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Vanessa Candelaria
Walnut Creek, CA Divorce Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Divorce, Domestic Violence, Estate Planning and Family
Golden Gate University School of Law
Throughout her legal career, Vanessa has practiced exclusively in family law. With her legal training and knowledge, she provides compassion and advocacy for her clients. Vanessa’s experience working on a broad spectrum of family law matters include divorce, pre-divorce counseling and planning, premarital agreements, complex marital property issues, high conflict child custody disputes, child and spousal support issues and domestic violence prevention and defense. Vanessa protects her clients’ assets and the best interests of her clients and their children. She represents clients in public court and before private judicial officers. In addition, she serves as a consulting attorney for clients...
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Rachel P Holmes
Danville, CA Divorce Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Divorce and Family
Griffith University
Rachel is an Attorney at Doyle Quane. She practices exclusively family law and specializes in high asset cases. Being admitted as an attorney in both Australia and California, Rachel can assist with both Australian and California family law matters.
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M. Colby Freeman
Danville, CA Divorce Attorney with 15 years of experience
Divorce and Family
Golden Gate University School of Law and University of San Francisco School of Law
Colby combines aggressive advocacy and compassion to assist clients through difficult times. Dedicated to helping clients navigate through complex legal matters with integrity, Colby has a tough yet sensitive approach to divorce and family law. Common sense and tenacity are hallmarks of his advocacy. Colby is a graduate of the University of California at Berkeley, where he earned a B.A. in Rhetoric, with a minor in Celtic Studies, and a J.D. from the University of San Francisco (USF) School of Law, where he was the Student Commencement Speaker at his law school graduation, the Co-Chair of the USF Public...
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Kristine Stewart
San Francisco, CA Divorce Attorney with 15 years of experience
Divorce and Family
Golden Gate University School of Law
Kristine is an experienced litigator with extensive training in mediation and alternative dispute resolution. Kristine returned to school in 2005 as a single parent following her own divorce, and her commitment to her clients is grounded in having personally experienced the stress and uncertainty that often goes hand in hand with even the most amicable of divorces.
Kristine strongly believes in the importance of reducing the level of conflict whenever possible, regardless of which process option is utilized. This is particularly true when there are children
Kristine can assist with premarital agreements, parentage actions, post-marital agreements, dissolution and legal separation, and with...
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Brent K Kaspar
Corte Madera, CA Divorce Attorney
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
University of Tulsa College of Law
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Daniel Jensen
San Jose, CA Divorce Lawyer with 43 years of experience
Divorce, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Family
Lincoln University
Daniel Jensen has truly established himself as a top lawyer in Santa Clara County. In fact, Jensen has been selected five times by the San Jose Magazine as one of Silicon Valley's Best Lawyers in Criminal Law and Family Law. As a former police officer and sergeant, Jensen has great knowledge when it comes to effectively defending his clients in state and federal courts. If you or a loved one are in need of legal guidance, Daniel Jensen may be able help. Learn more by calling the The Law Office of Daniel Jensen, P.C. at (408) 296-4100.
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Natalie Daprile
San Jose, CA Divorce Attorney with 33 years of experience
Divorce and Family
University of San Francisco School of Law
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Kristine Fowler Cirby
Larkspur, CA Divorce Attorney with 33 years of experience
(415) 332-0222
101 Larkspur Landing Circle Suite 311
Larkspur, CA 94939
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
U of San Francisco School of Law
Family law issues, being deeply personal, can significantly disrupt your life. I approach these sensitive matters with compassion and care. I will be straightforward in evaluating the unique aspects of your case, clearly outlining your options, and providing realistic advice on how to proceed.
For over 32 years, I have committed myself to assisting families in navigating the complexities of their legal issues. I have encountered a diverse range of families and challenges, which has broadened my knowledge and allowed me to offer high-quality representation to my clients. I ensure that each client receives the focused attention they deserve and strive...
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Dana Louise Curtis
Sausalito, CA Divorce Lawyer with 38 years of experience
Divorce, Appeals, Arbitration & Mediation and Family
Santa Clara University School of Law
For 22 years, I have devoted my career as a lawyer to helping parties resolve their conflicts efficiently, effectively and respectfully. I believe the quality of a mediated resolution, and of the mediation process, to be as important to the parties as the fact of resolution.
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Michael John Apicella
Petaluma, CA Divorce Lawyer with 22 years of experience
Divorce, Arbitration & Mediation and Family
Golden Gate University School of Law
I've always had a passion for law and justice. As such, I gave up a business career in my mid thirties to obtain a law degree. I graduated from law school in 2001. While in school, I received multiple awards and honors, including top 5% of my class in the first year, as well as a merit scholarship. I received special training in trial work, earning certificates in litigation, public interest law, and mediation. My law practice began in commercial litigation, where I had certain aptitudes and strengths due to my business background....
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Kimberly A. Madigan
Redwood City, CA Divorce Lawyer with 22 years of experience
Divorce and Family
Univ of Alberta
Kimberly Madigan is a founding partner of Madigan & Lewis, LLP, family law firm representing clients throughout the Bay Area. She is admitted to practice law before all courts in the State of California. Ms. Madigan was named a "Rising Star" in family law by Super Lawyers on the basis of peer recognition and professional achievement for years 2012-2014. In 2014, Ms. Madigan was named as one of the Top 10 Family Law Attorneys Under 40 in Northern California by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys (NAFLA). She is serving as the 2015 chair of...
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Jennifer McCall Granger
Nevada City, CA Divorce Attorney with 29 years of experience
Divorce, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Family
University of San Francisco
Criminal Defense, DUI, Family Law, Divorce. A criminal defense lawyer for over 20 years, Ms. Granger has a winning record in the courtroom. Ms. Granger offers a case evaluation so that you and your family can make informed decisions. An experienced trial attorney, Jennifer Granger has tried jury trials to verdict throughout Northern California.
Ms. Granger also practices family law including divorce and child custody. Family law matters can be difficult and emotional to navigate on your own. Ms. Granger has the experience to navigate the unique complexities of family law hearings. Her expertise allows you to move...
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Amy Anne Laughlin
San Mateo, CA Divorce Attorney with 33 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Business and Family
Univ of Michigan Law Sch
Amy Laughlin has been achieving exceptional results for clients since 1992. After graduating with honors from The University of Michigan Law School, Amy joined the San Francisco office of Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe, LLP. While there, she counseled individuals and corporations in a wide range of complex financial matters. In 2013, Amy opened her own practice where she focuses primarily on divorce, business and entertainment law.
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Lisa Robertson Murray
Burlingame, CA Divorce Attorney with 37 years of experience
Divorce and Family
U of San Francisco School of Law
Lisa R. Murray has practiced law since 1987, and family law since 1989, assisting families through the difficult divorce process. Ms. Murray assists her clients in reaching amicable and equitable settlement by offering services as a mediator, Collaborative Practice lawyer, consulting attorney for clients in mediation, and negotiating settlements. Ms. Murray has served her community as a court-appointed child advocate representing children in divorce cases, and Judge Pro Tempore. Ms. Murray's focus on consensual dispute resolution, such as mediation and Collaborative Practice was borne from her experience of the destructive manner in which litigation separates parents' and...
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David Magnuson
Burlingame, CA Divorce Attorney with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Arbitration & Mediation and Family
Georgetown Univ Law Ctr
My family law practice is entirely limited to mediation and coaching. After witnessing the financial destruction and emotional distress that accompanies a litigated divorce, I decided to devote my career to helping couples separate constructively, peacefully and with dignity. Not only does a mediated divorce typically cost tens of thousands less than a drawn-out courtroom battle, but it also maximizes the likelihood that the parties will enjoy a civil relationship after the legal work is done. This is critically important when children are involved. I handle the entire divorce process for my clients, from our initial meeting to drafting...
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Shelley M. Kennedy
San Francisco, CA Divorce Attorney with 14 years of experience
Divorce, Arbitration & Mediation and Family
University of California College of the Law, San Francisco
Shelley M. Kennedy is a family law attorney and private mediator with Lawhon Law & Mediation, P.C.
Shelley's mediation practice includes high-asset dissolution of marriage matters including division of property, preparation of complex financial models, calculations for various settlement options, as well as determination of support. In addition to Shelley’s experience in financially complex matters, her practice also includes mediation for couples with smaller estates.
Shelley serves as a Settlement Conference Master for the San Francisco Unified Family Law Courts and as a volunteer attorney for the Bar Association of San Francisco’s Pro Bono Family Law Project.
Shelley has participated in over 200...
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Ashley Talbot Dean
San Francsico, CA Divorce Attorney with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Business, Estate Planning and Family
University of San Francisco School of Law
Ashley is founder of Talbot Law Firm. As an attorney in the firm’s emerging business practice, Ashley counsels startups with incorporation, early stage financing, employment issues, intellectual property protection, technology licensing, commercial partnerships and various other corporate transactions. Ashley believes that understanding a company’s vision and priorities is important to devising strategies to solve legal problems so companies can focus on their goals. Ashley has nearly 3 years in-house experience representing entrepreneurs in a wide range of corporate, commercial and intellectual property matters. Ashley received a J.D. from University of San Francisco School of Law and a B.A. in...
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Brit Benjamin
Berkeley, CA Divorce Attorney with 7 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
Santa Clara University School of Law
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Joseph James Bell
Grass Valley, CA Divorce Lawyer with 44 years of experience
Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Juvenile
New Coll of CA School of Law
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Danella Rugile
San Jose, CA Divorce Attorney with 12 years of experience
Divorce and Family
Santa Clara University School of Law
Danella Rugile is a skilled family law attorney in San Jose and one of the founding partners at F & R Law Group. She dedicates her career to ensure that families in the community receive the representation they need during a divorce. Prior to starting work as a lawyer, she served as a Parent Facilitator at the Redwood City Child Development Centers. This experience gave her insight and a connection to the people she would serve as an attorney and pushed her to pursue her law degree in divorce law. She obtained her Juris Doctor from Santa Clara University School...
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Katherine Harris Reder
San Franicsoc, CA Divorce Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Divorce, Appeals and Family
University of North Carolina School of Law
Kate Reder is an associate attorney at Wald & Thorndal. She specializes in family formation, divorce, and dissolution for both traditional and non-traditional families.
Firm practice areas include:
Divorce, Dissolution & Contested Parentage Actions for all families; Custody Disputes; Mediation; Marvin Actions. Legal services provided at both the TRIAL and APPELLATE level.
Assisted Reproduction; Adoptions of All Kinds; Family Contracts; Parenting Law including Surrogacy; Donor Contracts for Egg and/or Sperm Donations; Pre-Nupital Agreements; Co-Parenting Agreements; Domestic Partnership Agreements; Name Changes.
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Ariel Winger
Oakland, CA Divorce Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
New College of California
Before starting my family law practice, I worked for 5 years at a non-profit, where I successfully litigated in court on behalf of survivors of domestic violence and their children. I obtained Temporary and Permanent Restraining Orders, Child Visitation and Custody Orders, as well as Child Support.
Since 2007, I have offered amicable, uncontested divorce and separation options for those who want to stay out of court, including high conflict and complex cases involving domestic violence, substance abuse and mental illness. I provide services as a Mediator (neutral third party), Collaborative Divorce attorney (using a team approach),...
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Erin Marie Stratte
Oakland, CA Divorce Lawyer with 12 years of experience
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Southwestern University School of Law
Attorney Stratte's passion is family law. She brings significant experience with trials, highly contested dissolutions with custody, division of high value assets, and alternative dispute resolution to assist her clients with compassionate resolution of these deeply personal legal issues. In addition, she has many recent wins at long cause trials in property division, domestic violence restraining orders, custody, contempt of court and fee awards, among other successes.
Attorney Stratte received her Bachelor of the Arts from the University of California Berkeley in Women's Studies, located in Berkeley, California. Thereafter, she received her professional doctorate in law from Southwestern Law School located...
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Madan Ahluwalia
San Jose, CA Divorce Lawyer with 30 years of experience
255 N. Market Street
#248
San Jose, CA 95110
Divorce, Family and Immigration
University of San Francisco School of Law
Ahluwalia Law Professional Corporation is a general practice law firm located in San Jose, in the San Francisco Bay Area. Striving to achieve meaningful, long-lasting relationships with our clients, we offer affordable, efficient and personalized service. Attorney Madan Ahluwalia, Managing Attorney, has been providing his clients with legal representation since 1995.
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Ami Elizabeth Scarfe
Yuba City, CA Divorce Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
CAL Northern School of Law
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Kevin Scott Hutcheson
San Jose, CA Divorce Attorney with 36 years of experience
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
UC Hastings COL
CERTIFICATIONS:
Certified Family Law Specialist
State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization
BAR ADMISSIONS:
California, 1989
U.S. District Court Central District of California, 1989
U.S. District Court Eastern District of California, 1989
U.S. District Court Northern District of California, 1989
U.S. District Court Southern District of California, 1989
EDUCATION:
University of California, Hastings College of the Law, San Francisco, California, J.D.
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Nathaniel Dowds
San Francisco, CA Divorce Attorney
Divorce and Family
University of California College of the Law, San Francisco
We are a small law office offering family law and divorce related services to the people of the San Francisco Bay Area. We provide individuals and families with the help they need to resolve family law issues surrounding dissolution of marriages or domestic partnerships (divorce), adoption and surrogacy, prenuptial agreements, child custody, spousal support (alimony), and offer counsel and legal services to couples contemplating marriage or domestic partnership.
We pride ourselves in being able to offer resposive and personalized service at affordable rates. By eliminating the crippling overhead and high management salaries that are common among larger Bay Area law firms,...
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Michele Elizabeth Hales
San Jose, CA Divorce Attorney with 33 years of experience
Divorce, Arbitration & Mediation and Family
Santa Clara University School of Law
Michele Elizabeth Hales has been assisting clients with Family Law matters since her admittance to the California Bar in 1992. In addition to a successful litigation practice, she also offers Alternative Dispute Resolution services, such as Mediation, Collaboration and Unbundled Family Law Assistance. She is dedicated to providing experienced, skilled and knowledgeable representation, and pursuing the best possible outcomes for your family law needs.
Michele received her B.A. from the University of California Davis in 1989. She earned her J.D. from Santa Clara University School of Law in 1992. Michele is a member of the State Bar of California, Santa Clara...
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Joshua R. Jachimowicz
San Jose, CA Divorce Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Personal Injury
Santa Clara University School of Law and Santa Clara University School of Law
Joshua Robinett Jachimowicz was admitted to the State Bar in 2011. Mr. Jachimowicz began working with his father's firm as a law clerk while attending law school. He graduated the University of California at Santa Barbara with a bachelor's degree in Physics. Like his father, he received his law degree from the Santa Clara University School of Law. While at Santa Clara, he received honors for his academic efforts in Wills and Trusts, Employment Discrimination and Trial Techniques classes. As a young attorney, he has handled numerous criminal matters, including petty thefts, drug offenses, and DUIs. Mr. Jachimowicz recently married...
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John Henry Perrott
San Jose, CA Divorce Attorney with 23 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence and Family
-- Over 16 years experience in Family Law -- Certified Family Law Specialist -- Good Listener & Idea Generator -- Can Think Outside the Box to Help You Get Great Results -- Friendly Style Facilitates Settlements
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Margaret F. Dellegrotti
San Francisco, CA Divorce Attorney with 14 years of experience
Divorce and Family
Santa Clara University School of Law
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Jasmine Davaloo
San Rafael, CA Divorce Attorney with 14 years of experience
Divorce and Family
University of California College of the Law, San Francisco
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Yselle Dominguez
San Jose, CA Divorce Lawyer with 22 years of experience
Divorce and Family
Santa Clara University School of Law and Santa Clara University
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Cheri Bell
San Jose, CA Divorce Attorney with 32 years of experience
Divorce and Family
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
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Inez Kim
San Francisco, CA Divorce Attorney with 10 years of experience
Divorce, Domestic Violence, Elder and Family
American Heritage University School of Law and Northwestern University School of Law
Inez Kim, Attorney at Law specializes in representing individuals in various areas of law. She is known for her mission to take a genuine interest in her clients and bring fast resolutions. Her clients appreciate her immediate feedback and strong communication skills. She understands the uniqueness of each cases and meets the clients' expectations. She also holds an MBA degree and bring to the table real world business experience. She is dedicated to bring commitment, integrity and positive results for all her clients.
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H. Nathan James
San Francisco, CA Divorce Attorney with 44 years of experience
Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Personal Injury
Lincoln Univ
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Eric S. Beiswanger
Merced, CA Divorce Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Divorce, Business, Collections and Family
Rutgers School of Law-Camden
Eric S. Beiswanger has meaningful roots in helping others. Eric was born and raised in Merced, California and briefly left the valley to attend UC Davis where he obtained his bacheclors degree in political science and a minor in womens studies while consistently receiving academic honors and deans honor list recognition. After graduation, Eric moved to the east coast to obtain his law degree at Rutgers University in New Jersey. While in law school Eric took advantages of opportunites and focused on using the law to assist others. While at Rutgers, Eric was named to the...
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Sydney Elise Fairbairn
Novato, CA Divorce Lawyer with 39 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Bankruptcy, Business and Real Estate
Golden Gate Univ School of Law
I am a Marin County raised person having attended Terra Linda High School, UC Berkeley and Golden Gate University Law school. I love working with the people of Marin County and am very acquainted with the court system here. Please call for a free consultation. If I cannot help you I will try to find another attorney to help you. Thank you, Sydney.
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Ms. Renee Marcelle
San Rafael, CA Divorce Lawyer with 41 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
Seattle University School of Law and University of Washington
30 years of practice experience in Divorce Law; 12 years of Real Property practice prior to that; Real Estate Broker 20 years. Corporate background; business valuations; division of property.
Years of trial experience, but love collaborative law and am a highly trained mediator.
Highly skilled with custody of children at once heartbreaking and often cruel. Serious trial experience with false sexual abuse allegations; true sexual abuse allegations.
Empathic, concerned, and compassionate, yet can draw boundaries because every minute I am engaged in your case; you will receive an hourly bill.
Trial lawyer Trained Child Counsel Mediator Collaborative Law Practitioner
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Robin M. Estes
Santa Rosa, CA Divorce Lawyer with 31 years of experience
(707) 575-5396
Fountaingrove Corporate Centre
3510 Unocal Place, Suite 200
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Free ConsultationDivorce, Estate Planning and Family
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law