Biography

Jillian is one of the founding members and a lead attorney at State 48 Law Firm. She is a former social worker who is a thorough and strong litigator, and passionate about being a true advocate for her clients when they feel they may not have a voice. She enjoys complex cases where she can use her creative side to develop unique solutions for clients in particular situations. Her clients value her great communication and her demeanor in court.

While at ASU, Jillian interned with the Department of Child Safety for four years and accepted a full-time position with DCS upon graduation. It was through her position at DCS that she realized her passion for the law. Soon thereafter, Jillian decided to attend law school at Louisiana State University and experience life in the South. During her time in law school, she interned at a pro bono family law firm, worked at the Office of Public Defense in the juvenile defense section, and gave legal aid to sexual assault victims as a student attorney.

After graduating from LSU, Jillian decided to move her legal talents back to Arizona where she jumped into family law and has never looked back.

Currently serving on the Foster Care Review Board and the Board of Directors for the Arizona’s Children Association, Jillian’s heart is in serving to protect and help children and their families.

In the Community

Current Involvements:

• Member of the Foster Care Review Board (FCRB)
• Board of Directors of Arizona’s Children Association (AzCA)
• Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce
• Scottsdale Rising Young Professionals
• Scottsdale Bar Association