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Debra A Opri
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Biography
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Practice Areas
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Licensed in New York for 28 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 34 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 36 years
State: California
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 34 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Debra A Opri
8383 Wilshire Blvd #830, Beverly Hills, CA, 90211-2407
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Debra A Opri's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 21 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | October 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Untruthful and full of excuses.
Kept making promises that she wouldn’t keep. Would speak Ill of me in emails to opposing counsel. Unnecessarily hostile to everyone involved.
Posted by Dan | May 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Over charged me once I fired her
Deborah was an absolute disaster to work with. She was busy on two trials and said as much and apologized when I told her that I could never get a hold of her and she never responded to calls. She charged me $14,000 for one month of horrible work product. She has line items like text message .75 hour...
Posted by Mitch | August 22, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
A courtroom shark who got the job done!
I was in litigation involving an estate and Debra Opri accomplished everything I could hope for and more. I would highly recommend Debra Opri.
Posted by SN | March 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best LA attorney
Highly recommended! Debra Opri is excellent at any stage in your process .. If you hire her first you have no worries .. Hiring her as your attorney is like having a all time champion in your ring! Ms. Opri can step in anytime and correct or revise a broken case as well and turn it around to your a...
Posted by Rachel | September 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Rachel , Family Law Client
In the beginning of 2014 I married a very high profile athlete. I left my home town of Texas and came to live in my new house in LA. Well in a short period of time things turned for the worse , and I packed it up and headed back to Texas . On my journey home I was frightened to death , what was I goi...
Debra A Opri's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer and all the work she does to get the best results for clients."
"I worked with Debra on a high profile divorce case!! She did exceptionally well! She is intelligent and professional! In over 25 years of practice, I have worked with hundreds of divorce lawyers and Debra is one of the top lawyers! She is very knowledgeable and experienced in Family Law. Her fees were extremely reasonable! A pleasure to work with!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have worked with Debra on a number of cases, and I have seen her in action. She is thorough in her preparation and analysis of her cases, she fights hard for her clients' best interest, and is not intimidated by any of her opposing counsel. She does what is right for her clients and gets them what they deserve. I definitely endorse Debra for any family law matter where a client needs a fighter."
"Debra was my opposing counsel on a litigation matter. I found her to be a formidible opponent and an excellent advocate for her client. I was impressed with her legal knowledge. She fought hard but was professional throughout and we eventually reached a fair and reasonable settlement. I would hightly endorse Debra for any litigation matters."
"I have known Debra for about five years. I have observed her in court and I have seen her in action. Debra is a tough negotiator and a skilled trial lawyer. She won't roll over for anyone and she never stops until she gets the best result possible for her clients. Her clients can rest assured that they are in good hands. I endorse this lawyer's work and recommend her without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Debra Opri is a highly skilled, knowledgeable lawyer. I found her to be extremely well prepared and confident. Debra is one of the most articulate lawyers I have ever come across, an attribute vital to her client's success! I would send my sister to her!"
"Debra possesses the most important qualities in a family law attorney. She is a zealous advocate in the courtroom, but she also cares about the person and the affect the legal matter is having on them mentally, emotionally and psychologically. What also impresses me about Debra is that no matter how long she has been practicing law, she never stops learning. Whether it is case law, legal procedures or trial techniques, Debra has a neverending intrinsic desire to get better and better and stay at the top of her game."
"I endorse this lawyer. Seeing Debra Opri in action never ceases to amaze me. She is sharp, and will fight hard to do whatever it takes to get the best results."
"I had the pleasure of working with Debra as an expert in one of her cases. I found her to be very prepared, intelligent and hard working. Throughout my experience with Debra, she always kept her client's best interests at heart and vigorously pursued those interests. I would welcome the opportunity to work with Debra again."
"I am honored to endorse this lawyer. Having known Ms. Opri since 1997, having worked with her on a number of cases and even having her handle legal matters on my behalf, I do not hesitate to refer to her in the most highly respected regard. She is ethical and one of the most hard working attorneys I know. Debra Opri lives for her clients.I have had the good foturne to learn from her personally,"
"I endorse this lawyer and her work. I have known Debra Opri for over thirty years, worked with her on several cases, including the internationally televised Anna Nicole Smith case triology(i.e., Probate, Family & Appellate levels) ,in Broward County, Florida in 2007. I have seen her in action in and out of the courtroom. She is a dedicated, passionate and media savvy attorney, always giving 110% for her clients as well as always willing to share hier expertise with a colleague. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a top notch, experienced attorney. She is an aggressive and zealous advocate for her clients dealing with the highest ethical standards and preeminent legal skill. She is also media savvy and uses it to the best advantage of her clients and their cases. She is not afraid to litigate a "high profile" case, and she gets great results for her clients. She is well known and well respected by her fellow attorneys in California and nationwide."
"Debra is a highly knowledgeable and competent attorney who is experienced in handling complex family law cases. She is a strong advocate for her clients and vigorously pursues their interests and goals. I would not hesitate to refer a client to Debra, with the knowledge that they will be well represented and cared for."
"Debra is a strong and smart attorney, who ensures she is fighting for her client's rights, without losing sight of the overall needs of a former family in divorce and custody cases. I trust that the clients I refer to her will be very well taken care of by her and her staff."
"I have known Ms. Opri for several years, and I consider her to be one of the absolute best attorneys in Southern California. She has handled numerous complex cases, and is a fierce advocate for her clients. I do not hesitate to fully endorse her as a great attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Women Leaders in the Law, LAT Women Leaders in the Law
2013
Client Choice Award, Avvo
2013
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Orchard Award, CARRY [Coalition for At Risk Youth]
2010
Women Leaders in the Law, LAT Women Leaders in the Law
Work Experience
1989 - Present
Partner, Opri & Associates
Associations
2013 - Present
Santa Monica Bar Association, Family Law SectionAffiliate Member
2013 - Present
National Association of Professional WomenMember
1991 - Present
Beverly Hills Bar AssociationMember
1989 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
State Bar of California, Family Law Section
Sample of Legal Cases
Anna Nicole Smith paternity case, et al
resolved
Michael Jackson's parents' Katharine & Joe
Michael Jackson was acquitted
David & Pamela Hasselhoff divorce
case resolved
David Caruso paternity/palimony cases
palimony settled; paternity resolved
Jermaine Jackson divorce
resolved
James Brown [adv Agbalaya]
jury verdict in favor of James Brown
Kevin Hart divorce
settled
Education
1987
Whittier College School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1982
New York University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
Publications
2013
www.debraopri.com
The Opri Opinion
2013
The Opri Opinion
When Your Valentine Files for Divorce
2013
The Opri Opinion
How to Use a Divorce
2013
The Opri Opinion
In the Matter of Paternity Cases
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Looking for pro bono attorney for child custody case, child needs both his parents not just the one who can afford an attorney
04 Mar 2013
Q&A
My wife is having an affair. Can I legally take my children and leave the house.
05 Mar 2013
Q&A
Are court hearings in paternity cases closed to the public in California family law courts?
27 Feb 2013