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Latanya Sewell

4.9
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 12 years

Family Lawyer at Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas: Family

12121 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 501, Los Angeles, CA

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About Latanya

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Family 100%

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 250-275 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2026 2018 2017
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Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2014

Licenses

Licensed in California for 12 years

State: California

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Latanya Sewell

12121 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 501, Los Angeles, CA, 90025

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Latanya Sewell's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

58 Client Reviews

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Posted by Tommie | September 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A Godsend... A Phenomenal Attorney

Mrs. LaTanya...She is an Angel! I know God placed her in my life to give me a Peace of Mind and a New Start to rebuilding my life after going through a divorce and child custody process. I can't Thank Her Enough! She is extremely professional, knowledgeable, thorough, and goes over and beyond to make... sure you understand every aspect of the law that pertains to your situation. She is genuine, compassionate, and always responded in a timely fashion when I needed clarity during any phase of my divorce and child custody process. She helped me to move forward and seek out what was best for my Daughter and I. I am Forever Grateful to her! I would recommend her for ANY Family Law situation you may have. She is a truly a Blessing to me. May God continue to Bless her Always!

Posted by Joshua | August 18, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

MIRACLE WORKER!!!

Latanya is the most amazing attorney I have ever had the esteemed pleasure of working with. I was fighting a losing custody battle for years when I was blessed with a referral to Latanya. During our initial consultation she quickly understood the situation that I was in without my having to re-expl...ain the facts several times, which was refreshing. She made very clear what she needed from me in order to be able to properly represent me. She answered all of my questions without hesitation, and was forthcoming with any information that I requested. She explained exactly what she was doing, why she was doing it, and how it would help my case. I never felt like I was in the dark as to what was going on, and due to Latanya's guidance I could easily understand the jargon during the hearings. She was the first attorney that I worked with that thoroughly reviewed ALL of my documents and filings, which was crucial to her being able to build a rock-solid case. She advised me on how facts are viewed under the law, and how different laws are applied. She was extraordinarily responsive and was always there for me when I needed help. She also advised me on how to properly conduct myself inside and outside of the courtroom so that I would not do any harm to my own case. She conducted herself with the utmost professionalism at all stages of the case and never wavered in her confidence that the facts of my case stood on their own merit. Latanya did in 5 months what other attorney's and myself could not do in 4 1/2 years. She planned her argument with every possible contingency in mind. She anticipated the opposition's arguments and strategies, and planned defenses and counterattacks like a true master in the art of argumentation. My case was very involved, complicated, and time sensitive. Latanya did everything in her power to expedite my matter, and made every accommodation to be there when I needed her. There were many times when I became discouraged and she was there to remind me that I, in fact, was justified in my stance, that the facts of my case support my position, and that I should strengthen my resolve. She never made any decisions for me, but gave me all of the facts, opinions, and advise that I needed in order to make my own judgement calls. When we would meet and confer she was always well prepared and ready to address any and all of my concerns. We seemed to be exactly on the same page as to how to handle the case, and which direction to take the case. I could not be more ecstatic with the results of my case, and I owe everything to Latanya's amazing talents. To be able to handle my case and win, while handling several other cases at the same time and also win those cases is truly amazing. Latanya is a rare breed of attorney and is also an overall joy to be around. She conveys an unwavering confidence that is contagious. She helps to calm courtroom nerves. She argued my case with severity and tenacity as if she was personally involved in my day-to-day struggle; like I would argue if I were an attorney arguing my own case with all of the emotion and conviction that I felt throughout the proceedings. She destroyed opposing counsels attempts to belittle my position and to impeach me. She is a pit bull in the courtroom and I feel privileged to have had the opportunity to work with such an amazing person. If you need someone who will FIGHT for you, look no further!!! Latanya is by far THE BEST!!! THANK YOU LATANYA!!!!

Posted by James | August 04, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Outstanding Attorney

I thought I had lost my house during my bitter divorce and was frustrated and felt hopeless due to the State of California marriage laws. Latanya was patient with me and guided me step by step through the process. Sooner than I expected, she got my divorce finalized and I'm getting my house back. The...re's not enough praise for her legal skills to accomplish that feat. Latanya Sewell is an outstanding attorney.

Posted by K. Gillard | August 04, 2015 | Child Support

Excellent, Thorough, The Best

Latanya has been a life saver in regards to my child support/custody case. She is very detailed and knowledgeable. She is definitely more concerned with what's right for the client rather than what's right for her pockets. My case was already open and I was one of those that was trying to do it mysel...f and it was taking forever. When Latanya took on my case it was very little time till my next court date. She was very aggressive with getting all the information needed to prepare and even more agressive in the court room. Latanya was able to get me exactly what I wanted in both custody & support fatser than i would have ever expected. She has went above and beyond in my opinion even down to addressing little petty things I had to deal with from my children's mother. I couldn't be more pleased with her professionalism & the outcome of my case. She is definitely considered a friend now. I do, have and will continue to recommend her to anyone seeking an attorney in family law

Posted by Paul | May 04, 2015 | Child Custody

Stop looking - Latanya is the BEST!

Sitting in the courtroom watching other cases/lawyers come in unprepared made me so grateful to have Latanya on my side. She always had everything filed on time and concisely understood the specific issues. I listened as other attorneys haggled over tens of thousands of dollars in legal fees as the... Judge scolded them for coming unprepared. She would have easily beat those other lawyers for a fraction of the cost. The result? 100% legal & physical custody to me, AND annulment of the marriage.

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Latanya Sewell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Emily Rubenstein

Family lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ronald Litz

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer.Very knowledgable and a very good lawyer in Court."

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Peter Marek

Family lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nicholas Salick

Family lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly endorse Latanya as a family law attorney. Latanya's experience in family law is significant as she was a paralegal in family law for over 10 years prior to becoming an attorney, and her professionalism, knowledge and insight are phenomenal. Her work product was excellent and thorough, as was her availability to work on a contractual basis. It is only a matter of time before I will oppose her on a case, and I already know that I will have to work exceptionally hard to do so."

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Alexandra Lavinsky

Family lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Latanya is a wonderful and aggressive attorney for whom the bar exam was just a formality. She has years of training and first hand experience as a paralegal and the skills necessary to handle all aspects of family law."

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John O'Brien

Family lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of her clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Honors

2012

Dean's List, University of West Los Angeles

2011

Witkin Award, Witkin Award

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Owner, Law Offices of Latanya Sewell

1996 - 2014

Independent Paralegal, Various Family Law Firms

Sample of Legal Cases

Marriage of Dumont

1 year restraining order against Mom

Marriage of Valesco

Court granted request and Wife 's spousal support was reinstated

Marriage of Abraham v. Keeten

Obtained an affordable payment plan for father

Sandoval v. Ibarra

Court Order for the Immediate Return of the Minor Child to Mom's Care

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Education

2012

University of West Los Angeles School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

Activity

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Latanya earned significant contribution points in 2014.

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