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Travis has been a long time native of the Reno/Sparks area. After graduating from Edward C. Reed High School in 1999, Travis attended the University of Nevada Las Vegas where he earned his bachelor’s degree in Interpersonal Communication Studies. Upon graduation Travis returned to the Reno/Sparks area to begin a career in Marketing. For the next four years he worked diligently as the Marketing Coordinator for a local pet products manufacturer. Desiring more from his professional career, in 2009 Travis made the decision to attend McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento, California, in the fall of 2009.  After Graduating at the top of his class in May of 2012, Travis was admitted to the California Bar that same year.. After graduation, Travis clerked for the Honorable Thomas L. Stockard and Honorable Robert E. Estes in The Tenth Judicial District Court located in Churchill County. During his time in the Tenth Judicial District, Travis presided as Special Master over Judgment Debtor Examinations and fulfilled the role of Bailiff in all court proceedings gaining exposure to general jurisdiction, Family Law, and criminal law matters. In July of 2013, Travis returned to Reno to clerk for the Honorable N. Patrick Flanagan where he had the unique opportunity to work closely with a renowned Judge of impressive tenure.. During his time with Judge Flanagan at the Second Judicial District Court, Travis conducted extensive research into complex legal matters, and was able to work on cases with lasting impact in Washoe County.  This experience gave him a unique understanding of the Court system and Judicial decision making process.  It is this experience that Travis provides to his clients.  Time is money; through pointed and deliberate research and strategy, Travis quickly and effectively navigates the legal complexities of his individual cases, resulting in favorable client outcomes at lower costs to the client.

Raymond E. Oster is a board-certified Family Law Specialist and a partner at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. At the firm, he represents clients in a wide range of family law matters, including cases involving divorce, child custody and support, alimony, domestic violence, guardianships, and more.Mr. Oster obtained his law degree in 1996 and, after the State Bar of Nevada began offering family law certification in 2006, he became the only legal professional in the state to earn the certification during its first year. He was later invited as a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) in recognition of his advanced knowledge, experience, and skill.As a board-certified Family Law Specialist by the State Board of Nevada, Mr. Oster is an expert in complex family law issues. He utilizes his vast knowledge of the law and real-life experience in navigating these issues to help his clients achieve favorable, personalized resolutions.

Please see my personal bio and personal story at:. Marilyn York has over 21 years of exclusive family law experience, unlike many other divorce attorneys who advertise 27 years of experience but hardly any of it is in family law; she passed the California Bar, the Nevada Bar, and the Nevada Certified Family Law Specialist exams on her first attempts. She is always sober (therefore clear headed); quick thinking; and good at math to do marital balance sheets and protect your financial assets.. Marilyn is fully dedicated and passionate about Men's Rights and protecting their children; she is fair, honest, powerful and never over works or over charges a case. She is highly respected by the Second Judicial District Court - Family Division and has successfully represented Nevada Judges and Court employees. Many of her other Clients have been Doctors, Lawyers and Policemen. Such clients love Marilyn because she is so tough in Court. You can't beat that.. The best family lawyers in the Reno area work for Marilyn long term because she exclusively handles family law cases, specializes in Men's Rights and because the pay and the benefits are the best in the area. This attracts the best Clients and often saves them from bad experiences elsewhere.. If you are having serious Marital Disputes, you could benefit greatly by scheduling an Initial Consultation with us for FREE if you hire us the same day; otherwise you pay only $350. You will get sound legal advice, know where you stand and better know what to do next with no commitment.. Before you hire a family lawyer, you should insure he or she has the requisite family law experience because many of the local lawyers advertise lots of years of experience ostensiibly as family lawyers and yet we never see them in Family Court. Be wary and don't hire anybody just based on advertising. Get personal referrals from the legal community (family Court) or from others who have experienced divorce.. We know family Attorneys -   with serious addictions that diminish their abilities and effectiveness   who love to drag out cases by being unresponsive or ridiculously vicious in their responses   that add fuel to the fire to extend cases and always push for Court   that seem to charge huge sums for not very much work   that appear in Court unprepared and are not respected by the Court

Ms. Henry was admitted to the Nevada Bar in 2009.  After three years as an associate in a law firm, she opened her own family law practice.  In 2013, Ms. Henry was offered a contract through Douglas County, Nevada as an indigent defense attorney.  She now practices both family law and criminal defense.   As a sole practitioner, Ms. Henry is involved with the full spectrum of client representation, including drafting and prosecution of pre and post-judgment motions, conducting and managing discovery, negotiation and drafting of final agreements, trial preparation, and the examination of witnesses at trial.. Ms. Henry is a zealous and compassionate advocate who cares for her clients.  She makes herself available to her staff, her clients and her colleagues. She is passionate, sensitive, and makes certain that each of her clients is well-informed and that she obtains the best outcome possible.. Recently, Ms. Henry was informed that she was selected to receive this year's prestigious TOP 10 UNDER 40 Attorney Award for the State of Nevada by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys (NAFLA).. The National Academy of Family Law Attorneys is an organization devoted to recognizing the top family law attorneys in the Nation. With more than a million attorneys in the United States, choosing the best lawyer is difficult. However, through a stringent selection process, NAFLA awards the best family law attorneys in each state with its most prestigious honor of being named Top 10. The very few attorneys (less than 1 percent) that are good enough to make the list have demonstrated an extraordinary amount of knowledge, skill, experience, expertise and success in their practice of family law.. Ms. Henry's expertise, commitment and countless hours spent mastering family law have earned her this significant honor.

Ms. Grieve grew up in northern Nevada and was raised working in her family's business, where she gained many ties to the community. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice: Pre Law and graduated in the top 10 percent of the Liberal Arts College from the University of Nevada, Reno. She then attended Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego, CA. During law school, she interned for the Washoe County District Attorney in the Family Support Division, where she made the decision to focus in family law practice. Ms. Grieve advocated for more than 12 companies during the 2015 Legislative Session.

Morgan Garcia, Esq., is a Partner at Caffaratti & Garcia and an invaluable visionary, guiding the firm to new heights. Morgan grew up in Northern Nevada and is passionate about serving her community and the beautiful landscape she calls home. She practices family law, probate and estate planning, and civil litigation. Morgan has developed a reputation for providing compassionate, strategic, and effective legal counsel to those navigating complex legal matters. Her clients highlight her dedication to personalized service and clear, straightforward advice.. In family law, Morgan handles various issues, including divorce, child custody, child support, and pre- and post-marital agreements. She takes a client-focused approach, always protecting her client’s interests while seeking amicable solutions. When litigation becomes necessary, Morgan is a fierce advocate skilled at navigating family law’s emotional and legal complexities.. Morgan finds that probate and estate planning go hand in hand with family law, as each area focuses on many people’s most valuable asset: their loved ones. In probate and estate planning, she helps clients plan for the future by creating comprehensive estate plans. She also represents clients in probate matters, providing guidance and support during the often emotional estate administration process.. Morgan’s approach to client representation is to ensure she establishes a connection with them, which, in turn, allows her to truly advocate for what matters most for her clients while providing consistent communication and guidance every step of the way. She is committed to achieving the best results for each client while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

Mikye Miller is a graduate of McGeorge School of Law with over ten years of family law experience. Mikye accepts clients in multiple counties in Northern Nevada including, Washoe, Lyon, Churchill, Carson City, Humboldt, and other Northern Nevada Counties. Mikye is also an at-large member of the LGBT Section of the Nevada State Bar and regularly works with Nevada Legal Services in giving back to the community.. MJ Miller Law fulfills a lifelong dream: to run a law practice that puts the needs of children first and seeks collaborative resolution whenever possible. Mikye’s straightforward personality and clear communication style makes for a valuable asset for clients. They understand that each family is unique, but that at the end of the day the safety and wellbeing of children is the paramount concern in family law cases.. Mikye regularly handles family law matters with integrity and compassion. Mikye was Pro Bono Attorney of the Year in 2012 and then again in 2023 for the extensive work done with low-income family law clients. In 2022, Mikye was awarded the Nevada Legal Services – Northern Family Law Attorney Award at the 2023 Nevada Family Law Conference.

Melissa L. Exline, Esq. joined Surratt Law in September 2008. At that time, Melissa shifted her focus from representing business and property owners in civil matters, to focusing on family law and estate planning. Why these areas of law? Because helping people put their best foot forward before the Court in a divorce or custody case can have a lasting impact on a person and family. Melissa is willing to take on a unique case with difficult issues and help her client's navigate the legal process. Providing estate planning services for clients is a natural extension our work at Surratt Law by making sure all of a client's needs are met.. Melissa is admitted to practice in Nevada and California. She earned her dual undergraduate degrees from the University of Nevada. Ms. Exline received her J.D. from Golden Gate University, School of Law. She was author and associate editor for the Golden Gate University Law Review. Her prior legal expertise includes working at the U.S. Department of Labor. Melissa has a broad spectrum of experience. She brings her experience to the table to represent client needs using her background in consumer product law, employment law, construction defect litigation and general tort liability. Whenever possible, Melissa prefers to work with families to resolve conflict, with a cost effective, practical and no-nonsense approach.. Melissa is a member of the State Bar of Nevada (Family Law Section Member), State Bar of California, American Bar Association, Phi Alpha Delta International Law Fraternity, and Washoe County Bar Association.

I have helped clients in all phases of family law, from divorce and separation, to child custody and support, adoption, termination of rights, and protective orders.  My criminal matters have included representation of clients at all levels, from simple misdemeanors to death penalty cases, in both State and Federal Courts. I am very proud to have earned the Martindale-Hubbell AV rating, the highest, and to be included in their Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers.. My practice has always been about helping people when their life is at its most difficult.

I have a diverse background.  I spent five years teaching before attending law school and bring my empathy and creativity from that experience to my law practice.  I am an experienced litigtor.  I spent many years attending court proceedings on a daily basis.  I am here to fight for your rights and provide you with peace of mind as I help you navigate through your legal challenge.  I run a boutique law firm so that you have personalized, individualized service from me.

I enjoy a rating by my lawyer peers of AV Preeminent® on (http://www.martindale.com/David-Arthur-Hornbeck/1070002-lawyer.htm?view=cr). I am admitted to practice in all Nevada and California State Courts; in the U.S. District Court, of Nevada; in the U.S. Court of Appeals, 9th Circuit; and in the U.S. Supreme Court.

I am a Nevada licensed attorney with over 10 years' experience in both state and federal court. I have a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the Ohio State University and a Juris Doctorate from Capital University Law School in Columbus, Ohio.. I began my career with the Washoe County Public Defender's Office, Family Court Division. My love for family law blossomed from there. After serving as a Deputy Public Defender for several years, I relocated to California where I served as a Nevada staff attorney for both small and large law firms in the San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles. During my time in California, my family law work included extensive research on child support, equitable distribution of assets, financial planning, and projections in divorce cases, as well as, dealing with complex child custody and child support issues. In 2010, I returned to Reno, my childhood home. I currently focus my practice on family law as that is what I love to do. I have expended my practice to include estate planning and business law, not only to enhance my practice, but to also meet the growing needs of my clients.

I am a dedicated attorney who will fight for you and your family.  I provide representation in rural and close knit communities throughout Northern Nevada, at an affordable rate.  I offer flat fees so you know what your paying without a suprise expense.

I am a certified Family Law Specialist in the State Bar of Nevada.  I am also an experienced family law litigator and a licensed attorney in the States of Nevada and Tennessee. I'm a Counsel Member of the Executive Committee of the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Nevada and I lecture on family law issues as well as publishes articles on the subject. I provide experienced and aggressive representation while balancing the unique needs of the parties, children, and families.

From the Washoe County D.A.'s office to Nevada family courts, Kelli Anne Viloria has built her career on helping families in crisis take positive steps forward. She has extensive courtroom experience, an advantage that sends a clear message to legal opponents: Deal fairly or be prepared to battle this matter out in court.. While she is a formidable opponent, she is a compassionate ally to her clients. She will work with you personally to help you understand your rights and options. She listens carefully to her clients and helps them understand the law, their current position and the value of their case. She will be the strong advocate you need as you struggle with a divorce, child custody dispute, domestic violence, or other family law matters.

Attorney Christi Dupont is a dedicated and passionate attorney specializing in family, custody, and divorce law. She graduated summa cum laude from Arizona State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology in 2017. During law school, Christi’s exceptional skills earned her a place on the Nevada Law Journal, the Board of Indigent Defense, and the Student Wellness Committee. She also received the CALI Excellence for the Future Award from the Federal Income Tax Clinic and served as Treasurer for the OUTLaws student organization. She achieved her Juris Doctor degree with highest pro bono honors from the William S. Boyd School of Law.. Immediately after passing the bar exam, Christi began her legal career as an associate attorney at an AV-rated boutique law firm, where she provided legal services in family, guardianship, and estate planning law. Her experience included both litigation and transactional practices, with a strong emphasis on oral advocacy and litigation. She also served her community as Treasurer of the Southern Nevada Association of Women Attorneys and as a Court Appointed Special Advocate for Children.. Christi has focused exclusively on family law in Reno, Nevada. Her dedication to justice, oral advocacy, legal writing, and altruism drives her legal career daily, reflecting her deep passion for helping families navigate the complexities of family, custody, and divorce law.

Andriea A. Aden, Esq. was born and raised in Sioux Falls, South Dakota and relocated to Reno, Nevada in 2008 after graduating 4th in her class from the University of South Dakota School of Law.. Andriea has wanted to be a lawyer since she can remember. Having been raised in South Dakota, Andriea was raised with traditional Midwestern values, including a strong work ethic and solid set of core values, all traits she brings to her law practice.. Andriea began her legal career in Nevada in August of 2008 practicing in the area of insurance defense. While she learned many valuable legal skills, she quickly realized she was meant to be a family law attorney after helping out a family friend pro bono on his custody case. Andriea then sought out a legal career in family law with the Law Offices of Marilyn D. York, and has been  practicing exclusively family law since November 2010. Andriea left the Law Offices of Marilyn D. York in March of 2017 to start her own solo practice.. Andriea has extensive experience in all areas of family law, including high end and complex divorce and custody matters, child support, protection orders, alimony, post-decree contempt, pre-nuptial agreements, post-nuptial agreements, grandparents rights, paternity, and many more. In 2017, Andriea became a certified family law specialist by the State Bar of Nevada.. Andriea is married to her husband, Jason, and they have two dogs, a yorkie named Jack and a yorkie-poo named Princess Leia. Andriea is also a not so secret nerd who enjoys playing video games and board games.