Sean C Sobottka

Sean C Sobottka

5.0
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 14 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Domestic Violence

8033 W Sunset Blvd # 853, Los Angeles, CA

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Hourly Rates

$ 425-525 per hour


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Licenses

Licensed in California for 14 years

State: California

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 14 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2011

Inactive Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Sean C. Sobottka, APC

8033 W Sunset Blvd # 853, Los Angeles, CA, 90046-2401

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Sean C Sobottka's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

34 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by Tony | June 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Greatly appreciated beyond belief!

I hired Sean to help me through a tough year and a half custody battle with the mother of my son. My ex went as far as making false accusations so that she could attempt to get a restraining order on me. She knew our son wanted to live with me more than her and she wanted to tarnish my clean reputati...on. I'm so glad that I had him representing me. The accusations that were being put on me would have been life changing had it gone the other way. He was able to expose her demeanor and inconsistencies. He then went to work to help me through the custody battle and assisted me in getting my son to be home with me more. He's kind, professional, honest, knowledgeable, and will offer his best advice. All cases are different and alike in some ways but the fear, stress, nervousness, and/or anxiety we get is the same. So it's important that you have the right person on your side when you feel vulnerable. From the bottom of my heart, I truly appreciate what he did and feel blessed that I found him. Thank you Sean. I hope that more good parents that don't know what to do when going into such cases find their way to you.

Posted by Connie | May 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Thankful Beyond Belief

I came in on a referral of a friend. When I came to Sean, and his paralegal Danielle, my case was extremely convoluted. Sean and Danielle help me sort out the details and answered every question I had, of which there were many. They help me create a new case which better suited my needs and help me f...inalize my divorce and custody. I am so thankful that I found them when I did. I'm even more thankful that I now get to move on with my life and start a new chapter with my kiddo.

Posted by Kendahl | April 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Grateful

I was referred to Sean by a friend. I was excited that he had a lot of knowledge regarding Custody and infants. He is extremely helpful and goes above and beyond. The other party is not the easiest person to interact with and I was so glad that I hired him, he fights for what's in the best interest o...f the child. Even after the 1st court hearing he still available to help with the paperwork which can be confusing. I highly recommend him, and will do so to anyone that I know. Going to court can be stressful, don't know what I would have done without him.

Posted by Jasmine | June 05, 2015 | Child Custody

My Knight in a Nicely Tailored Suit!!

When I met Sean Sobbottka, I was in such a bad place mentally, I had lost all hope. My husband blindsided me took our daughters and made false child abuse reports against me to DCFS. I really didn't know what to do or if I would even get them back. I was so unprepared for the battle, I was only w...orking part time, I didn't have a car, and I had very little in my savings. After hearing my story he didn't look down on me. He was very sympathetic to my situation. He told me that he couldn't promise that it would be easy, but he would help me get my girls back with a reasonable visitation schedule. All he asked for in return was my honesty. I never felt like he was just in it for the money, he always checked in with me, he never sugar coated anything (but he was always optimistic), and he always tried to find reasonable but cost effective solutions to any curveball my ex tried to throw in court. He fought for my daughters as if they were his! After an 18 month battle I can finally say I am free of my ex and I have Mr. Sobottka to that for that. I have custody of my daughters with reasonable visitation orders for their father, I was awarded spousal supposal support, he got my child support orders modified to the correct amount. He freed me! I have my own car, my own apartment, a nice amount in my saving, but what was most important is that he helped me get my power back! He was truly a Godsend! I would recommend him to any and everyone! There's no words to describe how he helped change my life for the better.

Posted by Kendahl | May 21, 2015 | Child Custody

Beyond satisfied!

I was referred to Mr. Sobottka by a friend when I needed a lawyer short notice for a custody case. From the moment I contacted him I knew I had chosen the right one. He was very professional, Reassuring and reasonably priced. I appreciated the time he took to explain things to me and is ver...y knowledgeable when it comes to appropriate visitation for young children. I would definitely recommend him and will call him for any future legal matters.

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Sean C Sobottka's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kyle Puro

Family lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Sean is a wonderful lawyer with an attention to detail. I have referred this lawyer cases involving LBGT issues and pre-nups. Sean cares about his clients and his work product, which is the most important thing when hiring a lawyer. I strongly endorse Sean in all family law matters."

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Shannon Debiase

Family lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Sean was my opposing counsel in a mildly contentious divorce case involving primarily custody issues. I found him to be very reasonable and appropriately aggressive in advocating for his client. He was knowledgeable, cooperative, responsive and could be objective when necessary. I wholeheartedly endorse him."

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Michael Whitmarsh

Family lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've worked with Sean in several capacities and can say his services come highly recommended. His professionalism, attentiveness and knowledge of the law make him a great advocate for his clients and a pleasure to work with."

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Limor Mojdehiazad

Domestic violence lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Sean is a good person and a zealous advocate. Working with him is always a pleasure.I endorse this lawyer."

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Aaron Langberg

Unknown lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Timothy Follett

Family lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Other

"I had the pleasure of working alongside Sean when I was a first year associate. I wholeheartedly recommend him without hesitation or reservation. He is an excellent attorney. I admire his knowledge of the law, his skill as a litigator, and his ability to maintain a calm demeanor under difficult of situations."

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Craig Charles

Family lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sean is my go-to attorney for all family law referrals. His dedication to clients, his knowledge of the law and his ability to obtain top notch results is beyond compare. I highly recommend him!"

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Nathan Gabbard

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Turner

Family lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sean is a great lawyer - incredibly smart and a great advocate for his clients. Moreover, he is professional and effective in his practice. Sean is able to offer great service with efficiency and at a reasonable price. I highly recommend Sean for all Family Law needs."

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Michael Pusateri

Family lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Friend

"I know Sean to be a consummate professional. He is dedicated to those around him and has always held himself to the highest ethical standards."

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Jonathan Termechi

Family lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"Sean is a professional and knowledgable attorney with a wealth of experience in family law. I enthusiastically endorse him."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Sean. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Erica Brown

Family lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Sean is accountable, hard working, and a zealous advocate. As a fellow family law attorney, I can say without reservation that Sean will fight for your interests and at the same time help you cope with and move beyond the difficult divorce process."

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Joseph Land

Family lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer without reservation. Mr. Sobottka is a highly ethical, highly intelligent, and deeply caring attorney who is skilled at what he does best. I would recommend him to anyone facing family law trouble. You would be best served hiring this attorney."

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Kyle Puro

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Craig Charles

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Nathan Gabbard

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Wills and living wills lawyer

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Michael Pusateri

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Client's Choice, Avvo

2014

Client's Choice, Avvo

2010

Community Service Award, Emory University School of Law

2008

Fox Memorial Legal Scholarship, Berks County Community Foundation

2004

John F. Kennedy Community Service Award, Cornell University

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, Los Angeles County Bar Association Domestic Violence Project

2013 - Present

Attorney/Principal, Law Office of Sean C Sobottka

2015 - 2016

Attorney, International Fertility Law Group

2010 - 2010

Externship, Department Of Labor, Office Of The Solicitor

2010 - 2013

Attorney / Paralegal, Claery & Green, LLP

2009 - 2009

Extern, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

Associations

2015 - Present

American Bar Association

Family Law - Assisted Reproductive Technology

2014 - Present

West Hollywood Chamber of Commerce

Member

2011 - Present

Beverly Hills Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Pro Bono Attorney - Domestic Violence Project

Sample of Legal Cases

In re: Intended Parents' Surrogacy

Successfully established intended parents as parents and surrogate and partner as having no parental rights, obligations, or responsibilities.

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Education

2010

Emory University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2004

Cornell University

Speaking Engagements

2017

2017 Family Law Spring CLE Conference

Infectious and Communicable Diseases in Assisted Reproduction Technology

Publications

2017

American Bar Association, The Family Advocate Roadblocks to Assisted Reproduction

Languages

English

Activity

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