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Michael Roger Schneider
Riverside, CA Family Law Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Western State Univ COL
Mr. Schneider has taken a long road to bring him to the practice of law. After High School and having studied in Mexico for a semester, he served in the U.S. Army as a Russian translator. He then studied for a year in Regensburg, Germany. Upon arriving back in the U.S.A., he obtained a B.S. in Microbiology from the University of Maryland and did post graduate studies at George Washington University in clinical Microbiology. Only after working for some years as a research assistant and clinical Microbiologist did he then attend law school.
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Jeffrey Stearman
Huntington Beach, CA Family Law Attorney with 43 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Personal Injury
Western State University College of Law
Graduated Cal State University Fullerton with degree in Criminal Justice in 1978. Attended and graduated Western State University School of Law in Fullerton in 1981 and passed and admitted to the CA. State Bar in 1982 (on the first try). Have been in practice since 1982 and private practice since 1992. I am also licensed in Calif. as a Private Investigator and owner of Stearman Investigative Services.
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Richard Gaines Heston
Riverside, CA Family Law Attorney with 46 years of experience
Family, Bankruptcy, Divorce and Foreclosure Defense
Southwestern Law School
With 46 years of practice in both bankruptcy and family law, I have developed a deep understanding of these fields, recognizing that consumers desire quick, low-conflict, and cost-effective resolutions to their issues. As one of the few dual Certified Specialists in Bankruptcy (from 1995 to the present) and Family Law (from 1992 to 2017), I am often approached by attorneys and litigants needing guidance when their cases extend from one area into the other, requiring knowledge and experience in both domains. Additionally, I have frequently contributed as a speaker and guest lecturer.
My commitment to public service is profound. I have...
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Gary Jay Beeler
Laguna Hills, CA Family Law Attorney with 32 years of experience
Family and Divorce
Loyola Law School
Typically, divorce proceedings are tense and difficult. To get the settlement you want and deserve, it is imperative that you select a qualified, experienced, and aggressive attorney to fight for the rights of you and your family. When you choose The Law Offices of Gary J. Beeler as your represention, you are choosing an extremely skilled and knowledgeable Orange County divorce attorney. This firm’s founding attorney, Gary J. Beeler, CFLS. has over 25 years of law experience, 24 of which he has dedicated solely to the practice of family law. With experience in cases regarding separation, divorce, child and spousal...
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Denise Vatani Heinz
Newport Beach, CA Family Law Attorney
(949) 999-2121
120 Newport Center Dr
Suite 100
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Chapman University Fowler School of Law
I have exclusively practiced family law in Southern California since the time I was licensed as an attorney nearly a decade ago. I graduated magna cum laude from UCLA with a double major in political science and international relations and received my Juris Doctorate from Chapman University School of Law. I have advocated for clients ranging from high-net-worth individuals, business owners, blue-collar workers, stay-at-home parents, and pro-per-litigants (self-represented parties). In each scenario, no matter the client, I have always prided myself in providing the same level of expertise, respect, and attention to each case I work on.
Litigation is not always...
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Scott Howard Finkbeiner
Irvine, CA Family Law Attorney with 22 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce and Domestic Violence
California Western School of Law
Scott H. Finkbeiner is a co-founder of Wilkinson & Finkbeiner, LLP and is an expert in Family Law as he is California State Bar Certified Family Law Specialist. Scott is also a Fellow in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. Scott has dual degrees in accounting and finance from the University of Arizona. Scott serves as a volunteer for the Superior Court as a judge pro tem, Family Law settlement judge and mediator. Scott specializes in all aspects of complex family law cases from mediations to trials. Scott has litigated all issues involved in divorce and paternity cases...
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Anthony Alanis
Santa Barbara, CA Family Law Lawyer
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Domestic Violence
California Southern Law School
I am an active member of the State Bar of California and have a passion for helping clients. Whether it be those facing criminal charges, DUI, Drug charges, Domestic Violence, Misdemeanors/Felonies, getting an expungement to clean your record. Or Family Law issues such as Divorce, Child Custody, Restraining Orders and the Hague Convention. I have had the opportunity to get great results for many of my clients. (805) 245-0427.
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Sara Memari
Newport Beach, CA Family Law Lawyer
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
Southwestern Law School
Sara Memari is a dedicated family law attorney in Los Angeles. With over three years specializing in family law, she brings extensive expertise and a strong commitment to her clients. Sara earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from California State University, Northridge, and gained valuable experience through an internship at the U.S. Department of Commerce. She later pursued her Juris Doctorate at Southwestern Law School, where she participated in the Street Law Clinic and Children’s Rights Clinic, providing crucial legal representation to underprivileged children. Sara also has experience in entertainment law, refining her negotiation skills and client counseling...
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Nancy W. Dahan
Irvine, CA Family Law Lawyer with 37 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Western State College of Law at Argosy University
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Jeffrey Lalloway
Irvine, CA Family Law Lawyer with 35 years of experience
Family and Divorce
Villanova University School of Law
http://www.oc-divorce.com/jeffrey-lalloway/ Many years ago, the divorce process intrigued Jeffrey Lalloway when a close friend was going through a very painful divorce. He tried to help his friend get through this very difficult and emotional period by giving his friend all of the support possible. He saw his friend lose everything that he had worked so hard to build, including his business. At that time, Jeff decided to devote himself to helping others going through difficult divorces. Jeff was honored to have been selected by the Orange County Register as one of the 100 Most Influential in Orange County.In his spare...
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Navid Moshtael
Irvine, CA Family Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Chapman University
Orange County divorce attorneys Navid Moshtael concentrates his practice on handling divorce and family law issues for clients throughout Orange County, Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and the surrounding areas of Southern California. Mr. Moshtael has substantial knowledge, insights, and experience handling all levels, complexities, and types of family legal matters, particularly in complex high-net-worth marital estates. Mr. Moshtael has a great reputation in local court and will aggressively represent the best interests of all of his clients by using his knowledge and experience to skillfully handle their cases. His goal is to carefully identify all client objectives and help every...
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Tenny Christine Rostomian-Amin
Irvine, CA Family Law Attorney with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily and Arbitration & Mediation
Pepperdine Univ School of Law and Pepperdine University School of Law
Tenny Amin is a Co-owner/Partner in the firm’s Irvine, California office. She focuses her practice on family law litigation and mediation. Well-known for her effective and assertive representation, Tenny has extensive experience in handling all aspects of family law cases ranging from mediations to trials involving child custody and child support, spousal support, and division of property. Committed to the intelligent and effective representation of her clients, Tenny focuses her practice on intricate custody disputes as well as cases involving the characterization and division of high asset and complex marital estates.
Tenny graduated cum laude from the University of...
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Lauren Mullee
Irvine, CA Family Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Family and Divorce
University of San Diego School of Law
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Backed by years of experience and a strong reputation in the legal community, Attorney and Certified Family Law Specialist Lauren Mullee possesses the necessary skills and talent to help you move through a smooth process no matter what your family law related matter may be. Due to her compassionate outlook, she creates an atmosphere that allows her clients to feel safe. Over the years, she has acquired the necessary skill set to help people facing complex family issues such as child support, child custody, paternity/parentage, divorce, legal separation, as well as...
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Brian Glenn Seastrom
Irvine, CA Family Law Attorney with 23 years of experience
Family and Divorce
Loyola Law School
Orange County divorce attorney Brian Seastrom works with his clients to achieve their family law needs. He has been rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell and awarded "Super Lawyer" and "Rising Star" for multiple years by Super Lawyers Magazine.
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Leann K. Kaufman
Irvine, CA Family Law Lawyer with 17 years of experience
Family, Arbitration & Mediation and Divorce
Chapman University Fowler School of Law
Leann Kaufman is a Certified Specialist in Family Law* with a focus on settlement oriented divorce and mediation. She is very effective at handling complex child custody issues. Ms. Kaufman can handle all matters related to divorce and enjoys working with parties that want to minimize stress, maintain control over the ability to make their own decisions and preserve wealth. Divorce is a transition, not an end, especially if there are children involved.
Ms. Kaufman has practiced exclusively in Family Law since being admitted to the bar in 2007. Ms. Kaufman has a passion for helping families in transition, so practicing...
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Parvin Wiliani
Costa Mesa, CA Family Law Lawyer with 25 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Immigration and Personal Injury
Western State College of Law at Argosy University
Parvin Wiliani-Malek is an experienced attorney known for her devotion to her clients and devotion to immigration and nationality law. She has extensive knowledge of all types of immigration law, including deportation, cancellation of removal, adjustment of status, marriage-based green cards, extreme hardship waivers, naturalization, citizenship, mandamus litigation for unreasonable naturalization delays, consular interviews, consular appeals, fiancé visas, and many other areas of immigration law.
Parvin attended the University of Texas-Arlington for her undergraduate degree in biochemistry, but decided to switch her focus to law. Ever since she was young she had a strong passion in advocating for others. In 1994...
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Gene Woo
Arroyo Grande, CA Family Law Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Bankruptcy, Divorce and Estate Planning
University of San Diego School of Law
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Leslie L Niven
Tustin, CA Family Law Attorney with 30 years of experience
Family, Business, Divorce and Personal Injury
American COL and Queensland University of Technology
Admitted to practice in California, Australia, England and Wales and has practiced in the areas of Family Law, Personal Injury, Probate and Business since 1995. She has extensive experience in Personal Injury, having practiced in that field in both California and Australia. In addition to Personal Injury, Leslie's practice emphasizes Probate as well as Family Law and Business, both local and international.
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Alex Ruiz
Corona, CA Family Law Lawyer
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
Chapman University Fowler School of Law
Alex E. Ruiz is a dedicated Family Law attorney with a Juris Doctor from Chapman University Fowler School of Law and a Bachelor of Science in Business & Society from La Sierra University. Throughout law school and beyond, Alex demonstrated his commitment to assisting others. He interned at Self Help Centers in Santa Ana and Norwalk, leading workshops for self-represented litigants. He also served as a Law Clerk in the Family Protection Unit of the Orange County District Attorney’s Office, supporting the prosecution of domestic violence cases.
As a State Bar Certified Law Student at the Bette & Wylie Aitken Family...
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Harvey Lawrence Katzman
Redlands, CA Family Law Lawyer with 46 years of experience
Family, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning
Glendale University College of Law
I was a Professor of Law for over thirty years. I taught contracts, remedies and sales. I have been practicing law for over 43 years. I have been an arbitrator and mediator for Loa Angeles Superior Court and the San Bernardino County Superior Court.
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Patricia Frances Barberis
Torrance, CA Family Law Lawyer with 48 years of experience
Family and Divorce
South Bay University School of Law
Patricia Barberis, A Law Corporation is a South Bay family law firm founded in 1977 by Attorney Patricia F. Barberis. Mrs. Barberis is a founding officer and member of the South Bay Women’s Association, and was one of the first female litigators to begin practicing in South Bay. She is known for strong advocacy and extensive court experience. Attorney Barberis was admitted to the California State Bar and the U.S. Federal Court. At Patricia Barberis, A Law Corporation, the team has over 50 years of combined legal experience, and is dedicated to providing those in need of a family law...
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Colleen Anne Barberis
Torrance, CA Family Law Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Family and Divorce
Univ of West Los Angeles
Torrance divorce, family law, and child custody attorney Colleen Barberis is a senior litigator and managing partner of the law firm her mother founded in 1997. She joined the firm immediately after her admission to the California state bar. Prior to her admission Colleen worked as an appellate clerk for the Los Angeles County Counsel. Colleen is respected as a strong advocate with extensive court experience. Colleen and Patricia have practiced family exclusively and they are a recognized mother/daughter law firm that zealously and honestly represent their clients interests. Colleen and Patricia maintain close communication with their clients...
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Kyle Joseph Siems
Corona, CA Family Law Attorney with 18 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
Voted a Semi-Finalist for San Diego’s Top Family Law Attorneys according to the San Diego Daily Transcript. Kyle J. Siems received his Bachelor of Arts in History from Loyola University of New Orleans, where he graduated Cum Laude and was chosen to study at the John Felice Rome Center of Liberal Arts during his junior year. Mr. Siems received his Juris Doctor degree from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law. After graduating law school, Mr. Siems worked as a staff attorney with the Legal Aid Society of Hawaii. As Legal Aid, Mr. Siems primarily handled family...
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Jonathan Daniel Winters
Long Beach, CA Family Law Lawyer with 24 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Landlord Tenant and Personal Injury
Western State University College of Law
I am a trial lawyer with over 22 years experience in civil litigation.
I have undergraduate degree in biology. I have extensive experience handling legal cases in the areas of Toxic Mold exposure, personal injury, class actions, landlord tenant evictions, employment and family law.
I enjoy solving problems and I am a perfectionist and believe in giving 100% effort in everything. I care for the people I am fortunate enough to have the privilege to help. I have recovered millions of dollars in settlements and/or judgements after trial on behalf of my clients clients.
I have obtained one of the...
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Eric Rice
Riverside, CA Family Law Attorney with 13 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Chapman University Fowler School of Law
Before attending Law School, Eric majored in Sociology at California State University, Fullerton. He graduated Cum Laude and was a member of the Sociological Honors Society. During this time, Eric studied the sociological aspects of the family as well as crime and punishment. He attended Chapman University School of Law in Orange, CA.
Eric is a member of the California State Bar Family Law Section and Orange County Bar Association. He is admitted to practice law in California State Court and the United States Central District Court of California. His primary area of practice is Family Law.
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Xinia Lorena Guerra
Corona, CA Family Law Attorney with 10 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
Xinia L. Williams brings a wealth of legal experience and a compassionate approach to her clients.
Xinia has delved into a diverse range of Family Law cases, fearlessly tackling challenges in divorce, child custody, guardianships, unlawful detainers, bankruptcy, criminal cases/DUIs, and more. This varied background has shaped her into the compassionate, professional, and selfless attorney she is today.
In the realm of Family Law, Xinia stands out for her real-world understanding, stemming from her role as a mother of two young children. She believes in being not just a legal advocate but a teacher at heart, guiding clients through some of life's...
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Deloise Elizabeth Tritt
Garden Grove, CA Family Law Attorney with 34 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce and Domestic Violence
San Joaquin College of Law
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Melissa Roudabush
Orange, CA Family Law Attorney with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Domestic Violence
UCLA School of Law
Mrs. Roudabush is a Senior Partner at R & S Law Group, LLP. Mrs. Roudabush is passionate about helping her clients find long-term solutions as peacefully as possible. Throughout her legal career, Mrs. Roudabush has worked in private practice, devoting her time to helping families. Mrs. Roudabush has spent time as a Managing Attorney in a busy family law practice and has also served clients in the areas of probate law, civil litigation, intellectual property, tax, and international criminal law. Melissa Roudabush earned her J.D. from UCLA in 2004 and her B.A. in Sociology and Women's...
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Grace Rosales Ogburn
Santa Ana, CA Family Law Attorney with 28 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
Western State Univ COL
In February 1998, Keith Ogburn and I founded the Ogburn Law Office. I feel privileged to practice in a highly complex and important area of law. I am certified by the State of California as a Family Law Specialist. To obtain this designation, I attended over 70 hours of specialized training as well as took and passed the State Bar's Specialization Exam. I provide both limited services (for example, attending a single hearing) as well as traditional full representation (where I handle my client's divorce from start to finish). The majority of my cases are...
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Walter Douglas McKeague Jr
Santa Ana, CA Family Law Lawyer with 42 years of experience
Family and Divorce
Western State College of Law at Argosy University
Attorney McKeague is the founder of the Orange County family law firm, The Law Offices of W. Douglas McKeague. For more than 30 years, Mr. McKeague has been dedicated to helping individuals as they go through divorce and other family law proceedings. He is committed to helping his clients obtain favorable solutions both in and out of the courtroom. If you are interested in retaining the representation of Attorney McKeague, be sure to contact the firm today.
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Kyle Puro
Long Beach, CA Family Law Attorney with 10 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Kyle R. Puro, Esq. is an attorney practicing family and juvenile dependency law in Los Angeles and Orange Counties. Prior to starting The Law Offices of Kyle R. Puro, Mr. Puro worked as a court appointed attorney for the Los Angeles Dependency Lawyers, Inc. (LADL) representing parents involved in the Los Angeles County Foster Care System. As a court appointed attorney, he has litigated hundreds of cases involving the abuse and neglect of children. Mr. Puro has litigated negligent death of children cases, sexual abuse, serious physical abuse involving broken bones, substance abuse, and domestic violence cases. ...
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Keith Foster Carr
Palo Alto, CA Family Law Lawyer with 37 years of experience
Family, Bankruptcy, Divorce and Estate Planning
UCLA School of Law
Attorney Keith F. Carr has over 30 years experience in Bankruptcy and Divorce. The Law Offices of Keith F. Carr has served the Northern California community since 1988. Since the business was established, we have helped clients save their homes and businesses and get their finances back on track through bankruptcy.
The Law Offices of Keith F. Carr has helped spouses get through the emotional pain of divorce and has advised and represented them in all family law and divorce proceedings. Attorney Keith F. Carr will take the time to listen to your concerns and work diligently to champion your...
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William M. Kaufman
Mountain View, CA Family Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Construction, Divorce and Insurance Defense
Santa Clara University School of Law and University of Arizona
William Kaufman has been a litigator throughout his career and has extensive experience in multiple practice areas of civil litigation. Mr. Kaufman’s legal career began representing individuals in bankruptcy and family law matters. Over the last several years, his focus has been exclusively on construction litigation. Prior to joining Lockhart Park. LLP, Mr. Kaufman was an associate attorney at Leonidou & Rosin representing large general contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers in construction litigation matters involving mechanic’s liens, stop payment notice, payment bonds and delay claims. Thereafter, Mr. Kaufman was a senior associate at LaMore, Brazier, Riddle &...
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Swapna Anthoor
Fremont, CA Family Law Attorney with 16 years of experience
Family, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning
Golden Gate University School of Law
As founder of the Anthoor Law Group, APC, Swampa Anthoor guides Fremont residents through the estate planning process. She has law licenses in both India and California, and can assist with legal concerns involving both jurisdictions. Her firm also provides legal representation in matters of family law and business law. Attorney Anthoor is a member of the California State Bar and Bar Council of India. In addition to English, she can aid clients in Malayalam, Hindi and Tamil. To learn more, please contact her firm today and receive a free consultation
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Robert Daniel Rodriguez
Pleasanton, CA Family Law Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Personal Injury
Lincoln Law School
"I am a dedicated professional committed to ensuring that you receive the finest legal services available." Robert D. Rodriguez operates a full service law firm located in Modesto and Walnut Creek, California. The Law Office of Robert D. Rodriguez has been providing a broad range of high quality legal services to a wide range of clients, including both businesses and individuals, throughout the greater San Joaquin Valley Area. The Law Office of Robert D. Rodriguez is currently providing the same level of service to the San Francisco East Bay Area. If you...
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George Richardson
Palo Alto, CA Family Law Lawyer with 52 years of experience
(650) 324-4801
(Mail & Packages Only) 3790 El Camino Real, #1122
Palo Alto, CA 94306
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
Stanford Law School
George has practiced family law exclusively since 1989. Since 1996, he has been certified by the State Bar Board of Legal Specialization as a Specialist in Family Law. He promotes the peaceful resolution of the conflicts inherent in divorce, guided by the principle: “Protect your Children; Preserve your Assets”. His practice is limited to consensual dispute resolution. George is rated “A/V (Preeminent)” by Martindale-Hubbell, an independent organization that rates lawyers’ ethical standards and professional ability, based on peer review, for nearly 120 years and rated “Superb” at Avvo.com, an independent service with ratings by both clients and other professionals. Since...
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Brittany Ricketts
San Jose, CA Family Law Lawyer
San Jose, CA 95125
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Santa Clara University School of Law
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
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights
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Mr Terence Daniel Doyle
Danville, CA Family Law Attorney with 41 years of experience
Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Estate Planning
Golden Gate University
Certified Family Law Specialist (CFLS), State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization; LLM Taxation; Member California State Bar; Hawaii State Bar; Arizona State Bar; Contra Costa County Bar Association; Family Law Section Hawaii State Bar; Family Law Section Arizona State Bar, Trust and Estates Section Arizona State Bar. The law offices of Doyle Golde Grossman Family Law Group provides family law, divorce, estate planning and trust administration services in the Contra Costa County providing the community with deep legal talent and a professional result based representation.
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Tammy J Mercado
San Ramon, CA Family Law Attorney
Tammy J. Mercado has a passion for helping her clients achieve their desired result. She listens and she personally responds to your text, email, or phone call promptly. She offers real solutions to your legal matters. Tammy will carefully evaluate the legal issues in your case, provide you sound advice, and offer you the pros and cons of each possible scenario so you can meet your legal objectives. She encourages clients to participate in their own matters. Tammy believes that client participation is key to a positive result and to keep attorney fees as low as possible. You can be...
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Helen Louise Peters
San Ramon, CA Family Law Lawyer with 37 years of experience
Family, Arbitration & Mediation and Divorce
Western State Univ
Helen has provided quality mediation services in Alameda, Contra Costa and Solano counties since 1993. Her process permits private , effective resolution of legal disputes.