Gallagher & Kennedy is pleased to announce that Melissa Benson, Chair of the firm’s Family Law Department, has been accepted into the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) 2025 Mentoring Group.
The AAML is a nationally recognized organization of family law attorneys committed to the highest standards of professionalism and excellence. Founded in 1962, the Academy promotes leadership, continuing education, and the advancement of family law to better serve individuals and families during life’s most challenging transitions. Membership and participation in its programs are widely regarded as a mark of distinction within the legal community.
Being part of the AAML Mentoring Group provides a unique opportunity to collaborate with some of the country’s most accomplished family law practitioners. It ensures our clients benefit from the latest strategies and insights in this highly-personal area of law. - Melissa Benson
As Chair of the firm’s Family Law Practice, Melissa Benson leads a team known for delivering compassionate counsel and concierge-style service for their clients’ most personal disputes, including divorce, custody, property division, alimony, modification of orders, prenuptial or postnuptial agreements, and more serious issues, such as orders of protection. The group serves clients across Arizona, helping protect assets, relationships, and reputations with discretion and care.
Melissa's work has earned her recognition from Best Lawyers in America, the National Trial Lawyers (Top 25 National Women Trial Lawyers and Top 30 Matrimonial and Family Trial Lawyers), and in PHOENIX Magazine's Top Lawyers.
Contact Melissa for trusted legal guidance with your family law matter.