Stephen Isaac Gassner

Stephen Isaac Gassner

also known as Law Office of Stephen Gassner, APC, Certified Family Law Specialist

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 30 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Upland, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Domestic Violence ... +2 more

324 N. Mountain Ave., Upland, CA

About Stephen

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 33%

How can a marriage of 20-years or miore divorce? It happens. Lives are intertwined with kids of different ages, supporting two residences on an aggregate income that's enough for only one. Family business has to be controlled by only one spouse (or it gets destroyed. Who will live in the family residence? Must it be sold? Do we have to avoid foreclosure? What about the pension that has been accumulating over the years? How can we get through this and still be friends?

31 years

33%
Child Custody 25%

Mr. Gassner has a BA in Psychology from before he attended Law School. He has years of experience at reviewing, using, attacking, and expert clarifying psychological reports. High conflict child custody cases present difficult but solvable problems, and we address them eagerly.

31 years

25%
Domestic Violence 20%

Whether you are an alleged victim or perpetrator, the court is a risky place to be. Knowing the laws and the legal standards to be proved, is everything. Folks seldom understand their risks going in. They frequently feel they have to win, because they just need to show the evidence... until somebody on the other side says "objection" and their evidence becomes inadmissible - and the court won't consider it. Having a lawyer is everything in these situations.

31 years

20%
Child Support 15%

Of course there is a statewide guideline formula, and any fool can run the numbers. But what numbers go into the formula? What is your strategy to collect your arrears? Or to keep something after a huge order has been made against you? Get a consultation to help figure that out.

31 years

15%
Family 7%

Practice includes Divorce, Paternity, Property Management and Control, identification, classification and division of property and debts, Child Custody and Visitation, Division of Income (e.g. Child Support, Spousal Support and Deferred Compensation), and protection from Domestic Violence. Often involves mediation rather than litigation; often requires clarification of difficult issues.

31 years

7%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 175-450 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 30 years

State: California

Acquired: 1995

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Stephen Gassner

324 N. Mountain Ave., Upland, CA, 91786

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Stephen Isaac Gassner's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

5 star (6) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Martin | December 1, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great lawyer with a deep knowledgable in domestic and international law

I hired Stephen to help me with a highly complex international custody case. His inherent knowledge of the law, both domestic and international, his awareness and sensitivity of the situation, helped to not only enlighten me, but also the opposing lawyer and most importantly, the judge. Stephen made ...sure the rights of the children were protected and put in effect. He is a great negotiator. Today, the children are better off because of him and the parents are talking to each other again. Without Stephen's skill set, our situation could've ended in a disaster. Therefore, I can only recommend Stephen to anyone dealing with a complex situation or where communication between parents has come to a halt. If you're looking for a lawyer with integrity whose main concern is upholding the law, Stephen Gassner is the right person for you.

Posted by TOMMY | October 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

GREAT ATTORNEY

OFFICE NEEDS BETTER COMMUNICATION BETWEEN THEM BUT EVERYONE THERE IS FANTASTIC THANKS FOR ALL THE HELP

Posted by Lilia Guzman-Motz | October 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great lawyer

Steven is fair and just lawyer and also ruthless Steven gives his best to win the case. He was an awesome divorce lawyer not to have my best interest at heart. When he needed to be tough he was tough and ruthless but fair with the other side. Steven won my case and I was very appreciative of him thro...ugh the process of the divorce. Direct and straight forward with heart.

Posted by Linda | August 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Representation at its BEST!

I retained the services of Mr. Gassner after unsatisfactory success with two other attorneys. He took the reigns with little time to prepared for trial. I was very impressed with his ability to familiarize himself with my case. He made every effort to be available to work with me to prepare. My inter...actions with him have shown me that he is passionate about his work and clients. Never rushed, he has always taken the time to explain my options and his opinions. He has superior knowledge of family law and is well respected in the courtroom. We are only halfway through the divorce proceedings and the outcomes for me since I hired Mr. Gassner have been in my favor. I am absolutely certain that I couldn’t have picked a better attorney to represent me. I feel confident that he will continue to go above and beyond to represent me for the remaining part of the proceedings. My only wish is that I would have retained him from the beginning.

Posted by Joseph Hanna | June 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very honest, know what he is doing i recomnd him

i think i have to write pages and pages about Mr. Gassner he help from his heart, answer your question , he goes to the court with full knowledge of facts and everything, very quit tell and speaks the truth only , every one respect him , he help me with my custody case after i got exhausted with th...ree different lawyers

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Stephen Isaac Gassner's Lawyer Endorsements

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Farzad Nezam

Family lawyer | Oct 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Stephen is a well-mannered, highly versed family law attorney. He goes above and beyond what it takes to practice law. Above all I find him very companionate. He has the respect and admiration of his peers and judicial officers alike. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone facing a family law issue."

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Ginny Harjot Walia

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Douglas Borthwick

Family lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Stephen. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Joseph Land

Family lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I took over for Mr. Gassner on a contested dissolution proceeding and he was invaluable in helping me get caught up on all the issues on the case. He was extremely knowledgeable and friendly and definitely had the client's best interest in mind."

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Marc Grossman

Litigation lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Albert D'Antin

Domestic violence lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve has his specialties, but has pretty much seen it all. I endorse him."

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Brandon Carr

Family lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. When he takes on a case, Stephen doesn't rest until the battle is done."

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Lisa Headrick

Family lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Steve is a real professional, and his overall knowledge of the law allows him to assist in most any situation."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Certified Specialist, State Bar of California

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Founder/Owner/Family Law Trial Attorney, Law Office of Stephen Gassner

2011 - 2012

Trial Attorney, Law Office of Marc Grossman

1999 - 2011

Trial Attorney, Gassner & Gassner

Associations

2001 - 2004

State Bar of California, Law Practice Management and Technology Section

Board of Directors

1996 - 1999

California Young Lawyers Association

Board of Directors

1996 - 1999

California Young Lawyers Association, Technology Subcommittee Chair

Chair

Education

1997

Claremont Graduate University

Master of Information Systems

1994

University of La Verne College of Law

Juris Doctor

1989

National University

Master of Business Administration

1984

Pitzer College (Claremont)

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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