State 48 Awards & Accolades

Recognized Excellence

In Arizona Family Law

Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America® 2026

Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America® 2026

Attorneys, Jillian Hansen, Bryce Johnson, and Samantha Brown, who have each been recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America® in the Family Law, Appellate Practice, and the Family Law: Arbitration and Mediation categories!

2025 Rising Stars of State 48 Law Firm

2025 Rising Stars of State 48 Law Firm

State 48 Law Firm is thrilled to share that three of our standout attorneys—Jillian Hansen, Bryce Johnson, and Samantha Brown—have been named to the 2025 Super Lawyers Rising Stars list.

AZ Foothills Best of Our Valley

AZ Foothills Best of Our Valley

We are thrilled to announce that Robbie Hendricks, Managing Partner of State 48 Law Firm, has been honored as the Best Divorce Attorney by Arizona Foothills Magazine’s Best of Our Valley 2025!

Ranking Arizona 2025 – State 48 Bumps Up to #4 Spot

Ranking Arizona 2025 – State 48 Bumps Up to #4 Spot

Help us celebrate the 2025 edition of RANKING ARIZONA!
We’re proud to announce that State 48 Law has been ranked #4 among Arizona’s Top 10 Family Law Firms!

Emerging Leader in Law for 2025 by AZ Business Magazine

Emerging Leader in Law for 2025 by AZ Business Magazine

Congratulations to Attorney Samantha Brown for being named to the Emerging Leaders in Law List of 2025 by Az Business in their AZ Big 100 issue!
This annual honor highlights the most outstanding legal professionals in our state, selected by industry experts and the editorial team. Samantha’s recognition is a testament to her exceptional skills, dedication, and commitment to excellence in her practice.

Phoenix Magazine Top 2024 Lawyers

Phoenix Magazine Top 2024 Lawyers

We’re thrilled to announce that Managing Partner Robbie Hendricks has been named a 2024 Top Family Law Lawyer by Phoenix Magazine!
This recognition is based on a peer-selected survey of legal professionals across the Valley, highlighting the best in 38 practice areas. Robbie’s dedication and expertise have earned him a spot among the top legal minds in our community.

# 5 In Ranking Arizona 2024

# 5 In Ranking Arizona 2024

We’re thrilled to announce State 48 Law is ranked among Arizona’s Top 10 Family Law Firms! Voted #5 in the Valley, State 48 is committed to providing exceptional service in a boutique style family law firm. We understand effective communication can alleviate many of the stresses and pressures a family matter creates and we focus on putting our clients’ needs first.

State 48 Attorneys Named to 2024 Southwest Super Lawyers “Rising Stars”

State 48 Attorneys Named to 2024 Southwest Super Lawyers “Rising Stars”

State 48 Law Firm is pleased to announce four of our attorneys were selected to the Super Lawyers Rising Stars list for 2024!
Attorneys Jillian Hansen, Bryce Johnson, Ankita Gupta, and Samantha Brown were all selected for the prestigious award.

Hendricks & Vincent Hit Perfect 10.0 Avvo Rating

Hendricks & Vincent Hit Perfect 10.0 Avvo Rating

State 48 Law Firm attorneys Robbie Hendricks and Stephen Vincent have both achieved perfect 10.0 ratings by Avvo.
Avvo is an independent website that ranks attorneys based on criteria, including endorsements from other attorneys, speaking engagements, published articles, and other concerns.

Rising Young Professional Award

Rising Young Professional Award

Congratulations Dana Holt! Dana of State 48 Law Firm has been recognized by the Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce for her excellent work in the community. She was given the Rising Young Professional Award for her demonstrated dedication, commitment, and service to SRYP, the Chamber, and the community through volunteerism and leadership

State 48ers Land Best Lawyers Ones to Watch in America™

State 48ers Land Best Lawyers Ones to Watch in America™

We are pleased to announce the recognition of our team in the 2024 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America™ by Best Lawyers®. Not one, but all six of our attorneys made the list in 2024! State 48 Law Firm is built on integrity and hard work and each one of our lawyers emulates that daily in their practice.

Jillian Hansen, Phoenix Business Journal’s 2023 40 Under 40 Honoree

Jillian Hansen, Phoenix Business Journal’s 2023 40 Under 40 Honoree

Congratulations, Jillian Hansen. The Phoenix Business Journal has honored attorney Jillian Hansen by selecting her for Phoenix’s 40 under 40 2023 class. With nearly 400 applicants, Jillian was chosen by an esteemed panel of judges who have recognized her as one of the Valley’s best young leaders. She stood out because of her professional achievements, dynamic leadership, and for her community involvement.

Rising Stars of State 48 Law Firm – 2023

Rising Stars of State 48 Law Firm – 2023

State 48 Law Firm is pleased to announce four of our attorneys were peer selected to the Super Lawyers Rising Stars list for 2023!
Attorneys Bryce Johnson, Jillian Hansen, Robbie Hendricks and Stephen Vincent were all selected for the prestigious award.
“This practice is built around client satisfaction. We have the legal knowledge to provide a level of representation and service to our clients they won’t find anywhere else. We value doing things the right way.” – Attorney Stephen Vincent

State 48 Lands Three Top Spots in AZ Foothills Best of Our Valley 2023

State 48 Lands Three Top Spots in AZ Foothills Best of Our Valley 2023

State 48 Law Firm secured three categories in the Arizona Foothills Best of Our Valley 2023 voting this spring. Managing Partner Robbie Hendricks was voted Best Divorce Attorney and State 48 Law Firm was voted Best Small Law Firm (22 or less) and Best Mediation Firm.

Ankita Gupta Named to 2023 Ones to Watch by Best Lawyers

Ankita Gupta Named to 2023 Ones to Watch by Best Lawyers

Attorney Ankita Gupta has been acknowledged for her incredible work since joining State 48 Law Firm in 2021.
Arizona law firm, State 48 Law, has proudly confirmed that one of its lead attorneys, Ankita Gupta, is included in the Best Lawyers® list of 2023 Ones to Watch, further underlining her position as one of the region’s top performers at both the trial and appellate court level.

Board Certified Family Law Specialist

Board Certified Family Law Specialist

The Arizona State Bar’s Board of Legal Specialization approved Mr. Hendricks’ Specialist Certification in their June 2022 meeting.
Board-Certified Specialists are Experienced. Respected. Tested. Certified.
“Being a State Bar of Arizona Board-Certified Specialist is a mark of excellence and a distinguished accomplishment. Board-Certified Specialists are lawyers who have substantial experience, the respect of their peers, and demonstrated special knowledge, skills and proficiency in their area of law.”

Expertise.com, Best Family Law Lawyers and Best Child Support Lawyers

Expertise.com, Best Family Law Lawyers and Best Child Support Lawyers

Expertise.com named State 48 Law Firm among its Best Family Law Lawyers and Best Child Support Lawyers on January 10, 2022.
In the Family Law category, Expertise.com reviewed 173 law firms and analyzed them for reputation and professionalism, including using mystery shoppers to shop the firms. From there, Expertise assigned the firms a grade and picked the 32 firms (Top 18%) that scored well enough to be considered among the best.

AZ Foothills Best Divorce Firm of the Valley 2022

AZ Foothills Best Divorce Firm of the Valley 2022

State 48 Law Firm was selected Best Divorce Attorney Firm by AZ Foothills Magazine’s Best of Our Valley 2022, it was announced on December 15, 2021.
The Best of Our Valley selection is one of the most coveted and recognizable awards given out to companies and professionals in the Phoenix Metropolitan Area.

Best Places to Work, Phoenix Business Journal

Best Places to Work, Phoenix Business Journal

State 48 Law Firm was named one of the best places to work by the Phoenix Business Journal on November 4, 2021.
State 48 Law Firm was recognized in the Micro-sized Business Category, which describes companies with between 10 and 15 employees.

Hendricks and Vincent named to Super Lawyers Rising Stars

Hendricks and Vincent named to Super Lawyers Rising Stars

State 48 Law Firm lawyers Robbie Hendricks and Stephen Vincent were designated “Rising Stars” by SuperLawyers. This highly coveted award is given out only to the Top 2.5% of attorneys annually and is attorney peer sparked.

Hendricks – The Top 100 Lawyers in Arizona for 2022

Hendricks – The Top 100 Lawyers in Arizona for 2022

State 48 Law Firm managing partner was named one of the Top 100 Lawyers in Arizona by AZ Big Media and the AZ Business Journal.
Robbie Hendricks is one of just six family law attorneys to make the list. He is also one of the few attorneys under the age of 40 to be listed among the Top 100 attorneys in the state.

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