About Me
Qualified Mediator
With 10 years of mediation experience and a master's degree in forensic psychology with an emphasis in family violence, I have the expertise to help you successfilly mediate your matter.
Licensed Attorney
As a licensed attorney, I am qualified to offer mediation and litigation solutions. I also provide crucial, unbundled services so you can access vital legal advice through limited scopes.
Inclusive
Whether you are facing divorce, custody, a name and/or gender marker change, or other matter, I've got the experience to help you gracefully navigate your LGBTQ+-specific issues.
Professional And Experienced Family Law Attorney
Advocate Abbie L. Godles
My practice revolves around conflict resolution, mediation, and empathetic advocacy. Whether acting as mediator or attorney, I bring my training and education in both law and psychology, which helps me navigate difficult and sensitive issues for my clients. With a unique approach that includes a focus on holistic outcomes, I seek to provide affordable assistance and workable solutions in both the mediation and litigation arenas. I strive to empower my clients while ensuring their rights are protected during litigation and supporting their self-determination during mediation.
A Message From Me
Growing up, my mom raised me to heal problems instead of just putting a Band-Aid on the surface. She encouraged getting to the root and resolving the underlying issue(s). Professionally, I employ this curative approach since emotion cannot be removed from important family matters. Additionally, if the underlying issue continues growing, the fallout will undoubtedly be worse. I strive for a well-rounded approach that emphasizes lasting agreements and look forward to helping you craft the best agreements for your family. I look forward to helping you start the next chapter of your life on the right foot!
Committed To Helping My Clients Succeed
History & Expertise
Education
- Northern Arizona University, Bachelor of Science, Interdisciplinary Studies with an emphasis in Public Administration
- Roger Williams University School of Law, Juris Doctor
- Walden University, Master of Science, Forensic Psychology with a concentration in Family Violence
Court Admissions
- State Courts of Arizona
- United States District Court of Arizona
- Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals
Associations & Memberships
Community Involvement and Volunteering
Speaking & Publications
- “The A-Z’s of Mediating Families with a History of Domestic Violence,” Maricopa County Association of Family Mediators (October 2019)
- “Domestic Violence in the Midst of COVID-19,” Maricopa County Association of Family Mediators (October 2020)
- “The A-Z’s of Mediating Families with a History of Domestic Violence,” Maricopa County Superior Court Alternative Dispute Resolution Family Judge Pro Tempore Webinar (November 2020)
- "Domestic Violence Screening - A General Overview and in the Midst of COVID," Maricopa County Association of Family Mediators (October 2021)
- "Hot Tips Panel: Mediating High Conflict Parenting Plans Part 2," Maricopa County Association of Family Mediators (April 2023)
- "When Domestic Violence and Mental Health Collide," Maricopa County Association of Family Mediators (October 2023)