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Brinda Gandhi
also known as Brinda J. Mehta
About Brinda
Biography
Brinda Gandhi is a Certified Family Law Specialist (CFLS). She has been an attorney for over 13 years and is licensed in both California and India. Brinda has dealt primarily in dissolutions, domestic violence, restraining orders, and custody cases. She also has experience with cross-border divorce and custody issues. She is fluent in English, Hindi, Marathi and Gujarati. In 2005 Brinda graduated from law school at the University of Mumbai in the top 10% of her class. After law school, Brinda worked with Citibank as an in-house legal counsel before she transitioned to family law in 2011.
Her compassion for her clients and focus on settling cases amicably outside of the courtroom has allowed Brinda to produce excellent results for her clients.
In addition to her experience as an attorney, Brinda also channels her compassion into helping others in her community. She served as President for the non-profit organization South Asian Helpline and Referral Agency (S.A.H.A.R.A), where she raised over $1,000,000 to provide services to victims of domestic violence. Brinda is also an Advisory Board Member for the organization Share a Smile, a non-profit which helps to provide opportunities for low-income communities in the field of education, healthcare and women empowerment.
In her free time, Brinda enjoys practicing yoga and meditation. You may also find her cooking, painting or enjoying a good book.
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Licensed in California for 15 years
State: California
Acquired: 2010
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Location
BG Family Law, APC
444 W Ocean Blvd, #1401, Long Beach, CA, 90802
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Showing 11 - 15 of 16 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by Sunny | August 26, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
Couldn't have asked for a better experience
After my consultation with Brinda I knew I had the right attorney for my case. Brinda was patient and professional, she helped educate me on the process throughout and never did I feel rushed. Brinda stayed steps ahead and was always detailed. In court, she was prepared and aggressive and all of thes...
Posted by Kinjal | January 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Lawyer
Brinda was very helpful throughout my case, she is very professional and transparent with each and every step while dealing with your case. When you are going through a legal process you need a lawyer to trust on completely. I loved how she considered all small details with my case, provided me corre...
Posted by Nicolas | January 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Help from afar
Ms. Brinda did an excellent job communicating with me while dealing with my case. Was very knowledgeable in what needed to be done and completed all the work expeditiously while I worked in Texas. Highly recommend her and her team for your legal needs! Thanks again Ms. Brinda!
Posted by Brinda | December 06, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family
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I highly recommend Brinda Gandhi as a family law attorney who has helped me to get restraining order and sole legal and physical custody of my child. Brinda is very quick in responding and she makes it very easy to understand case. I am so grateful for your passion, dedication, and professionalism. ...
Posted by anonymous | December 03, 2021 | Divorce & Separation
Brinda - Put My Mind At Ease
I've been going through my divorce for almost 2 years,, I am just about at the tail end of it with an MSC scheduled for early 2022. Recently I had to let go of my lawyer due to expenses but my ex had kept his lawyer and going up against a lawyer on your own is stressful, time consuming and at times c...
Brinda Gandhi's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Brinda is an extremely talented, compassionate, aggressive advocate for her clients. I refer to her with confidence and highly recommend her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Brinda is one of the most dedicated attorneys I know. Her work ethic is impeccable and it shows as she is always well prepared for court. She fights hard for her clients and is well respected by the judges. She is honest and hard working. Brinda's dedication extends beyond just being a good attorney. She is also active in the community."
"I endorse Brinda Gandhi. Her commitment and dedication to her clients and her attention to detail places her ahead of the crowd and allows her to be an effective advocate for her clients. She will go above and beyond to ensure her clients are well taken care of and fought for."
"I endorse this lawyer. Brinda lives, eats and breathes the practice of family law. Brinda is all business when it comes to getting the best results she can and yet exhibits empathy to put her clients at ease. Brinda treats everyone equally--from the blue collar or single mother to multimillion dollar celebrity cases."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Brinda is dedicated to providing quality representation to each and every client. She works hard and is extremely diligent."
"Brinda is a well-informed and tenacious attorney. I worked with her on many cases and she goes all out for her clients. She truly cares about her client's well-being and is a focused and result-oriented attorney."
"Brinda is a knowledgeable and trustworthy attorney. She zealously represents all of her clients with the utmost professionalism. I wholeheartedly endorse Brinda."
"Brinda is an excellent lawyer who is passionate about the representation of her clients. I would not hesitate to recommend Brinda for her services to anyone in need of an outstanding family law attorney."
"Mrs. Gandhi is a highly knowledgeable and dedicated attorney. Her professionalism speaks for itself. I highly endorse her."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2024
Super Lawyers, SuperLawyers
2024
Client's Choice, Avvo
2023
Certified Family Law Specialist, State Bar of California - Certified Specialist
2023
Client's Choice, Avvo
2022
Client's Choice, Avvo
2022
Lawyers of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction
2022
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2019
AD58 Woman of the Year, 58th Assembly District
N/A
N24 Excellence Honor, Nepal 24 Hours
Work Experience
2024 - Present
Principal Attorney, BG Family Law, APC
2021 - 2024
Managing Attorney, Envision Family Law
2011 - 2021
Legal Consultant/Attorney, Chugh, LLP
Associations
2024 - Present
Beverly Hills Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaAttorney
2023 - 2024
Association of Certified Family Law SpecialistsMember
2019 - 2024
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - 2022
SAHARAPast Chair/ Director
Education
2020
Stanford University
LEAD: Personal Leadership Certificate
2005
Mumbai University
Bachelors of Law
2002
Jai Hind College
Bachelors of Commerce
Speaking Engagements
2015
Tie SoCal
Business Law
Languages
French
Hindi
English
Marathi
Urdu
Gujarati
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How to withdraw one of my filings without prejudice (Family law)?
02 Oct 2015
Q&A
How do i withdraw a motion that i filed without prejudice (Family Law)?
27 Sep 2015
Q&A
Do I include all household expenses on FL-150 or only the things I pay for?
28 Aug 2015