Lisa Rose Zonder

Lisa Rose Zonder

4.7
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 34 years

Family Lawyer at Westlake Village, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Mediation, Child Custody ... +3 more

2660 Townsgate Rd Ste 550, Westlake Village, CA

About Lisa

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Family 90%

We are a small niche boutique family law firm with an emphasis on out of court options including Collaborative Divorce and Enhanced Divorce Mediation as well as some litigated cases. Our practice tends to focus on moderate to high net worth estates, however, we welcome all clients interested in out of court options.

33 years

90%
Child Custody 2%

33 years

2%
Mediation 2%

We offer enhanced mediation meaning we can involved a financial professional and mental health professional as part of a mediation to help move the settlement forward.

33 years

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 575-650 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 24 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2001

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 24 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2001

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 34 years

State: California

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Lisa R. Zonder, Esq. Cfls

2660 Townsgate Rd Ste 550, Westlake Village, CA, 91361-5727

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Lisa Rose Zonder's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

5 star (5)
4 star (0)
3 star (1)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by anonymous | December 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Not 5 Star in My Case...

As much as I appreciated Lisa's expert legal insights and her ability to communicate those well, her office operations and paralegal support was lacking in my case. I had numerous paralegals, which caused confusion and delays. Then Lisa was suddenly unavailable (for personal reasons, I think, which c...an happen), and my case was handed off to a more junior attorney who did not know me, was not especially good at giving support, and who spent a lot of time collaborating with a financial expert that the firm hired to help strategize in some grey areas regarding what was community property vs. my ex's separate property. They had a legal strategy that fell on its face when it was presented to the mediating judge, and this junior attorney had no plan B... throughout the rest of the mediation they gave no help in legal strategy or negotiating advice, but left me to make all the decisions on my own. I ended up with far less than I had been led to expect, and my legal and financial consulting bills were huge. Lisa never reached out to me personally to explain her absence, and when I shared that I was disappointed in how things ended up, she was sadly very defensive of the junior attorney and took no responsibility other than to waive a few minor fees on the final invoice. I think Lisa is talented, but not sure she's good at managing a team. The office seems to have a history of turnover.

Posted by Ben | December 28, 2014

Very Helpful

I approached the Zonder Law Firm to help assist me with a custody and child support issue. I decided to go with them due to their success rate with settling these delicate matters outside of court in a respectful, and amicable way. During my time from start to finish with my case, my attorney Matt J...ewitt was very informative, understanding and handled my case with tact and respect with both myself and the other party involved. If ever i had any questions regarding my case, Matt put my mind at ease and made sure I was happy with the outcome. If you are looking for a law firm to help handle this type of delicate situation in your life, then I would highly suggest them.

Posted by Ericka | December 3, 2013

Lisa Creates a New Beginning

I highly recommend Lisa and her wonderful assistant Sharon to get you through one of the most difficult times in your life. Lisa is efficient and trustworthy. She means what she says, and says what she means, in a clear and understandable voice. Lisa is very attentive to her clients and is almost al...ways available to answer any question no matter how insignificant you may feel it is. If Lisa is not available then Sharon is. Sharon is very knowledgable and understanding. Both women are extremely professional, at the same time bringing warmth and caring to the difficult process of divorce. I am very happy with the outcome of my case thanks to Lisa and her staff.

Posted by Linda | November 29, 2013

Spousal Support advice and Legal Documents Filed

I met with Attorney Zonder and her Paralegal Sharon Fluxman, for a consultation. They gave me beneficial information and promptly took care of my needs as my situation was one that needed immediate attention. The filing was done and back to me within a couple of weeks. Their helpfulness did not end t...here. They helped me make additional changes and went over and above their "line of duty" with pleasantness and always very professional . I had some updates to be done so had to re-file the Documents, again, in Court and I had the paperwork back within one day. Lisa Zonder was a wonderful, caring and very helpful attorney with a wonderful, friendly Paralegal, Sharon !! I recommend this firm very highly.

Posted by larry | November 27, 2013

Lisa Zonder did a great job

Lisa and her team did an EXCELLENT job with my collaborative divorce. No surprises, everything was straightforward and honest. Anytime I had a question she or a staff member responded in 24 hours or less. San Diego

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Lisa Rose Zonder's Lawyer Endorsements

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Diana Martinez

Mediation lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I first met Lisa through Collaborative Law Practice and Mediation groups. I have been honored to be a presenter on collaborative topics to her Collaborative Practice Group. She is heavily involved in consensual and informed out of court resolutions for couples and families in the transition of divorce. She is very empathetic and knowledgeable in this field. And with confidence, I endorse this lawyer."

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Emily Robinson

Family lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lisa is one of the most receptive lawyers you will ever meet. She really listens to your concerns and works with you to address them all. She is kind and caring, and a great asset to the family law community."

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James Dicks

Family lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"This attorney works very hard for the clients and keeps up with the law by attending legal seminars to assist them in this regard. I endorse this attorney."

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Paul Cheverton

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Lisa skillfully uses mediation for divorces that helps avoid some of the high drama and keeps the legal fees associated with divorce down."

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Ronald Sample

Family lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Lisa has a rare combination of intellect and empathy. She efficiently handles the nuts and bolts of family law. However, she also also understands and utilizes its nuances and intricacies. She knows the court system inside and out. She knows how to present or mediate a case. Most importantly, people respect and like her. Clients will find her to be a good listener and a zealous advocate."

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Michael Shemtoub

Family lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Your resume speaks for itself and I consider you a valuable member of the attorney community. I would recommend you to anyone and everyone who needs your services. I whole heartedly endorse this lawyer!"

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Attorney, Zonder Family Law Group, A Professional Corp

2000 - 2003

Attorney, Lisa R. Zonder- Consulting attorney to prestigious Manhattan matrimonial law firm

1998 - 1999

Associate, Trope & Trope

1996 - 1997

Associate, Law Offices Of Barry R. Binder

1995 - 1996

Associate, Neal R. Hersh

Associations

2012 - Present

Ventura County Family Law Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Los Angeles Collaborative Family Law Association

Member

2012 - Present

Coalition for Collaborative Divorce

Board Member

2014 - 2018

Collaborative Practice California

Board of Directors

2012 - 2016

San Fernando Valley Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2012 - 2016

San Fernando Valley Collaborative Professionals Group

Member

Education

N/A

Whittier Law School

Speaking Engagements

2020

Women In Transition

Divorce clients and resilience

2014

Second Saturday Westlake Village Divorce workshop

2013

Second Saturday Divorce Workshop Second Saturday Divorce Workshop

2010

San Diego County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Reifler--It is Ubiquitous

Publications

2013

Inside the Minds (Aspatore Books) Collaborative Divorce Differs from Litigation: Assessing Whether the CD Model is Appropriate

Languages

English

Activity

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