Janet E. Dockstader is a partner with Dockstader Orliczky. She has more than a decade of experience litigating marital and domestic partnership dissolutions that include property issues, spousal support, child support, child custody and often times, domestic violence. In addition, Ms. Dockstader is experienced and trained in negotiating marital settlement agreements to avoid court intervention. With ample experience litigating Long Beach and Orange County family law matters, she is also routinely litigating matters in Los Angeles and Whittier.
As an experienced litigator, Ms. Dockstader knows the importance of being aggressive yet effective in the courtroom. She also understands that litigation is not for every client and understands the emotional toll a dissolution can have on a client. As such, practicing mediation and collaboration provides her clients with a choice as to how to proceed through possibly the toughest time in their life and allows them to take some control over the results. While proceeding through the case, Ms. Dockstader listens carefully to her client's objectives and needs and helps them make the best choices possible for their particular circumstance.
Ms. Dockstader is certified by the State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization, as a certified family law specialist. Only 10% of California's family law attorneys have earned this additional education and title.
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State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 2001 | 06/05/2022 |
Legal answers | 2 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2015 |
America's Most Influential Women | Sky Radio | 2014 |
Certified Specialist - Family Law | State Bar of California | 2014 |
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2014 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2012 |
Los Angeles Women Leaders in the Law | Los Angeles Times | 2011 |
Los Angeles Women Leaders in the Law | Los Angeles Times | 2010 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2005 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Brandmeyer Gilligan & Dockstader, LLP | 2011 - Present |
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Los Angeles County Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Long Beach Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Long Beach Court | Family Law Mediator | N/A |
Loyola Law School Alumni Association | Member | N/A |
Long Beach Bar Association | Former Board of Directors | 2007 - 2008 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Loyola Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 2001 |
Monterey Institute of International Studies | N/A | |
University of California - Santa Barbara | BA - Bachelor of Arts | N/A |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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California Family Law Practice for Paralegals Conference | Handling Ethical Issues in Family Law Practice | 2014 |
Connecting Points for Loyola Law School Young Alumni | "Family Law" for Loyola Law School Young Alumni interested in the field | 2013 |
National Business Institute Teleconference | Special Needs and Disability in Custody Cases | 2013 |
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Andrew Klausner, Family Attorney on Sep 20, 2019
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I have handled high-conflict child custody/visitation matters in which Ms. Dockstader was the opposing counsel, as well complex, high value financial matters. In each of those cases there were real risks that discovery and litigation could drag on for years - to the parties' extraordinary personal and financial detriment - and in one case, to the near certainty that a long case would destroy the relationship between their child and both parents. Ms. Dockstader was able to focus on finding sensible, long term solutions rather than taking a path that would have likely been very lucrative for her, but would not have been in either parties' best interest. Janet is professional, creative, and goal oriented - and is willing to fight for her clients when necessary and appropriate. A top-notch attorney at a firm with a well deserved reputation in the community,
Ryan Hirota, Marriage and prenuptials Attorney on Dec 16, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. You will not find a more professional and hard working attorney who will fight for you every step of the way.
Brian Brandmeyer, Family Attorney on Dec 10, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
I have known Janet Dockstader as a Family Law Colleague, for approximately seven years. Janet is caring, has an excellent, personal connection with her clients, and is an excellent trial attorney, who consistently obtains good results for her clients.
John Gilligan, Family Attorney on Nov 3, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Janet is an aggressive and extremely competent family law attorney who works tirelessly for her clients. Janet's reputation as a certified family law specialist in our legal community is impeccable.
Michael Sarris, Family Attorney on Jan 15, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
Janet is one of the most dynamic attorneys in our firm. She works tirelessly to advance her clients' interests and is very pleasant and competent. These qualities make her very effective and have secured the loyalty of her wide client base over the years. I would strongly recommend her to any client.