Cristi McMurdie
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Licensed for 28 years
Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
Child custody
Language
English
About
Cristi McMurdie has consistently provided exceptional representation for her clients since 1995. Cristi is the President and sole partner of the Tempe-based McMurdie Law Office, PC, WHYMediate Mediation Services and WHYCOACH Coaching Services. The major focus of McMurdie Law is to provide exceptional full representation, expert conflict resolution, mediation and limited scope representation in the family law arena.Values: Cristi McMurdie continues to sharpen and deepen skills related to all of the services provided at McMurdie Law, WHYMediate and WHYCoach. For more than two decades, Cristi McMurdie has specialized in family law. Sustaining and preserving family relationships after divorce, relocation or modifications is a high value at McMurdie Law and a specialty of Cristi’s. Cristi McMurdie’s conservative approach to clients’ legal needs entails reviewing options that may include mediation first. (See www.whymediation.com.) Opportunities for resolution out of court can occur at many stages of your case, from the beginning, even into the middle of a trial.Training: Cristi McMurdie graduated from Arizona State University College of Law in 1992, passing the Arizona Attorney bar examination with her peers. After practicing insurance defense for three years, Ms. McMurdie began her own family law practice. Ms. McMurdie was drawn to mediation as a way for families to navigate through the legal system, reaching the same result and with less strife, conserving costs and sometimes preserving co-parenting relationships. Ms. McMurdie attends annual mediation trainings to stay current, in addition to continuing legal courses that are required by the Arizona Bar of Attorneys.Once trained in mediation in 1997, McMurdie Law initially offered mediation by subsidiary A1Mediation Services. In 2014, A1Mediation Services was renamed to WHYmediate Mediation Services when Cristi McMurdie became a certified WHY coach.WHY coaching augments mediation with your complimentary WHY discovery,to assist in deepening communication to help the mediation process. Cristi McMurdie has been a consistent member of the Arizona Bar since 1993, a member of the local mediators group – Maricopa County Association of Family Mediators (MCAFM) since 1997, and is a certified business and life coach by the Adler School of Professional Coaching(2004), Marcia Weider’s Dream University for individuals and Groups(2006), and since 2014, aWHYCoach. McMurdie’s coaching training is very helpful in mediation.Cristi McMurdie is a member of professional associations, including Eliances, a group of more than 800+ talented local entrepreneurs that share knowledge and business ideas, and the Sisterhood of Happiness, a group of professional women who value relationships with business, the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO), and also two distinct local attorney groups who give one another assistance on legal matters and referrals.Community: Cristi McMurdie is an active member of the Tempe, Ahwatukee, and Chandler Chamber of Commerce and has built a referral based practice in the areas of law, mediation, and coaching.Family: Cristi McMurdie’s adult sons are thriving in life and living with their families in San Francisco and Seattle after they obtained their PhDs from Stanford and University of Washington.
Practices Areas
Child custody
Divorce and separation
Family
Probate
Juvenile Law
Language
English
Contact
Mcmurdie Law Office PC4500 S Lakeshore Dr Ste 300Tempe, AZ, 85282-7028
Office: (480) 372-9113
Website: N/AReviews
Cristi did a great job in helping me. She has shown great professionalism (worked fast, explained the process, kept me updated, and kept in touch). Moreover, she has an efficient assistant. Overall, I rater her excellent!
I hired Cristi to mediate my divorce after 23 years of marriage. It was amicable but not less painful. I hired her on a strong recommendation from a friend and she did a good job keeping things calm and fair (at least as far as the law allows). I really struggled with the spousal support portion of the settlement, and it still stings a little to think about. Cristi informed me that ALL men don't want to pay it and the courts will not be on my side in the matter. The system sucks in this area but the facts are what the are. She explained a formula the courts often use as a starting point for us to discuss a settlement. As awful as that number was, I ended up settling for about half that number by paying a one time lump sum and avoiding writing the check each month (a resentment generator). Cristi remained impartial and helped us get to solutions. I actually think I was an easy client for her because the alimony was the only thing I found difficult to accept, and still do, but the goal was to get through the process as cheaply as possible while remaining sane. Mission accomplished!
She took the time to understand my complicated and embarrassing situation. She was able to stand up against my ex, she was able to see right through the manipulation and keep me strong through the entire process. Not only did she do her part beautifully but she was able to empower me to do things to better my situation. She never gave me advise that was questionable, I always had 100% faith in her and in her actions. I got out of a horrible situation in one piece and with my sanity because of her. Cristi got me through the worst part of my life and she did it with expertise and amazing professionalism. I will be thanking her for years to come.
Married 39 years and never having needed legal assistance of any sort, I was very nervous having to seek out a divorce attorney. I could not possibly have found a better lawyer! Cristi made the entire process easier than I ever would have expected. She is extremely knowledgeable and professional but made myself and my husband feel very confident and comfortable as she guided us through the very difficult process of divorcing. Her fees were also reasonable and fair which is something we felt grateful for. She is a good and caring person. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing any kind of legal assistance!
Cristi is very fair and dedicated to doing what is best for everyone involved. She helped me get my temporary orders in place during a difficult time. She is tactful, she keeps you informed and she gets results. I highly recommend her.
Cristi McMurdie consulted with me in obtaining an order of protection, as well as to separation of assets with a former partner. She is thorough, honest, fair, and has excellent follow through. I cannot possible highly recommend her enough!
Cristi was a huge asset to me for years while I was going through a custody battle with my ex-wife. She offered many different options to consider and provided resources where and when I needed them. I had Cristi defend me in court, I used her services to only coach me through the "self-help" process when needed and everything in between. I was pleased with the service I received from her firm so I have personally recommended friends to look to her as a resource.
I had put off going through my second divorce because the first one was so painful and dragged on for nearly two years. Cristi was recommended to me and I was impressed with how efficient, thorough and warm she is. She truly cares and wants to make the process a comfortable experience.
Cristi did a great job in helping me. She has shown great professionalism (worked fast, explained the process, kept me updated, and kept in touch). Moreover, she has an efficient assistant. Overall, I rater her excellent!
I hired Cristi to mediate my divorce after 23 years of marriage. It was amicable but not less painful. I hired her on a strong recommendation from a friend and she did a good job keeping things calm and fair (at least as far as the law allows). I really struggled with the spousal support portion of the settlement, and it still stings a little to think about. Cristi informed me that ALL men don't want to pay it and the courts will not be on my side in the matter. The system sucks in this area but the facts are what the are. She explained a formula the courts often use as a starting point for us to discuss a settlement. As awful as that number was, I ended up settling for about half that number by paying a one time lump sum and avoiding writing the check each month (a resentment generator). Cristi remained impartial and helped us get to solutions. I actually think I was an easy client for her because the alimony was the only thing I found difficult to accept, and still do, but the goal was to get through the process as cheaply as possible while remaining sane. Mission accomplished!
She took the time to understand my complicated and embarrassing situation. She was able to stand up against my ex, she was able to see right through the manipulation and keep me strong through the entire process. Not only did she do her part beautifully but she was able to empower me to do things to better my situation. She never gave me advise that was questionable, I always had 100% faith in her and in her actions. I got out of a horrible situation in one piece and with my sanity because of her. Cristi got me through the worst part of my life and she did it with expertise and amazing professionalism. I will be thanking her for years to come.
Married 39 years and never having needed legal assistance of any sort, I was very nervous having to seek out a divorce attorney. I could not possibly have found a better lawyer! Cristi made the entire process easier than I ever would have expected. She is extremely knowledgeable and professional but made myself and my husband feel very confident and comfortable as she guided us through the very difficult process of divorcing. Her fees were also reasonable and fair which is something we felt grateful for. She is a good and caring person. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing any kind of legal assistance!
Cristi is very fair and dedicated to doing what is best for everyone involved. She helped me get my temporary orders in place during a difficult time. She is tactful, she keeps you informed and she gets results. I highly recommend her.
Cristi McMurdie consulted with me in obtaining an order of protection, as well as to separation of assets with a former partner. She is thorough, honest, fair, and has excellent follow through. I cannot possible highly recommend her enough!
Cristi was a huge asset to me for years while I was going through a custody battle with my ex-wife. She offered many different options to consider and provided resources where and when I needed them. I had Cristi defend me in court, I used her services to only coach me through the "self-help" process when needed and everything in between. I was pleased with the service I received from her firm so I have personally recommended friends to look to her as a resource.
I had put off going through my second divorce because the first one was so painful and dragged on for nearly two years. Cristi was recommended to me and I was impressed with how efficient, thorough and warm she is. She truly cares and wants to make the process a comfortable experience.
Cristi did a great job in helping me. She has shown great professionalism (worked fast, explained the process, kept me updated, and kept in touch). Moreover, she has an efficient assistant. Overall, I rater her excellent!
I hired Cristi to mediate my divorce after 23 years of marriage. It was amicable but not less painful. I hired her on a strong recommendation from a friend and she did a good job keeping things calm and fair (at least as far as the law allows). I really struggled with the spousal support portion of the settlement, and it still stings a little to think about. Cristi informed me that ALL men don't want to pay it and the courts will not be on my side in the matter. The system sucks in this area but the facts are what the are. She explained a formula the courts often use as a starting point for us to discuss a settlement. As awful as that number was, I ended up settling for about half that number by paying a one time lump sum and avoiding writing the check each month (a resentment generator). Cristi remained impartial and helped us get to solutions. I actually think I was an easy client for her because the alimony was the only thing I found difficult to accept, and still do, but the goal was to get through the process as cheaply as possible while remaining sane. Mission accomplished!
She took the time to understand my complicated and embarrassing situation. She was able to stand up against my ex, she was able to see right through the manipulation and keep me strong through the entire process. Not only did she do her part beautifully but she was able to empower me to do things to better my situation. She never gave me advise that was questionable, I always had 100% faith in her and in her actions. I got out of a horrible situation in one piece and with my sanity because of her. Cristi got me through the worst part of my life and she did it with expertise and amazing professionalism. I will be thanking her for years to come.
Married 39 years and never having needed legal assistance of any sort, I was very nervous having to seek out a divorce attorney. I could not possibly have found a better lawyer! Cristi made the entire process easier than I ever would have expected. She is extremely knowledgeable and professional but made myself and my husband feel very confident and comfortable as she guided us through the very difficult process of divorcing. Her fees were also reasonable and fair which is something we felt grateful for. She is a good and caring person. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing any kind of legal assistance!
Cristi is very fair and dedicated to doing what is best for everyone involved. She helped me get my temporary orders in place during a difficult time. She is tactful, she keeps you informed and she gets results. I highly recommend her.
Cristi McMurdie consulted with me in obtaining an order of protection, as well as to separation of assets with a former partner. She is thorough, honest, fair, and has excellent follow through. I cannot possible highly recommend her enough!
Cristi was a huge asset to me for years while I was going through a custody battle with my ex-wife. She offered many different options to consider and provided resources where and when I needed them. I had Cristi defend me in court, I used her services to only coach me through the "self-help" process when needed and everything in between. I was pleased with the service I received from her firm so I have personally recommended friends to look to her as a resource.
I had put off going through my second divorce because the first one was so painful and dragged on for nearly two years. Cristi was recommended to me and I was impressed with how efficient, thorough and warm she is. She truly cares and wants to make the process a comfortable experience.
Cristi did a great job in helping me. She has shown great professionalism (worked fast, explained the process, kept me updated, and kept in touch). Moreover, she has an efficient assistant. Overall, I rater her excellent!
I hired Cristi to mediate my divorce after 23 years of marriage. It was amicable but not less painful. I hired her on a strong recommendation from a friend and she did a good job keeping things calm and fair (at least as far as the law allows). I really struggled with the spousal support portion of the settlement, and it still stings a little to think about. Cristi informed me that ALL men don't want to pay it and the courts will not be on my side in the matter. The system sucks in this area but the facts are what the are. She explained a formula the courts often use as a starting point for us to discuss a settlement. As awful as that number was, I ended up settling for about half that number by paying a one time lump sum and avoiding writing the check each month (a resentment generator). Cristi remained impartial and helped us get to solutions. I actually think I was an easy client for her because the alimony was the only thing I found difficult to accept, and still do, but the goal was to get through the process as cheaply as possible while remaining sane. Mission accomplished!
She took the time to understand my complicated and embarrassing situation. She was able to stand up against my ex, she was able to see right through the manipulation and keep me strong through the entire process. Not only did she do her part beautifully but she was able to empower me to do things to better my situation. She never gave me advise that was questionable, I always had 100% faith in her and in her actions. I got out of a horrible situation in one piece and with my sanity because of her. Cristi got me through the worst part of my life and she did it with expertise and amazing professionalism. I will be thanking her for years to come.
Married 39 years and never having needed legal assistance of any sort, I was very nervous having to seek out a divorce attorney. I could not possibly have found a better lawyer! Cristi made the entire process easier than I ever would have expected. She is extremely knowledgeable and professional but made myself and my husband feel very confident and comfortable as she guided us through the very difficult process of divorcing. Her fees were also reasonable and fair which is something we felt grateful for. She is a good and caring person. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing any kind of legal assistance!
Cristi is very fair and dedicated to doing what is best for everyone involved. She helped me get my temporary orders in place during a difficult time. She is tactful, she keeps you informed and she gets results. I highly recommend her.
Cristi McMurdie consulted with me in obtaining an order of protection, as well as to separation of assets with a former partner. She is thorough, honest, fair, and has excellent follow through. I cannot possible highly recommend her enough!
Cristi was a huge asset to me for years while I was going through a custody battle with my ex-wife. She offered many different options to consider and provided resources where and when I needed them. I had Cristi defend me in court, I used her services to only coach me through the "self-help" process when needed and everything in between. I was pleased with the service I received from her firm so I have personally recommended friends to look to her as a resource.
I had put off going through my second divorce because the first one was so painful and dragged on for nearly two years. Cristi was recommended to me and I was impressed with how efficient, thorough and warm she is. She truly cares and wants to make the process a comfortable experience.