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It was my divorce and my need to support my two children that led me to a job in a family law office.  After working as a legal secretary and a paralegal for a number of years I decided to become a family law attorney.  I put myself through lawschool working as a legal secretary while raising my then teenagers.  I understand family law from both a personal and professional perspective.   I understand the emmotional difficulty the decision to leave your marriage brings and its effect on you and your children.  My client's tell me that I bring a compassionate personal component to my practice that helps them to get through a difficult part of their lives and to more easily move on to a better life.  I will work hard to get your case settled in the most amicable way possible, but will not shy away from litigation if it becomes necessary. Call for a consultation.

Deborah N. Arthur, Attorney-at-Law, has built a long-standing reputation in the Fairfax County, Virginia community for being an attorney with a drive for success. Earning her B.S. in Business Administration from George Mason University in 1977, she continued her education, earning her J.D. from George Mason University in 1982, after spending two years at the Department of Justice. Since then, Mrs. Arthur has assisted those in need of legal representation in matters concerning divorce, bankruptcy, personal injury, family law, and estate matters. So, what separates Mrs. Arthur from the crowd?. She understands that bad things sometimes happen to good people. That's why she will listen to your case objectively, then provide you with an open and honest legal perspective on your situation. With 40 years of experience as an attorney, Deborah Arthur is prepared to go the distance for you. Why settle for anything less?. Deborah Arthur has lived in Northern Virginia all of her life. She is married and has one married daughter, Rebecca L Evans, who is a graduate of Immanuel Christian School in North Springfield, West Springfield High School, and George Mason University.  Mrs. Evans is a graduate of the law school at George Mason University and the owner of the Law Office of Rebecca L Evans.. Mrs. Arthur is an active church member at Calvary Road Baptist Church.  She volunteers in both chldren's ministry and women's ministry.

I have been in private practice in Thurston County, Washington since 1996.  My practice is primarily focused on family law cases.  I was previously certified as a Guardian ad Litem for minor children by the Thurston County Superior Court.  I also served as an adjunct professor at South Puget Sound Community College for ten years, teaching the family law (domestic relations) course.  In addition to working as an attorney in private practice, I serve as a Pro Tem Judge/Court Commissioner for Thurston County Superior Court.

My name is David Booth.  I am one of the most energetic and driven family law attorneys you will ever meet. In fact, if you are reading about me, you ought to come and meet me in-person. I frequently out-work opposing attorneys on my cases to the benefit of my clients.  My father taught me how to work hard at a young age and that discipline has been a tremedous benefit to me, and now my clients, throughout my life.   I graduated from Banning High School in Southern California, and then went to College at Brigham Young University.  After my undergraduate studies, I returned to Southern California to study Law  at Chapman University School of Law.  I graduated and passed the Bar Exam immediately thereafter.. I believe that hard and intelligent work is the key to getting great results for my clients. I work hard because I love my family and love my clients.   I have handled hundreds of cases in the area of family law including: divorce, child custody, paternity, child support, guardianship, and restraining orders. Further, I have been trained and mentored by Cameron Fernandez who is a certified familly law specialists and easily one of the best family law attorneys in the State of California.  All of this experience allows me to get the results my clients need.. When I am not working I will be found spending time with my beautiful wife Chelsea and my three children.  I love all sports especially basketball, and mountain biking.. If you have a family law case in California, you should call me.

Family Law Attorney Nicholas W. Richardson understands the importance of listening to each client’s specific needs and leverages his 16-plus years of experience for each client. He creates a tailored plan to address individual concerns and legal issues with a matter-of-fact approach.. Attorney Richardson actively serves the Northwest Suburban Bar Association through nominated and appointed positions. He was admitted to the Bar of the U.S. Supreme Court in June 2013. Additionally, he is part of the Attorney Network for Hyatt Legal Plans, a MetLife Company.. In 2009, he opened his namesake family law office and serves as the primary point of contact for his clients, and in 2015, he hired a paralegal to help maximize his time helping clients. Attorney Richardson handles each case in the same thoughtful manner that has resonated with his clients since he started practicing law in 2003.

Alia F. Ahmed is a family and matrimonial law attorney practicing in King and Snohomish Counties. She also has experience addressing International Family Law matters. Ms. Ahmed is a Seattle native who grew up in the South Asian culture. As a result, Ms. Ahmed understands possible cultural implications to family law matters as well.. Previous to working at Dethlefs Sparwasser Reich Dickerson PLLC, Ms. Ahmed ran her own law firm Ahmed Law PLLC. Ms. Ahmed also previously worked at a large international law firm, Wong Fleming, where she practiced family law for over 8 years. Before that, Ms. Ahmed worked with the Washington Education Association, one of the largest teachers' unions in Washington State, where she gained extensive experience in the areas of labor law, school law, administrative law, public employment, civil rights, and constitutional law.. As a law student, Ms. Ahmed also consecutively served as the Vice President and President of the National South Asian Law Student Association.. Ms. Ahmed is also very passionate about The Goodtimes Project, a nonprofit focused on providing support for families with children recovering from cancer. Ms. Ahmed served on the board of this organization for about 2 years and continues to devote her time helping support the organization on an ongoing basis.. Ms. Ahmed enjoys spending time with her two young sons and enjoying the beautiful Pacific Northwest.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Michelle Daneshrad, Esq. is a Certified Family Law Specialist, Divorce Attorney, Mediator, and Collaborative Law Attorney.  She is the founder of Completion Law Firm, Smart Divorce Options, and founder of San Fernando Valley Collaborative Professionals, and a board member of Los Angeles Collaborative Family Association. Michelle’s effective mediation skills and her calm and powerful way of being makes her one of Southern California’s most respected and valuable mediators and collaborative professionals.

Jennifer Albaugh is an associate attorney with Anderson, Bottrell, Sanden & Thompson, in Fargo, North Dakota. She currently practices family law, focusing on divorces, custody disputes, adoptions, guardianships, conservatorships, and any other related matter. In 2009, Jennifer received a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice as well as a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from the University of North Dakota. Jennifer earned her Juris Doctor, cum laude, from the University of North Dakota School of Law in 2012. While in law school, Jennifer was involved in Law Women’s Caucus, serving as the President and Treasurer, North Dakota Law Review and the law school’s yearly orientation program. In 2012, she was awarded The National Association of Women Lawyer’s Outstanding Law Student for her involvement in law school and leadership abilities. Jennifer serves on the Board of Governors for the State Bar Associaion of North Dakota, is a member of the Cass and Clay County Bar Associations. She also serves as a Board Member for the F5 Project. Jennifer volunteers with the Junior Achievement Program, and has done so since 2007. She also volunteers with Dress for Success and the American Heart Association. Jennifer previously served as the President-Elect and President of the State Bar Association of North Dakota’s Young Lawyer’s Section. Jennifer currently resides in West Fargo with her husband, Nathan, and their children, Hudson and Sloane. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, cooking, baking, and any outdoor activities.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Most people wish to resolve their separation or divorce matter in manner that is respectful and that best preserves their long term well-being and that of their children. I work with my clients to help manage conflict and provide the guidance and advice my clients need to make decisions that meet their short term and long term objectives.. I understand the difficulties and emotional turmoil involved in family matters and I help my clients understand and make decisions about all aspects of their case including parenting and child support, spousal support or alimony and the division of their assets and debts.   I also work with clients in pre-divorce planning and post-divorce matters such as enforcing the terms of settlement agreements and modification or enforcement of child support or parenting plans.. The long term well-being of my clients is important to me and while contested litigation is sometimes necessary or unavoidable, I find that practical advice and solutions often lead to the best long range outcomes.  There are various ways to approach reaching a resolution.  The commonly seen options are self negotiation, attorney negotiation, mediation, the collaborative divorce process and contested litigation.  My experience allows me to provide my clients with information and advice not only about their legal rights, but about the various dispute resolution options and then guide them through their chosen process.. I am also trained in and have been practicing Collaborative divorce in the Seattle area since 2011.. I've been licensed to practice in Washington State since 1995.  While I previoulsy practiced family law in Maryland and Washington, DC, after I returned to Seattle, I resigned from the DC Bar and went on inactive status with the MD Bar.

My only area of practice is divorce, custody and family law. I have been listed as one of the best lawyers in New Haven. I litigated and won at the trial court level the landmark case of Roth v. Weston, regarding third party visitation rights.

Christian Conrad is a committed Lake Forest divorce attorney who is deeply passionate about helping clients navigate the family law challenges that matter most to them. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Collective Behavior from the University of California at Los Angeles in 1992, then went on to graduate from the University of San Diego with his Juris Doctorate in 1995. Since then, he has lent his considerable skill and experience to those needing assistance in divorce, property division, child support, and parental rights. He is an accomplished attorney with a commitment to respect and integrity. Call today for a free consultation!

Annie Coleman is a Certified Family Law Specialist practicing exclusively Family Law. In addition to her expertise in Family Law, Annie has a Masters Degree in Tax Law.  This training allows her to effectively litigate complex financial and business issues.

Marlo Van Oorschot is a respected Los Angeles-based family law attorney who has helped hundreds of clients to resolve divorce, child custody, child and spousal support and property disputes. As the founding and managing partner of Van Oorschot Law Group, PC, she approaches each client’s legal concern in the spirit of a process that she has trademarked as “Strategy. Guidance. Teamwork.™”  Using these concepts in her counseling Ms. Van Oorschot assesses the unique needs of all her clients, working with them as a trusted partner at every step in the divorce proceeding.. A growing area of emphasis for Ms. Van Oorschot’s practice is helping individuals over the age of 50 deal with the realities of a divorce proceeding. In her family law practice she is sensitive to the issues facing the older divorcing couple, ranging from retirement and insurance concerns to potential re-entry into the workforce, and has made a major commitment to educate this generational group about the complexities they face in divorce.. Ms. Van Oorschot’s book, How To Survive Grey Divorce, has been praised for raising awareness of the complexities in a divorce after age 50 and presenting ideas about how to minimize the financial impact of these complexities for the benefit of both spouses. Her writings on grey divorce have appeared in the Los Angeles Daily Journal and LA Family Magazine, and she has appeared on KCAL9 News to discuss grey divorce concerns.  Ms. Van Oorschot has also written for the American Bar Association’s GPSolo magazine, and she speaks and blogs widely on family law issues.. In resolving family law disputes, Ms. Van Oorschot enhances her litigation skills through effective use of mediation and other alternative dispute resolution processes.  She has completed 40 hours of basic family law mediation training through Mosten Mediation’s Divorce Mediation Training and has also completed 20 hours of advanced family law mediation training from Mosten Mediation.  In addition, Ms. Van Oorschot served on the Los Angeles Superior Court Family Law Mediation Panel.. Ms. Van Oorschot graduated Cum Laude from California Polytechnic University, Pomona in 1989 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a major in Finance, Real Estate and Law. From 1989 – 1991 she worked as a Financial Analyst for a security protection company in Culver City, California.. After obtaining her law license and entering practice in 1994, Ms. Van Oorschot continued working for Robert K. Holmes as a family lawyer, limiting her practice exclusively to family law.  While working for Robert K. Holmes she had the opportunity to be an adjunct professor for a semester at La Verne University School of Law teaching Community Property.. In October, 2001 Ms. Van Oorschot opened her own office focusing on family law and continues to limit her practice to family law matters.. Ms. Van Oorschot is a member of the Beverly Hills Bar Association (Family Law Section) and Los Angeles County Bar Association (Family Law section).

Attorney McCall is a skilled family law attorney dedicated to protecting her clients' rights, interests and well-being. She approaches each case with boldness, directness and positive aggression. She does not shy away from challenges. She is fully invested in every case she takes and she handles all aspects of the legal process personally. She does not delegate the fine tuning required for the successful litigation of a case to paralegals or assistants. She is hands on. She communicates effectively and transparently throughout the process and provides clear and honest advice. Whether it is through negotiation, mediation or litigation, she works directly with her clients to reach a just, fair resolution.. Attorney McCall has been licensed to practice law for nearly 35 years, and her experience and wisdom are valuable assets . She has seen the legal system evolve and change over the years and knows how to adapt and strategize accordingly. She gained valuable experience and insight from working with a variety of judges, each with their own personality and style, and she has learned how to adapt to different expectations and preferences. This skill allows Attorney McCall to build rapport, credibility, and trust with the court. She also knows her way around the courtroom. She has handled a wide range of cases, including civil litigation, criminal defense, government contracts and family law. From 1997 to 2023, her law firm held the honor of being associated in an Of Counsel position with the renowned law firms of Michael D. Kimerer handling the family law matters. Thus, she has extensive experience in handling family law matters involving business valuations, child custody, child support, divorce, paternity, prenuptial agreement, property division, post-decree matters, spousal support, and other family law issues. Attorney McCall is confident in her abilities as a lawyer.

Randi Burggraff conducts consultations, mediations, trial work and appears on behalf of clients at various court proceedings. Randi works efficiently with clients to ensure that they are receiving the best legal representation. Randi enjoys interacting with clients with their difficult family law needs. Randi understands the sensitive nature clients face with their family law issues and has great patience and experience to help them.. Randi is originally from Gillette, Wyoming. She graduated Arizona State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and a Minor in Family and Children Services. Randi attended law School at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, Illinois. While studying at SIU, she had externships at the Jackson County Public Defender's Office, Williamson County State's Attorney's Office, served as a Court Appointed Special Advocate and worked in family law.. Admitted: 2014, ArizonaLaw School: Southern Illinois University School of Law, J.D., 2013Undergraduate: Arizona State University, B.A. in Psychology with a Minor in Family and Children Services, 2011

Extensive experience at both settling and litigating all manner of family law matters.

Seasoned and Experienced Attorney Sheldon Lee knows the emotional toll and aspects of going through a difficult divorce/dissolution, a family law issue or a criminal matter. Sheldon will provide the time and attention into each individual case whether it is a family law or criminal case so that clients can be assured that their case is being competently and zealously handled from start to finish.