Protective Order Attorneys in Scottsdale and Lake Havasu City

Trusted Legal Guidance Across Maricopa & Mohave County

If you or your family are in danger or facing ongoing threats, you have the legal right to protection. At Rideout Law Group, we help clients across Scottsdale, Phoenix, and Lake Havasu City obtain and defend against protective orders.

Whether you're filing for safety or responding to a false accusation, we guide you through the process with care, clarity, and strength. We work quickly to get you the legal protection or defense you need in Maricopa and Mohave Counties.

Types of Protective Orders in Arizona

Arizona courts issue different types of protective orders depending on the situation:

Order of Protection

For threats or abuse by someone you have a domestic relationship with (e.g., spouse, partner, family member)

Injunction Against Harassment

For harassment or threats from someone you do not live with or aren’t related to

Emergency Orders of Protection

For after-hours protection when immediate danger is present

Injunction Against Workplace Harassment

For threats or repeated harassment in a workplace setting

We help clients in Scottsdale, Phoenix, Mesa, Tempe, Chandler, Gilbert, Peoria, Avondale, Laveen, and Lake Havasu City, Kingman, Bullhead City, and surrounding areas.

Scottsdale Office

11111 N Scottsdale Rd, Suite 225,
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Phone: (480) 584-3328

Lake Havasu Office

2800 Sweetwater Ave A-104, Suite A104,
Lake Havasu City, AZ, 86406
Phone: (928) 854-8181

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Scottsdale Office

11111 N Scottsdale Rd, Suite 225, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Phone: (480) 584-3328

Lake Havasu Office

2800 Sweetwater Ave A-104, Suite A104, Lake Havasu City, AZ, 86406
Phone: (928) 854-8181

How We Help With Protective Orders

Protective order cases move quickly—often within 24 hours. We help by:

  • Preparing and filing your petition
  • Gathering evidence to support your request or defense
  • Representing you at court hearings
  • Responding to false or exaggerated accusations
  • Seeking modifications, renewals, or dismissals of existing orders


We take protective orders seriously—and work swiftly to protect your rights and your safety.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can usually request an emergency or standard order the same day. A hearing may be scheduled shortly after to determine if the order stays in effect.

Violating a protective order is a criminal offense in Arizona. It can lead to arrest, jail time, or additional charges.

Yes. You can file directly with the court. However, we recommend having an attorney help prepare and present your petition for the strongest case possible.

We defend clients who are falsely accused and work to challenge the order in court to protect your reputation and rights.

Meet Our Defense Team

The protective order attorneys at Rideout Law Group—Brad Rideout, Steven Eckhardt, and Carolyn Keist-Gilbert—have extensive experience handling emergency protection cases, domestic violence issues, and harassment claims across Arizona. Whether you need help filing or fighting a protective order, we’re ready to act quickly.

Brad Rideout, managing attorney of Rideout Law Group in Scottsdale, meeting with a client about their case. Known for trial advocacy in criminal, family, and juvenile law.

Brad Rideout

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Stephen Eckhardt is a partner at Rideout Law Group in Scottsdale, AZ. He practices criminal defense, corporate law, and civil litigation.

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Carolyn Keist-Gilbert represents juveniles and families in Scottsdale and across Arizona in criminal and family law matters with Rideout Law Group.

Carolyn Keist-Gilbert

Criminal Defense, Creative Strategy & Juvenile Law

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Representing Clients Across Arizona

We handle protective order cases throughout:

  • Maricopa County: Scottsdale, Phoenix, Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, Tempe, Avondale, Peoria, Laveen, Tolleson
  • Mohave County: Lake Havasu City, Kingman, Bullhead City
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Your safety matters. Whether you need immediate protection or legal defense, we’re here to help you navigate Arizona’s protective order process with confidence.

Let’s protect your safety. Let’s defend your rights.

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You don’t have to face your legal challenges alone. At Rideout Law Group, we bring the skill, experience, and drive it takes to fight for your future. Contact us today to get started.

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