Top best Family Lawyers Near me in ZIP 94596

Vanessa has successfully handled a wide range of complex family law matters, including divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, property characterization and division, and restraining orders. Her expertise in high-net-worth business and property cases allows her to quickly and efficiently resolve high-conflict family law cases without the need for protracted litigation.. Vanessa has more than 20 years of experience in law practice as an attorney and paralegal, and she has successfully resolved hundreds of multi-million-dollar legal disputes and other legal matters involving family law, business and property issues, and complex multi-national financial transactions. In addition to her experience in complex cases, Vanessa has devoted a large portion of her practice to helping clients successfully resolve difficult issues in child custody, visitation, child support and spousal support cases.. Vanessa earned her law degree from the University of San Francisco and has an undergraduate degree in Psychology from Antioch University in Los Angeles. She has worked as a Volunteer Attorney in the San Francisco Bar Association’s Volunteer Legal Services Program handling family law cases for low-income clients, and as a Volunteer Court-Appointed Special Advocate in the Superior Court for disadvantaged children. Vanessa has also acted as Of Counsel to the National Center for Youth Law in its Foster Youth Education Initiative.

The Law Office of Mujdah Rahim exclusively handles family law matters, such as divorce, legal separation, paternity, child custody and visitation, child and spousal support, restraining orders, premarital and postmarital agreements, and modification and enforcement.. Whether it is legal advice, pleading preparation, negotiation, consultation, mediation or litigation; she zealously pursue her clients' interests while enjoying a reputation for her dedication and skill.

Suzanne graduated from the University of San Francisco School of Law in May 1991 and was admitted to the bar in December 1991. Suzanne established her solo practice in Walnut Creek in 1996. She focuses solely on family law matters, serving clients throughout Contra Costa and Alameda counties.. As a certified family law specialist, with extensive and proven experience in her field, Suzanne handles all aspects of family law a multifaceted divorce, ranging from Pre and Post Marital Agreements, complex property issues including characterization and valuation of business interests, real estate, and other property; child custody and visitation as well as child and spousal support and post judgment enforcement and modifications of orders.. Suzanne is a native Californian with a passion for the outdoors and for her community. She is actively involved with the Contra Costa County Bar Association serving on the Editorial Board of the Contra Costa Lawyer Magazine and Food from the Bar committee. She is past President of the Robert G. McGrath American Inn of Court and the Women's Section of the Contra Costa County Bar Association. She attended the University of California, Santa Barbara where she earned a BA in Communication Studies and Law and Society. For more information, visit her profile link below.

Scott J. Lantry is a Certified Specialist in the field of Family Law and is a Partner with the law firm Whiting, Ross, Abel & Campbell, LLP. Mr. Lantry exclusively practices family law and is committed to empowering his clients to resolve disputed issues on terms most favorable to the client and his/her children, either by mutual agreement or by focused and efficient family court litigation.. Continuously since 2017, Mr. Lantry has been selected for inclusion in the Northern California Super Lawyers® Rising Stars List. Less than 2.5% of attorneys in Northern California are named to Rising Stars.. Mr. Lantry acted as lead trial counsel in Superior Court proceedings that led to the published appellate decision In re Marriage of MacIlwaine, a case that made new law in California regarding the treatment of extraordinary income from stock option compensation that may exceed the needs of the minor children. (In re Marriage of MacIlwaine (2018) 26 514.) Mr. Lantry has since gone on to represent and advise both support payors and support recipients in cases where the payor’s income arguably exceeds the children’s needs under section 4057(b)(3), and where the support obligation is based on income from all forms of equity compensation.. Mr. Lantry has been qualified to testify as an expert in the field of California Family Law.. Mr. Lantry joined Whiting, Ross, Abel & Campbell, LLP in 2004, working as a File Room Clerk. When he passed the California Bar in 2008, he became a member of the team of family law attorneys at the firm. Mr. Lantry took a two-year hiatus from the firm during which time he represented airlines and aerospace companies in civil litigation primarily in the United States District Courts of California. Since his return to the firm, he represents clients through all phases of family law litigation including filing of initial court documents, complying with all discovery and disclosure requirements, settlement proceedings, and trial.

PROTECTING YOUR RIGHTS AND FUTURE FOR OVER 30 YEARS. I have been defending the rights of people arrested and accused of criminal offenses for over 30 years. I have personally handled thousands of criminal cases in my career, and my clients have included students, parents, husbands, wives, career criminals, professionals, and CEO's of large corporations.. My goal is simple: to represent your legal interests with the utmost diligence, excellence, and compassion.  I understand that privacy is important to my clients. I have had many high profile cases and I have declined appearances on Oprah, Dr. Phil, The Today Show, and Good Morning America for the purpose of protecting my clients' privacy. Promoting or marketing my business is not my priority; the outcome of my clients' cases and their privacy takes precedence.. My philosophy is simple: I believe in quality representation at all stages of the criminal proceedings, such as before, and after arrest, through all proceedings in court, and I am always available to my clients when the case is closed.. The criminal process can be very confusing and intimidating for the accused and the accused's family. Thus, I believe in educating my clients and their families not only on the judicial process, but also on every legal aspect relevant to the case.. When you call I will give you honest answers. Beware of lawyers who claim they never lost a trial or that you need a team of lawyers to defend you.. I am most proud of the cases that never made it to court. I look forward to meeting you and/or your family.

Prior to law school, Rebecca obtained her Bachelor's Degree in Legal Studies and worked as a paralegal.  During law school, she focused on family law and advocacy for survivors of domestic violence.  Upon receiving her law degree, she received Certificates for her work Family Law and Public Interest.  Rebecca grew her practice with family law and domestic violence law at the Family Justic Center in Concord, California.  She now is an associate attorney continuing this work in Walnut Creek, CA.

Pamela Marraccini devotes her practice to assisting clients with their family law matters. She has over 17 years of experience being a forceful advocate addressing the issues surrounding her client’s divorce and associated issues including, child support, spousal support, complex property division, domestic violence, premarital and post-nuptial agreements. She has successfully helped clients navigate complex dissolution issues, including stock options, deferred compensation packages, valuations and division of business interests and high conflict custody. She also works with clients pursuing mediation and has extensive experience in alternative dispute resolution.. Every client’s needs are unique to their family’s situation and Pamela strives to help clients find the path that is best for them and their family in the dissolution and custody process while protecting their rights.

I was a prosecuting deputy district attorney in Sacramento County after graduating from law school. I subsequently transitioned to private practice and am now a partner at Pfeiffer Law, LLP. I am licensed to practice in California, Colorado and Washington.I started working for my current firm in March of 2010 and became a partner in August of 2016. Our office specializes in all aspects of family law.

I understand that you have worked very hard for what you have earned, and you can trust me to help you protect and preserve your hard earned money, whether I am helping your plan your estate or helping you with your family law case.. Mark T. Blake has been practicing law in Walnut Creek, California, for more than a decade.. Mark T. Blake is an Estate Planning lawyer, specializing in Living Trusts, Wills, Advanced Health Care Directives, and Durable Powers of Attorney; he also practices in Family and General Civil Trial law.. Mark is licensed to practice law in all the courts of the State of California, including the Supreme Court of California, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the Federal District Court for the Northern District of California. He graduated from the University of California Berkeley and Santa Clara University School of Law, and was admitted to the California Bar in 1995.. Member: California State Bar; Contra Costa Bar Association, Wills and Trusts Section, Family Law Section; Business Network International, Valley Business Connections.

I have long held a passion for family law and bring over 15 years of experience in the field, including 8 years as a paralegal with Family Law Group. I also spent 4 years with the Sacramento County Department of Child Support Services and 4 years working as a Supervising Family Support Officer for the Solano County Department of Child Support Services.. I am a husband, father of three children, and an active member of my community (serving on the local school board for over 10 years).

I became a family law attorney to help families work through one of the most difficult times of their lives and come out of it with as minimal damage as possible. As the child of divorced parents, I have first-hand knowledge of how divorce can impact not only the children involved, but the entire family unit. Though a divorce is never the end goal of marriage, sometimes it is necessary for the health, welfare, safety and happiness of all the people involved. I was lucky in that my parents divorced amicably and were able to reach agreements without the help of a lawyer, unfortunately, that is not the case for every person or family going through a divorce or legal separation. As your attorney, it is my goal to compassionately and effectively advocate for you in the most cost-efficient manner practicable. I strive to resolve cases through negotiation and settlement, but will proceed to litigation if necessary.. Family is such an integral part of my life and most of my free time is spent with my immediate and extended family. We will find any excuse to get together and enjoy good food, good conversation and laughs. As the child of divorced parents, I always enjoyed two of everything: two birthdays, two Christmases, two Thanksgivings, etc. As an adult, I have continued that tradition because it allows me to see all of my family without missing any big milestone or holiday. Now that I have a little family of my own, it is even more important to me to make sure he sees everyone during these times.. When I am not with family, I can usually be found with a good book (usually a psychological thriller) in my favorite reading chair. I enjoy having lunch with my friends and colleagues, or date nights with my husband, Jacob. I highly encourage all my clients to partake in some form of self-care, for me it is attending singing lessons and subjecting my husband to karaoke nights in Berkeley.

I am a State Bar of California Certified Family Law Specialist. I have been practicing family law since 2008. I am experienced in handling complex and high asset family law matters, and in support and custody matters.. I believe in personal service open communication with my clients, such as promptly returning their phone calls and/or emails, always ensuring they understand their options and the legal proceedings, and keeping them apprised of the latest developments in their cases. I understand that when a client seeks my help, he or she is usually going through some of the most trying and emotional times of his or her lives. Thus, it is my goal as their attorney to competently guide them through the often confusing and complicated maze of legalities and find the best option for them. I also understand that my clients' time and money are very valuable to them. Thus, I give my clients my complete commitment to their legal goals: whether that is to quickly and efficiently resolve their case to their best advantage or aggressively litigate their cause.

Holly Gutkovsky is a dedicated attorney who handles a wide range of family law and divorce issues, including child custody and visitation, child support, spousal support, property division, premarital agreements, and many others.. Going through a divorce or custody dispute is the most difficult and painful thing most people will ever have to face, and no two situations are ever the same.  It is important to consider how the litigation process will affect your family, and most importantly, how to ensure that your children are impacted as little as possible.  Holly's approach is to spend time getting to know each and every client and the details that matter in their own individual situations, so that she can pursue the best legal strategy while keeping the best interest of each family as the focus.. Holly's style of practice emphasizes the importance of mediation and the amicable resolution of custody and visitation issues, with the goal of minimizing conflict between parents, and ensuring a stable and harmonious environment for children to thrive.  She strives to reduce the amount of stress felt by her clients during the litigation process by working with opposing counsels and parties, and keeping the lines of communication open.. Holly is also well-versed in the adversarial process, and has been litigating on the Law and Motion calendars in San Mateo, Alameda, and Santa Clara counties since her first year of practice.  She has dedicated her career to the practice of Family Law, and is passionate about her work.. Before becoming a licenced California attorney, Holly earned her Juris Doctor from the University of San Francisco, School of Law, and her undergraduate degree in Political Science and International Relations from the University of California, San Diego.  When she isn't fighting for her clients in court, you can usually find Holly enjoying beautiful Lake Tahoe, honing her culinary skills, or hiking through Redwood Regional Park with her dogs.

Experienced With Many Types Of Family Law Cases. Our Contra Costa office is open to serve you. We have four locations in Contra Costa, Rancho Bernardo, Mission Valley and Carlsbad, CA.. Family Law attorney Paul Ryan and his team of divorce and family law attorneys have decades of experience in divorce, child custody, alimony, property division, military family law & more.. Mr. Ryan uses his extensive knowledge of family law to help clients resolve every issue related to their divorce or other family law dispute. In addition to his general family practice, he also assists clients with their high-asset divorce and property division cases.. At Ryan Family Law, we dedicate ourselves to client care and unparalleled satisfaction. Our firm represents people who are facing family law disputes across Contra Costa County and San Diego County.  We have four offices to serve you.. Paul Ryan, our founding attorney, has over two decades of California family law experience and many legal organizations have recognized him for his contributions to family law. As your legal representative, he will put your needs first and create a personalized case strategy that allows you to get the best possible outcome for your family law case.

Born and raised in the East Bay Area, I knew I wanted to be an attorney from an early age.  I have been hooked on the advocacy aspect of litigation from my first experiences working in law offices as early as 2004.  I feel very fortunate to have the opportunity to do what I love daily. My favorite part of my job is earning my client's trust and building strong relationships with them.  My clients find comfort knowing that I will be there to assist them through what may be the most difficult period of their life.  I am a father of two young boys and hope to teach them that with focus and hard work, anything is achievable.

Bay Area attorney practicing family law, dedicated to individualized representation with compassion.

Attorney Uma Subramanian is a family court lawyer with a passion for justice. With more than 25 years of experience in legal practice, I will be on your side to resolve your case during your time of conflict resolution, mediation and justice. I have maintained my law practice since 1993.. I provide complete legal representation in the areas of family law including divorce/separation/annulment, child custody, child support, spousal support, assets/debts division, restraining orders, etc. I engage in meaningful and respectful negotiation for successful and amicable settlement of the case.. Every client is extremely important to me and I strive to get the best possible results to my clients in their best interests. I understand the difficulties of my clients when facing a legal problem and I diligently work with my clients in representing them to achieve the best possible outcome for them. I have dealt with most difficult cases diligently with integrity. I am committed to excellence and effective diligent representation.. I am a member of the State Bar of California, the American Bar Association, the Contra Costa County Bar Association and the Alameda County Bar Association.

Attorney John R. Larson enjoys helping clients through difficult times.  He understands that taking on a legal matter is an important responsibility that starts with listening to the client, hearing the client's goals, then carefully investigating and examining the facts of the particular case to determine a course of action.  Mr. Larson has experience solving legal problems for clients in a variety of practice areas: real estate, business, family law, criminal law, and employment-related matters.. In his spare time, Mr. Larson enjoys spending time with his children, gardening, playing golf, or working on projects around his home.  He knows that time is a precious commodity so it is important to use time to get projects done efficiently to get superior results. Attention to detail is the key.  This is also how Mr. Larson approaches each client's case, every time.. Contact Attorney John R. Larson directly using the tools here on today for a free consultation.

Attorney James Fishel took the California Bar Exam in February of 1990 and passed on his first attempt. James was admitted to the California Bar in July 1990. In 1990, James established his practice in Northern California. James enjoys helping individuals and small businesses solve their legal problems and challenges.. James loves "techie" stuff. He designed and set up the computer network for his office. He even laid all the CAT-6 cable. He picks his own routers and switches. He has written several computer programs designed to make the office more efficient.. James Fishel is a current member of the following organizations; The California Bar, The Contra Costa County Bar Association, District of Columbia Bar Association and the Florida Bar Association.. James Fishel has over 25 years experience practicing law. James Fishel has the goal of providing his clients with the support and guidance they need in the often complicated and emotional challenges of broad array legal issues and challenges.. James loves being an attorney and he really enjoys helping people solve complicated and difficult legal problems. He tries to be a very friendly and comfortable person. His style reflects his personality. Instead of working in a fancy and intimidating high rise, James chooses to work in a small business that he shares with a Home Health Care Agency. His office is not pretentious. He likes to make his clients feel relaxed and at ease when coming to his office. If he is not appearing in court for the day, you will often find him in his office blue jeans or sometimes even shorts instead of a suit. His goal is to make the process of finding solutions as painless as possible.

As a Certified Family Law Specialist, Derrick is experienced in negotiating and litigating a wide range of complex family law issues. He prioritizes guiding his clients through these often difficult and emotional processes with expertise and efficiency to ensure swift resolution.. In addition to his expertise in family law matters, Derrick also brings clients years of experience accounting for billion-dollar hedge funds as well as his prior experience litigating criminal court cases.. Prior to launching Roehn Law Offices LLP, Derrick practiced law at two of the most prestigious family law firms in the East Bay: the Law Offices of Joseph Wolch, and previously the Law Offices of Peter G. Loewentstein.. Derrick graduated from the University of San Francisco School of Law, and earned his bachelor’s degree from University of California, Santa Barbara with a major Business Economics and a minor in Global Peace and Security.

Andrew Ross is a partner of the law firm of Whiting, Ross, Abel & Campbell, LLP. He is a Certified Family Law Specialist, certified by The State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization, since 1994. Andy is a hardworking, seasoned professional, with a compassionate perspective and has a unique ability to assist clients in navigating through the many challenges of California divorce, including those with complex property issues, valuable business interests, complicated separate property issues, emotional custody disputes, establishment and modification of child and spousal support, and other aspects of CA family law. He is a quick study, able to define issues and options for settlement resulting in a reduced negative impact, wherever possible. In high conflict cases, where litigation is required, Andy has significant trial experience and is a knowledgeable litigator.

Alexcis Wichtowski was born and raised in the Sonoma wine country. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in History from Santa Clara University and went on to law school at Syracuse University in New York. During law school Ms. Wichtowski focused on family law and domestic violence work by participating in the Children’s Rights and Family Law Clinic and Family Advocacy Program, becoming a Family Law and Social Policy Certificate Recipient.. After passing the California State Bar, she began her career as a volunteer attorney at Sonoma County Legal Aid, where she represented domestic violence victims in obtaining restraining orders and in custody and visitation proceedings. She went on to work as a Staff Attorney at the Marin County Family and Children’s Law Center, providing direct representation to low and middle-income residents in all areas of family law. Ms. Wichtowski has also been admitted to the Washington State Bar since 2007.. Ms. Wichtowski is passionate about helping people, which is why she chose to focus her practice in the area of family law. She excels in connecting with her clients on a human level and is especially adept at breaking down difficult legal concepts into everyday language. Ms. Wichtowski approaches family law with both compassion and a sharp analytical mind.. In her free time, Ms. Wichtowski enjoys hiking, snowboarding, and playing with her Boston Terrier, Chloe Bean. Her guilty pleasures include Nacho Cheese Doritos, Sour Patch Kids, and Starbucks.