Practice Areas: Child Custody
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Practice Areas: Child Custody
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Firm: Imperial County Superior Court
Practice Areas: Child Custody
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Firm: Meriwether & Tharp LLC
Practice Areas: Child Custody
Melissa L. Bowman is a Partner with Meriwether & Tharp, LLC and works primarily out of the firm's Johns Creek office. Melissa was admitted to the Georgia Bar in 2016 and has focused solely on family law. She strives to provide exceptional counsel and support to clients throughout Atlanta and surrounding areas who are going through a divorce or have some other serious legal issue affecting their families. Melissa understands that the divorce process is challenging and emotional, and is passionate about helping her clients move through the process with confidence and understanding.. Melissa delivers the highest level of representation possible to her clients to help them make the best-informed decisions regarding child custody and support, asset division, alimony, and the other legal issues that will affect them and their families for years to come. Known for her compassion and integrity, Melissa delivers the caring counsel her clients need, using her knowledge of the law and creativity to help clients reach the solution that is right for them. Family law cases are not one-size-fits-all, and often present various challenges and unique facts. Melissa enjoys meeting these challenges head on and working hard to help her clients overcome them, walking them through their cases step by step. Melissa is an experienced negotiator and litigator who fights tirelessly for her clients to ensure they are treated fairly throughout the legal process.. A native of Huntsville, Alabama, Melissa graduated from Auburn University in 2011 with dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in Professional Writing and Literary Studies and Theatre. She then attended Faulkner University's Thomas Goode Jones School of Law in Montgomery, Alabama, where she obtained her Juris Doctor in 2015.. Melissa is a member of the Gwinnett County Bar Association, and she served as chair of the organization's Law Day Committee from 2019 to 2020. On a personal note, Melissa is an avid runner who also enjoys traveling, cooking, and spending time with family and friends.
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Firm: Blevans & Blevans LLP
Practice Areas: Child Custody
I have been practicing law in Sonoma County since 2009. Prior to joining Tavis & Bunyard, I was an associate at Perry, Johnson, Anderson, Miller & Moskowitz, LLP for over three years and previously was the senior family law associate at Beck Law, PC. I have made court appearances in the surrounding North Bay counties, including Sonoma, Marin, Lake, Napa and Mendocino.. I earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Cultural Anthropology and Archaeology from the University of California, at Santa Cruz (2000). He received his Juris Doctor from Empire College School of Law (2008).. I am a member of the California Bar Association and the Sonoma County Bar Association and have served as a volunteer for the Sonoma County Self-Help Access Center (2005) and was a member of the Board of Directors for the Luther Burbank Rose Parade & Festival (2014-2015).
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Firm: Gilligan Frisco & Trutanich LLP
Practice Areas: Child Custody
Michael Sarris specializes in California family law and has extensive experience in the areas of child support, child custody and visitation, spousal support and community property division. Prior to joining Brandmeyer Gilligan & Dockstader, LLP, Mr. Sarris founded the Law Offices of Michael Sarris where he advised clients in corporate law, and family law building on his corporate experience at large firms such as Jones, Day, Reavis & Pogue, J.P. Morgan and Higgs, Fletcher & Mack where he spent a number of years as a securities’ lawyer and as an investment banker. Mr. Sarris is conversant in Spanish and fluent in Greek.
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Practice Areas: Child Custody
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Firm: Morna Challoner
Practice Areas: Child Custody
With her background in education and as a mother of two, Morna has always placed a priority in children and family. That priority, along with her own experience in the divorce process, lead her to a practice in Family Law. A resident of Sonoma County for over twenty years, Morna obtained her BA in Liberal Studies from the Hutchins School at Sonoma State University and a JD from Empire College.. Prior to opening her own practice she worked for five years for several established Family Law firms in Santa Rosa as both a paralegal and law clerk. She volunteered for Sonoma County Legal Aid, and clerked for the Marin Public Defenders Office in their Juvenile Dependency division. Originally she sought to pursue Juvenile Law, however, she has found that in Family Law she has an opportunity to aid both parents and children through her practice.. "I enjoy Family Practice because it allows me to use my legal background in many different aspects of the law, and to work with parents and their children, couples, and families towards a more constructive outcome at a very difficult time. I am particularly satisfied when couples are able to come to amicable agreements and make their own decisions through counsel. I strive to gear my practice towards outcomes of this kind and to offer my clients a positive and productive way to settle their disputes."
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Practice Areas: Child Custody
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Firm: Norma Nogueda
Practice Areas: Child Custody
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Firm: Gray•Duffy, LLP
Practice Areas: Child Custody
Pamela H. Bush, an Associate with Gray•Duffy, LLP, has experience in personal injury defense matters with particular knowledge in automobile insurance defense cases. In addition, she has successfully represented and litigated on behalf of clients in family and child custody matters.. Ms. Bush participates in every phase of a case, including interviewing clients, preparing written discovery requests, attending depositions, drafting pleadings and conducting advanced legal research.. She obtained her Juris Doctor and Masters in Business Administration from Loyola University Chicago and graduated cum laude from California Lutheran University with a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice. She also received a Certificate in Family and Child Law. During law school, Ms. Bush interned at the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office in Seattle, Washington. She utilized an Illinois 711 Law License where she served as a guardian ad litem for the Office of the Public Guardian and the Loyola Child Law Clinic representing abused, neglected, and dependent minors in juvenile court. She is admitted to the State Bar of California.
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Practice Areas: Child Custody
I strive to bring a positive legal experience for my clients. Often what muddles custody and divorce cases is the urgency to "win." This needlessly drags on cases and drains both sides of their hard earned savings and resources. I look to do what is in the best interest client, financially and personally. Because I know that when you come to me, you want what is best for you and your children.
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Firm: MARR & ASSOCIATES
Practice Areas: Child Custody
Family law cases are built on profound life changes. I handle divorces and child custody disputes to walk men and women through those transitions.. I approached my education in earnest and enjoyed my time at the University of Akron School of Law in Ohio. I performed well academically, wrote for Law review, and graduated magna cum laude. I learned law during those years, but I learned to lawyer while practicing at the Law Office of Palermo, Barbaro, Chinen and Pitzer, LLP, in Pasadena. I joined that firm as an associate attorney the day I was sworn in as a member of the California State Bar in December 2007, and was privileged with the mentorship of its partners. They showed me that the finest case results come from calculated trial preparations, persistence in negotiations, and integrity in all things. The longer I practice, the more fortunate I feel for the benefit of their uncommon examples at the outset of my career.. In June 2013, I separated from PBCP with the goal of opening a classroom program for self-represented family law litigants. While developing that curriculum, I’ve continued serving family law clients. By 2015, my solo practice had grown into a small firm with a capable staff.. Our name was updated in July 2015 to “Marr & Associates.” Typical framing language didn’t sound right. “Law Offices of” and “Attorneys at Law” distinguish lawyers into a separate status. We chose to designate our practice “Family Law Counsel” to connote parity between clients and advocates. The trust and understanding that comes from working together as equals is what allows us to tell our clients’ stories persuasively.
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Firm: Gardner & Stevens PC
Practice Areas: Child Custody
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Firm: Law Ofc Renee Sanders
Practice Areas: Child Custody
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Firm: LAW OFFICE OF RHONDA ELLIFRITZ
Practice Areas: Child Custody
Licensed since 2000, Rhonda Ellifritz has always focused her practice on Family Law, and is on the Dependency Court Panel. She serves as Minor's Counsel in Orange County, as appointed by the courts. Tough but fair, the protection of the client's interest is our #1 priority.. Ms. Ellifritz enjoys a good rapport with judges and staff in the courtroom, and her experience and knowledge of each judge will help you navigate through the maze of divorce successfully, resulting in savings due to spending money only where it makes sense.. The client is kept apprised of the status of their cases, and active participation is encouraged. No decision is made without your input.. Ms. Ellifritz offers a free initial consultation of 30 minutes. Give us a call!!
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Practice Areas: Child Custody
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Practice Areas: Child Custody
I am both a licensed Michigan (P# 40458) and California (# 271539) attorney. I practice law with a desire to offer professional service at fair, fixed and discounted rates. My initial consultation is free and you can contact me if you need assistance with any legal matter.
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Firm: Richard Ross Associates
Practice Areas: Child Custody
Admitted as an attorney to the State Bar of California in 1979, Richard Ross draws from over thirty years of legal experience, and is a Family Law Specialist, as certified by the California Board of Legal Specialization, as well as a member of the Ventura and Los Angeles County Bar Associations. He is also a member of the Family Law section of the State Bar of California.. With a background in psychology and interpersonal relations, Mr. Ross' area of practice has naturally evolved to the family law arena. His in-depth experience encompasses a wide range of legal disciplines, including civil, criminal, business, bankruptcy litigation, personal injury, worker's compensation, corporate law, and real property law. After completing his undergraduate degree from UCLA (The University of California at Los Angeles) and his Juris Doctorate degree (in 1978) from the San Fernando Valley College of Law, Mr. Ross was honored with the American Jurisprudence Award in Evidence.. Both the California State Assembly and State Senate have honored Richard Ross for his active community involvement, and he has been conferred with the sublime degree of Master Mason for his commitment to California Free Masonry. Mr. Ross is a past president of the Agoura Hills Chamber of Commerce and a past president and charter member of the Calabasas chapter of Toastmasters International. In addition, he and his staff have regularly donated many hours to the Ventura County Self-Help Legal Clinic.
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Firm: Law Office of Robert M Garland
Practice Areas: Child Custody
Professional, logical, practical, smart, kind, and tough: These are words that clients of Robert M. Garland use to describe his practice. With 32 years of experience as a lawyer, and 22 years as a Certified Family Law Specialist (CFLS), Robert provides top-notch representation for anyone wanting to resolve legal matters related to divorce, child custody, spousal and child support, and family law. He has a high degree of expertise in matters related to UCCJEA (Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act) and cases involving Department of Child Support Services (DCSS).. Robert always takes the time to explain to clients how the Family Code applies to the unique facts of their case. He has a sense of what clients need on a personal level, and makes sure they understand the legal processes involved in their case, and establishes clear expectations from start to finish. This gives a calming effect during stressful times, and often saves clients money over the course of their case.. With seven years serving as a Settlement Judge pro tem in the San Diego Superior Court as a neutral third party for couples that wish to settle through mediation, Robert is well-versed is the mediation process and understands the value it offers for couples who want to reach a workable agreement in their separation. He is highly respected among judicial officials for his vast knowledge of the Family Code and case law, which makes him someone you want in your corner should litigation become necessary.. Robert is a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He worked as an electronics technician before attending Thomas Jefferson School of Law, where he earned his Juris Doctorate in 1992, and then admitted to the State Bar of California the following year.. A father of three children, Robert enjoys continually learning. In his time away from the courtroom and office, he recently learned French, pursues the culinary arts, and enjoys ballroom dancing.
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