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Allison S. Novik
also known as Allison M. Steele
About Allison
Biography
With over 8 years of experience in family law and my own personal experience with divorce and it’s effects on a family, I commit myself to helping others through the family law process.
As a child of divorced parents and divorced grandparents, I have seen the gambit of family law issues. This personal experience led me to pursue a career in family law.
While attending law school at California Western School of Law in San Diego, I worked with the National Family Justice Center, helping victims of domestic violence obtain restraining orders against their abuser. I then worked for a prominent San Diego family law firm where I learned all the ins and outs of the family law practice, helping clients through their case from beginning to end
After passing the Bar Examination and being sworn in to the California Bar in 2013, I joined a prominent Ventura Family Law Office, sharpening and honing my family law skills. I now work tirelessly to help my clients through this difficult and emotional process, helping them achieve their best possible outcome.
My goal is to help the client through the process by making it as uncomplicated as possible. I have seen first-hand how devastating this process can be; my focus is to help my clients make it through their case so they can move forward with their lives.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
40%
12 years
Child Custody
20%
12 years
Child Support
20%
12 years
Domestic Violence
20%
14 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 375-450 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 12 years
State: California
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Novik Family Law, APC
16830 Ventura Blvd, Suite 401-A, Encino, CA, 91436
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Allison S. Novik's Reviews
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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Compassion
Posted by Kristian | November 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Empathetic and efficacious
Allison is an invaluable life saver in a sea of sharks. During the painful process of dissolving my marriage, she was fair, honest, compassionate, kind, and no non-sense when it was necessary. She maintained professionalism at all times, but still expressed empathy and encouraged me when I needed it....
Posted by Janet | November 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Support
Both kind and effective
Allison was very kind and patient and thorough with my child support case, and effective - I am extremely satisfied with the outcome. She put my mind at ease during a very stressful time in my life. I highly recommend her.
Posted by Annette | May 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Dedicated and Caring
Allison is an excellent attorney! She is hardworking, knowledgeable, supportive and very caring. She helped me to finalize a very long and stressful divorce. Towards the end, she went above and beyond and was able to get me a great result. I highly recommend her and would definitely hire her again wh...
Posted by anonymous | April 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Custody battle
My husband and I hired Allison for a very difficult child custody and child support case. We do not live in state and Allison was very accommodating. She promptly updated us on all information with the case and would explain everything in language we could understand. She showed compassion and empath...
Posted by Chantelle | September 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Mediation
Best Attorney
She made the worst experience of my life, better. The support and advice offered by her brought about mediation where possible and pushed only the necessary items to court. When we had to be soft, or aggressive she moved into each mode seamlessly. Supportive, smart, effective.
Allison S. Novik's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. She was a strong advocate for her client, responsive to all communications and a pleasure to work with."
"Allison was great to work with. We are able to resolve a matter together, which benefitted both our clients."
"Allison is a very competent and aggressive professional and I look forward very much to working with her again."
"Allison is a knowledgeable and passionate advocate for her clients. I highly recommend her!"
"I doubt you can find someone as empathetic and hard working for your case as Allison would be. She is great!"
"One of the top young attorneys in Ventura County, Ms. Novik (formerly Steele) is dilligent, hardworking, detail orientated, and a vigourous advocate for her clients. She is also respectful to the court and opposing counsel, while never forgetting that her client's needs come first. Any family law client would be lucky to have her on their side, and I highly endorse her work."
"I endorse this lawyer. An absolute pleasure to know and a fantastic adversary. Knowledgeable and collegial, makes our job a good experience."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Allison is a consummate professional who deeply cares about her clients and achieving the best results. She is incredibly knowledgeable and has the highest level of honesty and professionalism."
"Ms. Steele is knowledgeable, professional, and responsive. She aggressively advocates for her client. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. She works hard to help her clients achieve their goal."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is very conscientious with her client's time and extremely efficient."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Client's Choice, Avvo
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Associate Attorney, Zahn Law Office
2014 - 2019
Associate Attorney, The Law Offices of Stephanie L. Mahdavi
2013 - 2013
Legal Intern, Law Offices of Stanley Bacinett
2011 - 2011
Research Clerk, California Court of Appeal, Second District
2011 - 2012
Legal Network Intern, National Family Justice Center
Associations
2014 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Ventura County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
San Fernando Valley Bar AssociationMember
2014 - 2015
Beverly Hills Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
K v. C
Successful - request granted
Education
2013
California Western School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
Loyola University Chicago
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2011
In the Court of Appeal of the State of California, Second Appellate District, Division Four
The People v. Marco Antonio Martinez
2011
In the Court of Appeal of the State of California, Second Appellate District, Division Four
The People v. Jose Rodriguez
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
Do I have to pay palimony to my fiancé we lived together for over 11 years no children?
03 Mar 2020
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What is proper visitation to noncustodial parent for 3 month old breastfeeding baby?
26 Feb 2020