Hello, and thank you for visiting my page! I am the owner of Law Offices of Kelly Chang. We know family matters. Our practice is devoted to helping those who need us where it matters most -at home. My practice is limited to Family Law including Divorce, Annulment, Spousal Support, Child Support; Modification, Child Custody and Visitation, Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements, Property Division; Restraining Orders
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Kelly Chang Rickert knows family matters. As founder of Law Offices of Kelly Chang, her firm devotes its entire practice to family law. For almost ten years, she has handled a variety of cases with issues involving divorce, child custody and visitation, child support, spousal support, property division, and domestic violence issues. She is frequently quoted in the media and is a legal expert for CBS, NBC, Inside Edition, Entertainment Tonight, OMG! Insider, The Insider, TV Guide, MTV, NPR, E!, Style Network, People Magazine, Life and Style, Star Magazine, Hollywood Reporter, Forbes, Reuters, in celebrity divorce and paternity cases, including the Kardashians, Britney Spears, Mel Gibson, Charlie Sheen, Kobe Bryant and Michael Jackson. Mrs. Chang Rickert is an active member of the Los Angeles County Bar Association and American Bar Association, and has authored several articles on family law.
Practice areas
22 years, 200 cases
Languages spoken
Mandarin, French
Law and Mediation Offices of Kelly Chang
438 S. Pasadena Ave.
Pasadena, CA, 91105
Los Angeles Divorce and Family Lawyer
Law and Mediation Offices of Kelly Chang
5405 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 236
Los Angeles, CA, 90036
San Francisco Prenup Lawyers
240 Stockton St.
Suite 400
San Francisco, CA, 94108
San Diego Prenup Lawyers
1020 Prospect St.
Suite 250
San Diego, CA, 92037
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 2000 | 02/07/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Superlawyer | SuperLawyers | 2015 |
superlawyer | SuperLawyers | 2014 |
Superlawyer | SuperLawyers | 2013 |
Superlawyer | SuperLawyers | 2012 |
SuperLawyers Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2011 |
Top Young Lawyers | Los Angeles Magazine | 2011 |
SuperLawyer Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2010 |
Superlawyer Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2009 |
SuperLawyer Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2008 |
Certified Family Law Specialist | State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization | 2008 |
Superlawyers | SuperLawyers | 2007 |
Harriet Buhai Volunteer Award | Harriet Buhai | 2006 |
Outstanding Pro Bono Attorney | San Francisco Bar Association | 2002 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Founder | Law Offices of Kelly Chang | 2005 - Present |
Attorney | Cooper, White & Cooper, LLP | 2002 - 2005 |
Attorney | Haight, Brown and Bonesteel | 2002 - 2002 |
Attorney | Dryden Margoles, LLP | 2000 - 2002 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization | Certified Family Law Specialist | 2008 - Present |
Los Angeles County Bar Association | Member | N/A |
San Francisco County Bar Association | Member | N/A |
American Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Hollywood Life | Oh No, This is Bad News, Sandra Bullock | 2010 |
Divorce360.com | Divorce Calculator | 2009 |
Divorce360.com | Divorce and the Economy | 2009 |
ABA Journal | Family Law and Marketing | 2009 |
California Lawyer Magazine | YouTubing for Clients | 2009 |
Custody Match | How Much Will My Divorce Cost? | 2008 |
Divorce 360.com | Going to Court for Child Support | 2008 |
Divorce 360.com | Strange Prenuptial Agreement | 2008 |
Divorce 360.com | Filing for Joint Custody | 2008 |
Tie The Knot | Should I get a Prenup, and When? | 2008 |
Divorce 360.com | Is Alimony Possible in Common Law Marriages? | 2008 |
Lawyers USA | Not your Grandchildren's YouTube | 2008 |
Divorce 360.com | YouTube, Divorce, and Airing your Dirty Laundry | 2008 |
Modern Woman's Divorce Guide | The Purpose-Driven Divorce | 2007 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Univ of San Diego SOL | N/A | |
Univ of California at Los Angeles | N/A |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Documentary | American Marriage | 2011 |
Celebrity News | Mel Gibson's Domestic Violence Charges | 2010 |
Hollywood 411 | More Britney Spears | 2008 |
Hollywood 411 | Britney Spears' Custody Case | 2008 |
Hollywood 411 | Christie Brinkley's Divorce Case | 2008 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Smith v. Jones | Favorable Custody Outcome for client |
Benveniste v. Snyder | Successfully defended false claims of DV. |
In the Marriage of Jackson and Lumpkin | Property Division - No undue influence found. |
Ruffin v. Barnett | Custody for client |
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Frank Chen, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 10, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Kelly Chang Rickert has superb knowledge and experience in family law. I have known her quite a while. As a family law attorney, Kelly is knowledgeable, meticulous and professional, and a true asset to our legal community. It is my pleasure to endorse her.
Kristen Howard, Mediation Attorney on Jul 7, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. Kelly is an excellent mediator. She is very knowledgeable about the law and shows empathy and compassion towards the litigants. Kelly is child centered and encourages parents to work together to come up with the best parenting skills and plans for their children. I highly recommend Kelly as a mediator.
Frank Chen, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 10, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Kelly Chang Rickert has superb knowledge and experience in family law. I have known her quite a while. As a family law attorney, Kelly is knowledgeable, meticulous and professional, and a true asset to our legal community. It is my pleasure to endorse her.
Kristen Howard, Mediation Attorney on Jul 7, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Kelly is an excellent mediator. She is very knowledgeable about the law and shows empathy and compassion towards the litigants. Kelly is child centered and encourages parents to work together to come up with the best parenting skills and plans for their children. I highly recommend Kelly as a mediator.
Omid Khorshidi, Family Attorney on Nov 5, 2016
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Kelly is a smart and caring lawyer. A lawyer with these attributes is especially needed in family law matters. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer.
Karine Karadjian, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 30, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Kelly is so nice and friendly! She tries to work with opposing counsel to reach the best settlement for her clients.
Robert Reganyan, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 25, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Kelly is a very smart and dedicated attorney.
Veronica Blangy, Family Attorney on Jan 25, 2015
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I endorse this lawyer.
Alice Graham, Family Attorney on Jan 23, 2015
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Kelly is dedicated, hard working, brilliant, and a delightful person too. I have referred many clients to her.
Douglas Borthwick, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 2, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Ronald Hedding, Unknown Attorney on Jul 11, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Abraham Chaparian, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 25, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Robert Borsky, Family Attorney on Nov 7, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer. She is competent, smart and knowledgeable.
Leon Bayer, Divorce and separation Attorney on Oct 25, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.
James Reape, Unknown Attorney on Oct 10, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.
David Pisarra, Divorce and separation Attorney on Oct 9, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I've worked with Kelly as opposing counsel, and I can say that she is a great attorney who knows her material, defends her client's interests and will work towards a great resolution for the parties with creative solutions. I think she's a great attorney who makes a difficult situation better.
Peter Lamont, Divorce and separation Attorney on Oct 7, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer. She has earned the respect and trust of fellow lawyers and clients.
Randi Klein, Family Attorney on Sep 6, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I met Kelly about 5 years ago on the family law list serve of the LA county bar association. Kelly is very knowledgeable about family law and generously shares information with her colleagues. She is well like by the family law bar and by local judges. Kelly loves practicing family law and this shows in the work she does for her clients. She is a perfectionist, and is committed to getting her clients the best result possible. I recommend her without reservation and I endorse her work.
Chong Ye, Unknown Attorney on Aug 26, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.
Erik Newton, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 3, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Kelly is an exceptional attorney. Her knowledge of family law matters is impressively extensive, but more importantly she has a deep focus on the needs of her clients. Highly recommended!
Evan Braunstein, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 27, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Robert McGinnis, Unknown Attorney on Feb 25, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.
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