South Dos Palos Family Lawyers

Jennifer L. King was born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area. Curious about human development, she earned a B.A. in Psychology with departmental honors from the University of California, Berkeley. This passion drove her to commit to advocacy at the University of Illinois, where she earned her J.D. cum laude. As a law student, Ms. King took a deep interest in domestic violence. She gained experience at the University of Illinois’s Domestic Violence Clinic and the Land of Lincoln Legal Assistance Clinic and found that her investment in psychology enable her to bring a unique perspective, skill set, and...

When it comes to selecting an attorney for your legal matter, you want someone that you can trust. You want an attorney who listens to you and who becomes your teammate. You need a partner who will help you achieve your goals. You need someone that communicates well, that thinks on their feet, and that follows through. John R. Larson has been helping clients for more than 12 years through legal battles. Helping clients through periods of difficult times and turning lost clients around the corner to open new doors and new prospects for their future. Also knowing how to...

Andrew is a Family Law Specialist certified by the California Board of Legal Specialization. He started practicing law in 2006 as a Family Law Litigation Attorney after graduation from the University of San Francisco School of Law. After 16 years of litigation experience, Andrew recognizes and understands the challenges of navigating the California legal system. Andrew’s current law practice emphasizes conflict resolution in family law matters as an alternative to litigation. Andrew obtained a Mediation Certification and Basic Conflict Resolution Training through the SEEDS Community Resolution Center. Resolving family legal conflicts outside of court is his primary goal. Andrew holds a Bachelor...

Nicole Aeschleman is a San Jose-based family law attorney and founder of Aeschleman law, a full service firm focusing on family law cases including divorce, legal separation, child custody and visitation, child support, spousal support/alimony, and more. Attorney Nicole Aeschleman is dedicated to providing quality legal representation to clients by understanding them and tailoring to each individual needs.

Practicing exclusively Family Law for 25 years. Areas of practice also include Child and Spousal support (establishment and modification); Child Custody & Visitation (establishment and modification); Property Division; Establishment of Parental Rights; Guardianships; and Civil Harassment.

I have served as a Temporary Judge for 25 years on a monthly basis and I am also court appointed to represent minor children in custody disputes.

I serve on several committees through the Santa Clara County Bar Association as well as I have been a Board Member of the Silicon Valley Pro Bono Project for 6 years.

I also believe in...

Rory S. Coetzee graduated from Trinity Law School in 2008 and was licensed to practice law in California in December of that same year. While at Trinity Law School, he participated in the school’s Moot Court program, was the recipient of the Dean’s Scholarship, and was awarded the prestigious Amjur Award for academic excellence in the area of Criminal Procedure. He was also elected to serve as a representative on the student body counsel.

A native of South Africa, Mr. Coetzee immigrated to the United States in 1998 and attended Texas Wesleyan University in Fort Worth, Texas where he graduated with...

If you are preparing to file for divorce, it may be in your best interest to contact Cindy J. Hopper, PLC. With nearly 15 years of experience in the field, thousands of cases under her belt, and an extensive understanding of the family law system, no case is too complex for Attorney Hopper to take on. By retaining the firms representation, you can be confident that you have a lawyer by your side that truly cares about bettering your situation. Get the personalized service and trusted counsel you deserve! Contact the firm today at (559) 342-0003 to find out more...

Emma is a native resident of California. She grew up in Aptos, California in Santa Cruz County. Growing up next to the beach instilled a love of the ocean and all the animals that live within. After living in California for her entire life, Emma moved to Eugene, Oregon to attend the University of Oregon for undergrad. Unsure of what she wanted to do next, Emma spent the next few years working as a supervisor at Starbucks and studying for the LSAT. Emma entered law school in 2020 and thought she wanted to get into environmental law. After graduating, Emma...

Nancy Mass is a Certified Specialist in Family Law and a Fellow in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. She has practiced family law exclusively since 2005. She is a Partner at Lakin Spears LLP, a boutique family law firm which represents clients in San Mateo, San Francisco and Santa Clara counties. Nancy handles all aspects of high-asset dissolutions, including those involving complex financial issues, property characterization, business valuation, child custody, child support, and spousal support, from the inception of a case through settlement or trial. Nancy also prepares prenuptial and postnuptial agreements and works with clients...

We aim to serve residents of the Tri-Valley area in litigation, landlord-tenant, real estate litigation, family law, and immigration.

Philip Crawford graduated Magna Cum Laude from Santa Clara University School of law. Philip has practiced in Santa Clara and Santa Cruz counties for the past 33 years. His practice includes Family law, Juvenile law, Education Law, and Labor law.
Philip is a former Police Officer, Police Sergeant at San Jose Police Department. He is the founding attorney and former chief counsel for the Santa Clara County Correctional Officers Union. He has served as Chief Negotiator for public employee unions in negotiations and has handled hundreds of internal affairs investigations...

Matt A. Erickson was born and raised in the South Bay Area. He briefly left San Jose to attended Purdue University where he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Management with a minor in Economics from the Krannert School of Management. After graduating from Purdue University in 2008, he returned to the Bay Area to attend Golden Gate University School of Law in San Francisco, where he was awarded an academic scholarship. During his time at Golden Gate University School of Law, he won multiple awards, was a member of the law review, and was inducted as a member of the...

After working for Fresno Superior Court for eleven years as a Senior Family Law Examiner, Mr. Nijmeddin ventured into the private sector in 2009. The Law Offices of Raed “Ron” J. Nijmeddin exclusively practices Family Law. Mr. Nijmeddin taught Family Law to aspiring paralegals at a private college for over four years. Mr. Nijmeddin is the former Chair of the Fresno County Bar Association Family Law Section, former Vice-chair, and is a member in good standing with the California State Bar. Mr. Nijmeddin is currently rated as a “Superb Attorney” with AVVO.com and is...

Traci J. Wolf founded the law firm of Traci J. Wolf, P.C. in 1989 and the firm has been in continuous operation since then. Traci J. Wolf, P.C. is the predecessor firm to Wolf & Fox, P.C. The firm changed its name in 1999 when attorney Bryan Fox was added as a partner. Specializing in Divorce cases and family law cases.

Rachel Kimiko Leff-Kich has been practicing family law exclusively since December 2010, and joined Lonich & Patton in May 2013. Prior to joining Lonich & Patton, Ms. Leff-Kich practiced family law in San Francisco, and has worked with clients all over the Bay Area. Ms. Leff-Kich focuses on family law cases involving high-conflict custody, child and spousal support, and complex financial issues. Ms. Leff-Kich received her Juris Doctorate from Santa Clara University. While in law school, she clerked with several non-profit organizations including the Law Foundation of Silicon Valley: Health Legal Services, and Equal Rights Advocates in San Francisco....