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  • Pasadena, CA
  • Licensed for 26 years
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About Scott

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.

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Practice areas

OtherFamilyMarriage and prenuptialsChild supportChild custody
  1. Child custody: 20%

    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

    27 years, 5,000 cases

  2. Child support: 20%

    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

    27 years, 5,000 cases

  3. Marriage and prenuptials: 20%

    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

    27 years, 5,000 cases

  4. Family: 20%

    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

    27 years, 5,000 cases

  1. Divorce and separation: 20%

    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

    27 years, 5,000 cases

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

Scott Kosner

301 E. Colorado Blvd., Suite 610
Pasadena, CA, 91101

      Resume

      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      CAActive199402/07/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers158
      Legal guides0
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      2019 Lawyers of DistinctionPasadena Magazine2019
      A+ RatingBetter Business Bureau2018
      AV Preeminent: "An elite group of approx. 10% of all attorneys"Martindale-Hubble2018
      Certificate of AppreciationLos Angeles Superior Court2017
      Recognized for Service: Daily Settlement Officer (LA Sup. Court)Los Angeles County Bar Association2017
      Best of 2017 - Highest Rated FirmsThumbtack - Lawyer Ratings2017
      Certificate of AppreciationLos Angeles Superior Court2016
      Recognized for Service: Daily Settlement Officer (LA Sup. Court)Los Angeles County Bar Association2016
      Top Pro 2016Thumbtack - Lawyer ratings2016
      Client's Choice AwardAVVO2016
      Best of 2016 - Highest Rated FirmsThumbtack - Lawyer Ratings2016
      Recognized for service: Daily Settlement Officer (LA Sup Court)Los Angeles County Bar Association - Family Law Section2015
      Client's Choice AwardAVVO2015
      Best of 2015 - AttorneysMarc Zappacosta - CEO, Thumbtack2015
      Top ContributorAVVO2015
      5 Star Rating (out of 5)TT Professionals2015
      Excellent Status - Family & Divorce Law AttorneyAVVO - Attorney Ratings2015
      Wiley W. Manuel Award for Pro Bono Legal ServicesThe State Bar of California1994
      Special Recognition - Public Interest Law Offices of BHBABeverly Hills Bar Association1994
      Special Recognition - Public Interest Law Offices of LACBALos Angeles County Bar Association1994
      Law Clerk of the YearLos Angeles Free Clinic - Legal Department1994
      Best Oral Argument - Moot Court Honors BoardWCSOL1994
      Certificate - Outstanding Achievement In The Study Of LawWho's Who In American Law1993
      Five-Time Law School Scholarship ReceipientWhittier Alumni Committe, Whittier Scholarship Committee, MABA, HALSA, LIFE1993
      Magna Cum LaudeIllinois Institute of Technology1991
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      Minor's CounselLos Angeles Superior Court2015 - Present
      DSO - part of the official DSO (Daily Settlement Officer) teamLos Angeles Superior Court - Downtown, LA2015 - Present
      OwnerThe Kosner Firm - Family Lawyers1994 - Present
      DPSS Advocate LiaisonPublic Counsel1994 - 1994
      Law ClerkLos Angeles Free Clinic - Legal Department1993 - 1994
      TeacherChicago Board Of Education1989 - 1991
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      State Bar of CaliforniaFamily Law Section2000 - Present
      Los Angeles County Bar AssociationFamily Law Section1995 - Present
      LACBAMember1994 - Present
      Phi Alpha DeltaInternational Law Fraternity Member1992 - Present
      HALSA - Whittier Law ChapterPresident1992 - 1994
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      Whittier College School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1994
      Illinois Institute of TechnologyBS - Bachelor of Science1991
      Speaking Engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      Cannabis and Custody - What Every Patient/Parent Should KnowCalifornia Medical Marijuana Laws and Child Custody2015
      Legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      Family Law - Divorce Casesthousands of satisfied clients
      Family Law - Child Support Casesthousands of satisfied clients
      Family Law - Spousal Support (Alimony)thousands of satisfied clients
      Family Law - Child Custody Casesthousands of satisfied clients

      Reviews

      (39)
      5 Star
      		92%
      4 Star
      		0%
      3 Star
      		0%
      2 Star
      		3%
      1 Star
      		5%
      Review Scott Kosner

      Scott is Theee Man!!!

      Posted by

      This is the second time that I have worked with Scott and this man can make miracles happen. The first time Sott helped was when my sons mother and I were ordered to take a PPA and the courts were trying to take most of my access away from my son, but Scott was able to turn the tables by bringing up some good points about me having my son in sports. Scott was able to emphasize this and got my access modified so I did not loose any time away from my son. My sons mother was trying to take all custody away from me and Scott saved the day for me and for my son. Scott is the real deal my friends!!! I was just in court again this last week and hired Scott to represent me in getting true 50/50 ustody of my son and despite my sons mom slandering me in anybway she can, Scott was able to turn this around in a matter of one day and got me the results I have been looking for for the last 3 years now. Thank You Scott. You will always be a hero to those that need your help.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Absolutely THE BEST

      Posted by

      I was in a jam and needed legal advice in a hurry. Mr. Kosner got in touch with me almost immediately after receiving my request for a consultation. He spoke with me and I felt at ease. He is a very caring man, not just out for the money, he actually cares about his clients and offers so much info that I was no longer worried about representing myself! I will definitely use him If the need arises and make sure that others do too! Thanks Scott!
      This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
      Consulted attorney

      Scott truly respects his profession

      Posted by

      I am extremely pleased with how Scott has performed. Scott is experienced and knowledgeable; however, I find that his awareness and savvy are, at times, extremely valuable. Things have not gone perfectly during my hearings, but Scott has been able to communicate effectively with opposing counsel, maintain a good rapport with the judge and court clerks, etc. The thing I appreciate most about Scott is that he spends a lot of time explaining the process to me, as well as the things I should think about when attempting to settle. I have a checklist of things to do, and I feel that it's manageable. Although I hope to settle, I'm completely comfortable referring Scott to anyone who is interested in going through this process correctly.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Best

      Posted by

      Scott Kosner, to me is one of the best attorneys out there. i had hired an attorney to handle my divorce and it was taking for ever to end things got complicated and my other attorney was the one who referred me to Scott knowing he would be the only one able to get me out of the mess with a satisfactory result. that spoke very highly of Scott being referred as one of the best so i hired him and the results where better than i had expected. I find my self in a possible situation that I might need to hire him again and he is such an honest attorney that he explained to me that I might be able to handle the situation alone unless I didn't feel comfortable. with that said. I highly recommend him.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Very happy

      Posted by

      He was very gd lawyer and he explained everything to me and I really love the way u was with me I will let another people know about him .....
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Child Custody & Visitation

      Posted by

      Scott Kosner is an excellent attorney. He is a genuine man and helped me with my case. He knows what he is doing and you can tell he’s been doing this for 25 years. I told him exactly what I wanted with my custody and visitation case and he delivered. I am satisfied with the agreement he helped me reach with my daughter’s mother. I highly recommend him to anybody dealing through difficult family law situations. He knows what strategies to use depending on your case that will help get that result you want.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Outstanding lawyer

      Posted by

      He was very thorough and elaborated alot on my case...excellent Communication....I'm glad I hired him.....excellent Attorney....real professional in expressing himself and my case...
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Family Law Case

      Posted by

      Just want to say Ty for Scott Kosner for his help in my Family court case. Very professional and took the time to explain every detail and advice me on what to expect with Judges. I felt I was not alone through the process. He was there during regular court and child support. I was Impressed how he event won over my ex through the case when we were in court. Ty Scott. I really recommend if you want someone in your side that cares for you.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Child Custody Court Hearing

      Posted by

      Scott Kosner represented me on the day of my hearing, he did a fantastic job on making sure the court schedule I currently have with my daughters, would be followed and respected by my their mother. Prior to this date I would pick up my kids as scheduled and they would already be gone with either their mom or grandmother. Scott is an excellent and very professional attorney that will defend all of your rights as a parent. I am very thankful for Scott representing me in court, because now I get to spend time with my daughters as scheduled.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Outstanding Service

      Posted by

      I contacted Scott because I needed legal services in family law. He responded very quickly and answered all of my questions. He made my husband and myself feel very comfortable. He explained the documents in detail and in a language that we understood. If you are in need of an attorney I highly recommend Scott
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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      Attorney endorsements

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      Jason Stone

      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
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Brenda Lopez

      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
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      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

      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!