Dana Urick

Dana Urick

also known as URICK LAW CENTER

5.0
Rating: 6.7

Licensed for 37 years

Family Lawyer at Woodland Hills, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Business

21550 Oxnard Street., Third Floor., Woodland Hills, CA

About Dana

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Family 80%

33 years

80%
Business 20%

39 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 37 years

State: California

Acquired: 1988

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Urick Law Center

21550 Oxnard Street., Third Floor., Woodland Hills, CA, 91367

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5.0 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Karen J. | January 08, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

My Savior in Divorce Hell!!

Three years of divorce hell. A custody battle that I thought would never end. A husband who tried every dirty trick in the book. Ms.Urick always looked out for me and explained everything. I wish she had been my first lawyer and not my forth. Really nice person and so good with my kids. Even sent the...m birthday cardfs. I cant say enough nice things about this lawyer. I have told all my friends.

Posted by anonymous | March 27, 2012 | Divorce & Separation

The Best . Unlike Any other Lawyer.

I have been going through a messy divorce for the past 5 years. My wife and I are both professionals with our own businesses, a lot of property, four children and countless other issues. What should have been a long overdue, amicable split became an all out war. Dana was my third attorney. When I fir...st hired a lawyer, all my colleagues impressed on me the need to have a big firm name behind me. With that came the big firm bills and the significant lack of personal contact. This is not to say Dana doesn't cost a pretty penny. But with over two decades of experience under her hat, and an uncanny ability to know just when I was feeling weak or defeated, I didn't seem to mind her bills as much of those of my prior overinflated counsel with equally overinflated egos. I'll be straight that I had some reservations. Dana is sharp, but she also has a fantastic sense of humor. Her wit can rival some of the best comedians I know. Even so, she can be intensely serious when she has to be, and when her client needs to see the bright light of day - which I admit, I needed all too often. The friend that referred me told me that Dana is someone who was unlike any other attorney he had ever worked with ( and this guy works with attorneys every day in his profession). I would have to agree. When I look at ths history of my marriage and my divorce, I am right where I should have been even though like many, I would like to still have all my finances and all my property in my corner. The result Dana obtained was more than fair given the circumstances. I only wish I had come to her first and saved myself about two years. I also want to say that Dana went out of her way to be accessible to me even on weekends and evenings since it is hard for me to always deal with personal matters during the work day. No such experience with the big names. Here is what I learned. There is a reason why she isn't in Beverly Hills or in the media though she certainly could be with her skills. That is not her style. She truly cares about the people she represents. My kids drew pictures for her that she taped to her wall. She held my hand through some of my darkest moments. After all is said and done, the greatest recommendation I can give her is that aside from being a sharp, skilled and astute litigator, she is a truly warm and caring lady. That combination is a rarity in the legal profession.

Posted by Miranda | March 04, 2012 | Divorce & Separation

Most Trusted Attorney with Heart One could Ask for

Hideous divorce. I thought I would fall apart, Dana kept me and our case going and together. Even when I wanted to throw in the towel because it was all just too too much, her explanations and straight talk made me realize I had to continue on the path. And her advice was so genuine and well thought.... We didnt win every battle because you just cant in divorce, but we won the war. I am so much happier now and it was worth every penny. Dont sit on the fence. Hire Dana and reclaim your life!

Posted by Mr. Williamson | April 20, 2011 | Business

Aggressive with a heart. Super smart!

I've had to deal with a lot of attorneys as a small businessman. Few are as Smart as Ms. Urick. She also has a big heart and always had a movie for my son to watch while we went over my documents. This lady is a gem in the big pool of Los Angeles sharks. I recommend her without reservation. You get w...hat you pay for.

Posted by Kevin | August 29, 2010 | Child Custody

A-mazing Lawyer! Got Full Custody of my Kids and Support! Tough and gets results.

I had a messy custody case with my ex that had been handled by a pricey, big firm. I was not getting any results. A friend recommended Dana and told me that if I wanted someone who would really fight for me and always be there for me, this was the lawyer I wanted and needed. Boy was he right! From th...e first phone call. I could tell Dana was not the usual lawyer worried about fees and little about the case or the client. After a long and hard fought battle where Dana never gave up, I now have full custody of my 3 kids and a very ample support payment. Dana is smart, tough and fair. She always told me the best but prepared me for the worst which I really appreciated. She didn't blow smoke and she was more than fair with her billing. I have referred many friends to her and there has never been a compkaint. I dont know how she keeps it together when I lost it so many times, but if you have a tough divorce, call her!

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Experience

Rating:  6.7 (Good)

Honors

2004

MEDIATION & SETTLEMENT OFFICER, LOS ANGELES SUPERIOR COURT

1987

Constitutional Law, American Jurisprudence Award

Work Experience

1988 - Present

LEAD ATTORNEY, URICK LAW CENTER

Associations

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

State Bar of California

Member

Education

1988

Pepperdine Univ SOL

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

Univ of California San Diego

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

University of San Diego

MBA - Master of Business Administration

Speaking Engagements

N/A

WOMEN & CHILDRENS SCHOOL ASSN.

DIVORCE IN CALIFORNIA

Publications

N/A

MONTHLY NEWSLETTER CHILD CUSTODY - HARD DECISIONS

Languages

English

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