Top Family Lawyers in walnut creek | 71 available

71 Family lawyers are available in walnut creek, California, including Gregory Abel, Hollyann Gutkovsky, James Fishel, and Jaskaran Gill. These lawyers are rated between 4.0/5 to 4.4/5 and 57% provide free consultation.

Gregory Abel

Firm: Whiting, Fallon, Ross & Abel, LLP
101 Ygnacio Valley Road, Suite 250 , Walnut Creek , California 94596
Practice Areas: Family
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Hollyann Gutkovsky

Firm: Cordell & Cordell
2121 N. California Blvd , Walnut Creek , California 94596
Practice Areas: Family
Holly Gutkovsky is a dedicated attorney who handles a wide range of family law and divorce issues, including child custody and visitation, child support, spousal support, property division, premarital agreements, and many others.. Going through a divorce or custody dispute is the most difficult and painful thing most people will ever have to face, and no two situations are ever the same.  It is important to consider how the litigation process will affect your family, and most importantly, how to ensure that your children are impacted as little as possible.  Holly's approach is to spend time getting to know each and every client and the details that matter in their own individual situations, so that she can pursue the best legal strategy while keeping the best interest of each family as the focus.. Holly's style of practice emphasizes the importance of mediation and the amicable resolution of custody and visitation issues, with the goal of minimizing conflict between parents, and ensuring a stable and harmonious environment for children to thrive.  She strives to reduce the amount of stress felt by her clients during the litigation process by working with opposing counsels and parties, and keeping the lines of communication open.. Holly is also well-versed in the adversarial process, and has been litigating on the Law and Motion calendars in San Mateo, Alameda, and Santa Clara counties since her first year of practice.  She has dedicated her career to the practice of Family Law, and is passionate about her work.. Before becoming a licenced California attorney, Holly earned her Juris Doctor from the University of San Francisco, School of Law, and her undergraduate degree in Political Science and International Relations from the University of California, San Diego.  When she isn't fighting for her clients in court, you can usually find Holly enjoying beautiful Lake Tahoe, honing her culinary skills, or hiking through Redwood Regional Park with her dogs.
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“l instances of lies and perjuries by my ex-wife. To be honest, at first I wasn't sure where she is g”
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“I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure of working directly with Holly in the past and find her to be a bright and compassionate advocate.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5
Yelp Rating: Rated 4.1 out of 5

Mark Blake

Firm: Law Offices of Mark T. Blake
800 S Broadway #301 , Walnut Creek , California 94596
Practice Areas: Adoption, Family
I understand that you have worked very hard for what you have earned, and you can trust me to help you protect and preserve your hard earned money, whether I am helping your plan your estate or helping you with your family law case.. Mark T. Blake has been practicing law in Walnut Creek, California, for more than a decade.. Mark T. Blake is an Estate Planning lawyer, specializing in Living Trusts, Wills, Advanced Health Care Directives, and Durable Powers of Attorney; he also practices in Family and General Civil Trial law.. Mark is licensed to practice law in all the courts of the State of California, including the Supreme Court of California, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the Federal District Court for the Northern District of California. He graduated from the University of California Berkeley and Santa Clara University School of Law, and was admitted to the California Bar in 1995.. Member: California State Bar; Contra Costa Bar Association, Wills and Trusts Section, Family Law Section; Business Network International, Valley Business Connections.
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“l charge at that, he sent the docs, and then billed us nearly $200. That's a $360/Hour rate looking”
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“Setting up a Will and Trust sounded like a daunting process. It was something I knew we had to do but I figured it would be a painfully long and arduous...”
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“Extremely efficient, organized and thorough. Mr. Blake provided detailed explanations of various scenarios as it related to our estate trust and answered all our questions. We are …”
— David Browett

Maria Engfelt

Firm: The Law Office of Maria Caroline Engfelt
961 Ygnacio Valley Road , Walnut Creek , California 94596
Practice Areas: Family
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Lisa Lopez-O'Bara

Firm: Law Offices of Maria E. Crabtree
1801 Oakland Blvd. , Walnut Creek , California 94596
Practice Areas: Family
I became a family law attorney to help families work through one of the most difficult times of their lives and come out of it with as minimal damage as possible. As the child of divorced parents, I have first-hand knowledge of how divorce can impact not only the children involved, but the entire family unit. Though a divorce is never the end goal of marriage, sometimes it is necessary for the health, welfare, safety and happiness of all the people involved. I was lucky in that my parents divorced amicably and were able to reach agreements without the help of a lawyer, unfortunately, that is not the case for every person or family going through a divorce or legal separation. As your attorney, it is my goal to compassionately and effectively advocate for you in the most cost-efficient manner practicable. I strive to resolve cases through negotiation and settlement, but will proceed to litigation if necessary.. Family is such an integral part of my life and most of my free time is spent with my immediate and extended family. We will find any excuse to get together and enjoy good food, good conversation and laughs. As the child of divorced parents, I always enjoyed two of everything: two birthdays, two Christmases, two Thanksgivings, etc. As an adult, I have continued that tradition because it allows me to see all of my family without missing any big milestone or holiday. Now that I have a little family of my own, it is even more important to me to make sure he sees everyone during these times.. When I am not with family, I can usually be found with a good book (usually a psychological thriller) in my favorite reading chair. I enjoy having lunch with my friends and colleagues, or date nights with my husband, Jacob. I highly encourage all my clients to partake in some form of self-care, for me it is attending singing lessons and subjecting my husband to karaoke nights in Berkeley.
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“listener, very patient and approaches matters and the situation with compassion, well being of her”
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“Ms. Lopez-O'Bara is an incredible advocate for her clients. She is smart, knowledgeable, and passionate about family law. I consider myself extremely fortunate to work with her.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Laura Pfeiffer

Firm: Pfeiffer Law, LLP
1655 North Main Street , Walnut Creek , California 94596
Practice Areas: Family
I was a prosecuting deputy district attorney in Sacramento County after graduating from law school. I subsequently transitioned to private practice and am now a partner at Pfeiffer Law, LLP. I am licensed to practice in California, Colorado and Washington.I started working for my current firm in March of 2010 and became a partner in August of 2016. Our office specializes in all aspects of family law.
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“nalities, and emotional dealings. I cannot express the depths of my gratitude for her efforts and s”
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“I endorse this lawyer.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.9 out of 5

Kimberly Campbell

Firm: Whiting, Fallon, Ross & Abel, LLP
101 Ygnacio Valley Road, Suite 250 , Walnut Creek , California 94596
Practice Areas: Family , Family
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“Ms. Campbell is a fierce advocate for her clients, and she is always great to work with as an opposing counsel. Ms. Campbell is both practical and reasonable, while always maintain…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 1.0 out of 5

Kenneth R. Bergquist

Firm: Stoddard, Bergquist, Wood and Anderson, LLP
1470 Maria Lane   300 , Walnut Creek , California 94596
Practice Areas: Civil , Family , Personal Injury, Business, Estate Planning, Family
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“Mr. Bergquist was retained at a crucial and desperate time and with very real hardship. He took my case with the promise of urgency, yet filed my pap...”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Kathryn Mignani

Firm: Law Offices of Joseph H. Wolch
100 Pringle Ave Ste 200 , Walnut Creek , California 94596
Practice Areas: Family
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“brilliantly and persuasively in court, but she also helped me make real-time decisions that saved my”
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Yelp Rating: Rated 2.3 out of 5

Karen Berdy

Firm: Law Offices of Karen Heller Berdy
2540 Camino Diablo , Walnut Creek , California 94597
Practice Areas: Family
For the last 12 years, my practice has been exclusively devoted to collaborative practice, mediation and negotiated agreements.  I am committed to facilitating respectful negoitation and creative settlements.  I am a foundng board member of Collaborative Practice California.  I am a past member of the steering committee of Collaborative Practice East Bay, the Chairperson of Collaborative Law Alameda and Contra Costa, a member of the board of the Eastern Alameda County Bar Association and serve on the Northern California Public Education Committee.
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“I retained Karen Heller Berdy to represent me in a mediation process central to my dissolution process. She has been organized, intuitive, and creative in...”
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“Karen is an incredibly experienced and collaborative family law attorney. She works hard to come up with solutions that work for the whole family. I highly recommend her!”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

John Manoogian

Firm: Law Office of John E Manoogian
800 S Broadway Ste 304 , Walnut Creek , California 94596
Practice Areas: Family
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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5
Yelp Rating: Rated 3.8 out of 5

John Larson

Firm: Law Office of John R. Larson
1211 Newell Avenue , Walnut Creek , California 94596
Practice Areas: Family, Litigation
Attorney John R. Larson enjoys helping clients through difficult times.  He understands that taking on a legal matter is an important responsibility that starts with listening to the client, hearing the client's goals, then carefully investigating and examining the facts of the particular case to determine a course of action.  Mr. Larson has experience solving legal problems for clients in a variety of practice areas: real estate, business, family law, criminal law, and employment-related matters.. In his spare time, Mr. Larson enjoys spending time with his children, gardening, playing golf, or working on projects around his home.  He knows that time is a precious commodity so it is important to use time to get projects done efficiently to get superior results. Attention to detail is the key.  This is also how Mr. Larson approaches each client's case, every time.. Contact Attorney John R. Larson directly using the tools here on today for a free consultation.
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“John Larson has helped me recently with a very emotional and tumultuous time in my life. Without his guidance and consultation I wouldn't have known where...”
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“I endorse this lawyer.”
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“John Glynn at Cross Country Mortgage was consistently communicative, patient with my questions and very respectful of my time. He keep me in the loop as estimates changed, explaine…”
— Charles Simms
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.6 out of 5

John A. Meaden III

Firm: The Law Office of John A. Meaden, III
1450 Maria Lane   400 , Walnut Creek , California 94596
Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation,Child Support,Divorce,Family ,Motor Vehicle Accidents,Traffic Violations
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“Biggest mistake I ever made. Paid 35 thousand dollars to be taken to the cleaners.”
— Jana
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Jaskaran Gill

Firm: Law Offices of Johnson & Johnson
2125 Oak Grove Rd Ste 315 , Walnut Creek , California 94598
Practice Areas: Juvenile, Family, Probate, Litigation
Jesse S. Gill is an Associate Attorney with the Law Offices of Johnson and Johnson. Jesse started clerking with at Johnson and Johnson fresh out of Law School and has been with the office since September of 2011. The primary focus of Jesse’s current practice is Juvenile Dependency, Family Law & Criminal Defense & Appeals. Jesse is licensed to practice law in California (State Court) as well as the Northern & Central Districts of California (Federal Court). Jesse completed his undergraduate education with a Bachelor’s of Science Degree from UC Irvine in Biomedical Engineering where he received Deans List Honors multiple times for academic excellence. Jesse then attended the Santa Clara University, School of Law.. He received the Emery Scholarship & High Tech Award for academic excellence when attending SCU. In Law School, Jesse interned for approximately one year at the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s office. Since working at Johnson & Johnson, Jesse has developed an extensive knowledge and successfully represented clients in Juvenile, Family, Criminal, Administrative & Civil Law from the inception of a case all the way through the appellate process. Jesse has experience presenting direct and cross examination of witnesses, both lay and expert witnesses, and has engaged in dozens of hearings and Court trials.. Jesse has represented both parents as well as family members through the Juvenile Dependency process. Jesse has represented clients in pre-dependency meetings with the Department of Children and Family Services. Jesse has represented clients through the preliminary stages of the dependency process, through Detention, Jurisdiction & Disposition hearings. Jesse has also managed and successfully represented clients through 6, 12, & 18 month review hearings. Jesse has conducted multiple trials through termination of parental rights & has drafted several appeals seeking to vindicate parental rights post-termination. Jesse has received mandatory training required by the California Rules of Court to practice Juvenile Dependency law including the Dependency 101 Legal Seminar presented by Advokids.. Jesse has represented clients in both family & probate law related to child custody including filing requests for orders, requests for restraining orders and defending against such requests in family law. Jesse has represented clients in engaging in child custody evaluations, emergency screenings, & mediations. Jesse has engaged in and successfully tried probate cases, including guardianship and termination of guardianship proceedings. Jesse has received training on various issues related to Family Law & Child Custody through the Contra Costa County Bar Association.. Jesse has successfully received multiple reversals on appeal in criminal cases stemming from Contra Costa, Santa Clara, and Sonoma Counties based on violations of individuals’ constitutional rights. Jesse is a member of the Contra Costa County Bar Association & the Phi Alpha Delta Law Community. When not in court or in the office, Jesse enjoys working out, going for hikes, playing golf, and spending time with his family and friends.
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“The answers of Mr. Gill are always accurate, full of analysis, and customized to the needs of the Avvo asker. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when …”
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5

James Fishel

Firm: Fishel Law Firm, Attorney and Counsellor
1375 Locust Street , Walnut Creek , California 94596
Practice Areas: Family
Attorney James Fishel took the California Bar Exam in February of 1990 and passed on his first attempt. James was admitted to the California Bar in July 1990. In 1990, James established his practice in Northern California. James enjoys helping individuals and small businesses solve their legal problems and challenges.. James loves "techie" stuff. He designed and set up the computer network for his office. He even laid all the CAT-6 cable. He picks his own routers and switches. He has written several computer programs designed to make the office more efficient.. James Fishel is a current member of the following organizations; The California Bar, The Contra Costa County Bar Association, District of Columbia Bar Association and the Florida Bar Association.. James Fishel has over 25 years experience practicing law. James Fishel has the goal of providing his clients with the support and guidance they need in the often complicated and emotional challenges of broad array legal issues and challenges.. James loves being an attorney and he really enjoys helping people solve complicated and difficult legal problems. He tries to be a very friendly and comfortable person. His style reflects his personality. Instead of working in a fancy and intimidating high rise, James chooses to work in a small business that he shares with a Home Health Care Agency. His office is not pretentious. He likes to make his clients feel relaxed and at ease when coming to his office. If he is not appearing in court for the day, you will often find him in his office blue jeans or sometimes even shorts instead of a suit. His goal is to make the process of finding solutions as painless as possible.
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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5

Joseph Wolch

2055 N Broadway #100 , Walnut Creek , California 94596
Practice Areas: Family
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“Wolch is about the worst you can do for a family law attorney in Contra Costa County. He runs up hi”
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“Joe's stellar reputation and strong relationships in the East Bay legal community make him an effective and excellent advocate for his clients. I especially admire Joe for providin…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 2.3 out of 5

Leslie Morgan

Firm: The Law Office of Leslie John Morgan
410 N. Civic Drive, Apt. 307 , Walnut Creek , California 94596
Practice Areas: Family
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“n filed. Once the agreement is signed, Mr. Morgan has the documents filed at the court and returned”
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“Les Morgan is a well-respected private judge in the family law community. One quality that sets him apart is how easy he makes the process for the parties. The public courts take 6…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Johanna Kwasniewski

Firm: Law Ofc of Johanna Kwasniewski
712 Bancroft Rd Pmb 106 , Walnut Creek , California 94598
Practice Areas: Family
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“urt. She could hear a case citation and "on the fly" find an offsetting case to present to the Cour”
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“Johanna is a smart, creative attorney who uses and interprets the law to seek the best solution for her clients either in or out of court. I trust Johanna's skill and legal experti…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.2 out of 5

Marianne Skipper

Firm: Van De Poel & Levy, LLP
1600 South Main Plaza Suite 325 , Walnut Creek , California 94596
Practice Areas: Civil , Construction Defects, Family , Guardianship and Conservatorship, Construction & Development
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“I endorse this lawyer.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Mark Edward Zeller

Firm: Law Offices Mark Edward Zeller
1990 North Boulevard   830 Californ , Walnut Creek , California 94596
Practice Areas: Administrative ,Child Custody & Visitation,Child Support,Civil Rights,Constitutional ,Discrimination,Divorce,Education ,Employment & Labor ,Family ,Immigration & Naturalization ,Labor ,Sexual Harassment
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“Mark Zeller has been my attorney for 7 years. He is the best Family Law attorney I have ever had. He is the most professional attorney I have ever wor...”
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