I am Joanne Ratinoff, an experienced family law attorney and former partner at a major Century City boutique family law firm. (The firm is now defunct because the founding partners retired.) I went into private practice in October, 2014. My clients have the advantage of my "big firm" experience and expertise combined with my very personal attention to their cases. I have practiced family law exclusively since 1989. I offer divorce consultations, mediation, litigation, and collaborative divorce services. I also prepare prenuptial, post-nuptial agreements and transmuation agreements. I am "AV" rated by Martindale Hubbell, the authoritative resource for information on the worldwide legal profession. I have been rated as a "Southern California Super Lawyer" (Family Law) for the years 2009 to date by Los Angeles magazine. I was also selected for inclusion as one of the "Ten Most Dependable" Family Law attorneys for 2008 by Forbes magazine.
I am Committed to Providing Quality Legal Services
I practice family law exclusively focusing on divorce, child custody, spousal support (alimony), child support, and other issues that commonly occur during divorce. My extensive experience within this specialized area of law has given me in-depth knowledge of the California laws and court procedures applicable to divorce cases.
I have the experience, knowledge and skills necessary to create a personalized strategy to help you with your family law mediation or through your divorce or legal separation litigation that is based on your needs, goals and concerns. I am a member of the Beverly Hills Bar Assn Mediation Panel.
Contact me at or visit my website, to learn more.
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10513 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90025
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Posted by anonymous | October 1, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Joanne was a great resource for me. She gave me a lot of clear, important information very concisely. She met me where I was at and discussed my concerns but never tried to inflate the situation. I highly recommend her.
Posted by anonymous | August 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney
I worked with Joanne on a prenuptial agreement. This was my first time dealing with a lawyer so I had no idea what to expect. Joanne was extremely professional, responsive, and easy to work with. She explained the process to me very thoroughly and I truly feel like she had my best interests at heart....
Posted by Paula | December 21, 2020 | Consulted Attorney
Thank you greatly for the time you spent talking with me on the phone, I truly appreciate it. My spouse and I have made progress figuring out spousal support and splitting our estate since you and I talked. The threat of quitting collaboration and starting litigation opened his eyes. You deserve t...
You are most welcome. Joanne
Posted by Terry | November 6, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I have to be very truthful about JoAnn Ratinoff. One of the worst attorneys I’ve ever hired. It took her 15 month to do a simple divorced for me, I had a prenup and every time he sent me paperwork it cost me I would not recommend her to anyone ???
T: I cannot comment upon your feelings, but I have stated to you the facts in a private email between us which indicates that much of the delay in processing your judgment were due to matters beyond my control. Joanne
Posted by Larry | August 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Divorce is never something that gets one excited however I came to Joanne after a less than positive experience with my first attorney and had the polar opposite experience. She not only wonderfully guided me through procedural manners but also negotiated a settlement that met all expectations. I nev...
"Joanne's knowledge and experience of family law is unmatched. She aggressive, energetic and empathetic and will make sure you understand every step of the process. I fully endorse her for all of your family law needs."
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2020
Super Lawyer, Los Angeles Magazine
2020
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Super Lawyer, Los Angeles Magazine
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Super Lawyer, Los Angeles Magazine
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Super Lawyer, Los Angeles Magazine
2016
Southern California Super Lawyers, Los Angeles Magazine
2015
Southern California Super Lawyers, Los Angeles Magazine
2014
Southern California Super Lawyers, Los Angeles Magazine
2013
Southen California Super Lawyers, Los Angeles Magazine
2012
Southern California Super Lawyers, Los Angeles magazine
2011
Southern California Super Lawyers, Los Angeles Magazine
2010
Southern California Super Lawyers, Los Angeles Magazine
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
The Ten Most Dependable Family Law Attorneys, Goldline Research
2014 - Present
Founder, The Ratinoff Law Group
1989 - 2014
Partner, Freid and Goldsman, APLC
2011 - Present
ProVisorsMember
1989 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
1989 - Present
Beverly Hills Bar AssociationMember
1989 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
1989 - Present
Beverly Hills Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
1978
JD - Juris Doctor
1974
undergraduate
2015
Three's A Crowd: Love, Marriage and Taxes
2018
2017
English
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