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Bernie Johannes Kempen

Also known as Bernie Kempen

Overview

Practice Areas

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Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Free Consultation (30 minutes), Retainer (Always)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

  • Kempen and Company
    318 McHenry Blvd
    Suite B
    Modesto, CA 95354
    Office: 510-582-1433
    Fax: 510-582-4293
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  • Bernie Kempen Certified Family Law Specialist
    19244 Redwood Road
    Suite B
    Castro Valley, CA 94546
    Office: 510-648-6589
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  • Kempen and Company
    101 California
    Suite 2450
    San Francisco, CA 94111
    Office: 415-806-1974
    Fax: 510-582-4293
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Languages Spoken

  • English

About Me

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References

Client Reviews

Average Client Rating


5 star rating

“A Brilliant and fair man”

Posted by: a Divorce client, 4 months ago.

Client Review: Perhaps the most devastating time in my life and my trust in humanity was destroyed; yet I needed help to navigate the Californian legal system, and... more
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5 star rating

“I highly recommend Mr. Kempen and his firm.”

Posted by: a Family client, 5 months ago.

Client Review: Mr. Kempen assisted me with my child custody and support matters. He was diligent, knowledgable, and fought hard for me in Court. I ended up with a... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

1 endorsement


Lindsey Anne Robbins

I endorse this lawyer's work. Bernie is a very knowledgeable Certified Family Law Specialist. He has appeared on matters on my behalf. He has a... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Lindsey Robbins , Modesto (CA), Over 2 years ago

Résumé

 

License

19 years since Bernie Johannes Kempen was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
California Active 1993 02/07/2012

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Sole Practitioner at Kempen&Company 1996–present
Associate at Cunningham & Landsen 1993–1996
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Golden Gate University School of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1993
University of Cape Town South Africa African Govt and Law B.A. 1978

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Certified Specialist - Family Law State Bar of Arizona 2010
Volunteer of the Year CVUSD 2006

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
President Castro Valley Arts Foundation 2007-present
Alameda County Bar Association 2004-present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 9
Answers: 54 Legal Answers
2 Best Answers - chosen by asker
2 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
11 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 1 Legal Guide
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Is Your Same Sex Relationship Over Avvo 2010

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
South Africa Rotary Club of Castro Valley 2007
South Africa Rotary Club of Modesto East 2006