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A Colorado native, I have also lived in New Mexico, Florida, Texas, and Kentucky.  Somehow, I always manage to find my way back to this beautiful state.  Beyond law, I also enjoy watching (but am too broken to play) rugby and hurling.  My other recent pasttimes include hiking and sightseeing with friends, potlucks, painting, singing, and pretending to play the piano.  Prior to working as an attorney, I was a minister, I served on the board of a non-profit helping low income individuals, and worked for over ten years as a paralegal in the bankruptcy field.

As a dedicated family law attorney, Ben Mueller has a proven track record of advocating for clients with integrity and sincerity -. With sincere advocacy, a collaborative team approach, and broad legal expertise, his personal legal practice is dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for clients while fostering the development of future lawyers.

Stephanie M. Fournier joined Jorgensen, Brownell & Pepin in 2016 as an associate attorney practicing in the areas of family law and divorce including divorce-related issues such as child custody and child support.. Prior to joining our firm Attorney Stephanie Fournier participated in the University of Denver’s Civil Litigation Clinic representing clients in civil protection order cases and acting as a guardian ad litem. Attorney Stephanie Fournier continues to apply the skills she acquired through the Civil Litigation Clinic to her practice. She provides a compassionate, client centered approach to lawyering where maintaining clear communication with her clients is essential to her practice.. Outside the office, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends in the beautiful Colorado sunshine.

I have lived and practiced family law in Colorado since 2005, after moving from Massachusetts, where I began practicing law in 1990, and New Hampshire, where I became licensed in 1995.  While I had a more varied practice on the east coast, including civil litigation, family law, social security disabilty, equine law, and assisting veterans with benefit claims, I have focused exclusively on representation of parties in family law disputes for the past 21 years.  I take great pride in representing people who are trying to move forward from highly stressful conflicts with a former spouse or signficant other.  Neither the disputes nor the legal process are very easy to naviagte for parties involved in family law litigation.  People are frightened that they will lose their assets, their home and access to their children.  I help people move through the legal system as smoothly as possible and I advocate on their behalf to recieve the most assets and access to their children that the law provides in their specific situation.. I recognize that for the vast majority of people, mediation is a less stressful and more cost effective manner of resolving their disputes.  Therefore, I completed mediation training through the Colorado Bar Association and have been mediating family law disputes and resolving disputes for couples in conflict since 2008.

Rachel is a dedicated family law attorney with experience handling various domestic relations issues. With a compassionate approach and a keen understanding of the emotional complexities involved, she is committed to advocating for her clients and prioritizing the well-being of families. Rachel believes in providing personalized legal solutions that empower clients to navigate challenging times with confidence and clarify.. Rachel received her J.D. from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law. During law school, Rachel’s dedication to academic excellence earned her many research certificates, the Denver Law Public Good Distinction, and a Certificate in Constitutional Rights and Remedies. Rachel also served as Editor in Chief of the Denver Law Review, Volume 101.

For over 10 years, Mrs. Bansmer has been practicing law and providing legal services in the areas of Divorce and Family Law. She has a degree in Economics and Psychology from the University of California-Davis.. She received her Juris Doctorate from the University of Pacific, McGeorge School of Law. She strives towards excellence and continuously works toward expanding her knowledge and experience in the legal field.

Why family law is so important to me:. I have been through a divorce, so I can relate to many of the things you are feeling. Life goes on after divorce.  As hard as this may be right now, positive things will happen.  Don't close your heart and mind to a new beginning. You will get through this. We have a supportive team so you don't have to go through this feeling alone.. I knew very early in life that I wanted to be a lawyer. I began my career handling general civil litigation cases involving business and money disputes. I started handling adoptions and watched a mentor and friend lending a more personal touch to her divorce clients. It was then that I realized that I could make a meaningful difference in the lives of couples and families going through the emotionally wrenching process of divorce. I have never looked back. In 1999, I was certified by the State Bar of California as a Specialist in Family Law, and in 2003, I founded Zonder Family Law.. Giving back to the community is a cornerstone of my personal life and practice.  I am particularly proud to be a volunteer attorney lecturer/educator at the nationally acclaimed “Second Saturday Divorce Workshops” created by the Women’s Institute for Financial Education (), a non-profit organization dedicated to providing financial education for women.. Because I have seen Second Saturday benefit thousands of individuals and their families, I am especially excited to have founded my own LA Chapter of “Second Saturday.”. This workshop will help couples work together and apart in ending their marriages in a much less expensive and traumatic way.  Inspired by the original, LA “Second Saturday Divorce, Mediation and Collaborative Workshop” features education and information on the legal, financial and emotional aspects of the process, with a focus on Collaborative Divorce.. A portion of all profits from Second Saturday go directly to .. I also serve on the Education Committee for the statewide group, CP Cal, and the (former) Chair of the Certified Family Law Specialists. I am a volunteer Settlement Conference Attorney/Mediator at the local courts in Ventura, Los Angeles, Van Nuys and North San Diego County. - See more at: #

Originally from New York, I moved to California in 1983.  After finishing High School in Woodland Hills, I attended California State University, Fullerton, where I obtained a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a minor in Sociology.  Thereafter, I obtained my J.D. from University of La Verne, College of Law, and have been in practice ever since.. I started my legal career working for others, until opening my own firm.  Now, the primary focus of my practice is all aspects of Family Law, from nuts to bolts.  In addition, I serve as the family law mediator for the Superior Court of the County of Los Angeles, in the Van Nuys, San Fernando and Pasadena Branch courts.. It is my goal to acheive the best possible results for my clients and in the process, assuring that the children are not used as "pawns", or bargaining chips to accomplish a goal or agenda of either party.

With over 35 years of expereince, Mr. Reape is a highly skilled and knowledgable family law attorney. He is an expert when it comes to highly compensated individuals and business owners, and previous clients have included business owners, professional athletes, doctors, lawyers, dentists, corporate executives and celebrities.. James P. Reape, received his Juris Doctorate from Pepperdine University in 1982. After practicing law in Encino for several years, he founded James P. Reape, A Professional Corporation, in 1992 and moved his practice to Valencia, California.. Mr. Reape has significant trial and settlement experience. His reputation and excellent track record are widely recognized in Southern California. He is a member of the Family Law Sections of the California State Bar, the Los Angeles County Bar Association, the San Fernando Valley Bar Association, and the Santa Clarita Valley Bar Association. Mr. Reape has throughout his career taken leadership roles in each of these organizations.. He serves as an Arbitrator and Mediator for Los Angeles Superior Court and Arbitrator for Los Angeles County Bar Fee Dispute Program. He has served as Chairman of the Los Angeles area for UNICEF, pro bono attorney for Domestic Violence Clinics, and he donates his time to various non-profit groups within his community.

Anthony Lai, CFLS is an associate attorney at Feinberg Mindel Brandt & Klein LLP. He brings nearly a decade of substantial litigation experience to assist clients in their of dissolution of marriage, paternity, child custody and visitation, spousal and child support matters, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, and domestic violence restraining orders.. The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization named Anthony Lai as a Certified Family Law Specialist, which requires completion of an extensive application, references from colleagues, judges, and opposing counsel, and passing a rigorous written exam administered only every two years. A Certified Specialist must have served as principal counsel in at least ten contested evidentiary hearings or trials. Anthony was selected as a Superlawyers Rising Star from 2021-2024, a distinction given to the top 2.5% of attorneys, as well as one of Pasadena Top Attorneys for 2022-2024 by Pasadena Magazine.. Anthony is an active leader in the legal community, and is honored to serve on several bar associations. Anthony serves as the secretary of the California Lawyers Association, Board of Representatives, is a Board Member on the Los Angeles County Bar Association Family Law Section Executive Committee. He is a Member of the Asian Pacific American Bar Association of Los Angeles Board of Directors and the Loyola Law School Alumni Association – Asian Pacific American Chapter.. As a strong advocate for the unique needs and interests of new attorneys across the state of California, Anthony has previously served as Chair of the New Lawyers Section of CLA and is a member of the LACBA Barrister’s Young Lawyers Section Executive Committee. Anthony volunteers at the St. Francis Center to serve breakfast to the homeless and offers legal advice to the immigrant and underserved APA community at the APABA and SCCLA Pro Bono Legal Clinics.. Anthony Lai received his Bachelor's degree in Political Science: Law and Society at UC Riverside and his Juris Doctor at Loyola Law School. He has extensive litigation experience from prior work in the areas of personal injury and employment law, which allows him to address crossover issues. Anthony was a judicial extern in chambers of former US District Court Judge Stephen G. Larson for the Central District of California.. In his spare time, Anthony enjoys taking his family to Disneyland, is an avid follower of Tiki culture and is an unapologetic fan of the Dodgers and the Chargers.

Ventura County Family Law Attorney, Christina Shaffer, prides herself in providing superior services in all aspects of Family Law, including Divorce, Child Custody and Child Support.  Ms. Shaffer has been serving Ventura County clients for over 16 years and commits herself to being a strong advocate for her clients.  Call us for a consultation, which includes a thorough assessment of your case and a support analysis.

Ms. Todd is certified by the State Bar of California's Board of Specialization as a Family Law Specialist, a distinction given to a minority of family law practitioners who have met rigorous criteria. Ms. Todd is a certified mediator and collaborative family law attorney. Her practice covers a broad range of family law areas, including divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, modification of support, division of community property, confirmation of separate property, post-judgment proceedings, domestic violence proceedings, and negotiation of family law disputes.

I have been an attorney in the State of California since 1996, focusing exclusively in Family Law. I have appeared at hundreds of hearings and trials at courthouses located in Ventura and Los Angeles counties. Many of my cases have been high dollar cases involving such issues as business evaluations, forensic accounting analysis, custody evaluations, complex financial tracing, complex property divisions, and psychological evaluations. And, I also appreciate the needs of clients with less complicated cases.. My approach to all cases starts with an in-depth analysis of my client’s needs, their children’s needs, the financial needs, and the overall layout of the client’s standard of living. Once all pertinent detailed information is compiled, I fit the client’s profile into all of the Family Law statutes to get my clients everything they are entitled to by law. I attempt to settle the case before any Court appearances have taken place and when settlement is not possible I aggressively represent my clients at all hearings and trials.. I always keep the best interest of my clients in mind and these best interests are the prime driving force for me. I fight for the rights of my clients from the start of the case until the case is ruled upon by the Courts.. I am highly educated, well-spoken, and savvy when it comes to presenting my client’s case to both the opposing counsel and to the Court.