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

5

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 anonymous | December 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

The best team!

I had an excellent experience working with this divorce attorney and her team. From the beginning, they were professional, knowledgeable, and responsive, taking the time to clearly explain each step of the process and my options. Their attention to detail and strong advocacy gave me confidence during... a very stressful time. Communication was consistent, and I always felt that my best interests were a top priority. I am very grateful for their guidance and would highly recommend this attorney to anyone in need of skilled and compassionate divorce representation. Thank you, Janine Frisco and your associates!

Posted by Christina | January 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Thank You Janine Frisco!

I thank God that Janine Frisco stepped into my life during the most stressful and upsetting divorce from my ex husband. She gave me a voice and represented me in the most professional, knowledgeable and proactive way. Janine never wavered in her ethical intentions of representing and standing up for ...my (and my children's) legal rights and protection. She has succeeded in each court hearing that my ex has drug me through and has done so with dignity and respect for what is fair and just. I know that I would not have made it through without her legal representation and feel that she has been a shield in protecting my rights in times that I felt helpless. And always with the best of intentions for myself and my children. Thank you Janine Frisco and your associates for being there for me!

Posted by Lauren | May 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

THE ABSOLUTE BEST

Going through my divorce was the hardest time of my life and thank goodness I had Janine in my corner. Without her I wouldn’t have held it together throughout the process. There were many hiccups and delays with opposing counsel, but not with Janine. She was always responsive, understanding and gave... the best advice. She was thorough with helping me understand the next steps and how to proceed. I would recommend her to everyone.

Posted by Ben C. | December 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

Efficient Family Lawyer. Hire her and her team.

I retained Janine Frisco for my visitation and child support case in September 2021. My ex was requesting a move away (out of state), and therefore I need representation for visitation modification and child support modification. Throughout the entire process, Janine was very professional and rea...listic. I appreciate Janine’s honesty and hard work. Janine never rushed our appointments and always answered my questions truthfully. She explained the process of my situation and always offered help but remained realistic of the outcomes. Along with Janine, her paralegal Brianne is exceptional and a pleasure to work with. Brianne was always available and responded promptly. Brianne is well experienced and provides a wealth of knowledge. I would recommend Janine, her team, and their office to anyone looking for representation or legal advice. Family law is extremely difficult for all involved parties; my personal opinion and experience is, you want someone on your side but who is also realistic and honest. Truthfully, family law can take years and become quite costly over time. Having first-hand experience, Janine will continue to be my first phone call.

Posted by anonymous | October 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

The highest quality attorney.

Janine is the best family law attorney. She is very understanding and sensitive to your matter. She is always willing to go above and beyond for her clients. She not only has a thorough understanding of the law, but also thinks ahead for the possible outcomes. Any time I had a question or wasn't ...clear on a particular part of my case, she was always willing and available to help me thoroughly understand and ensure me that we were moving towards the same goal. Going through a divorce and child custody matter was a very emotional and tough situation for me, but I was able to find comfort and strength by having Janine by my side each step of the way.

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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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