Fremont, California Divorce Lawyers

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Lorna M. Jaynes
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Fremont, CA Divorce Lawyer. 17 years experience
(510) 795-6304 110 J St
 Fremont, CA 94536
Divorce, Arbitration & Mediation, Civil Rights and Family
Santa Clara University School of Law
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Swapna Anthoor
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Fremont, CA Divorce Attorney.
(510) 244-2760 39111 Paseo Padre Parkway
Suite 115a
 Fremont, CA 94538
Divorce, Business, Estate Planning and Family
Golden Gate University School of Law
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As founder of the Anthoor Law Group, APC, Swampa Anthoor guides Fremont residents through the estate planning process. She has law licenses in both India and California, and can assist with legal concerns involving both jurisdictions. Her firm also provides legal representation in matters of family law and business law. Attorney Anthoor is a member of the California State Bar and Bar Council of India. In addition to English, she can aid clients in Malayalam, Hindi and Tamil. To learn more, please contact her firm today and receive a free consultation
Angelo Johnathan Lagorio
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Fremont, CA Divorce Attorney. 5 years experience
(925) 963-2709 39510 Paseo Padre Parkway Suite 220
 Fremont, CA 94538
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Sanjay Bhardwaj
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Fremont, CA Divorce Attorney.
44663 Japala Pl
 Fremont, CA 94539
Divorce and Patents
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Michael Connich
Fremont, CA Divorce Lawyer. 51 years experience
(510) 796-9055 39300 Civic Center Dr
 Fremont, CA 94538
Divorce, Estate Planning and Family
UC Hastings COL
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Daniel Preddy
Fremont, CA Divorce Attorney. 25 years experience
(510) 770-3900 1133 Auburn St
 Fremont, CA 94538
Divorce and Family
Golden Gate Univ School of Law
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Chamandeep Kaur Grewal
Fremont, CA Divorce Attorney. 13 years experience
(510) 796-9055 39300 Civic Center Dr
 Fremont, CA 94538
Divorce, Estate Planning, Family and Immigration
Santa Clara Univ School of Law
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Larry Arguello
Fremont, CA Divorce Attorney. 38 years experience
(510) 794-3600 39300 Civic Center Dr
 Fremont, CA 94538
Divorce, Criminal, DUI and Family
U of San Francisco School of Law
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Alan Walter Mildwurm
Fremont, CA Divorce Lawyer. 39 years experience
(510) 651-4343 39650 Liberty St
 Fremont, CA 94538
Divorce and Family
U of San Francisco School of Law
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Jonathan David LaRose
Fremont, CA Divorce Attorney. 16 years experience
(510) 791-2244 39465 Paseo Padre Pkwy
 Fremont, CA 94538
Divorce and Family
New Coll of CA School of Law
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Praful Shantilal Chudgar
Fremont, CA Divorce Attorney. 25 years experience
(510) 796-4400 2450 Peralta Blvd
 Fremont, CA 94536
Divorce, Business and Family
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Clyde Lee Hewitt
Fremont, CA Divorce Attorney. 35 years experience
(510) 792-8811 39510 Paseo Padre Pkwy
 Fremont, CA 94538
Divorce, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning and Family
San Francisco Law Sch
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Jack Benoun
Fremont, CA Divorce Attorney. 48 years experience
(510) 797-3018 39510 Paseo Padre Pkwy
 Fremont, CA 94538
Divorce and Family
UC Hastings COL
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Kirk Lloyd Collins
Fremont, CA Divorce Attorney. 37 years experience
(510) 440-0101 41051 Mission Blvd
 Fremont, CA 94539
Divorce, Business, Family and Personal Injury
Golden Gate Univ School of Law
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Harald Westendorf
Fremont, CA Divorce Attorney. 38 years experience
(510) 792-3750 39510 Paseo Padre Pkwy
 Fremont, CA 94538
Divorce, Estate Planning and Family
Santa Clara Univ School of Law
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John Noah Kitta
Fremont, CA Divorce Lawyer. 41 years experience
(510) 797-7990 39560 Stevenson Pl
 Fremont, CA 94539
Divorce, Family and Real Estate
Santa Clara Univ School of Law
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Earl Long Jiang
Fremont, CA Divorce Attorney. 29 years experience
(510) 792-8668 39111 Paseo Padre Pkwy
 Fremont, CA 94538
Divorce, Criminal, DUI and Family
Santa Clara Univ School of Law
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Steven Jed Alpers
Fremont, CA Divorce Lawyer. 40 years experience
(510) 792-5110 39159 Paseo Padre Pkwy
 Fremont, CA 94538
Divorce, Criminal, DUI and Family
Santa Clara Univ School of Law
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Kristy A Hernandez
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Newark, CA Divorce Lawyer.
(510) 456-7411 37600 Central CT.
Suite 201
 Newark, CA 94560
Divorce, Bankruptcy and Real Estate
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Kristy Hernandez received her B.A. in Political Science and Comparative Literature from the University of California at Davis. She received her Juris Doctorate from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law with a concentration in Advocacy. In 2004 Kristy founded the Law Office of Kristy Hernandez which now has offices in Sacramento and Fresno. Kristy has assisted hundreds of clients in debt relief cases and is a passionate advocate for consumer rights. In addition to practicing law, from 2004 to 2007 Kristy taught at legal writing and oral advocacy as an adjunct professor at McGeorge School of Law. Kristy is...
(510) 456-7400 7777 Greenback Lane, Ste. 212
 Citrus Heights, CA 95610
David Weinberg
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Palo Alto, CA Divorce Lawyer. 52 years experience
(650) 320-1660 2225 E. Bayshore Road
Suite 200
 Palo Alto, CA 94303
Divorce, Arbitration & Mediation and Family
University of Minnesota Law School
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I have been certified as a Specialist in Family by the State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization. My practice is devoted to assisting separated and divorcing couples to respectfully resolve their differences and settle their case without resorting to litigation or other court intervention. I have been practicing Family Law for more than 40 years and work exclusively in the mediation and collaborative law models of dispute resolution.
Gina Nicole Policastri
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San Jose, CA Divorce Attorney. 14 years experience
(408) 553-0801 1871 The Alameda
Suite 400
 San Jose, CA 95126
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Santa Clara University School of Law
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Gina Policastri is a Certified Family Law Specialist and limits her practice exclusively to family law. Ms. Policastri obtained a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Santa Clara University in 2000 and her Juris Doctorate from Santa Clara University in 2003, where she earned a place as an editor of the Santa Clara Law Review by writing a legal comment on the Barry Bonds divorce case and the prenuptial agreement legislation it subsequently sparked. During law school, Gina earned both the Emery and Law Faculty Scholarships. She was also awarded a Public Interest Scholarship for her summer clerkship at...
Jennifer Louise Mispagel
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San Jose, CA Divorce Lawyer. 9 years experience
(408) 286-9800 70 South First Street
 San Jose, CA 95113
Divorce, Estate Planning, Family and Probate
Santa Clara University School of Law
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Jennifer Mispagel focuses her practice on Estate Planning, Trusts and Probate. Jennifer received her Juris Doctorate and her Masters in Business Administration from Santa Clara University in 2008. After completing her first year at Santa Clara University School of Law, Jennifer spent a summer in Tokyo studying the Japanese legal system and interning for a local law firm. When she returned to school, she enrolled in Santa Clara’s MBA program to complement her legal education. Jennifer received both the Witkin and CALI Awards in Community Property as well as the American Bankruptcy...
Kevin C Boileau
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Campbell, CA Divorce Attorney. 31 years experience
(408) 442-2983 1999 S Bascom
 Campbell, CA 95008
Free ConsultationDivorce, Arbitration & Mediation, Business and Family
Harvard Law School, University of San Diego School of Law and University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
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Scientist, lawyer, and psychoanalyst specializing in complex negotiation, mediation, and law that utilizes game theory and psychoanalysis. Substantively, we operate in divorce law, animal rights mediation, water & land conflicts, deal mediation, and human rights. We have offices in Silicon Valley/San Jose, Irvine, and Boulder, Colorado. I am an actively licensed lawyer in California, a non-actively licensed lawyer in Colorado, but I do NOT represent clients in court. Instead, I focus my work exclusively in mediation, negotiation, and non-violent/cooperative solutions to conflict.

We do NOT handle dog bite cases, whether or not it was your...
(949) 444-6964 17901 Von Karman Ave Suite 600
 Irvine, CA 92614
(415) 830-0065 2401 Broadway
 Boulder, CO 80301
H. Yvonne Seeley
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San Mateo, CA Divorce Lawyer. 35 years experience
(650) 347-9111 411 Borel Avenue
Suite 603
 San Mateo, CA 94002
Divorce, Arbitration & Mediation, Domestic Violence and Family
San Francisco Law Sch
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Ms. Seeley is a Certified Specialist in Family Law by the State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization. Ms. Seeley’s practice focuses on dissolution cases involving high asset and complex financial issues such as the division of interests in closely-held businesses, real estate, and equity compensation, including stock options and RSU’s. Ms. Seeley also has extensive experience with high-conflict custody matters and relocation/ move-away cases. Ms. Seeley brings over 30 years of civil litigation experience to the firm and represents clients through all phases of family law litigation before private judges and in public...
Robert Chang
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San Leandro, CA Divorce Lawyer. 6 years experience
(510) 388-4866 2016 Lewelling Blvd
 San Leandro, CA 94579
Divorce, Bankruptcy, Family and Traffic Tickets
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
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I started my practice with the premise I would always attempt to facilitate a collaborative divorce. Before going to law school, I worked for several years at a family law firm, and saw firsthand the potential of increasing acrimony between spouses when the court system is used haphazardly. Growing up with separated parents, I think I understand the stress and frustration of a long drawn out family divorce. The courts should be a place of last resort - who wants a Judge who barely knows you to make decisions for you? That being...
(510) 388-4866 1300 Clay Street, Ste. 600
 Oakland, CA 94612
(510) 388-4866 1120 E. 14th Street
Ste. F
 San Leandro, CA 94577
Mitchell Todd Ehrlich
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San Jose, CA Divorce Lawyer. 19 years experience
(408) 553-0801 1871 The Alameda
 San Jose, CA 95126
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
Pepperdine Univ School of Law
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Mitchell T. Ehrlich is a partner with Lonich and Patton and along with David Patton, he leads the Family Law practice. His practice focuses on all areas of Family Law including Dissolutions, Child Custody, Support Matters, Property and Business Division, Pre and Post-Nuptial Agreements, Paternity, Registered Domestic Partnerships, Guardianship and Adoptions. In 2009, he became a California Certified Family law Specialist. Mitchell has over 10 years of experience as a civil litigator and trial attorney. Mitchell began focusing his practice exclusively on Family Law matters shortly after Lonich & Patton's Family Law practice was developed. Prior to that, he amassed significant...
John S. Yohanan
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San Jose, CA Divorce Attorney. 40 years experience
(408) 297-0700 333 West Santa Clara Street
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 San Jose, CA 95113
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Santa Clara University School of Law
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The decision to file for divorce is difficult and highly personal. You may have many questions and concerns but find it hard to talk about these issues with friends and family. They may have the best of intentions, but divorce and family law situations often involve private issues that are uncomfortable to share. Sometimes your family and friends may simply not understand your situation. I invite you to my website where I have attempted to provide you with general information relating to various issues or problems that may arise in a divorce proceeding. These are listed as "practice areas."...
Julia Lemon
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San Jose, CA Divorce Attorney. 10 years experience
(408) 553-0801 1871 The Alameda
Suite 400
 San Jose, CA 95126
Free ConsultationDivorce, Estate Planning and Family
Santa Clara University School of Law
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Julia Lemon became an associate at Lonich and Patton, LLP in November 2007. Julia is well versed in Estate Planning and Business Law, however she has a a special interest in Family Law matters. Julia began her relationship with the firm as a second year law clerk in 2005. Julia was raised in San Jose and attended Presentation High School. Thereafter, she attended the University of California at Davis where she was a member of Alpha Chi Omega sorority. In 2004, Julia graduated with honors and as a member of Phi Beta Kappa, earning a Bachelor's Degree with a major in...
Jeffrey Moore
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Campbell, CA Divorce Attorney. 26 years experience
(408) 915-8043 155 E. Campbell Avenue
Suite 121
 Campbell, CA 95008
Divorce, Bankruptcy, Business and Family
Santa Clara University School of Law
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Attorney Jeffrey M. Moore has 20 years experience assisting consumers and small business in Silicon Valley. He was raised in Santa Clara County, graduated from Santa Clara University School of Law (Juris Doctor) and Santa Clara Leavey School of Business (MBA). Mr. Moore is a recognized authority in family, bankruptcy, and landlord/tenant law. Visit our website for information on how we can assist you with your legal issue.
Andrew George Marcellino
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San Jose, CA Divorce Attorney. 14 years experience
(408) 266-5291 255 W Julian St, Suite 501
 San Jose, CA 95110
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Lincoln Law Sch of San Jose
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Andrew Marcellino is a seasoned lawyer who has represented many clients throughout Santa Clara County in the trial and mediation process. He fights for his clients in the courtroom, but emphasizes negotiation and mediation as alternatives whenever possible. He does this to save his clients time, money and emotional stress, and to help them retain control over their legal results.

We assist family law clients in matters of domestic violence, divorce, custody and visitation, child support, restraining orders, property division, modifications of court orders, paternity matters, and other issues related to family law. We also provide experienced representation in criminal...
Cristin Michelle Lowe
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San Ramon, CA Divorce Attorney. 12 years experience
(925) 215-1388 4000 Executive Parkway
Suite 220
 San Ramon, CA 94583
Divorce, Arbitration & Mediation, Domestic Violence and Family
UC Davis School of Law King Hall
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Our practice covers all aspects of family and matrimonial law in all of the Bay Area counties, primarily focusing on Contra Costa, Alameda, Solano, and San Francisco counties. We will expertly navigate you through your family law matter, whether it involves termination of a domestic partnership, paternity, custody, visitation, domestic violence, adoption, guardianship, support, an annulment, legal separation, or post-judgment issues. Regardless which of these processes you are dealing with, we understand the strain and pressure that these matters inevitably put on clients and the necessity of providing strong representation. Therefore, we strive to make the entire process as easy...
David Alan Patton
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San Jose, CA Divorce Attorney. 29 years experience
(408) 553-0801 1871 The Alameda
 San Jose, CA 95126
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Santa Clara Univ School of Law
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David Patton is a Family Law Specialist as certified by The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization, limiting his practice to family law exclusively. He heads the firm's family law practice.

Mr. Patton has 22 years experience as a trial lawyer, spending his early years focusing on insurance defense and plaintiff's personal injury cases. After co-founding Lonich & Patton in 1994, Mr. Patton developed the firm's family law practice. Since then, he has become one of Silicon Valley's top family law attorneys. Mr. Patton is a certified family law specialist. Only attorneys certified by the State Bar of California...
Gretchen Z. Boger
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San Jose, CA Divorce Lawyer. 9 years experience
(408) 553-0801 1871 The Alameda
Suite 400
 San Jose, CA 95126
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence and Family
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
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Gretchen Z. Boger began her law career as a Deputy District Attorney in San Joaquin County from 2007 – 2010. During her tenure with the D.A.’s office, she prosecuted 17 jury trials. Ms. Boger has been practicing family law exclusively since January 2010. Ms. Boger joined Lonich & Patton in 2013. She received her Juris Doctorate from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law. During her time at McGeorge, she received a concentration in trial advocacy. Ms. Boger demonstrates great care and compassion in handling the complex emotional and legal issues which are unique to...
Merrisa L. Coleman-Bishop
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San Jose, CA Divorce Attorney. 25 years experience
(408) 217-8506 1035 Minnesota Ave
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 San Jose, CA 95125
Free ConsultationDivorce, Bankruptcy, Domestic Violence and Family
Western State College of Law at Argosy University
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Emily Hepner
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San Jose, CA Divorce Attorney. 1 year experience
(408) 288-7800 1 S Almaden Blvd
#620
 San Jose, CA 95113
Free ConsultationDivorce, Arbitration & Mediation and Family
Santa Clara University School of Law
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Stuart I. MacKenzie
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Hayward, CA Divorce Lawyer. 37 years experience
(510) 298-3555 22320 Foothill Boulevard
Suite 460
 Hayward, CA 94541
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Golden Gate University School of Law and Golden Gate University School of Law
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Elainie Honjas
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San Jose, CA Divorce Attorney. 28 years experience
(408) 292-4849 111 W St John St #1130
 San Jose, CA 95113
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Juvenile
New College of California
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Ms. Lucy Zheng
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San Jose, CA Divorce Attorney. 5 years experience
(408) 638-7006 800 N. 1st St., Suite 201
 San Jose, CA 95112
Free ConsultationDivorce, Bankruptcy, DUI and Family
Loyola Law School, Los Angeles
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Lucy Zheng is a California licensed attorney, experienced in individual tax debt relief, DUI law, family law, personal bankruptcy filings, and tenant evictions. Prior to forming her own practice, Lucy worked at a law firm handling multiple client cases all throughout Northern California. She witnessed the strengths and weaknesses of a larger law firm, and thus determined she could best provide her clients with the personalized attention and service that they deserve by starting her own practice. Lucy received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science with an emphasis on Public Law in only 3 years, from the University of...
(408) 638-7006 1300 Clay Street, Suite 600
 Oakland, CA 94612
(408) 638-7006 201 Spear Street, Suite 1100
 San Francisco, CA 94105
Amanda Marie Jarratt
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San Ramon, CA Divorce Attorney. 11 years experience
(925) 480-7850 111 Deerwood Road, Ste 200
 San Ramon, CA 94583
Free ConsultationDivorce and Arbitration & Mediation
Golden Gate University School of Law
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I am a divorce attorney mediator. I have created a divorce mediation program that can help you reach an agreement in as little as 90 days. After years spent in courtrooms, two truths became undeniable: Getting divorced in court is too expensive and getting divorced in court takes too long. Between the cost and the time involved, most clients are disheartened and dissatisfied with the process. I knew there had to be a better way. Divorce is hard enough without adding years of expensive courtroom battles. Committed to helping separating couples find closure faster, I undertook divorce mediation training and...
Elaine Ryzak Fraser
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Burlingame, CA Divorce Lawyer. 32 years experience
(650) 401-8080 1220 Howard Ave
 Burlingame, CA 94010
Divorce, Family and Personal Injury
U of San Francisco School of Law
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With more than 25 years experience in family and personal injury law, I bring a seasoned expertise to both the conference room and the courtroom. As an experienced trial lawyer in all phases of litigation, I can successfully navigate diverse disputes across a range of legal areas. My expertise as a collaborative practitioner means that I am equally effective in mediating or negotiating a resolution that, when appropriate, does not involve litigation. I also assist clients as a mediator or a mediation-consulting attorney. I understand that every individual circumstance – every dispute – is unique...

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Considering divorce?

If a person wishes to terminate his or her marriage, he or she may file for a divorce. In a divorce proceeding, the court will terminate the marriage and determine the rights and responsibilities of the divorcing parties regarding child custody, child visitation, child support and spousal support (alimony). The court will also redistribute marital assets.

Depending on where you reside and where your assets are, the division of property can be a very simple or very complex process. Disputes often arise during this phase of a divorce if the two parties disagree as to who should receive which assets or property.

Finding a divorce lawyer who is experienced and reliable can reduce your stress and help you make the best choices possible. A good divorce lawyer should be a problem solver who is skilled at negotiation and possesses a solid trial background. If both parties are open to alternative dispute resolution, such as arbitration or mediation, finding a lawyer experienced in collaborative divorce or divorce mediation would be beneficial.

Divorce lawyers also handle child custody issues, including multi-state and international child custody situations. Some divorce lawyers may be certified by their states as being family law specialists. Certification often requires that a lawyer meet certain experience and educational criteria.

Legal Custody: A parent with legal custody has the right to decide on the child's upbringing, education, and medical care. A court may grant legal custody to one parent (sole legal custody) or both parents (joint legal custody).

Separate Property: Property acquired before marriage or during the marriage as a gift or inheritance, or bought during marriage with separate property.

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