Kathryn E Stocking-Tate, Child Support Attorney in Yuma, Arizona
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Child Support and Juvenile · 2.9/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Yuma, AZ
Practicing child support in Yuma since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 2.9 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Kathryn E Stocking-Tate is an attorney based in Yuma, AZ. The practice focuses on Child Support and Juvenile. Kathryn has over 34 years of legal experience. Rated 2.9 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Yuma, AZ
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- Child Support · Juvenile
- Handles Child Support and Juvenile matters from Yuma, AZ.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with CV Notable.
About Kathryn E Stocking-Tate: Kathryn E Stocking-Tate is an attorney based in Yuma, AZ. The practice focuses on Child Support and Juvenile. Kathryn has over 34 years of legal experience. Rated 2.9 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Kathryn takes on
Kathryn concentrates on child support and juvenile. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kathryn handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Child Support cases in Yuma, Arizona
Kathryn takes child support matters in Yuma, 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 Kathryn agrees to represent you.
Juvenile cases in Yuma, Arizona
Kathryn takes juvenile matters in Yuma, 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 Kathryn agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Kathryn E Stocking-Tate — child support lawyer in Yuma
Kathryn E Stocking-Tate is an attorney based in Yuma, AZ. The practice focuses on Child Support and Juvenile. Kathryn has over 34 years of legal experience. Rated 2.9 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Hon. Kathryn E Stocking-Tate is a lawyer practicing child support, juvenile law. Kathryn received a B.A. degree from Aquinas College in 1977, and has been licensed for 34 years. Kathryn practices in Yuma, AZ.
Working with Kathryn on a child support matter
Hon. Kathryn E Stocking-Tate is a lawyer practicing child support, juvenile law. Kathryn received a B.A. degree from Aquinas College in 1977, and has been licensed for 34 years. Kathryn practices in Yuma, AZ.
Clients Kathryn works with
Kathryn reviews new inquiries case-by-case for child support and juvenile matters in Yuma and the surrounding Arizona area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
J.D. · 1991
Aquinas College
B.A. · 1977
Jurisdictions
Kathryn's state bar admissions
Arizona
1992 · ACTIVE
Kathryn studied at J.D. in Thomas M. Cooley Law School and B.A. in Aquinas College.
Law school and academic background
Kathryn completed J.D. in Thomas M. Cooley Law School and B.A. in Aquinas College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kathryn runs in Arizona is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Kathryn has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
CV Notable
Legal awards and honors
CV Notable.
Locations
Kathryn E Stocking-Tate's office in Yuma
Kathryn's primary office is at 2440 W 28th St, Yuma, AZ, 85364-6955. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Kathryn E Stocking-Tate — 2.9/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Kathryn. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing child support attorneys in Yuma.
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How to hire Kathryn E Stocking-Tate — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new child support attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kathryn usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kathryn charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kathryn'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; Kathryn will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a child support attorney in Yuma, Arizona
A short list to run through before you commit: How many child support 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 Kathryn
Kathryn discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in child support practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every child support 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. Kathryn confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kathryn's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many child support practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kathryn E Stocking-Tate
How much does it cost to hire Kathryn for a child support case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kathryn walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kathryn offer a free consultation?
Kathryn charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kathryn's office. Some child support attorneys offer free consults — check Kathryn's current terms during booking.
How long do child support cases in Arizona typically take?
Simple child support 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. Kathryn gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kathryn take my case if I'm outside Yuma?
Kathryn 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 — Kathryn 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 Kathryn?
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. Kathryn will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kathryn accepting new child support clients right now?
Kathryn'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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