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Biography
Michelle Daneshrad, Esq. is a Certified Family Law Specialist, Divorce Attorney, Mediator, and Collaborative Law Attorney. She is the founder of Completion Law Firm, Smart Divorce Options, and founder of San Fernando Valley Collaborative Professionals, and a board member of Los Angeles Collaborative Family Association. Michelle’s effective mediation skills and her calm and powerful way of being makes her one of Southern California’s most respected and valuable mediators and collaborative professionals.
Completion Law Firm - A Vision Beyond The Dispute & Dedicated To Protecting Your Family
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Child Custody
20%
Divorce and Separation
20%
Family
20%
Marriage and Prenuptials
20%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 350-450 per hour
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in California for 24 years
State: California
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Completion Law Firm / Smart Divorce Options
21781 Ventura Blvd, PO Box 636, Woodland Hills, CA, 91364
smartdivorceoptions.com/Gallery
Online Presence
Other places you can find Michelle online.
Michelle Daneshrad's Reviews
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Posted by Mehdi | February 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Mediation
Definitely recommend
If you need a strong laywer specially for mediation cases Michelle is the one. She helped me with my family case and she was so great, patient, reliable,strong and helpful to me.
Posted by Percy | September 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Outstanding
I called Michelle like most would in an emotional and vulnerable state. I don’t have the precise words to tell you how helpful Michelle was. I simply cannot imagine ever finding a better divorce, separation or reconciliation lawyer other than Michelle. Don’t take my word for it, call her and have you...
Posted by Narbeh A. | July 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
The Best Attorney Iv ever came across
I have a pathological liar and drug/alcoholic ex wife and she was driving me and my son crazy... So finally I got in contact with Michelle and she explained everything to me and moved forward with the ugly situations and made my dreams come true, I have full custody of my son stamped by the judge so ...
Posted by Robert | October 27, 2012 | Divorce & Separation
Saved from an illegal Alimony situation
When Michelle reviewed my Divorce document she was surprised to see a number of illegal conditions agreed upon. The most glaring example was that the alimony payment would go up each year instead of down. Michelle took that condition and the others and professionally contacted my ex-wife's lawyer. To...
Michelle Daneshrad's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Michelle Daneshrad has a heart of gold and sincerely wants to help families get through a tough chapter in their lives without the acrimony that court battles fuel."
"Michelle is a very compassionate attorney who cares deeply about her clients and their experience. She is professional and thoughtful. We have worked collaboratively on several occasions. I endorse her for all consensual dispute resolution matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michelle and I have worked together successfully on collaborative divorce cases and we serve together on various boards and committees. Michelle is dedicated to using her legal skills in helping couples and families through the crises of separation and divorce."
"I endorse Michelle for her Mediation and Collaborative Dispute Resolution skills."
"I loved working with Michelle. We were on opposite ends of a restraining order and custody war and she fought tooth and nail for her client. She was willing, and did, work day and night to settle every aspect of the case. She remained open-minded and brought innovative ideas to the table that eventually led to settlement. I endorse this lawyer."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Michelle teaches other lawyers about collaborative law. It is a fascinating seminar. Highly recommended for anyone who is interested in collaborative law or mediation as it applies to family law."
"Michelle is compassionate, effective and incredibly knowledgeable in the area of Family Law. She is a Family Law specialist, certified by the State Bar. Michelle really cares for her clients and will go above and beyond to complete a peaceful dissolution. I absolutely endorse Michelle."
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Experience
Honors
2012
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Founder, Completion Law Firm
2003 - 2009
Owner, Law Offices of Michelle Daneshrad
Associations
2001 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2001 - Present
Los Angeles Collaborative Family Law AssociationBoard Member
2001 - Present
San Fernando Valley Bar AssociationMember
2016 - 2017
Family Divorce SolutionsExecutive Committee Member
2011 - 2013
San Fernando Valley Collaborative ProfessionalsPresident
Education
2001
Southwestern University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
California State University Northridge
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Provisors
Conflict is Required as Access to Growth
2013
San Fernando Valley Women Lawyers Association
Effective Communication
2011
San Fernando Valley Bar Association
New Options for Conflict Resolution
2011
Rotary Club
Paradigm Shift in Family Law
Publications
2012
Valley Lawyer magazine (SFVBA)
Collaborative Practice Makes Sense
2011
San Fernando Valley Business Journal
Valley Collaborative Law Group Opens, Seeks Cases
Languages
English
Farsi
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Spouse paid off his student loans with marital assets? Can I recover this?
04 Nov 2020
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Covid and coparenting?
11 Aug 2020
Q&A
Live in boyfriend filed a restraining order against me. We dont have a history of any police presence/arrests etc.
31 Jul 2020