Julie Drazen Stankowski

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Julie Drazen Stankowski

also known as Stankowski Law Group, APC

5.0
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 31 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Westlake Village, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Family ... +3 more

3625 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Suite 123, Westlake Village, CA

About Julie

Biography

Strong and aggressive representation. Seriously unbelievable client service.

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Child Custody 20%

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Divorce and Separation 20%

20%
Adoption 15%

15%
Domestic Violence 15%

15%
Family 15%

15%
Marriage and Prenuptials 15%

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Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 31 years

State: California

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Stankowski Law Group, APC

3625 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Suite 123, Westlake Village, CA, 91362

stankowskilawgroup.com

Julie Drazen Stankowski's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Posted by Barbara | February 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

100% Satisfaction

I hired Julie to help me alter my child custody and support order when my ex-husband moved away and could no-longer fulfill his 50% obligation to custody, unfortunately still leaving me with my support obligation. My ex was very combative about changing the court order 'legally' so Julie stepped in ...to help. She was not only able to get me everything I asked for, but she made 'nice' with my ex, and HE was thanking both her and I at the end! Miraculous. Besides the results which speak volumes, Julie is very personable and easy to work with. She is always available and there is nothing pretentious about Julie or her staff. A very pleasant piece of an unpleasant situation.

Posted by Brianna | October 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

Knowledgeable, charismatic, and caring.

My husband and I were referred to Julie through my mother-in-law when we were in the beginning stages of looking for a family law attorney to handle a very special case- my husband adopting my 4.5 year old son. We wanted someone who was not only knowledgeable and would get the job done seamlessly, bu...t also someone who was charismatic and understood how personal this special process would be for us. Julie has been all of that and so much more. From my very first conversation with her, she's been warm, energetic, and so very passionate about the work that she commits herself to. Through this case and our professional relationship with her, she has exhibited such care for us, her clients, by making herself abundantly available to our many questions, emails, and phone calls. She has gotten tasks completed for our case in such a timely matter, always. She really is always two steps ahead of us- which is especially impressive as this was a newer area of interest for her, as she typically takes on much different cases than ours. We have been so satisfied with her, from every step of this journey, that I cannot recommend her enough! Any kind of case, no matter what it may be pertaining to, truly demands a lawyer who understands the client, cares about the case, and is motivated to helping you. Her knowledge and skill is astounding and she is everything we had hoped to find in an attorney!

Posted by anonymous | September 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

The absolute best!

Julie is the absolute best and a life saver. I am a young mom and was freaking out about my ex in-laws trying to get custody of my daughter using "grandparent rights." I was referred to Julie and she took my call and made me feel calmer right away. She was always quick to respond and she made time to... handle my issues. She was even texting with me at 11:00 at night on multiple occasions. I literally feel like she saved my sanity and helped me get my life in a better place.~T.H. Client

Posted by anonymous | September 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Awesome Lawyer!

"Julie is an awesome lawyer! I didn't know what to do about my divorce. I was so overwhelmed. I needed someone who would take control and really stand up to my ex and her attorney. Julie was referred to me and she had my back from start to finish. She was there for me in every way and at all hours. S...he always answered my calls and emails and I always felt like she was on top of it. I'm finally free to move on with my life. Thank you, Julie! You are the bulldog attorney I wanted and I would definitely recommend you to my friends! ~G.Z. Client

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Steven Greenwood

Family lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Julie has been a practicing attorney specializing in Family Law for several decades. I know her to be knowledgeable, thorough, and perhaps most important empathetic, and recommend her to those in need of her expertise."

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Jacqueline Loveless

Family lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Other

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David Eisen

Family lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joslyn Stuart

Family lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Julie knows family law and goes the extra mile for every client. Highly recommended."

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Vincent D'Angelo

Marriage and prenuptials lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Honors

1994

Second Place Oralist and Written Brief, Jerome Prince Evidence Moot Court Competition

1993

Best Oralist and Best Written Brief, Corporate Law Moot Court Competition

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Founding Attorney, Stankowski Law Group

2012 - 2014

Writer, Star Lee Magazine

2011 - 2013

Writer, CSQ Magazine

2000 - 2014

Contract Attorney/Ghostwriter, Stankowski Law

1998 - 2000

In-House Counsel, Chubb Insurance

1996 - 1998

Associate, Wilson, Elser, Moskowitz, Edelman & Dicker, LLP

1995 - 1996

Law Clerk - Judge Margaret Grignon, 9th Circuit Court Of Appeals

1994 - 1996

Associate, Lawrence Segal Law

Associations

2016 - Present

Ventura County Bar Association

Member

State Bar of California

Member

Education

1994

Southwestern University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

California State University, Northridge

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2016

Languages

English

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