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Riisa Petersen

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Licensed for 15 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Child custody

Language

English

About

Born and raised in El Centro, California, Riisa Petersen has dedicated her career to protecting the rights of her fellow Arizonans. The Justice System can be difficult to navigate alone, and after nearly a decade practicing law Riisa has built a reputation based on experience, determination, grit and an unwavering dedication to YOU, her client.    Riisa attended law school at Tucson's own James E. Rogers College of Law at the University of Arizona. After graduation, she was immediately hired as a prosecutor in the Pima County Attorney's office, where she specialized in DUI and domestic abuse prosections. It was there that Riisa learned the "prosecutor's playbook."  In time, Riisa decided that her true desire was to defend the accused. She took her knowledge of the "prosecutor's playbook" and was immediately hired into a prominent Tucson firm in the private sector. For the last seven years, she has been working to defend the accused using her firsthand knowledge of prosecutorial tactics. Riisa knows what moves the prosecutor will make against you, making her better able to defend you against them. In addition to criminal defense, Riisa successfully built and managed the Family Law and Domestic Relations wing of the firm in which she became second in command. It would continue to thrive throughout her tenure. Today, Riisa operates her own practice based on the respect, experience and reputation that she has earned in Tucson's legal community. Her philosophy is simple: YOU are her priority. Your defense is her duty and your right. When you retain the Petersen Law Firm, you won't end up with a nameless first year attorney. You get Riisa, every time.  Don't gamble your future on an "associate" attorney. Experience matters. As a successful trial attorney and litigator with firsthand knowledge on both sides of the criminal system and unparalleled leadership experience in family law, nobody is better prepared to defend your rights and fight for you and your family.

Practices Areas

Child custody

Child support

Divorce and separation

Family

Domestic Violence

Language

English

Contact

Petersen Law Firm PLLC485 S. Main Ave., Bldg 3Tucson, AZ, 85701

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Stephan
March 4, 2020

I had a mess of a child relocation case. Riisa and her staff were there for me during the entire process good or bad and explained to me how things worked and what steps were needed. Eventhough the initial case didn't go our way, she was still invested to help me get my case back to court with favorable results. During my case I was called everything from a wife beater to a non present bad dad. The entire firm rallied behind me to make sure I was ok both physically and mentally. They are truly life savers. I cannot give high enough praise.

Maritza
October 28, 2019

Riisa is the best family law attorney. Her and her staff are professional and knowledgeable as well as considerate to our needs. My husband and I have utilized her services for the last 5 years and have been very happy with every outcome. Riisa knows her stuff and has always given us sensible and honest advice. She conducts herself with unwavering integrity and commitment! We have and will continue to recommend her to anyone we know!! We are so glad to have her on our side!

Chantal
April 8, 2019

Riisa was amazing. She was very kind and understanding. She was very organized and handled everything. She was very honest with me throughout my case and explained what each step would entail. Her office staff was also so helpful and friendly. When it comes to something as important as family, Riisa takes her cases as serious as if they were her own family. She listened to all my concerns and addressed them all. She made sure I knew that she was there to help me and work for me. Considering no one ever wants to be in a situation where they need a lawyer especially when it comes to our kids, she made a painful difficult situation much easier to navigate. Thank you Riisa and your wonderful office staff (Lisa, Garnett and Alana) for all your support and hard work.

Marc
April 5, 2019

Riisa was on point, steadfast, knowledgeable, and completely dedicated to my family court case involving child support and modification of my divorce decree. It was a relatively simple case, but it was made super complicated and muddled by the opposing attorney. Riisa handled it with grace and professionalism. She helped me win I would rate her a 10 if there were 10 stars. 5 will have to do.

Joshua
March 21, 2019

Riisa Petersen and staff have exceeded all expectations in representing me in a high conflict divorce and child custody case. Riisa is passionate and skillfull in the courtroom. Riisa has a working knowledge of how the legal system operates and is attentive to my concerns. I now have court awarded equal parenting time and decision making with my two children. I am also successfully divorced. I will continue to use Riisa Petersen in future legal matters.

Aniela
December 20, 2018

Riisa is an incredible lawyer. She really takes care of her clients. And, she has an excellent staff. I am so glad I have her as my lawyer. I can’t thank her enough.

Chris
December 4, 2018

Very caring and professional I was extremely pleased with her service and all the help she provided me

Jason
July 27, 2018

Riisa and team were great to secure 50/50 custody with my child. It was a painfully long process but we came through with desired results. During the process I had a different mind set of expectations but Riisa was knowledgeable and caring enough to explain unique situations clearly and concisely to steer our attention to more appropriate allocations. I plan to continue using Riisa and her office for future modifications as they arise.

anonymous
January 31, 2018

Riisa provided excellent counsel to me. She is very personable, an active listener and truly shows concern for her clients. I felt that she certainly had my best interests in mind while also understanding what it was that I wanted as an outcome. Riisa not only exudes competence in her profession, but is also willing to show empathy for the human side of most family law issues.

Veronica
December 22, 2017

Riisa & her staff were more responsive & supportive in 10 minutes than the attorney I had in place. My previous attorney failed me in a most urgent situation & Riisa offered me advice & assistance when I needed it. I still may need her services & if I do, she’ll be the attorney I call. Riisa, you don’t know how much it means to your clients or even a consult like me, to have your help in such a stressful situation. Thank you.

Stephan
March 4, 2020

I had a mess of a child relocation case. Riisa and her staff were there for me during the entire process good or bad and explained to me how things worked and what steps were needed. Eventhough the initial case didn't go our way, she was still invested to help me get my case back to court with favorable results. During my case I was called everything from a wife beater to a non present bad dad. The entire firm rallied behind me to make sure I was ok both physically and mentally. They are truly life savers. I cannot give high enough praise.

Maritza
October 28, 2019

Riisa is the best family law attorney. Her and her staff are professional and knowledgeable as well as considerate to our needs. My husband and I have utilized her services for the last 5 years and have been very happy with every outcome. Riisa knows her stuff and has always given us sensible and honest advice. She conducts herself with unwavering integrity and commitment! We have and will continue to recommend her to anyone we know!! We are so glad to have her on our side!

Chantal
April 8, 2019

Riisa was amazing. She was very kind and understanding. She was very organized and handled everything. She was very honest with me throughout my case and explained what each step would entail. Her office staff was also so helpful and friendly. When it comes to something as important as family, Riisa takes her cases as serious as if they were her own family. She listened to all my concerns and addressed them all. She made sure I knew that she was there to help me and work for me. Considering no one ever wants to be in a situation where they need a lawyer especially when it comes to our kids, she made a painful difficult situation much easier to navigate. Thank you Riisa and your wonderful office staff (Lisa, Garnett and Alana) for all your support and hard work.

Marc
April 5, 2019

Riisa was on point, steadfast, knowledgeable, and completely dedicated to my family court case involving child support and modification of my divorce decree. It was a relatively simple case, but it was made super complicated and muddled by the opposing attorney. Riisa handled it with grace and professionalism. She helped me win I would rate her a 10 if there were 10 stars. 5 will have to do.

Joshua
March 21, 2019

Riisa Petersen and staff have exceeded all expectations in representing me in a high conflict divorce and child custody case. Riisa is passionate and skillfull in the courtroom. Riisa has a working knowledge of how the legal system operates and is attentive to my concerns. I now have court awarded equal parenting time and decision making with my two children. I am also successfully divorced. I will continue to use Riisa Petersen in future legal matters.

Aniela
December 20, 2018

Riisa is an incredible lawyer. She really takes care of her clients. And, she has an excellent staff. I am so glad I have her as my lawyer. I can’t thank her enough.

Chris
December 4, 2018

Very caring and professional I was extremely pleased with her service and all the help she provided me

Jason
July 27, 2018

Riisa and team were great to secure 50/50 custody with my child. It was a painfully long process but we came through with desired results. During the process I had a different mind set of expectations but Riisa was knowledgeable and caring enough to explain unique situations clearly and concisely to steer our attention to more appropriate allocations. I plan to continue using Riisa and her office for future modifications as they arise.

anonymous
January 31, 2018

Riisa provided excellent counsel to me. She is very personable, an active listener and truly shows concern for her clients. I felt that she certainly had my best interests in mind while also understanding what it was that I wanted as an outcome. Riisa not only exudes competence in her profession, but is also willing to show empathy for the human side of most family law issues.

Veronica
December 22, 2017

Riisa & her staff were more responsive & supportive in 10 minutes than the attorney I had in place. My previous attorney failed me in a most urgent situation & Riisa offered me advice & assistance when I needed it. I still may need her services & if I do, she’ll be the attorney I call. Riisa, you don’t know how much it means to your clients or even a consult like me, to have your help in such a stressful situation. Thank you.

Stephan
March 4, 2020

I had a mess of a child relocation case. Riisa and her staff were there for me during the entire process good or bad and explained to me how things worked and what steps were needed. Eventhough the initial case didn't go our way, she was still invested to help me get my case back to court with favorable results. During my case I was called everything from a wife beater to a non present bad dad. The entire firm rallied behind me to make sure I was ok both physically and mentally. They are truly life savers. I cannot give high enough praise.

Maritza
October 28, 2019

Riisa is the best family law attorney. Her and her staff are professional and knowledgeable as well as considerate to our needs. My husband and I have utilized her services for the last 5 years and have been very happy with every outcome. Riisa knows her stuff and has always given us sensible and honest advice. She conducts herself with unwavering integrity and commitment! We have and will continue to recommend her to anyone we know!! We are so glad to have her on our side!

Chantal
April 8, 2019

Riisa was amazing. She was very kind and understanding. She was very organized and handled everything. She was very honest with me throughout my case and explained what each step would entail. Her office staff was also so helpful and friendly. When it comes to something as important as family, Riisa takes her cases as serious as if they were her own family. She listened to all my concerns and addressed them all. She made sure I knew that she was there to help me and work for me. Considering no one ever wants to be in a situation where they need a lawyer especially when it comes to our kids, she made a painful difficult situation much easier to navigate. Thank you Riisa and your wonderful office staff (Lisa, Garnett and Alana) for all your support and hard work.

Marc
April 5, 2019

Riisa was on point, steadfast, knowledgeable, and completely dedicated to my family court case involving child support and modification of my divorce decree. It was a relatively simple case, but it was made super complicated and muddled by the opposing attorney. Riisa handled it with grace and professionalism. She helped me win I would rate her a 10 if there were 10 stars. 5 will have to do.

Joshua
March 21, 2019

Riisa Petersen and staff have exceeded all expectations in representing me in a high conflict divorce and child custody case. Riisa is passionate and skillfull in the courtroom. Riisa has a working knowledge of how the legal system operates and is attentive to my concerns. I now have court awarded equal parenting time and decision making with my two children. I am also successfully divorced. I will continue to use Riisa Petersen in future legal matters.

Aniela
December 20, 2018

Riisa is an incredible lawyer. She really takes care of her clients. And, she has an excellent staff. I am so glad I have her as my lawyer. I can’t thank her enough.

Chris
December 4, 2018

Very caring and professional I was extremely pleased with her service and all the help she provided me

Jason
July 27, 2018

Riisa and team were great to secure 50/50 custody with my child. It was a painfully long process but we came through with desired results. During the process I had a different mind set of expectations but Riisa was knowledgeable and caring enough to explain unique situations clearly and concisely to steer our attention to more appropriate allocations. I plan to continue using Riisa and her office for future modifications as they arise.

anonymous
January 31, 2018

Riisa provided excellent counsel to me. She is very personable, an active listener and truly shows concern for her clients. I felt that she certainly had my best interests in mind while also understanding what it was that I wanted as an outcome. Riisa not only exudes competence in her profession, but is also willing to show empathy for the human side of most family law issues.

Veronica
December 22, 2017

Riisa & her staff were more responsive & supportive in 10 minutes than the attorney I had in place. My previous attorney failed me in a most urgent situation & Riisa offered me advice & assistance when I needed it. I still may need her services & if I do, she’ll be the attorney I call. Riisa, you don’t know how much it means to your clients or even a consult like me, to have your help in such a stressful situation. Thank you.

Stephan
March 4, 2020

I had a mess of a child relocation case. Riisa and her staff were there for me during the entire process good or bad and explained to me how things worked and what steps were needed. Eventhough the initial case didn't go our way, she was still invested to help me get my case back to court with favorable results. During my case I was called everything from a wife beater to a non present bad dad. The entire firm rallied behind me to make sure I was ok both physically and mentally. They are truly life savers. I cannot give high enough praise.

Maritza
October 28, 2019

Riisa is the best family law attorney. Her and her staff are professional and knowledgeable as well as considerate to our needs. My husband and I have utilized her services for the last 5 years and have been very happy with every outcome. Riisa knows her stuff and has always given us sensible and honest advice. She conducts herself with unwavering integrity and commitment! We have and will continue to recommend her to anyone we know!! We are so glad to have her on our side!

Chantal
April 8, 2019

Riisa was amazing. She was very kind and understanding. She was very organized and handled everything. She was very honest with me throughout my case and explained what each step would entail. Her office staff was also so helpful and friendly. When it comes to something as important as family, Riisa takes her cases as serious as if they were her own family. She listened to all my concerns and addressed them all. She made sure I knew that she was there to help me and work for me. Considering no one ever wants to be in a situation where they need a lawyer especially when it comes to our kids, she made a painful difficult situation much easier to navigate. Thank you Riisa and your wonderful office staff (Lisa, Garnett and Alana) for all your support and hard work.

Marc
April 5, 2019

Riisa was on point, steadfast, knowledgeable, and completely dedicated to my family court case involving child support and modification of my divorce decree. It was a relatively simple case, but it was made super complicated and muddled by the opposing attorney. Riisa handled it with grace and professionalism. She helped me win I would rate her a 10 if there were 10 stars. 5 will have to do.

Joshua
March 21, 2019

Riisa Petersen and staff have exceeded all expectations in representing me in a high conflict divorce and child custody case. Riisa is passionate and skillfull in the courtroom. Riisa has a working knowledge of how the legal system operates and is attentive to my concerns. I now have court awarded equal parenting time and decision making with my two children. I am also successfully divorced. I will continue to use Riisa Petersen in future legal matters.

Aniela
December 20, 2018

Riisa is an incredible lawyer. She really takes care of her clients. And, she has an excellent staff. I am so glad I have her as my lawyer. I can’t thank her enough.

Chris
December 4, 2018

Very caring and professional I was extremely pleased with her service and all the help she provided me

Jason
July 27, 2018

Riisa and team were great to secure 50/50 custody with my child. It was a painfully long process but we came through with desired results. During the process I had a different mind set of expectations but Riisa was knowledgeable and caring enough to explain unique situations clearly and concisely to steer our attention to more appropriate allocations. I plan to continue using Riisa and her office for future modifications as they arise.

anonymous
January 31, 2018

Riisa provided excellent counsel to me. She is very personable, an active listener and truly shows concern for her clients. I felt that she certainly had my best interests in mind while also understanding what it was that I wanted as an outcome. Riisa not only exudes competence in her profession, but is also willing to show empathy for the human side of most family law issues.

Veronica
December 22, 2017

Riisa & her staff were more responsive & supportive in 10 minutes than the attorney I had in place. My previous attorney failed me in a most urgent situation & Riisa offered me advice & assistance when I needed it. I still may need her services & if I do, she’ll be the attorney I call. Riisa, you don’t know how much it means to your clients or even a consult like me, to have your help in such a stressful situation. Thank you.