Top Family Lawyers in San Mateo | 29 available

Firm: Law Offices of Ali Yousefi, P.C.

3 E 3rd Ave Suite 200 , San Mateo , California 94401

Practice Areas: Family

Ali handles complicated disputes where creative thinking and nimble strategy are the key to client success. Beyond litigation, Ali counsels clients regarding protections that help limit the risks and costs of future disputes. While many litigators have a sue-first mentality, Ali works closely with clients to develop creative and aggressive strategies to quickly achieve the client’s objectives while minimizing the costs and risks of litigation.. Probably the only lawyer with a workout calender in his office, Ali loves the gym.  He is also a regular at the local CrossFit box. Ali enjoys making his dad’s recipes and creating his own, as well as teaching others how to make healthy meals.  Above all else, Ali just enjoys hanging out with his family and doing whatever comes to mind.

Firm: De Ita, Lowe, & Wald, LLP

1660 South Amphlett , San Mateo , California 94402

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Viola Law Firm P.C.

441 1st Avenue , San Mateo , California 94401

Practice Areas: Family

Lauren D. Cirlin is certified by the State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization as a specialist in Family Law. She joined Viola Law Firm P.C. as an Associate Attorney in 2008.  Ms. Cirlin has practiced family law exclusively throughout her legal career.  Ms. Cirlin has also worked on highly contested dissolution cases including those matters involving complex marital property issues and related business litigation.  She has experience handling all aspects of family law litigation, including child custody and visitation, child and spousal support, property division, and domestic violence.. While attending law school at the University of San Francisco, Ms. Cirlin was instrumental in founding the USF Family Law Association.  The Association's primary focus is informing its members in current issues facing local family law attorneys and parties, including recent developments in the law and legal community. She served as co-president of the foundation and was actively involved in organizing programs and sustaining membership.  Under her leadership, the Family Law Association developed into an established campus organization and has continued to grow.

Firm: ADZ Law LLP

2000 Alameda de las Pulgas , San Mateo , California 94403

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Law Offices of Kristi Cotton Spence

1777 Borel Place   204 , San Mateo , California 94402

Practice Areas: Family ,Mediation

Firm: Madigan & Lewis, LLP

411 Borel Avenue , San Mateo , California 94402

Practice Areas: General Practice, Family

Kimberly Madigan is a Certified Family Law Specialist* and founding partner of Madigan & Lewis, LLP, a family law firm located in Redwood City representing clients throughout the Bay Area. She is admitted to practice law before all courts in the State of California.. *The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization.. Ms. Madigan was selected to Super Lawyers in 2019 and 2020 and Rising Starts in 2012-2015.. Ms. Madigan is an experienced litigator and handles complex child custody and financial matters.  Ms. Madigan is also trained in mediation and collaborative law. She is currently serving on the Board of CP CAL (Collaborative Practice California) and is President Elect for 2021.  She is a former chair of Collaborative Practice San Mateo County.. In 2015, she served as Chair of the Family Law Section of the San Mateo County Bar Association.. Ms. Madigan is a member of the State Bar of California; ACFLS; San Mateo County Bar Association; the Collaborative Practice Group of San Mateo County; the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals; and, the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts.. She co-authored "The Impact of the Budget Cutbacks on California Family Law Courts" in Strategies for Family Law in California, 2014 ed.: Leading Lawyers on Understanding Developments in California Family Law, published by Thompson Reuters.

Firm: Knapp and Viola, A Professional Corporation

441 First Avenue   PO Drawer 1290   , San Mateo , California 94401

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Viola Law Firm P.C.

441 1st Ave , San Mateo , California 94401

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: JC Law Offices

Medical Arts Building   205 E 3rd Avenue Califo , San Mateo , California 94401

Practice Areas: Business ,Child Custody & Visitation,Child Support,Civil ,Contracts,Criminal Defense ,Divorce,DUI/DWI,Family ,Immigration & Naturalization

Firm: Schoenberg Family Law Group PC

155 Bovet Road, Suite 660 , San Mateo , California 94402

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Morgan Tidalgo Sukhodrev & Azzolino, LLP

1650 Borel Place Suite 121 , San Mateo , California 94402

Practice Areas: Family

Allison Dundas is a Certified Family Law Specialist who practices family law exclusively, focusing on all aspects of the dissolution process, including diverse financial issues, business valuation, property division, child and spousal support, post and prenuptial agreements, domestic violence and difficult custody disputes.. Ms. Dundas has exclusively practiced family law throughout her career, and now “of counsel” to the firm. Before joining Morgan Tidalgo Sukhodrev & Azzolino LLP, she spent time as a research attorney for the family law courts in San Jose, as well as practicing as an associate at other well-respected family law firms in the Bay Area. She is a skilled advocate, assisting clients both as a consultant in mediation and settlement, as well as providing clients with vigorous representation in contested litigation cases at law and motion hearings and trials.. Ms. Dundas assists clients with all aspects of family law matters. Two of her most proud accomplishments include getting flowers and a hug from a young autistic boy for helping him “stay with his family,” as well as, a $260,000 sanctions award against a spouse who refused to work and pay support. Ms. Dundas’ vast experience helps her come up with creative solutions in times where compromise is appropriate and strategic trial strategy when necessary.. Whether the case revolves around difficult custody or financial issues, Ms. Dundas builds a team of professionals to provide clients with the best representation and counsel necessary to make informed decisions in both settlement and litigation settings. This includes working closely with mental health professionals and forensic accountants as necessary.. Ms. Dundas graduated from the Syracuse University College of Law. While in law school, Ms. Dundas received a Master’s Degree in International Law and Politics from the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs affiliated with Syracuse University. She is a member of the bar in New York, Connecticut and California.. Ms. Dundas has a blended family with six children. When not tending to the needs of those children, she enjoys hiking and traveling with her wife.

Firm: Christy & Keith Family Law Group, P.C.

177 Bovet Rd #600 , San Mateo , California 94402

Practice Areas: Domestic Violence, Family , Family, Family, Family

Firm: Hanson Family Law Group LLP

411 Borel Avenue , San Mateo , California 94402

Practice Areas: Civil , Family , Mediation, Family

In her representation of Silicon Valley’s high earners or their spouses, Jennifer Crum draws upon more than 20 years of experience untangling complex assets acquired in the unique tech economy.. Jennifer combines her mastery of high-asset marital dissolutions with compassion for the emotional and personal transition her clients are experiencing. She is among an elite group of California attorneys recognized as a Certified Family Law Specialist.. Expert Guidance in Complex Divorces. Jennifer is highly experienced in divorces involving venture capital, hedge funds, private equity, privately held companies, professional practices and real estate interests.. Her clients include prominent entrepreneurs and leaders in the San Francisco Bay Area who value privacy and discretion in their personal matters.. Known for customized, big-picture and forward-facing strategies, Jennifer strengthens clients’ positions across a wide range of divorce resolution forums. She has gone the distance to achieve her clients’ goals—before private judges and in public courtrooms—and has negotiated settlements that allow her clients to move on with their lives positively.. Deep Resources for Clients. The sophistication of her clients’ assets often requires Jennifer to use resources from her extensive network. She collaborates with forensic accountants, investment advisors, family wealth offices, tax and corporate counsel, estate planners and psychologists. The goal is to optimize client outcomes during dissolution negotiations, particularly on wealth portfolios that include stock options, restricted stock units, restricted stock, management fees and carried interests, and complex real estate structures.. Jennifer’s client-centric approach prioritizes responsiveness, communication and hands-on guidance to help clients control their futures and their families’ well-being.. An outdoor enthusiast and proud mother of daughters, Jennifer is an alumna of UC Berkeley and earned her J.D. from University of San Francisco. Super Lawyers magazine has recognized Jennifer since 2009 as a Northern California “Super Lawyer.” Jennifer is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, where she serves as a mentor leader.

Firm: Berra Stross Wallacker & Mass

411 Borel Ave Ste 550 , San Mateo , California 94402

Practice Areas: Family , Mediation, Family

Firm: Rosenfeld Family Law, P.C.

177 Bovet Rd Ste 600 , San Mateo , California 94402

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Stross Wess Cutcher & Levin

411 Borel Ave Ste 550 , San Mateo , California 94402

Practice Areas: Family , Family

Firm: Hanson Crawford Crum Family Law Grp LLP

411 Borel Ave Ste 440 , San Mateo , California 94402

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Hanson Family Law Group LLP

411 Borel Avenue Suite 440 , San Mateo , California 94402

Practice Areas: Civil , Family , Mediation, Family

Firm: Canter Hagan LLP

177 Bovet Rd Ste 600 , San Mateo , California 94402

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Lee-Messer Greenberg Wanderman, LLP

1900 South Norfolk Street , San Mateo , California 94403

Practice Areas: Family

My family law practice includes litigation, collaborative and mediation in San Mateo and San Francisco.   I also have experience drafting marital settlement, post-nuptial and pre-nuptial agreements.  I am a graduate of UC Berkeley and UC Hastings College of the Law. Please feel free to contact me at