Vanessa Betryna Gnekow

Vanessa Betryna Gnekow

also known as The Law Offices of Vanessa Gnekow, Vanessa Gnekow

4.8
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 12 years

Family Lawyer at Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense

8280 Utica Ave, Suite 180, Rancho Cucamonga, CA

About Vanessa

Biography

Practice Areas

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 12 years

State: California

Acquired: 2013

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Vanessa Gnekow

8280 Utica Ave, Suite 180, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, 91730

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Vanessa Betryna Gnekow's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

66 Client Reviews

5 star (63)
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Posted by Cheryl | November 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

She will get the job done!

After speaking to various attorney's, Mrs. Gnekow was the only one who spoke to me with compassion, truly listened to my details of my case, and made me feel comfortable. Since then, Mrs. Gnekow and her amazing team have gone to bat for me. Out of respect for my privacy I won't go into details of m...y case, but what I will say is because of this law office, I'm now protected from a bad situation and so is my family. They've brought peace that my family so desperately needed. There are so many law offices to choose from, and I know how overwhelming it can be. Mrs. Gnekow can't stand abusers, and she will fight for what's right and for what's fair. I have to point out that she was able to get the court to award me a substantial amount in court fees, which wasn't easy to do. There are so many in her office that have also been a God-send, along with Mrs. Gnekow, such as Daisy, Nicole, Isabella, Natalia, Natasha, Stephanie, Merit, Josephine, Jordan, Jennifer, and I can't forget Lupe. I hope I didn't leave anyone out. What I value most about Mrs. Gnekow, is she is a woman of faith, and I appreciate all that she and her team has done for me and my family. May God continue to bless them in abundance.

Posted by Mayra | November 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazing Team

Such an amazing team! I can’t thank Mrs. Gnekow enough for her help and support through my difficult case involving my narcissistic and manipulative ex. Her knowledge and expertise in family law went far beyond my expectations, and I learned so much from her along the way. After so many sleepless ni...ghts, I can finally say I’m stress-free and grateful for the outcome. The process was long because my ex refused to cooperate and kept refiling when things didn’t go his way. He even tried to intimidate her several times, but Mrs. Gnekow came prepared and strong every single time. She saw his true colors and stood firm. I previously had a DVRO, but during that time we got back together, which led to the birth of my son (we already had a daughter). That made me even more anxious about going back to court, but Mrs. Gnekow gave me the confidence to move forward. She successfully got my DVRO extended another five years and helped me obtain full legal and physical custody of my two young children. Throughout all my court hearings, I always walked in confident knowing she was there to fight for me, not just for my rights and protection, but for the best interests of my children. Despite my ex’s attempts to make me look bad, she and her team helped me organize and present all the evidence that showed the truth. I’m so grateful I found her. She helped me overcome what felt like a nightmare, and thanks to her, my children and I can finally feel safe and be at peace. You truly get what you pay for and with Mrs. Gnekow, it’s worth every penny. She goes above and beyond every expectation!!!

Posted by Brittany | July 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A Fierce Advocate

I cannot thank Vanessa enough for what she accomplished during one of the most emotionally draining and challenging times of my life. I was up against a truly difficult ex…manipulative, narcissistic, and determined to make the custody process as painful as possible. But Vanessa was a pit bull in my c...orner! She not only knew the law inside and out, but she also understood the emotional dynamics of dealing with someone who thrives on control and chaos. Her guidance was sharp, strategic, and grounded in experience. She gave me solid, no-nonsense advice, and when I followed it, things finally started to shift in my favor. Thanks to her advocacy, we were able to avoid court. She managed to get him to agree to terms that were fair and protected my child’s best interests. Don’t go anywhere else if you need help! You get what you pay for!

Posted by Heather | May 1, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Family Law

I can’t thank Vanessa Gnekow enough for the incredible support and representation she provided during my child support case. From day one, she was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about what was best for me and my children. Vanessa made a stressful and emotional situation feel managea...ble by walking me through every step, explaining my rights clearly, and always fighting for a fair outcome. Her dedication, responsiveness, and attention to detail made all the difference in my case. Thanks to Vanessa, I felt confident and supported throughout the entire process — and the results reflected that. If you’re looking for an attorney who will truly advocate for you and your family, I highly recommend Vanessa Gnekow. She is not only an exceptional lawyer, but also someone who truly puts her clients first.

Posted by Esperanza | February 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazing

Avvo was one of the first places I checked when looking for representation, & let me tell you if you’re having issues in family law call Mrs. Gnekow and her team. My case was difficult with the other parent being in military and not having access to her , Mrs Gnekow helped me get an exparte order and... my daughter back in my care in a week. Mrs. Gnekow , & her team: Daisy, Nicole, and Annette are so thorough , strategic, and most importantly they care. They are so committed to helping and making sure that they are on top of everything. If you want a passionate, strong and exceptional lawyer to fight your case she’s the one.

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Vanessa Betryna Gnekow's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kelly Price

Family lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Vanessa is an outstanding attorney and one that I am happy to work with on any matter. She is knowledgeable about the current laws and cases and zealously advocates on her client's behalf while maintaining a professional demeanor at all times."

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Brian Thorne

Family lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Very competent and smart, ethical and professional. Aggressive when she needs to be but reasonable in helping settle matters. She is always thinking about doing what is best for her clients. Well respected among her colleagues and the judicial officers. She was very prepared in a family law trial I had against her. She brings her "A" game at all times."

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Cheryl Cohorn

Family lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I am in Houston, Texas, I needed a CA lawyer to obtain the return of a child wrongfully kept by the father. Ms. Gnekow was responsive and timely. She knew what she was doing and got the job done."

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Christine James

Family lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Laurence Brock

Family lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Ms. Gnekow as a member of the East West Family Law Council, a local independent bar association for attorneys committed to the practice of family law. Ms. Gnekow is enthusiastic and works very hard for our Council, and has a reputation in the community for bringing that same level of hard work to her client's case. She also has the reputation for being honest and keeps her word, very admirable traits in this day and age."

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Howard Lewis

Family lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Gnekow is an outstanding attorney whom I highly recommend."

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Aryeh Leichter

Family lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rocky Johnson

Family lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"A real go getter, hard worker, that also takes care of her clients while keeping things civil. I would refer clients to her."

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Vincent Garcia

Family lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms Gnekow is honest to a fault. She is tough at negotiations and will aggressively litigate her case in court. She has an exceedingly win to loss ratio. She is well known and liked by judges and attorneys alike. She sits on the Board of a prestigious Family Law Group known as the East/West Family Law Council. Ms. Gnekow has litigated complex family Law cases and has won nearly every case. She' a dedicated associate at the Law Offices of Vincent B. Garcia & Associates. I endorse her without reservations."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Benjamin Wishart

Family lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I worked as opposing counsel on a case with Vanessa. She is a skilled professional that strongly advocates for the interets of her client and remains objective and realistic which allowed us to resolve issues quickly and effectivly. I endorse this lawyer."

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America Vidana

Family lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I had the pleasure of working with Mrs. Gnekow. She is a remarkable advocate for her clients. She is a very dedicated and diligent attorney who zealously fights for her client's rights. I highly recommend Mrs. Gnekow to anyone seeking an exceptional attorney."

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Rebecca Perkins

Family lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Gnekow is a fantastic attorney. She is always prepared, follows through with her promises and keeps constant communication with all parties involved. If she weren't my competition, I'd refer everyone to her!"

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Magdalena Chattopadhya

Unknown lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Vanessa is smart and dedicated to helping her clients."

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Christine James

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Aryeh Leichter

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2012

Cali Award, Juvenile Law, Moot Court Honors, Best Team, University of La Verne College of Law

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Of Counsel, The Law Offices of Vincent B. Garcia

2014 - 2014

Owner, Law Offices of Vanessa B. Gnekow

Associations

2016 - Present

East West Family Law Council

President

2014 - Present

East West Family Law Council

Secretary/Treasurer

2013 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2013 - Present

Western Region Bar Association

Member

2015 - 2015

East West Family Law Council

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

zamudio v zamudio

3 year permanent restraining order

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Education

2013

University of La Verne College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

University of Phoenix

MBA - Master of Business Administration

2002

Univ of California Riverside

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Board meeting

East west family law council

Publications

2015

Inland Empire Magazine Distinguished woman in business

Languages

English

Activity

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