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Divorce and separation Attorney | Jul 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Barbara was on the Board of Editors of California Family Law Monthly, on which I continue to serve. She was clearly the sharpest tack in the box of editors, most of whom were Certified California Family Law Specialists. Her analysis of pension cases and her understanding of pension law was outstanding. I sorely miss reading her case commentary."
Family Attorney | Apr 21
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer's work. l am a tax lawyer and have worked on QDRO-related cases with Ms. Difranza for more than 20 years. Sometimes she has been an opponent, sometimes co-counsel and sometimes a neutral expert. In all cases she is smart, knowledgeable. responsive, helpful and efficient. She is one of three California QDRO experts whom I turn to when I need help. Simply one of the best"