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
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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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66 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | Divorce & Separation
Posted by anonymous | October 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Expedited Divorce!
Vanessa and her team were amazing at expediting my divorce! She's very responsive and really has your best interest. Extremely knowledgeable and driven in getting things done. Would highly recommend her.
Posted by Valerie S | May 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Vanessa will fight for you.
After having a few consultations I knew Vanessa was my choice. The other attorneys I spoke with seemed fake and just trying to "retain." Vanessa truly cared for me and my position and had my back the entire time. Her team is amazing. Shannon, Julie and Daisy were the best legal support team. I was t...
Posted by Art | January 26, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Vanessa will fight for you
Long story as short as possible, I had a previous attorney that drafted an agreement that me and my now ex wife had came up with, however this attorney messed up and didn’t do his do diligence. When my ex wife got evil and wanted out of the contract she challenged the contract and got herself an atto...
Posted by Marissa | November 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Best ever
Ms. Gnekow is an amazing attorney who truly cares about her clients. She is fair and always transparent, which for me was huge in my divorce. She doesn't overcharge you, and she is knowledgeable in the field. I had a very positive experience with her during a very difficult time. Would highly recomme...
Posted by William | October 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Hard Working Team
Going through a divorce is never easy. Especially with kids involved but Mrs. Gnekow, her father, and amazing team made things right and put me at peace. My kids and I are so blessed for the hard work and dedication of this office. Words can’t express my gratitude.
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