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Susannah Noble is an attorney practicing family law and civil matters. During law school, Susannah participated in the Elder Law and Small Claims Advisory clinics, and later worked as an Assistant Professor of the Elder Law Clinic. In November 2016, Susannah was recognized by the Sonoma County Bar Association for her "dedication, leadership, and compassion in providing assistance and care to the senior citizens of the Redwood Empire." Susannah was a recipient of the Sonoma County Bar Association's 2016 Pro Bono Awards.. Susannah also worked as a law clerk for the Sonoma County Office of the Public Defender and as a paralegal in various fields including civil transactional law, business law, criminal defense, trusts & estates, and family law.. Susannah is an advocate for outdoor elementary education and public education reform. Her favorite title and professional achievement is "Mom".

Since Ms. Keenan was admitted to the California State Bar in 1999, her legal career has been focused entirely on divorce, custody, and support issues. Ms. Keenan has extensive experience in family law and her strong negotiating skills are of particular importance when dealing with challenging issues during marital dissolution, custody or support proceedings. She believes in advocating for her clients in a stern but compassionate manner. She understands the importance of being an excellent listener and giving clients the undivided patience and support they need during this extremely challenging time in their lives. In 2012 Martindale Hubbell selected Ms. Keenan for the Client Distinction Award.

Since 1995, Attorney Bret E. Campoy has been practicing family law in Santa Rosa, California.. In 2008, he became certified by the State of California as a specialist in this field. Mr. Campoy graduated with distinction from the University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law where he was awarded the American Jurisprudence Award in Legal Process and admitted to the Roger J. Traynor Honor Society.. Mr. Campoy is a member of the American Bar Association, the California Bar Association and the Sonoma County Bar Association. He has also been admitted to practice in federal court.. Mr. Campoy has sat on the California Bar Association’s Support North Committee, which made recommendations to the California Bar Association, and the Sonoma County Family Law Committee, which acts as a liaison between the Court and the Family Law Bar.. Prior to beginning his practice in Sonoma County, Mr. Campoy worked with the Yolo County District Attorney’s Office, the United States District Attorney’s Office in Sacramento, and the Marin Family Law Center.

Robert Blevans is a Partner at Blevans & Blevans LLP. A skilled and experienced litigator, he has been Board Certified in Family Law by the State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization since 1983. He has been practicing law for more than 40 years, 24 of which he has spent in Northern California. At Blevans & Blevans LLP, Robert assists clients with a wide variety of complex legal issues, including high net-worth divorces, business/startup valuation, family law mediation, and more.. Robert is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and past President of the Northern California Chapter of the Academy. In 2010, he received the Fellow of the Year honor from the Northern California Chapter of the Academy and, in 2013, he was named Family Law Person of the Year by the Southern California Chapter of the Academy.

My practice emphasizes personal attention to the needs and concerns of my clients. Our objective is to help our clients to chart a path to a successful future whether the issue is planning for the disposition of the client's estate or resolving the issues involved in the break up of a relationship. We can work with clients who need to resolve their issues through litigation and with clients who prefer the negotiation and mediation approach.

Ms. Coen is a highly experienced litigator, who advocates fiercely for her clients while fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes each client’s unique needs and goals. Ms. Coen partners with each client while cultivating support, trust, and effective problem-solving.

Margaret England is a native Californian who has resided in Santa Rosa since January 1990 with her husband and their two sons. Margaret grew up in Southern California graduating from California State University Fullerton. Margaret attended law school when her sons were babies graduating in 1993 from Empire School of Law and was admitted to the California State Bar in 1994.. Margaret began her solo practice as a Family Law attorney. She then worked for a large Santa Rosa Law Firm, establishing 5 years’ experience with a large Law Firm, before returning to solo practice in 2001 to become more available for her husband and now adult sons. Margaret is devoted to her community and actively volunteers in several local organizations.. It is two beautiful grandchildren that have changed the focus of the England Law practice.

Kara is a family law attorney who has been practicing for over 13 years. She became a partner with the firm in 2009. Her areas of practice include divorce, legal separation, custody and custody modification, child visitation, child support, spousal support and modification, property division, premarital agreements, postmarital agreements, domestic violence, and restraining orders. Kara’s practice consists of traditional litigation, mediation, and collaborative law.. In 1998, Kara received her Juris Doctor Degree from Santa Clara University School of Law, where she focused her studies in Family and Public Interest Law. Prior to becoming an associate with Conner, Lawrence & Rodney in 2000, Kara was a senior associate at a family law firm in San Jose, California.. Kara is active in the legal community, serving as a leader in various groups. Kara has served as the Chair of the Sonoma County Family Law Committee, as the Family Law Bar Representative on the Sonoma County Bar Association Board of Directors, and as the President of Sonoma County Women in Law. She is currently the liaison between Family Court Services and the Sonoma County Family Law Bar.

Jennifer Applegate has been practicing family law in Sonoma County since 2008. After spending several years as a partner in a small firm, she now runs a solo practice out of a charming downtown office. Jennifer has a reputation as being a lawyer who's good at settling cases, and someone you don't want to go up against in court. She's committed to reaching a fair and equable settlement with a minimum of litigation, but when it's required, she goes to the mat for her clients! Jennifer understands the most effective way to present facts and arguments in court, and has a good reputation with my judges, commissioners, and colleagues. Most of all, she levels with her clients, telling them what to expect and which issues aren't worth fighting over -- so you get good value for money, and you don't make litigation even more contentious.. Consultations are offered at a reduced rate.

I love my work, but I also love to play.  You can find me mountain biking, playing in a men's baseball league, throwing frisbee, running, playing in my band, and generally just having fun with my kids and my family.  It is important to take time to play.  Unfortunately, too many times we let the stress of everyday life take over and forget the therapuetic qualities of playing.  I encourage my clients to take time and play even though they are going through what likely is the single most difficult time in their life becasue it allows them to obtain clarity, which is so important when facing some of the most significant and difficult decisions they will ever make.

I love living and practicing law in Sonoma County! I have been practicing law since 2002. I grew up in Novato, CA and attended Santa Rosa J.C. then transferred to Arizona State University studying English and Political Science for upper division and then staying for law school, but I always knew I would return to the Bay Area after law school. I enjoy all aspects of litigation, but my favorite part of practicing law is the research and writing. I enjoy exploring Sonoma County and Northern California with my husband Steve. I love traveling near and far when I can (trying to get at least a few days of Snowboarding in each season), but also enjoy weekends at home with movies or a good book.

I have been practicing family law since 1997. I am a member of the American Bar Association, the California Bar Association, and the Sonoma County Bar Association. Prior to commencing practice in Sonoma County, I worked with the Marin Family Law Center assisting clients in need of family law services who had limited incomes.. Currently, I serve as a volunteer panelist for the Sonoma County Courts and conduct Settlement Conferences for contested Family Law matters. I have served as President and Director of Sonoma County Women in Law and was a member of the Sonoma County Family Law Best Practices Committee.. In addition to training in collaborative law and completing the San Francisco Bar Mediation training, I have been appointed by the Sonoma County Superior Court to serve as a private judge yielding another perspective to any family law matter.. I have skillfully litigated hundreds of cases and, in addition to providing legal services in the courtroom, I provide inspired mediation services to assist families in settling their own disputes with expertise, respect and compassion.

I have been helping entrepreneurs realize their dreams for over 30 years.  I enjoy working with business owners, whether it is to start up a new business or to improve a long existing business.  I can help you to plan your new business entity, and provide personal legal advice concerning the best way to structure your business.  I can also advise you regarding how to protect yourself from liability as a business owner by creating a Limited Liability Company or Corporate entity for your business.   I work with business owners to settle disputes that may arise between them.  I regularly nandle all legal issues as general outside counsel for many of my business clients.  I enjoy working regularly with the same clients, and helping you grow your business!

I have always wanted to help people.  But after many years as a mid-level accounting supervisor, I felt completely unfulfilled and decided it was time to follow my childhood dream and go to law school.  I attended Empire College School of Law, in Sonoma County, California, and graduated in 2011.  I took the California State Bar Exam in July 2011 and was admitted to the bar in December 2011.. I have been a single mom for most of my children's lives.  I have been through divorce and I have been through custody cases.  I have a first hand perspective of what it's like to be a family law client.  Having this experience allows me to truly understand you.  It also allows me to have a real perspective on not only what you are going through emotionally, but also what you can expect throughout the family law process.. I record a weekly video on YouTube where I answer family law questions or give helpful tips about family law related matters, called Coffee Breaks with Beki.  I keep the videos between 10-15 minutes, so that you can watch them on your coffee break!. When I'm not practicing law, I enjoy watching my son play sports or going on hikes / adventures with my husband.  I hold state records for powerlifting in the USAPL for my age/weight class and enjoy body building.

I am a Certified Family Law Specialist, in Santa Rosa, CA.I also assist my clients with legal issues relating to wills, trusts and bankruptcy. The information presented here is designed to answer some of your basic legal questions. Should your situation require it, please do not hesitate to contact either myself or another attorney.To the average person, the legal system is often confusing, seems unusually slow and is potentially frightening. Many people have never spoken with an attorney, let alone been in a court room. They often do not understand all the legal garbage and can become frustrated with the process.It is my goal to help my clients smoothly navigate through. I strive to keep my clients well informed without overloading them with legalese. My goal when representing a client always remains one of seeking the best possible settlement in the shortest possible time. I am more than their lawyer; I am their advocate, their counselor and often their friend. I have been practicing law since 1994. I have two children of my own, which I believe gives me a greater insight into the custody issues which surround a divorce.. We handle full-scale representation, and we also handle "limited scope" consulting (where we help people do bits and piece of the litigation as they need it.)I offer a free half-hour consultation for all new prospective clients. All inquiries are strictly confidential.Contact me via email or by phone. I look forward to hearing from you!

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.

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.

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.