Vanessa Betryna Gnekow
also known as The Law Offices of Vanessa Gnekow, Vanessa Gnekow
About Vanessa
Biography
Vanessa Gnekow is dedicated to providing aggressive cost effective representation in the area of Family, Criminal and Bankruptcy Law. Ms. Gnekow is a fierce litigator and aggressive negotiator with an impressive track record.
Ms. Gnekow’s knowledge and expertise in the area of Family Law includes child custody, visitation, child support, spousal support, property division, paternity, guardianship and domestic violence matters in San Bernardino, Riverside, Los Angeles, and Orange Counties.
Ms. Gnekow is passionate about her clients and gives personal, detailed attention to each and every client. Ms. Gnekow gets to know her clients on an intimate level so that she can become better acquainted with their complex issues. Ms. Gnekow fights every case as if she was litigating for her own family.
Ms. Gnekow offers a free one-half hour initial consultation. Ms. Gnekow offers appointments by telephone or in person.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 12 years
State: California
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Vanessa Gnekow
8280 Utica Ave, Suite 180, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, 91730
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Vanessa Betryna Gnekow's Reviews
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68 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | April 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Best Divorce Attorney Ever!!
Mrs. Gnekow is one of the best attorneys I have retained. Ms. Daisy was an incredible help as well. Mrs. Gnekow got me through my divorce with ease & as little stress as possible. She made the entire process a breeze. I felt as if I was her only client. Each time I called in, I received the help I ne...
Posted by Vanessa | August 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Child Custody/Divorce
I was going through a difficult custody case, probably a unique one too. I was at my wits end where all odds were against me. I've consulted with many attorneys and they seemed timid by my situation. When I consulted with Vanessa, she instantly was VERY optimistic about representing me in this uphill...
Posted by Chris | July 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Child Custody
Vanessa Gnekow helped me through a very difficult time. With the fear of losing my child it was hard to concentrate but she had all the answers. Her and her team were well informed and always had an answer when i needed it. I am completely satisfied with her performance. She did not back down, knowle...
Posted by Daisy | March 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family
Great Experience
I was represented by Attorney Vanessa Gnekow, an amazing attorney, aggressive when needed, very attentive and compassionate. She was efficient, mindful of the situation, and worked in a very timely manner to give me the resolution that I wanted. She is very knowledgeable of the law and super professi...
Posted by anonymous | October 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
This Lawyer has anger issues
ZERO STARS!!Horrible attorney; her and her father are sharing the same practice and they are like a mafia. Vanessa Gnekow is a horrible attorney; who practically depends on her paralegals to write down her defenses which she entirely unaware of except right at the hearing day. Not to mention that she...
Vanessa Betryna Gnekow's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Gnekow is an outstanding attorney whom I highly recommend."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"A real go getter, hard worker, that also takes care of her clients while keeping things civil. I would refer clients to her."
"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."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"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."
"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."
"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!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Vanessa is smart and dedicated to helping her clients."
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Experience
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 CouncilPresident
2014 - Present
East West Family Law CouncilSecretary/Treasurer
2013 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2013 - Present
Western Region Bar AssociationMember
2015 - 2015
East West Family Law CouncilBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
3 year permanent restraining order
Education
2013
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
MBA - Master of Business Administration
2002
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
East west family law council
Publications
2015
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Can someone who filed a restraing order try to provoke the person they have the order against?
04 Sep 2015
If I move out of my house will it affect my custody rights later? A friend told me it is abandonment to do this, but my wife and
23 Aug 2015
How do we safely remove a unwanted dangerous family member from our home?
14 Jun 2015