$ 195-350 per hour
I have been a lawyer for twenty-five years, and have devoted my time as a family lawyer to serving the families of North San Diego County. If you are going through a family transition such as separation or divorce, you are facing some of the most challenging times in your life. I am privileged to work with my clients on issues that impact every aspect of their lives --- their relationships, emotions, finances, and children. The decisions clients face at this time impact their future for years to come. I pride myself on being a problem-solving attorney, and have equipped myself to offer you alternatives to the traditional litigation model. As a trained mediator and collaborative attorney, I can provide you solutions and processes tailored to your individual and family needs. You can benefit by using the least invasive and most cost-effective process to obtain optimal results.
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$ 195-350 per hour
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Acquired: 1991
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2131 Palomar Airport Road, Suite 200, Carlsbad, CA, 92011
13 Client Reviews
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Posted by Tom | June 17, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent at dealing with a difficult case
It took over 3 years and was a very difficult case, but Debra was able to successfully get my divorce finalized. My ex was difficult and unresponsive, putting up barrier after barrier to getting the case finalized, but Debra was able to remain patient, help me understand the legal aspects of each si...
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Debra for years. She is competent, ethical and compassionate. Top notch!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Debra is an excellent attorney and mediator. She is reasonable, responsive, conscientious, creative and understands the law. I highly endorse Debra."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I came on a case on which Ms. Caligiuri acted as a mediator. My task was to review the proposed settlement agreement to see if it was in my client's best interests. In reviewing her work, I found her to be creative and insightful. She was able to resolve a complicated case in an efficient and effective manner. I also sit as a board of directors member with Ms. Caligiuri in the San Diego Collaborative Law group and find her input to be insightful and helpful. I give her my highest recommendation."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Debra is an experienced and skilled Family Law Attorney who is honest and trustworthy. She knows how to successfully negotiate an out of court settlement or represent a client in court, if necessary."
"Debra is an excellent family law attorney. I have known her for many years, and all of my business client's that have used her services have been very happy with her work."
Business lawyer
Family lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
2015
Certificate of Appreciation for Service, San Diego Superior Court
2014
Certificate of Appreciation for Service, San Diego Superior Court
2013
Certificate of Appreciation for Service, San Diego Superior Court
2012
Certificate of Appreciation for Service, San Diego Superior Court
2011
Certificate of Appreciation, San Diego Superior Court
2010
Certificate of Appreciation, San Diego Superior Court
2008
Certificate of Appreciation for Service, San Diego Superior Court
2007
Certificate of Appreciation for Service, San Diego Superior Court
1991
Outstanding Legal Scholar, Corpus Juris Secondum
1995 - Present
Family Law Attorney and Mediator, Law & Mediation Offices of Debra N. Caligiuri
2006 - 2015
Judge Pro Temp, Superior Court Of California, County Of San Diego
1990 - 1995
Attorneys at Law, Monaghan & Strauss
1990 - 1991
Clerk, United States Federal Courts
2012 - Present
Collaborative Family Law Group of San DiegoOfficer
2006 - Present
San Diego Collaborative Family Law GroupMember
2004 - Present
International Association of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
2000 - Present
North San Diego County Bar AssociationBoard Member
1991 - Present
San Diego County Bar AssociationMember
1998 - 2000
North County Bar Association, Family Law SectionCo-chair
1996 - 2001
Lawyers Club of San Diego (North County chapter)Treasurer
1994 - 1997
Bar Association of North San Diego CountySecretary
1988 - 2000
Lawyers Club of San DiegoBoard Member
I was able to get her the protection she needed, after successfully representing her interests in Court and negotiating visitation between their child and father, so that her rights would not be compromised.
1991
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
JD - Juris Doctor
1977
Undergraduate
2015
2014
Ongoing Featured Speaker
2013
Ongoing Featured Speaker
2013
Mediation Office Practices
2012
Ongoing Featured Speaker
2011
Ongoing Featured Speaker
2010
2007
Family Law
2007
Introduction to the Court System
2006
Legal Update/Issues in Family Law
2015
2008
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