinic consultation. However, if these interactions occurred within the last 60 days, a new consultation might not be necessary as we can often proceed based on existing case notes to determine what services the clinic can provide you. This is why we ask everyone to submit an interest form, so we can determine each submission on a case by case basis.
Anyone needing legal assistance with Arizona specific family law matters, such as divorce or custody issues, who prefers a cost-effective approach to handling specific legal aspects of their case should consider the clinic. It’s especially beneficial for those who find traditional legal fees prohibitive.
Submit an interest form!, Our team will review your situation to ensure that our services align with your needs. This personalized review process helps ensure that we can offer the most effective support for your legal matters.
Ready when you are
Move forward with a team that puts you first.
Every matter is different, so we build your support around it. Reach out today and tell us where things stand. We respond quickly and will reach back out right away to talk through your options.
Prefer to talk now? Call us at (480) 690-2348.
