Marina Ayzenstein

Marina Ayzenstein

4.3
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 16 years

Family Lawyer at Woodland Hills, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Child Support ... +2 more

21300 Victory Blvd., 3rd Floor, Woodland Hills, CA

About Marina

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 450-500 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 16 years

State: California

Acquired: 2009

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Location

Law Offices of Marina Ayzenstein

21300 Victory Blvd., 3rd Floor, Woodland Hills, CA, 91367

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Marina Ayzenstein's Reviews

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4.3 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | April 10, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Communication wasn’t very smooth, and I didn’t always feel like my questions were fully addressed

I really wanted this to be a positive experience, but it just didn’t turn out that way. I reached out hoping for guidance and some clarity, but I left the conversation feeling unsure and a bit overwhelmed. Communication wasn’t very smooth, and I didn’t always feel like my questions were fully addr...essed. It made the whole process more stressful than it needed to be. In the end, I decided to look for help elsewhere. I think it’s important to feel comfortable and confident with the person handling your legal matters, and unfortunately I didn’t feel that here.

Posted by Мария | August 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Профессионал в своем деле

Обратилась к Марине в апреле 2023 года находясь ещё в РФ, в своей непростой ситуации - моего сына незаконно вывез из России его отец, сразу после оглашения решения суда о проживании детей со мной. (В США это full custody) Затем стало известно, что ребенка прячут в США в Калифорнии в Лос Анжелесе. По ...счастливому случаю удалось найти Марину. Она взялась за это сложное дело, за которое большинство адвокатов не брались, потому что не имели опыта с иностранными судебными решениями. Проконсультировала полностью о процессе , каким образом происходит доместикация иностранного судебного решения, помогла подать документы в суд- заполнила миллион форм, составляла петиции, и прошла со мной все слушания, которых оказалось помимо как по основному делу ещё несколько, инициатором которых уже был бывший супруг, а именно дело по рестрейнинг ордеру и подача возражения на апелляционную жалобу. Марина помогала взаимодействовать с органами полиции и прокуратуры, т.к. я не разговариваю по английски. Благодаря Марине и ее опыту мне вернули сына!!! Я бесконечно благодарна ей. Помимо профессионализма, она приятный, тактичный и интеллегентный человек, который очень меня поддерживал морально, и благодаря которому я не сдалась, когда опускались руки.

Posted by anonymous | October 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Very professional and helpful

arina has been representing me since 2019. She represented me throughout my divorce, as well as child custody issues. She also went to trial with me. I have nothing but good to say about her professionalism and the way she handled and continues to handle my case. She is very realistic and doesn't s...ugar coat or promise unrealistic things. Anytime that I need to talk to her, she always calls me back right away. Some lawyers tend to be very loud, aggressive, rude and even nasty in court, which irritates most judges. That is not her style. Marina is very respectful and she handles everything with dignity. During court she stays calm, but very firm at the same time. She is good at exposing lies and knows how to ask the right questions to do that. If yo need a lawyer that dedicates her time, helps to address all issues look no further.

Posted by Randall | August 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent representation in all respects

Marina Ayzenstein represented me in my divorce after 17 years of marriage and was highly professional and responsive from beginning to end. Ms. Ayzenstein listened to my concerns and gave me wise counsel and advice throughout the process. She forcefully and effectively communicated my interests to ...the opposing attorneys and achieved a final outcome for me that was excellent and fair. Divorce is an unpleasant matter, but Ms. Ayzenstein made the process as painless as I could have ever hoped for; I highly recommend Marina Ayzenstein for her professionalism and integrity.

Posted by Maryam | February 17, 2019 | Family

Highly Recommend

I Have taken family members to Marina Ayzenstein after consultations for myself. Each time she spent over 25 minutes (one occasion over 35 minutes) asking detailed questions to understand the depth of each case. She then gave us multiple options which we ended up resolving the issue without an att...orney per her advise. Really watches out for you and your rights.

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Marina Ayzenstein's Lawyer Endorsements

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Allison Novik

Family lawyer | Apr 29

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"I endorse this lawyer. Her knowledge, skill, and compassion help her achieve the best possible result for her client."

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Adam Lewis

Family lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Marina for some time and believe her to be an excellant attorney and cares deeply for her clients."

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John Castellano

Family lawyer | Aug 05

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Taran

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 26

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Bogosian

Family lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Marina. She gives competent legal advice and truly cares about the client. She is highly reasonable and very professional. She is a rare gem in the legal community."

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Herbert Ellis

Unknown lawyer | Dec 08

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Seth Weinstein

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marina is a top notch professional who goes above and beyond for her clients. This is why I refer many of my Family Law matters to Marina. She is a kind hearted and caring individual, which goes a long way given her field of law. Our mutual clients often say they can't thank Marina enough for all of her dedication to their Family Law matters."

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Carla Hartley

Family lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I was fortunate to work with Marina and I know her to be conscientious, thorough, and ethical in her dealings, both with clients and with other attorneys."

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Thomas Christopher

Family lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marina is a caring and dedicated professional. She is a skilled Family Law attorney. I hold her in high regard. I would not hesitate to refer Marina to those with Family Law needs or Questions."

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

Service of Excellence - Regional Member of the Year, San Fernando Valley BNI

2016

Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Marina Ayzenstein

Associations

2016 - Present

State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization

Certified Family Law Specialist

2010 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2017 - 2022

San Fernando Valley BNI

Director Consultant

2015 - 2016

BNI Net-Works

President

2015 - 2022

BNI Inernational Board of Advisors

Member

2014 - 2015

BNI Net-Works

Vice President

2011 - 2018

Jerome H. Berenson American Inn of Court

Member

2011 - 2014

BNI Net-Works

Membership Committee

Education

2008

Univ Of West Los Angeles

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

California St Univ Northridge

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Russian

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