State 48 Awards & Accolades
Recognized Excellence
In Arizona Family Law
Samantha Brown Elected as SBA Treasurer
In recognition of her leadership and dedication, State 48er Samantha Brown has been elected by her peers to serve as Treasurer of the Scottsdale Bar Association for the 2026-2027 term.
Ranking Arizona 2026 – State 48 Lands #4 Spot
We’re proud to announce that State 48 Law has been ranked #4 among Arizona’s Top 10 Family Law Firms!
Help us celebrate the 2026 edition of RANKING ARIZONA!
Business Volunteer of the Year Award
Our Community Liaison and Marketing Director, Dana Holt, received the Dale B. Fingerish Volunteer of the Year Award from the Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce.
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: ArbitrationThis is a process where the parties agree to use a third party (someone other than the judge) to hear and decide the case. The advantage of arbitration is that the parties can agree on who will hear and decide their case (usually, it is a family law attorney, unaffiliated with…Read more about Arbitration and MediationA common settlement method where the parties use a mediator, a neutral third party, to negotiate a settlement. Family law mediations usually involve the mediator meeting separately with each party and their attorneys. Mediation is often highly effective.Read more about Mediation categories!
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
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
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
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
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
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.
Ranking Arizona 2024 - State 48 Lands #5 Spot
Help us celebrate the 2024 edition of RANKING ARIZONA!
We’re proud to announce that State 48 Law is ranked among Arizona’s Top 10 Family Law Firms!
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
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
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™
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
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
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 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
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 TrialA court hearing in which evidence and testimony are taken, and the Court makes a final determination of the issues raised in a petition. Trials and evidentiary hearings are somewhat synonymous, but the difference is one of scope: Evidentiary hearings are more limited in scope…Read more about Trial and appellate court level.
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 named State 48 Law Firm among its Best Family Law Lawyers and Best Child SupportBy law, every person has a duty to support their biological or adopted children. See A.R.S § 25-501(A). This applies without or without a court order. The term “child support,” though, generally refers the Court-ordered amount one parent is required to pay to the other parent.Read more about 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
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
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
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
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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Any issue or question I have has always been answered. I am super grateful to Jillian because I feel like I have someone by my side 100% of the time.
Throughout this entire process, everyone at the firm treated me with the courtesy and respect that you would extend a lifelong friend, and for that humble gesture I shall remain forever grateful . . .
The best at what they do! Im so impressed by the knowledge Stephen has off the top of his head. The whole crew is amazing . Would highly recommend them.
I've never met such a passionate, organized, and responsive group of attorneys. Family law matters can be emotionally and legally challenging but this group stands out as the place to go to get great help
The team that works here is professional, timely, and has your best interests at the root of every decision. They work tirelessly and have an amazing array of experience to act on your behalf..., they’d always be my choice!
Highly recommend this firm for family law disputes. The efforts that they put forth to a case are some of the best that you can get, but they also know how to really work with a client and make it feel like a team atmosphere
I know some of the lead attorneys at State 48 Law Firm, and have complete faith and trust in their knowledge and professionalism. I would trust them implicitly, with my own legal needs.
Excellent team of attorneys. Everyone has a wealth of experience and a great depth of legal knowledge. I would highly recommend this firm to anyone.
I can't recommend State 48 Law Firm enough. They have a great team of experienced attorneys, although I highly recommend Bryce Johnson! He has a wealth of family law knowledge and will fight for you.
I've known and worked with State 48 attorney Bryce Johnson for several years and know him to be a considerate and tactful attorney who fights tooth and nail for his clients. I would recommend State 48 for your family law needs!
Everyone at State 48 Law Firm is great! Jillian Hansen will take the time to educate you about the process while showing empathy for the situation.
State 48 Law includes a very experienced team of lawyers who will work tirelessly for you. I would recommend their team, and specifically Bryce Johnson, to anyone.
During one of the most difficult periods in your life, it is imperative to find a lawyer and a law firm, who can look after your interests.
I’ve worked with this Team before & can’t say enough about their professionalism & constant communication. Highly recommend State48 for anything family law.
My attorney takes her time, is very responsive, and shows that she does care. You don’t usually find that compassion in a lawyer. I can’t thank her enough for helping us through our case and I highly recommended her!
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