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Gina Nicole Policastri

Gina Nicole Policastri

Lonich Patton Ehrlich Policastri PC
  • Family Law, Divorce, Domestic Violence
  • California
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Biography

Gina Policastri is a Family Law Specialist as certified by The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization, and partner at Lonich Patton Ehrlich Policastri, where she has worked since graduating from Santa Clara University School of Law. Gina was one of the firm’s first associates and, during her 21-year tenure, has been instrumental in growing the firm into one of the largest family law firms in California.

Gina obtained a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Santa Clara University in 2000 and her Juris Doctorate from Santa Clara University School of Law in 2003, where she earned a place as an editor of the Santa Clara Law Review by writing a legal comment on the Barry Bonds divorce case and the prenuptial agreement legislation it subsequently sparked.

Gina handles all areas of family law including high conflict custody and domestic violence cases, complex business valuation and asset division issues and complicated child and spousal support matters. Gina also draws from her extensive network of family law professionals including forensic accountants, appraisers, vocational and child custody evaluators, parent coordinators, and mental health professionals to assist her in efficiently moving each case to resolution

As Gina’s reviews reflect, she handles all of her cases with care, compassion and attention to detail. She uses her persuasive writing skills, familiarity with the Santa Clara County family court system and psychology background to effectively litigate what are often emotionally driven matters, but is also cognizant of the financial burden of litigation and assists clients in making the best cost-effective decisions along the way. Gina finds that her psychology background is particularly useful in understanding the underlying dynamics in a family law case, as well as in effectively analyzing the other side’s litigation tactics.

Practice Areas
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
Fees
  • Free Consultation
    Free 30 Minute Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
California
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Attorney
Lonich & Patton
- Current
Law Clerk
Lonich & Patton
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Education
Santa Clara University School of Law
J.D. (2003)
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Santa Clara University
B.S. (2000) | Psychology
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Awards
Certified Specialist - Family Law
California State Bar,
Academic Achievement in Community Property
CALI
Academic Excellence in Community Property
Witkin Legal Institute
Professional Associations
California Association of Certified Family Law Specialists
Member
- Current
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California State Bar  # 226825
Member
- Current
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Santa Clara County Bar Association
Member
- Current
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Better Buisness Bureau
Member
- Current
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U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Member
- Current
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American Bar Association
Member
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Santa Clara University Law Review
Editor
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Judge Grants Restraining Order Against School-Aged Boy
Lonich & Patton,LLP Blog
Does "Shacking Up" Mean We'll Be "Splitting Up"?
Lonich & Patton,LLP Blog
The "Dirty DUI" Case
Lonich & Patton,LLP Blog
January, AKA "Divorce Month," Is Over!
Lonich & Patton,LLP Blog
Olympic Skier Reaches Custody Agreement
Lonich & Patton,LLP Blog
Independent Evaluations: Could Denying Your Child Junk Affect Child Custody
Lonich & Patton,LLP Blog
Tax Ruling: Joint Federal Tax Returns For Everyone!
Lonich & Patton,LLP Blog
Contemplating Divorce: What To Consider Before You Cut Ties
Lonich & Patton,LLP Blog
Annulment: Cleaning The Marital Slate
Lonich & Patton,LLP Blog
Fiduciary Duties Between Spouses: Respect Thy Spouse
Lonich & Patton,LLP Blog
Actor John Cryer Ordered To Continue Child Support Payments Despite Having Primary Custody
Lonich & Patton,LLP Blog
What Is Income For Purposes Of Support?
Lonich & Patton,LLP Blog
What Are The Legal Implications Of Conceiving A Child Through Artificial Insemination?
Lonich & Patton,LLP Blog
New Family Law Legislation Enacted In Response To A 2007 California Supreme Court Ruling
Lonich & Patton,LLP Blog
Do's & Don'ts Of Status Only Dissolution
Lonich & Patton,LLP Blog
Study Shows Value Of Living Will
Lonich & Patton,LLP Blog
The Dangers Of A Power Attorney Following Separation
Lonich & Patton,LLP Blog
It's Tax Time: Income Tax Considerations During A Divorce
Lonich & Patton,LLP Blog
Marriage, INC.: The Financial Partnership Between Spouses
Lonich & Patton,LLP Blog
The Elkins Family Law Task Force
Lonich & Patton,LLP Blog
Certifications
California Certified Family Law Specialist
The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization
Websites & Blogs
Website
Website
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Contact & Map
1871 The Alameda
Suite 400
San Jose, CA 95126
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Telephone: (408) 553-0801
Fax: (408) 553-0807