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Carla Hernandez Castillo graduated from Empire College School of Law in 2011. She received her Bachelors of Science degree in Sociology with an emphasis is law and society, from the University of California, Davis. During her first year of law school Ms. Hernandez Castillo interned at the Alameda County Family Law Facilitator's Office. During her third year in law school, Ms. Hernandez Castillo participated as a student in the Self Help Access Center night class, which provides free services to Sonoma County residents. Ms. Hernandez Castillo was also a law clerk for the Honorable Shelly Averill in 2010, prior to Judge Averill's appointment to the bench. Ms. Hernandez Castillo started at Terre Family Law as a Legal Assistant in 2010 and was promoted to Associate Attorney in 2013 when Ms. Hernandez Castillo became licensed to practice law.

Brian Lanz provides caring, efficient and effective legal service to clients throughout Sonoma County.  He enjoys having his own practice, because it allows him to focus his work more directly on the needs and goals of the client.. Brian attended college in Santa Rosa and Chico California and then attended Empire LawSchool, where he obtained his Juris Doctorate degree. He chose to attend law school in Santa Rosa because he could work with practicing attorneys and for the District Attorneys Office, while studying the law. He completed his law degree and passed the bar shortly thereafter.. Brian has been practicing law and primarily family law for more than 15 years now. He previously worked for the Sonoma County District Attorney and the Child Support Department, before starting his own law practice. Since then he’s guided families and individuals through the legal process in all types of cases, including civil, criminal and family law. Over time he chose to narrow down his practice to the area of family law, because he felt he had a more direct impact with his clients in this area of the law.. During his time off work, Brian enjoys spending time with his wife and kids, coaching baseball and basketball, golfing with friends and working out to reduce the stress load of a legal practice. He was raised with parents that divorced and understands the emotional and financial issues they go through. It’s his objective in every case to determine the needs of the client and tailor the work their case toward their needs.

Brian is an experienced trial attorney that has obtained numerous 7 and 8 figure verdicts and settlements. In 2024, Michael Green and Brian won a record-setting medical malpractice verdict of $26.2 million, the largest medical malpractice verdict in the history of Sonoma County.. Brian’s entire legal career has been dedicated to representing people who have been harmed by others throughout California. Brian has experience in a wide array of cases involving product liability, premises liability, medical malpractice, elder abuse, trucking collisions, public entities, and traumatic brain injuries. Brian has extensive experience in elder abuse cases against nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Brian has unique, personal knowledge in the nursing home and assisted living industries, as his family operated several nursing homes in California for over 75 years. Brian utilizes that background to quickly evaluate potential elder abuse cases against those types of facilities.. Brian has received numerous accolades by nationally respected legal peer review organizations. Brian has been recognized by the National Trial Lawyers as a Top 40 Under 40 Attorney in the Civil Plaintiff Division since 2017, a limited invitation extended exclusively to lawyers under the age of 40 that embody the highest standard of trial advocacy and leadership. Brian has been recognized as a "Rising Star" by Super Lawyers since 2022, and Brian was selected as a "Ones to Watch" by the Best Lawyers in America in 2023.

Brandon Blevans is a highly skilled family law attorney and Partner at Blevans & Blevans LLP. Brandon is Board Certified in Family Law by the State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization. He has also received the highest peer-review rating, AV Preeminent®, from Martindale-Hubbell® for his commitment to client service and ethics. He has also been selected for inclusion in the Northern California Super Lawyers® list. Brandon is licensed to practice law in all California state and federal courts and is a member of the Bar of the Supreme Court of the United States.. Brandon focuses his practice on complex business and tax issues related to business/startup valuation, as well as child custody and parental relocation, or “move away,” cases. He is an experienced litigator with over 20 years of legal experience and regularly leads presentations for fellow attorneys, judicial officers, and CPAs on various family law topics.

Attorney Rebecca Cornia completed her undergraduate studies at University of Chicago and her law degree at Harvard Law School. She immediately passed the California Bar Examination and began to practice within a large firm in San Diego.. With almost 30 years of legal experience, Rebecca’s primary focus is in family law and divorce. She also has experience with wills and trusts as well as consumer law.  This allows Rebecca to give her clients a global perspective on their legal issues.. Rebecca honed her legal skills during ten years of employment with legal services corporations, developing and managing programs, while assisting individuals and families with divorce, support and child custody matters. As an attorney, Rebecca has a personal and passionate approach to the practice of law.. Rebecca also served as an assistant Professor with Chapman University School of Law and taught full-time for four years at the San Diego University School of Law. She has served as the legal director for a group of non-profit corporations in North America, providing ample experience in the field of corporate and tax law.. Attorney Rebecca Cornia’s Law Office is a small, Sonoma County based firm with a concentration in Family Law. A small firm affords Rebecca the ability to provide a personal and passionate touch in her practice. Rebecca feels strongly that the accessible and personalized approach to the client/attorney relationship assures honest communication, understanding, optimum results and, most importantly, client satisfaction.

As a retired U.S. Marine Corps Officer with over 46 years of civil trial experience, the focus of my trial work has been on complex civil litigation, business litigation, employment litigation, family law, insurance and defense of professional licenses. I have tried over 40 jury trials to verdict and 30 court trials to judgment. From 2009 to 2014, I was in trial for more than 250 days alone.. As an expert witness in the areas of Attorney Ethics, Standard of Care and Fee Disputes, I have been qualified in several Superior Courts including Los Angeles County, Santa Clara County, and Kings County.. I am also available as a mediator, arbitrator, and a legal consultant.

As a former district attorney, I prosecuted hundreds of crimes. As a licensed defense attorney, I have seen hundreds of civil and criminal cases to the end. I have the experience to evaluate your case and I know how prosecutors think. My insider knowledge of the system allows me to see, and take advantage of, weaknesses in the other side's case that can help you.. My ability to disagree without being disagreeable has allowed me to develop a reputation as a good, strong attorney who is easy to work with. I know how to work every single angle of a case until I find the one that's best for you.. I've been a wage-earner for 26 years. I've worked in offices, gas stations, warehouses, restaurants, and law firms. I know what it means to work with my back and my hands, and I understand and respect the financial limits and abilities of my clients.

Are you searching for a criminal defense lawyer in Santa Rosa who can represent you? If so, it may be in your best interest to contact The Law Office of Joe Bisbiglia. Attorney Bisbiglia is a State Bar-Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist. He has 20 years of experience in the field, during which he has handled thousands of criminal cases. By focusing solely on the practice of criminal defense, Mr. Bisbiglia is able to maintain a thorough understanding of the criminal justice system. With extensive misdemeanor and felony trial experience, he will not hesitate to take a case to trial if it is necessary in helping his client secure a favorable result. Whether you are facing charges from a drug crime, DUI offense, firearms offense, domestic violence or probation violation, Attorney Bisbiglia will work tirelessly to make sure your rights are protected. For more information about the services offered, do not hesitate to contact the firm today!

After exiting the U.S. Marine Corps in 1992, John Henrdrickson became employed by a new car dealership in the sales department.  Working through college and then law school, Mr. Hendrickson graduated law school in 2001 from University of California Hastings College of the Law.  While at U.C. Hastings, Mr. Hendrickson was active in the student newspaper, becoming the editor-in-chief and student government.  During his final year, Mr. Hendrickson was elected as the President of the Associated Students of University of California Hastings.. Upon graduation, Mr. Hendrickson was offered a top-level managment position in a California auto dealership group.  After 8 years, Mr. Hendrickson elected to "switch sides," and now represents consumers and assists people with lemon law claims and those with disputes against car dealerships.. "Sometimes the fastest way to get a resolution is to not file a lawsuit.  Sometimes you need to.  Auto Industry experience will help you decide which best suits your situation.". John Hendrickson knows that people do not want lawsuits.  They want a vehicle that works as its meant to and a fair deal - and when there is a problem, they want resolution.  Call for a free consultation and see how he can help you.

A divorce, separation, and other family related issues are difficult for anyone to experience. I understand that, and that is why I work closely with my clients to help them understand the process and their options regarding all aspects of the case including property division, child custody, child support, and spousal support.. It can be a scary time, but I believe understanding the process, your options, and being fully informed, can help reduce your anxiety and I am here to help.. I represent each client personally to insure your matter will receive the attention it deserves. I take the time to listen carefully to your concerns and questions, and I ask the questions needed to assist you with your matter and goals.. When involved in legal action, I understand your desire to "want this over" and I will take every step I can under the law to minimize delay and keep your matter moving forward.. Finally, I can provide you with several options to structure a fee agreement and keep your legal costs affordable.. I offer a free, virtual and confidential consultation.