I've been a lawyer for over 25 years now, focusing almost exclusively on Family Law for all of those years. I am in excellent standing with the State Bar of California and have never had any disciplinary actions taken against me by the Bar. (You would be surprised how many attorneys have.) Also, in over 25 years of practice, I have never paid for advertising, including with AVVO...no internet, no newspaper, no radio advertising. I don't even have a website. 100% of my work comes from referrals from other other happy clients or people who have seen my reviews online. This is because I'm honest, I charge a reasonable fee, I work hard, and I get great results. While I can never guarantee those results, I'm confident that you'll be happy with my work. (Google my name and you will see that I have almost nothing but 5-star reviews anywhere on the internet.)
I help all types of clients with their Family Law cases...everything from standard, middle-class earners, to high-asset, and high-profile cases. Please feel free to contact my office to set up a telephone, or in-office consultation.
THE KOSNER FIRM
Handling all areas of FAMILY LAW since 1994, including:
• General Family Law
• Mediation
• Divorce / Dissolution / Annulment / Legal Separation
• Prenuptial Agreements / Postnuptial Agreements / Cohabitation Agreements
• Child Custody and Visitation
• Spousal Support (Alimony)
• Child Support
• Modification of Support, Visitation, or Custody
• Restraining Orders / Domestic Violence
• Property Division
• Pension / Retirement Division
• Move-Away Requests
• Document Preparation or Review
• Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDRO's)
Please contact me if you have any of these issues. My staff and I will work extra hard to make you happy.
NOTE: We offer free 30-minute consultations by telephone, or you can pay a flat rate of $100 for an in-office consultation. You will receive a lot of valuable information at the consultation, and if you choose to hire my firm, the $100 will be applied to your retainer, making the consultation free.
Practice areas
Prenuptial Agreements, Postnuptial Agreements, Cohabitation Agreements, Divorce, Paternity, Legal Separation, Nullity, Spousal Support, Alimony, Child Support, Child Custody, Visitation, Division of Property, Division of Assets & Debts, Restraining Orders, Domestic Violence Issues, Child Abuse Issues, Settlement Agreements, Mediation, Move Away Cases
28 years, 5,000 cases
Prenuptial Agreements, Postnuptial Agreements, Cohabitation Agreements, Divorce, Paternity, Legal Separation, Nullity, Spousal Support, Alimony, Child Support, Child Custody, Visitation, Division of Property, Division of Assets & Debts, Restraining Orders, Domestic Violence Issues, Child Abuse Issues, Settlement Agreements, Mediation, Move Away Cases
28 years, 5,000 cases
Prenuptial Agreements, Postnuptial Agreements, Cohabitation Agreements, Divorce, Paternity, Legal Separation, Nullity, Spousal Support, Alimony, Child Support, Child Custody, Visitation, Division of Property, Division of Assets & Debts, Restraining Orders, Domestic Violence Issues, Child Abuse Issues, Settlement Agreements, Mediation, Move Away Cases
28 years, 5,000 cases
Prenuptial Agreements, Postnuptial Agreements, Cohabitation Agreements, Divorce, Paternity, Legal Separation, Nullity, Spousal Support, Alimony, Child Support, Child Custody, Visitation, Division of Property, Division of Assets & Debts, Restraining Orders, Domestic Violence Issues, Child Abuse Issues, Settlement Agreements, Mediation, Move Away Cases
28 years, 5,000 cases
Prenuptial Agreements, Postnuptial Agreements, Cohabitation Agreements, Divorce, Paternity, Legal Separation, Nullity, Spousal Support, Alimony, Child Support, Child Custody, Visitation, Division of Property, Division of Assets & Debts, Restraining Orders, Domestic Violence Issues, Child Abuse Issues, Settlement Agreements, Mediation, Move Away Cases
28 years, 5,000 cases
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 1994 | 02/07/2022 |
Legal answers | 158 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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2019 Lawyers of Distinction | Pasadena Magazine | 2019 |
A+ Rating | Better Business Bureau | 2018 |
AV Preeminent: "An elite group of approx. 10% of all attorneys" | Martindale-Hubble | 2018 |
Certificate of Appreciation | Los Angeles Superior Court | 2017 |
Recognized for Service: Daily Settlement Officer (LA Sup. Court) | Los Angeles County Bar Association | 2017 |
Best of 2017 - Highest Rated Firms | Thumbtack - Lawyer Ratings | 2017 |
Top Pro 2016 | Thumbtack - Lawyer ratings | 2016 |
Certificate of Appreciation | Los Angeles Superior Court | 2016 |
Recognized for Service: Daily Settlement Officer (LA Sup. Court) | Los Angeles County Bar Association | 2016 |
Client's Choice Award | AVVO | 2016 |
Best of 2016 - Highest Rated Firms | Thumbtack - Lawyer Ratings | 2016 |
Client's Choice Award | AVVO | 2015 |
Recognized for service: Daily Settlement Officer (LA Sup Court) | Los Angeles County Bar Association - Family Law Section | 2015 |
Best of 2015 - Attorneys | Marc Zappacosta - CEO, Thumbtack | 2015 |
Top Contributor | AVVO | 2015 |
5 Star Rating (out of 5) | TT Professionals | 2015 |
Excellent Status - Family & Divorce Law Attorney | AVVO - Attorney Ratings | 2015 |
Best Oral Argument - Moot Court Honors Board | WCSOL | 1994 |
Law Clerk of the Year | Los Angeles Free Clinic - Legal Department | 1994 |
Special Recognition - Public Interest Law Offices of LACBA | Los Angeles County Bar Association | 1994 |
Special Recognition - Public Interest Law Offices of BHBA | Beverly Hills Bar Association | 1994 |
Wiley W. Manuel Award for Pro Bono Legal Services | The State Bar of California | 1994 |
Certificate - Outstanding Achievement In The Study Of Law | Who's Who In American Law | 1993 |
Five-Time Law School Scholarship Receipient | Whittier Alumni Committe, Whittier Scholarship Committee, MABA, HALSA, LIFE | 1993 |
Magna Cum Laude | Illinois Institute of Technology | 1991 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Minor's Counsel | Los Angeles Superior Court | 2015 - Present |
DSO - part of the official DSO (Daily Settlement Officer) team | Los Angeles Superior Court - Downtown, LA | 2015 - Present |
Owner | The Kosner Firm - Family Lawyers | 1994 - Present |
DPSS Advocate Liaison | Public Counsel | 1994 - 1994 |
Law Clerk | Los Angeles Free Clinic - Legal Department | 1993 - 1994 |
Teacher | Chicago Board Of Education | 1989 - 1991 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
---|---|---|
State Bar of California | Family Law Section | 2000 - Present |
Los Angeles County Bar Association | Family Law Section | 1995 - Present |
LACBA | Member | 1994 - Present |
Phi Alpha Delta | International Law Fraternity Member | 1992 - Present |
HALSA - Whittier Law Chapter | President | 1992 - 1994 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Whittier College School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1994 |
Illinois Institute of Technology | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1991 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Cannabis and Custody - What Every Patient/Parent Should Know | California Medical Marijuana Laws and Child Custody | 2015 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Family Law - Divorce Cases | thousands of satisfied clients |
Family Law - Child Support Cases | thousands of satisfied clients |
Family Law - Spousal Support (Alimony) | thousands of satisfied clients |
Family Law - Child Custody Cases | thousands of satisfied clients |
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Jason Stone, Unknown Attorney on Feb 3, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Teresa Beyers, Divorce and separation Attorney on Sep 9, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Kosner is an excellent attorney who advocates zealously for his clients. I have worked with him in the past and have found him to be both professional and courteous at all times.
Jason Stone, Unknown Attorney on Feb 3, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer.
Teresa Beyers, Divorce and separation Attorney on Sep 9, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Kosner is an excellent attorney who advocates zealously for his clients. I have worked with him in the past and have found him to be both professional and courteous at all times.
Edwin Castellanos, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 24, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Brent Hardy, Family Attorney on Aug 8, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Scott without reservation. He has demonstrated an exceptional grasp of the law and has the skills of a superb litigator.
Michael Hulshof, Family Attorney on Jun 23, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Brenda Lopez, Unknown Attorney on May 8, 2015
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Jonathan Lacour, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 30, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Keen attention to detail and exceptional client service. One of the best divorce attorneys there truly is. I endorse this lawyer.
Malik Leigh, Family Attorney on Apr 23, 2015
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer. He is very respected in his local Family Law Community.
Matthew Smurda, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 23, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. He is highly knowledgeable and is a strong advocate for his clients.
Marya McFadden, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 23, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
George Munoz, Family Attorney on Apr 23, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Raquel Fernandez-Flaherty, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 22, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Kosner is a great asset to the legal community. He provides accurate and detailed responses on the AVVO boards.
Anne Healy, Family Attorney on Apr 21, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Good answers on Avvo.
Lawrence Geller, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 21, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Dan Yakobian, Family Attorney on Apr 21, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Jill Rogers, Unknown Attorney on Apr 20, 2015
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer. An intelligent and an amazing attorney.
Tony Anthony, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 20, 2015
Relationship: Other
Mr. Kosner has garnered the admiration and respect of both his clients and fellow attorneys. This is a remarkable feat. I highly recommend him to any and all potential clients.
Heather Mayer, Family Attorney on Apr 18, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Tomas Ross, General practice Attorney on Apr 18, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
A. Felsen, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 17, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Scott really knows his stuff! I highly endorse him!