Demetria Lysette Graves

Demetria Lysette Graves

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 21 years

Family Lawyer at Pasadena, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Alimony ... +2 more

1055 East Colorado Boulevard, Suite 500A, Pasadena, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 21 years

State: California

Acquired: 2004

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The Graves Law Firm

1055 East Colorado Boulevard, Suite 500A, Pasadena, CA, 91106

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Demetria Lysette Graves's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by John | July 27, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

You should hire this firm - Demetria and Jill are great

Going through a divorce is hard and it is great to know that you have a team representing you that is highly experienced as well as knowledgeable. Jill is on point with sending in the documents and making sure you are prepared. Demetria is beyond a great attorney, she sticks to the facts, is effici...ent and thorough. I was nervous about the retainer but when you get in the trenches, you are like "what retainer?" You are super happy that Jill and Demetria are on your side representing you. They not only make sure you are well equipped and prepared, they keep your spirits up too. They are honest, thorough, thoughtful and most of all, prepared. This is not their first rodeo and they know how to manage the process. I am elated that I hired them. The reason that I am writing this review is because I almost did not hire them because of one bad review. I thought I would help someone else not make that mistake. These guys get the job done and I am not the easiest client or the easiest case. But I am happy they are by my side and on my team. John D. Pasadena, CA

Posted by Michael | December 11, 2014

Demetria was great,

Demetria and her staff worked on my dissolution case diligently. The other party made it extremely difficult and lengthy but Demetria hung in there with me the entire time - almost 3 years. In the end it resolved just as we had planned during our first meetings. She (or her staff) always resp...onds quickly, was in court on time, and was very pleasant to work with. She has great knowledge of the law and all of her advise turned out to be accurate. Her billing is very fair and accurate. I give Demetria my highest recommendation.

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Demetria Lysette Graves's Lawyer Endorsements

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Shumika Sookdeo

Family lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Demetria is extremely knowledgeable and efficient. She is professional, and more importantly, humble. I have referred friends to her for their legal needs and will continue referring individuals to receive her services."

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Emahn Counts

Unknown lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Graves is a personable and easy to like attorney."

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Jamal Tooson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Graves is a zealous advocate who always prepared and treats her client's with a great deal of compassion."

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David Harelik

Family lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Demetria is a competent and compassionate family law attorney. Your clients will be well served by working with her."

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Britany Engelman

Family lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Demetria is a passionate and skilled attorney. I would recommend her without hesitation to any of my own friends or family who were seeking outstanding representation."

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Erika Scheideman

Family lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Demetria is a skilled and personable attorney. I have seen her in court on several occasions and was impressed by her zealous representation of her clients."

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Douglas Kepanis

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"When seeking a Los Angeles based divorce attorney, look no further than Ms. Graves."

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Fernando Luna

Family lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jami Fosgate

Family lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Demetria and I attended law school together. She is a dedicated, smart, hard-working attorney who always strives for the best results for her clients."

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Okorie Okorocha

Family lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nobody works harder than Ms. Graves to protect the rights of victims of domestic violence and other families in need."

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Arelis Hughes

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2008

Women in Business/Women of the Year Award, Pasadena Star News

N/A

Teacher of Year, West Los Angeles College

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Owner, The Graves Law Firm

2013 - 2014

Attorney, Graves & Ogden

2007 - 2010

Professor, West Los Angeles College

2005 - 2013

Attorney, Law Offices of Demetria L. Graves

Associations

2006 - Present

YWCA of Glendale

Legal Chair

Pasadena Bar Association

Member

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

Education

2004

Loyola University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

University of California,Berkeley

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2010

Family Law Course

Family Law

Publications

2014

The Graves Law Firm Pasadena Child Custody Attorney

2014

The Graves Law Firm Pasadena Child Support Attorney

2014

The Graves Law Firm Pasadena Paternity Lawyer

2014

The Graves Law Firm Pasadena Property Division Lawyer

2014

The Graves Law Firm Pasadena Divorce Attorney

Languages

English

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