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Rachel Leff-Kich represents clients through all aspects of their marital dissolution action, from initial consultation to settlement and/or trial, and all phases of the process, including post-judgment actions. Her practice includes dissolution, complex property characterization and division, high conflict child custody and visitation, and child and spousal support.. Rachel has practiced family law exclusively since December 2010 in San Francisco and Silicon Valley, representing a diverse range of clients all over the Bay Area. Her clients range from founders of companies, software engineers, lawyers, teachers, to stay at home parents. She has handled numerous domestic violence matters, domestic and international relocations (“move-aways”), Marvin cases, cases involving children with special needs, as well as domestic torts. She also handles straightforward family law cases, pre- and post-marital agreements, and marital settlements, often working closely with financial experts and other professionals. Whether achieving a negotiated resolution or a litigated outcome, Rachel works with her clients to find solutions that best protect their interests.. Rachel enjoys family law because of the opportunity people achieve a positive outcome during what can be an extremely difficult time in their lives. Her conviction, empathy, and legal research and writing skills combine to make her a strong advocate on behalf of her clients, both in and outside the courtroom.

Kimberly Madigan is a Certified Family Law Specialist* and founding partner of Madigan & Lewis, LLP, a family law firm located in Redwood City representing clients throughout the Bay Area. She is admitted to practice law before all courts in the State of California.. *The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization.. Ms. Madigan was selected to Super Lawyers in 2019 and 2020 and Rising Starts in 2012-2015.. Ms. Madigan is an experienced litigator and handles complex child custody and financial matters.  Ms. Madigan is also trained in mediation and collaborative law. She is currently serving on the Board of CP CAL (Collaborative Practice California) and is President Elect for 2021.  She is a former chair of Collaborative Practice San Mateo County.. In 2015, she served as Chair of the Family Law Section of the San Mateo County Bar Association.. Ms. Madigan is a member of the State Bar of California; ACFLS; San Mateo County Bar Association; the Collaborative Practice Group of San Mateo County; the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals; and, the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts.. She co-authored "The Impact of the Budget Cutbacks on California Family Law Courts" in Strategies for Family Law in California, 2014 ed.: Leading Lawyers on Understanding Developments in California Family Law, published by Thompson Reuters.

In her representation of Silicon Valley’s high earners or their spouses, Jennifer Crum draws upon more than 20 years of experience untangling complex assets acquired in the unique tech economy.. Jennifer combines her mastery of high-asset marital dissolutions with compassion for the emotional and personal transition her clients are experiencing. She is among an elite group of California attorneys recognized as a Certified Family Law Specialist.. Expert Guidance in Complex Divorces. Jennifer is highly experienced in divorces involving venture capital, hedge funds, private equity, privately held companies, professional practices and real estate interests.. Her clients include prominent entrepreneurs and leaders in the San Francisco Bay Area who value privacy and discretion in their personal matters.. Known for customized, big-picture and forward-facing strategies, Jennifer strengthens clients’ positions across a wide range of divorce resolution forums. She has gone the distance to achieve her clients’ goals—before private judges and in public courtrooms—and has negotiated settlements that allow her clients to move on with their lives positively.. Deep Resources for Clients. The sophistication of her clients’ assets often requires Jennifer to use resources from her extensive network. She collaborates with forensic accountants, investment advisors, family wealth offices, tax and corporate counsel, estate planners and psychologists. The goal is to optimize client outcomes during dissolution negotiations, particularly on wealth portfolios that include stock options, restricted stock units, restricted stock, management fees and carried interests, and complex real estate structures.. Jennifer’s client-centric approach prioritizes responsiveness, communication and hands-on guidance to help clients control their futures and their families’ well-being.. An outdoor enthusiast and proud mother of daughters, Jennifer is an alumna of UC Berkeley and earned her J.D. from University of San Francisco. Super Lawyers magazine has recognized Jennifer since 2009 as a Northern California “Super Lawyer.” Jennifer is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, where she serves as a mentor leader.

H. Yvonne Seeley is a Certified Specialist in Family Law by the State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization. Her practice focuses on dissolution cases involving high asset and complex financial issues such as the division of interests in closely-held businesses, real estate, and equity compensation, including stock options and RSU’s. She also has extensive experience with high-conflict custody matters and relocation/move-away cases.. Ms. Seeley brings over 35 years of civil litigation experience to the firm and represents clients through all phases of family law litigation before private judges and in public courthouses. She is also certified in and practices collaborative law. For clients who choose mediation to resolve their issues, Ms. Seeley acts both as a mediator and as a consulting attorney in the mediation setting.. Her style of advocacy and personal approach to her cases results in favorable outcomes for her clients. When necessary, she engages the expertise of professionals such as forensic accountants, appraisers and psychologists to assist.. Before founding Seeley Family Law Practice, Ms. Seeley worked at Hersh Family Law (San Francisco), the Law Offices of John A. Guthrie (Pleasanton), the Seeley Law Firm (San Mateo), and Seeley & Madigan (San Mateo). In her previous association with civil and family law firms she was lead attorney in bench and jury trials. She has also appeared and argued before the First District Court of Appeals in San Francisco.. Education. MS, Business, Notre Dame De Namur University (2001). JD, San Francisco Law School (1980). BA, San Jose State University (1976). Publications, Writings, Media. Fox 2 TV News (KTVU San Francisco) interview about the COVID-19 pandemic and divorce rates(2021). Your Legal Rights (KALW FM San Francisco) guest appearance on “Using or Resisting Restraining Orders” (2020). “The Impact of the Budget Cutbacks on California Family Law Courts” in Strategies for Family Law in California, 2014 ed.: Leading Lawyers on Understanding Developments in California Family Law, published by Thompson Reuters.. “Division of Stock Options and Restricted Stock Units Education” (2012). ABC 7 TV News (KGO San Francisco) interview regarding the implications of the Facebook IPO in the dissolution setting (2012). Distinctions. Board of Directors, CORA (Community Overcoming Relationship Abuse) (2013-2014). Board of Directors, San Mateo County Women Lawyers Educational Foundation (2014). Palo Alto Bar Association, Co-Chair Family Law Section (2014). Honored as California Women Leader by California Consumer Attorneys of California (2007). President, San Mateo County Trial Lawyers Association (2002). Board of Directors, San Mateo County Bar Association (2018-2019, 1996-2002). Who’s Who Top Attorneys of North America. Professional Memberships. State Bar of California. Association of Certified Family Law Specialists. Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC). International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP). San Mateo County Bar Association. Santa Clara County Bar Association. Palo Alto Area Bar Association. San Mateo County Trial Lawyers Association

Clifton Lurkis has devoted his entire career to family law and is a Certified Family Law Specialist, having been certified by the State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization in 2009. He handles all areas of family law including child custody and visitation, child and spousal support, domestic violence restraining orders, complex property disputes including valuations of various businesses, and prenuptial agreements & postnuptial agreements.

Allison Dundas is a Certified Family Law Specialist who practices family law exclusively, focusing on all aspects of the dissolution process, including diverse financial issues, business valuation, property division, child and spousal support, post and prenuptial agreements, domestic violence and difficult custody disputes.. Ms. Dundas has exclusively practiced family law throughout her career, and now “of counsel” to the firm. Before joining Morgan Tidalgo Sukhodrev & Azzolino LLP, she spent time as a research attorney for the family law courts in San Jose, as well as practicing as an associate at other well-respected family law firms in the Bay Area. She is a skilled advocate, assisting clients both as a consultant in mediation and settlement, as well as providing clients with vigorous representation in contested litigation cases at law and motion hearings and trials.. Ms. Dundas assists clients with all aspects of family law matters. Two of her most proud accomplishments include getting flowers and a hug from a young autistic boy for helping him “stay with his family,” as well as, a $260,000 sanctions award against a spouse who refused to work and pay support. Ms. Dundas’ vast experience helps her come up with creative solutions in times where compromise is appropriate and strategic trial strategy when necessary.. Whether the case revolves around difficult custody or financial issues, Ms. Dundas builds a team of professionals to provide clients with the best representation and counsel necessary to make informed decisions in both settlement and litigation settings. This includes working closely with mental health professionals and forensic accountants as necessary.. Ms. Dundas graduated from the Syracuse University College of Law. While in law school, Ms. Dundas received a Master’s Degree in International Law and Politics from the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs affiliated with Syracuse University. She is a member of the bar in New York, Connecticut and California.. Ms. Dundas has a blended family with six children. When not tending to the needs of those children, she enjoys hiking and traveling with her wife.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in BELMONT and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in BELMONT and surrounding areas.