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I am a Certified Family Law Specialist and DRPA Certified Mediator. My practice, which is devoted solely to family law, focuses on mediation and other cooperative methods to satisfactorily resolve what can be difficult or painful issues in an amicable manner. My goal is to help my clients reach accord while avoiding the adversarial process as much as possible.

Jacqueline A. Whisnant, born in Burbank, California in 1960, has been an Orange County resident since 1985.  She and her husband, Bruce Whisnant, have two children.. Ms. Whisnant graduated from California State University, Northridge (B.A., 1984) and Loyola Law School of Los Angeles (J.D., 1987).  While in law school, she was a member of the Philip C. Jessup International Moot Court Honors Program and held the position of judicial extern for the Honorable Allan E. Broussard of the California State Supreme Court (January – May 1987).  She was admitted to the California State Bar in 1987 (and the U.S. Central District of California in 1988) and has practiced law in Orange County thereafter.. Ms. Whisnant started her legal career as a civil attorney handling various business litigation matters.  She has been practicing family law exclusively since 1991 and has been a Certified Family Law Specialist with the State Bar of California since 1996.  She has been appointed Judge Pro Tem with the Orange County Superior Court and has authored family law articles including “Division of Community Property: How Many Bites of the Apple do the Parties Really Get?” (Orange County Lawyer, August 1996.  See attached); Ms. Whisnant has also lectured on various family law issues, including: “Recent Developments in Family Law” (CEB, 1996); “Analyzing Separate Property and Transmutation Contributions” (CEB, January 2007).. Ms. Whisnant has an AV Rating with Martindale Hubbell.  She has been named by the Los Angeles Magazine as one of the 50 top female attorneys in Southern California and has been recognized by this magazine since 2002 as one of Orange County’s Super Lawyers.. She is a member of the Orange County Bar Association and has served on its Board of Directors (1998-1999; 2001-2003).  She is also a member of the Family Law Section of the Orange County Bar and has served on its Executive Committee (1999-2003).  She is a past and current member of the Judiciary Committee of the Orange County Bar Association, a special section of the Bar formed to evaluate candidates seeking judicial appointments through the Governor’s office and/or through the election process (1998-2003; 2007-2010).. While Ms. Whisnant handles all facets of the marital dissolution process including child and spousal support, custody and visitation, characterization and division of property, she focuses primarily on dissolutions with complex business and real estate issues involving self-employed parties, issues of cash flow, valuation and characterization, tracing of community and separate property interests and assets and creative division and resolution of such issues.  The “dream team” she establishes for her clients usually includes a seasoned forensic accountant as well as estate planning, real estate, corporate and/or other experts when needed.  Regardless of the size or complexity of the case, effective and efficient resolution of the problem is always the first priority.

I am a certified family law specialist and I will dedicate myself to your case.  I am a solo firm, which means I can give your case the attention it needs. I try to settle cases, if possible, but I realize that not all cases can settle. I will thoroughly prepare your case for court. I will work with you regarding expectations and responsibilities as we move forward in your family law matter.  Please contact me today so we can work toward resolving your matter.

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

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

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

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

Catherine M. Goodrow is a Certified Family Law Specialist, and has been in private practice since 1999. She is a partner in the Law Offices of Presley & Goodrow, A Law Partnership, where she practices in the area of family law exclusively. Ms. Goodrow received her B.S. degree in research psychology from California State University, Long Beach and her J.D. degree from Western State University, Fullerton. She co-authored an article published in the Orange County Lawyer Magazine entitled “Rebutting the Custody Evaluation” regarding child custody evaluations and Evidence Code sections 730 and 733. Recently, she taught a seminar for the National Business Institute entitled “Family Law From A to Z”. In 2014, she joined colleagues in Italy to present a family law seminar, "Love American Style." She is a member of the Orange County Bar Association (member, Family Law Section), the State Bar of California (member, Family Law Section), the American Bar Association (member, Family Law Section), Lex Romana (Italian Bar Association) and the Association of Certified Family Law Specialists (ACFLS). As a partner at Presley & Goodrow, Ms. Goodrow assisted Wilma Presley, the first Director of the Orange County Chapter of ACFLS, in establishing the Orange County Chapter. She is currently a member of the long range planning committee of the Orange County Chapter of the ACFLS.

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.

Certified Family Law Specialist / The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. Part of my job as your legal counsel is to provide honest and practical advice. I will always set realistic expectations and offer guidance based on likely outcomes. While I might not always say what you wish to hear, it will always be the truth and with your best interests in mind.. As the mother of a child with autism, I have a particular interest in resolving family law issues facing parents with special needs children. I devote a significant portion of my practice toward helping clients who have children with special needs.. Michelle Stowell is a Shareholder of Forester Purcell Stowell PC Family Law Attorneys. As a Certified Family Law Specialist, a member of the Sacramento Collaborative Law Practice Group, and a California Family Law Mediator, she has the knowledge and flexibility to tailor legal strategies and solutions to her clients’ unique circumstances.. Focusing exclusively on family law since 2003, Michelle initially practiced eight years with Downey Brand LLP, where she acquired extensive knowledge of complex family law issues, including marriage dissolution, custody, child and spousal support, business valuations, and other community property issues. Michelle then served clients as a solo practitioner until 2016 when she formed Folsom-based family law boutique Forester Purcell Stowell.. Michelle received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California, Davis; her Master of Arts degree from Georgetown University; and her Juris Doctor from McGeorge School of Law with Great Distinction, where she was ranked 6th in her class.

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

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

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

As a Florida Bar Board Certified Specialist in Marital and Family Law, Kenneth A. Gordon serves as the Head of Brinkley Morgan’s Family Law Department. With 20 years of legal experience, he focuses his practice on handling complex family law matters, including dissolutions of marriage, alimony, parental responsibility and timesharing disputes, business valuations, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, equitable distribution, adoption, domestic partnership agreements, appeals and all other family law related matters.. An active member of the community, Mr. Gordon is a member of the Palm Beach and South Palm Beach County Bar Associations, is past Chair of The Florida Bar’s Seventeenth Judicial Circuit Grievance Committee “I,” and is a member and past Chair of the Family Law Section of the Broward County Bar Association. He also serves as Vice Chair of the Board of Directors for Broward Partnership for the Homeless.. AV Preeminent® rated by Martindale-Hubbell, Mr. Gordon has received numerous recognitions, including: “Top Lawyers in South Florida” by South Florida Legal Guide from 2004 to 2012 and 2014 to 2019; “Florida Super Lawyer” by Super Lawyers Magazine every year since 2011, Super Lawyer’s “Top 100” in Florida in 2018, and “Top 100” in Miami from 2016-2018; “Leader of Distinction” by Florida Weekly in 2014; and The Best Lawyers in America® since 2016. As co-creator of the seminar “Sunbathing on the Molten Banks of Hell: A Divorce Survival Guide,” Mr. Gordon has lectured extensively before legal groups and published numerous articles on a variety of family law topics.

AV® rating from Martindale-Hubbell.. Florida Super Lawyers - Top Fifty Women Lawyers 2016, 2014 & 2013. Florida Super Lawyers - Top One Hundred Flordida Lawyer. Florida Super Lawyers - Top One Hundred Miami Lawyer. U.S. News and World Reort and Best Laweyrs Best Law Firm 2013 - 2016. Florida Trend's Legal Elite. Florida Supreme Court commendation for receipt of Florida Bar President Pro Bono Award in 2010.Legal Aid Service of Broward County, Inc. honors KBLG as 2009 and 2015 Law Firm of the Year for their ongoing support and their belief in furthering justice for those in need. Awarded the Broward County Bar Association Joseph J. Carter Professionalism Award in 2009 for exhibiting the highest degree of professionalism in terms of respect for the law and the preservation of decorum and integrity of the legal system. Appointed to The Florida Bar Statewide Advertising Grievance Committee, 2007 - 2010 and The Florida Bar Family Law Section Legislative Committee, 2010.. Author of "Mediations" Florida Dissolution of Marriage 10th Edition; "Lump Sum Alimony" Florida Dissolution of Marriage, 6th through 9th Editions; and “Appeals” Florida After Dissolution of Marriage, 9th edition, published by the Florida Bar Association and distributed by Lexis/Nexis. I have also lectured, including for the Broward County Family Law Section, the Greater Fort Lauderdale Tax Council, Inc. and the Family Law Litigation Workshop Series at Nova Southeastern University.

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

Kelly has been exclusively practicing family law for 20 years. She handles all aspects of family law issues including divorce, legal separation, child custody, adoptions, modification and contempt actions, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. Kelly has specialized expertise in cases involving children, as well as complex financial situations.. Kelly’s goal for her clients is to make a very difficult situation as painless as possible. She has built a successful family law practice by developing strategies that suit her client’s goals, yet also taking into account the best interest of the family. She is responsive and communicative, and consistently guides clients to appropriate outcomes in a reasonable manner.. Kelly grew up primarily in Columbus, Georgia but attended Pace Academy in Atlanta during her high school years. She returned to Atlanta after law school and currently lives in Sandy Springs with her husband, Peter. Kelly and Peter have three children, and a puppy, Georgie. Kelly enjoys hiking, traveling and spending time with her family and friends.

I represent clients in all aspects of family law, including Pre and Post - Nuptial Agreements, Divorces, Modification Actions and Contempt Actions. I am a member of the Family Law Sections of the State Bar of Georgia, the Atlanta Bar, and the Cobb County Bar Association where I served as President. I  frequently lecture at family law seminars.. Law & Politics and Atlanta Magazine recognizes me as a “Super Lawyer” in the area of Family Law.  I have  an AV Preeminent Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Rating™ and a “10-Superb” rating in .  I represent clients in all of the Greater Atlanta Metropolitan Counties including: Cobb, Fulton, DeKalb, Gwinnett, Forsyth and Cherokee counties.. I earned a B.S. in Finance from Virginia Tech in 1989 and received my J.D. from the University of Georgia in 1996. Prior to attending law school, I was a Financial Analyst for a Fortune 500 company preparing, analyzing, and auditing financial statements. This experience enhances my ability to comprehend complex business valuations and to understand tracing of comingled funds.

Traci Weiss is a Partner with Warner Bates (formerly Warner, Mayoue, Bates & McGough), and has been a member of the firm since 2005.  She is AV-rated, and for more than a decade, her practice has been exclusively dedicated to family law and domestic relations litigation, including, but not limited to, divorces, custody and child support disputes, paternity and legitimation actions, adoptions, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, modifications, and enforcement of court orders.  She also serves as a Guardian ad Litem, working to protect the bests interests of children, and is listed as a Certified Guardian ad Litem for the Cobb County Superior Court Guardian ad Litem Program.  She is an experienced trial attorney who is prepared to passionately fight for what is right, but also recognizes the value and importance of negotation and creative problem solving in these sensitive matters.  For Traci, practicing family law is all about the people.  It is a unique opportunity to advocate for people while helping them through some of the most challenging situations and issues in their lives with dignity and compassion, showing them how their interests and the interests of their children can be protected and advanced while keeping their integrity intact.  She practices primarily in the following counties:  Fulton, Cobb, Gwinnett, DeKalb, Cherokee, Forsyth, Henry and Douglas, as well as various counties outside of the main metropolitan Atlanta area.. Traci is a graduate of Binghamton University (B.A. in political science and history, 1997), and of Emory University School of Law (J.D., 2000) where she was a member of the Moot Court Society, the Order of Advocates, the Honor Court and the Honor Court of Appeals.. Traci is also an active member of the Charles Longstreet Weltner Family Law American Inn of Court, the State Bar of Georgia and the general and family law sections of the Atlanta, Cobb County [Vice President (2019-present), Secretary (2018-2019], and DeKalb County Bar Associations. In addition, she has contributed to revisions and updates to Georgia Domestic Relations - Forms and Practices, a book including guides to the practice of family law in Georgia and related forms highly regarded by lawyers throughout the state (2012-2018).  She served as a judge for the State Bar of Georgia YLD William W. Daniel National Invitational Mock Trial Tournament each year from 2004 through 2009, and was the Sponsorship Chair for The Supreme Cork fundraising event hosted by the YLD Family Law Committee of the State Bar of Georgia, as well as the Treasurer for that Committee (2007-2009).  She is also an active member of her community and has served on the Board of Directors of her homeowners' association.

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