Janine Marie Frisco

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Janine Marie Frisco

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 26 years

Child custody Lawyer at Long Beach, CA
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Child Support, Mediation ... +2 more

1 World Trade Ctr Ste 2150, Long Beach, CA

About Janine

Biography

As the largest family law firm in the greater South Bay area, and with over 40 years of experience, GFT has the dedication and knowledge required to handle every type of family law matter.

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Child Custody 20%

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Child Support 20%

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Divorce and Separation 20%

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Family 20%

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Mediation 20%

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Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2018

Licenses

Licensed in California for 26 years

State: California

Acquired: 1999

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Brandmeyer Gilligan & Dockstader, LLP

1 World Trade Ctr Ste 2150, Long Beach, CA, 90831

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Janine Marie Frisco's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

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Posted by Annalisa | June 03, 2015 | Family

Outstanding family lawyer who genuinely cares!

Janine Frisco did an amazing job on my case where a family member wanted to put a restraining order on me since I was concerned about the welfare of her two young children. Janine was able to weed through the facts and come up with a great response and by doing that got the case dismissed and in turn... helped two young children who needed someone on their side. Thank you Janine!

Posted by Christine | March 16, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

The Lawyer to have

"I was referred to Janine Frisco by a friend. I'd already had two attorneys who had not represented me well and I found myself in a terrible situation. My friend told me that Janine was the lawyer to have after other lawyers fail. In working with Janine I found this to be true. She worked tirelessly ...on my case and was available to me when I needed her. We communicated often and she was very honest with me. She did not promise me that things could be changed, but she certainly came through for me. She cared about me and my daughter and told me what I needed to hear. I would highly recommend Janine. She is confident, realistic and compassionate."

Posted by Denise | February 25, 2015 | Child Support

Janine Rockstar

Top Notch, Professional, Intelligent and caring are just a few things that come to mind about Janine. I hired Janine to represent me when my ex wanted to take me back to court to reduce my child support and stop my alimony, not split his 401k and force me to sell our home. This was after being marr...ied for 25 years. I wish I had hired Janine at the beginning of the divorce, but I am so thankful I met her and hired her. (We initially decided to handle the divorce ourselves without lawyers, which was a big mistake). Janine truly saved me from being taken advantage of. She advised me every step of the way and was knowledgeable, caring and compassionate. Janine works nonstop for her clients and is a skilled negotiator. I've already recommended her to my friend, who also raves about her. Thank you, Janine!

Posted by anonymous | August 20, 2013 | Child Custody

A True Saving Grace

Janine Frisco was my true saving grace in my child custody case. I do not know how I would have made it through the last 8 months without her. She is caring and understanding, and was always there for me around the clock. Janine was also very upfront and honest with me, letting me know what to ex...pect and what was realistic. When you hire Janine as your attorney, you know that you are in the best of hands, and that you can trust her with the most important circumstances in your life. She knows how to get you what is just without being overly aggressive or callous. Above all, she cares about the children involved in her cases and what is best for them, which is what is most important really. I cannot say enough about how wonderful Janine is, and would tell anyone to stop searching right here.

Posted by anonymous | June 23, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Excellent attorney

I saw 4 different attorneys before hiring Ms. Frisco and I am so glad I chose her. Ms. Frisco is very honest and genuinely cared about me. Divorce was very emotional for me since my wife and I have 2 children and we were all very scared and upset when we chose to split up. Ms. Frisco was very attenti...ve and was always available at the drop of a hat. Thank you Janine for making a scary and emotional stage in my life less painful, I will continue to refer you for other people in need of a divorce/family attorney!

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Janine Marie Frisco's Lawyer Endorsements

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Janet Dockstader

Unknown lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"Janine is a wonderful attorney who is invested in her clients and the end result."

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Nadine Orliczky

Unknown lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Janine is a creative problem solver who takes an individualized approach to each of her clients. She is also a passionate advocate in court. Her clients are fortunate to have her."

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Barbara McNamara

Family lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Janine and I worked together from 10/2012 to 10/2013. Janine is a hard working attorney who empathizes with her clients problems, and fights to win for them. Janine tries to settle cases when appropriate, and will fiercely litigate when settlement fails."

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Thomas Poletti

Family lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Gilligan

Family lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Hi Janine: I hope you are well. I am working on improving my AVVO profile and wondered if you would please provide me with a peer endorsement? I would be really appreciate it!"

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Michael Sarris

Family lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"Janine is a passionate and effective advocate in the complex family law arena. She truly cares for her clients and always goes the extra mile to ensure that their interests are well served. I strongly recommend Janine to any client who needs an attorney who will give the personal attention needed and obtain the best results."

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John Bachmayer

Family lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"Janine has the uncommon combination of technical expertise, street smarts, political savvy, genuine compassion, and bull-dog tenacity. These qualities that she brings to the practice of Family Law are all valuable because of the unique needs that have to be addressed in the typical case, especially in the case involving minor children. Janine has all the skills that are necessary to help get Family Law clients through what are usually the most difficult times of their lives."

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David Pisarra

Family lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I had the pleasure of being opposite Janine - she's a tenacious attorney who fights vigorously for her clients. She's knowledgeable, capable and aggressive without be abusive. I would definitely refer a client to her and feel no doubt about her abilities, professionalism and ethics."

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Nadine Orliczky

Family lawyer

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Mary Holloway

Family lawyer

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Barbara McNamara

Family lawyer

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Michael Sarris

Family lawyer

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John Bachmayer

Family lawyer

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John Gilligan

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Featured Attorney, Lawyers of Distinction

2024

Featured Attorney, Lawyers of Distinction

2023

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2022

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2022

Featured Attorney, Lawyers of Distinction

2021

Featured Attorney, Lawyers of Distinction

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Of Counsel, Brandmeyer Gilligam Dockstader & Davidson, LLP

2006 - 2010

Of Counsel, Brandon & Yark

2004 - 2006

Of counsel, Law Offices of Charles E. Frisco

Associations

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

Long Beach Bar Association

Member

Italian Bar Association

Member

2024 - 2024

Southeast District Bar Association

Trustee

Education

1998

Western State Univ COL

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

California State University, Long Beach

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Family Law Section Meeting

Objections in Declaration and Discovery

Languages

English

Activity

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