Carrie Solny Block
Holstrom, Block & Parke, APLC
Carrie Block, the managing partner at Holstrom, Block & Parke's Orange County office, brings over 25 years of family law expertise from premier firms. Specializing in high-asset family divorces, collaborative divorce, and mediation in Orange County, she guides clients with compassion to achieve favorable legal outcomes. Carrie, a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) expert, efficiently handles complexities related to 401(k)s, pensions, and benefits in divorce cases without external experts, streamlining negotiations early in the process.
Her practice spans divorce, custody, child and spousal support, paternity, and premarital rights. Carrie prioritizes accessibility, aiding clients through the challenging transition of divorce for a brighter future. She excels in agreed-upon divorces, post-judgment modifications, enforcement of orders, and premarital agreements.
Carrie earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from UCLA in 1990 and her Juris Doctor from Loyola Law School in 1993. Recognized as a California Certified Family Law Specialist (CFLS), she passed a rigorous exam and demonstrated exceptional expertise. Carrie also serves as the Associate Chapter Director on the ACFLS Board, showcasing her commitment to advancing family law practice.
- Divorce
- Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
- Family Law
- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
- California
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- English
- Partner
- Holstrom, Block & Parke, APLC
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- Managing Partner
- Dishon & Block
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- Partner
- Dishon & Block, APC
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- Associate
- Simon, McKinsey, Miller, Zommick, Sandor & Dundas
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- Univ of California at Los Angeles
- Undergraduate Degree
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- Loyola Law School
- Law Degree
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- Leading Orange County Family, Matrimonial & Divorce Lawyers
- Doyle's Guide
- The 2024 listing of leading Orange County Family, Matrimonial & Divorce Lawyers details lawyers/attorneys practicing within the areas of family, divorce and matrimonial law matters in the Orange County area who have been identified by their peers for their expertise and abilities in these areas.
- AV PREEMINENT
- Martindale-Hubbell
- Peer-Rated for High Professional Achievement
- Martindale-Hubbell
- Orange County Bar Association, Family Law Section
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- Los Angeles County Bar Association
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- American Bar Association
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- Orange County Women Lawyers Association
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- California State Bar # 167083
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- Many Lose Health Insurance in Divorce
- Daily Journal
- Family Law Specialist
- California State Bar, Board of Legal Specialization
Attorney Carrie Block
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What are some qualities that make you stand out as an attorney? | Carrie S. Block, CFLS
What are some qualities that make you stand out as an attorney? My strength as an attorney is, I know when we can negotiate a case and when we need to prepare to litigate. You've always got to be preparing for litigation because you never know when the settlement's going to break down. So I work in both worlds. I'm willing to settle a case if it's the right thing for my client but if not, we're ready to go to war and litigate the case.
What are your favorite types of cases? | Carrie S. Block, CFLS
What are your favorite types of cases? I like dealing with complicated cases, whether it be someone with a lot of assets including business, including property that might be all over the country, all over the world. I like dealing with complicated payroll, when they get paid with stock options and things like that. I like dealing with complicated custody cases where people live far apart from each other.
What made you pursue a career in law? | Carrie S. Block, CFLS
What made you pursue a career in law? I decided to go to law school because I wanted to do something in my life to help people. To help people with problems they had in their lives. People who are going through their divorce are having a very difficult time, and the right lawyer can help them through that difficult time.
Why did you choose to specialize in family law? | Carrie S. Block, CFLS
Why did you choose to specialize in family law? The thing I like most about family law is that every day is different. One day I'm dealing with a domestic violence case, the next day I might be dealing with child custody. And sometimes I'm dealing with high-asset, financial cases with people that have billion-dollar businesses that we're dividing and figuring out what they earn to get support going.
