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Janet Lynn Carson
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Biography
As the founder of the Law Offices of Carson Law Group, lawyer Janet L. Carson offers legal services for family law and bankruptcy cases. Ms. Carson has been in private practice for her entire career serving as a mediator and a family law attorney. She graduated from UCLA, and received her J.D. from the Colleges of Law. Ms. Carson holds memberships with the San Diego Bar Association, NITA Trial Lawyers, and the Central District for Consumer Bankrutpcy Attorneys. Ms. Carson volunteers with the San Diego Volunteer Lawyers Program to assist victims of domestic violence. Ms. Carson has successfully helped many clients reach their goals both in and out of court. Contact her firm today for a free consultation.
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Licensed in California for 16 years
State: California
Acquired: 2009
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Carson Law Group
5927 Balfour Court, Suite 202, Carlsbad, CA, 92008
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Posted by Aleasha | September 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family
Straight shooter.
Janet has represented our family on multiple occasions. She handles our estate planning, and family law needs. She has also represented several friends who have reported positive outcomes and thanked me for the referral. Janet is professional, effective, and affordable. In life, things come up. T...
Posted by Susan S. | September 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family
Excellent Attorney
Ms. Mertes is extremely knowledgeable, and proficient in family law and took the time to understand all the complicated issues of my divorce. She listened to what I wanted for my kids and I and helped me achieve the best custody agreement for my family. She was calm, but aggressive in court, I was...
Janet Lynn Carson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Janet for several years and she always impresses. She is diligent, caring and professional and works hard for her clients. That she has experience in both family and bankruptcy law is a great asset. Not only is she an excellent attorney but she is also a really nice person. I endorse this lawyer."
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"I've known Attorney Janet Mertes for some time now and have always been impressed by her work product and her dedication to her clients. She has tremendous compassion for those clients and gives each her personal attention and the benefit of her experience in the field. Very solid bankruptcy attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2024
Advanced Witness Examination, National Institute for Trial Advocacy
2024
Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyers of America
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Family and Divorce Mediation Certificate, Mosten Guthrie
2023
Southern District of California, United States District Court
2015
ABA Family Law Trial Advocacy, National Institute for Trial Advocacy
2013
United States District Court, Eastern District of California
2010
Central District of California, California State District Court
2006
Mediation, Negotiation and Dispute Resolution Skills, Pepperdine School of Law
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Owner, Carson Law Group
2007 - 2009
Certified Law Student, Ventura County Office Of The Public Defender
2006 - 2006
Volunteer, Ventura County Family Law Clinic
Associations
2024 - Present
San Diego Superior CourtMinor's Counsel
2023 - Present
San Diego County Mock TrialVolunteer Attorney
2022 - Present
Ventura County Legal AidBoard of Directors
2020 - Present
San Diego County Bar Association, Family Law SectionAssociate Member
2020 - Present
North County Bar AssociationAssociate Member
2020 - Present
San Diego Volunteer Lawyer ProgramVolunteer Attorney
2019 - Present
San Diego County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2018 - Present
County Square POABoard of Directors
2009 - Present
Central District Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys AssociationAttorney Member
2009 - Present
Conejo Valley Free Legal ClinicVolunteer Attorney
Ventura County Mock Trial
Volunteer Attorney
Sample of Legal Cases
Will and Trust
My estate is in order and I have a will and trust.
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
I am debt free!
Education
2009
The Colleges of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
University of California - Los Angeles
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2024
Retirement Planning During and After Divorce
Retirement Planning
2024
Property Divison During Divorce
Property Division
2024
Parenting Plan- Thinking Beyond the Schedule
Co-Parenting
2024
Mediation and Co-Parenting
Mediation and Co-Parenting
2024
Mediate or Litigate Your Divorce
Mediation vs Litigation
2024
Alimony and Child Support
Support
2024
ABC's of Divorce
Divorce
N/A
Collaborative Family Lawyers
Bankruptcy and Family Law Issues
Publications
N/A
Citations (VCBA)
Profile of a Volunteer Attorney
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
I share custody of 2 children with my ex wife? In the near future, I would like to move from CA to NV with my youngest?
03 Nov 2024
Q&A
If I didn't enroll in child support myself. Is it illegal? If somebody else enrolled me.
01 Nov 2024
Q&A
Can I get a co-parent plan through the courts so I can get regular video chats, visitation and she stay with me in the summer.
01 Nov 2024