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also known as Law Office of Stephanie Mendez
The bulk of my practice is Family Law. My goal is to guide you and help navigate through the many stages of a family law proceeding, from initiation to finalization, with empathy, compassion, and honesty, and minimal financial stress on you.
I also have experience with Department of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA) administrative law hearings, security clearance reapplications, Responses to Statement of Reasons, revocation of security clearanes, et cetera.
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Acquired: 2009
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127 E. 3rd Ave, #202, Escondido, CA, 92025-3406
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Posted by Pedro J Lopez Jr | January 06, 2016
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She was very informative and gave respect to me,my situation and the other party. I've never really dealt with the legal system so it's nice to know there are REAL people in the "system".
Posted by anonymous | July 31, 2014 | Child Custody
Great Attorney, Honest, & Trustworthy
Mrs. Mendez helped our family obtain full custody and finalize our step-parent adoption. Mrs. Mendez was there for us every step of the way. Mrs. Mendez took the case when my daughter was born, helped me obtain DNA, visiting rights, we build a case against my ex and with time we were able to obtai...
Posted by Pat | August 14, 2013 | Child Custody
Honest ,Reliable & Smart
I was caught totally by surprise with my divorce. I met Mrs. Mendez on recommendation from another attorney's secretary & I wondered why! I soon found out why she was so highly recommended to me. My ex was financially backed by her wealthy family and there high priced attorney. Mrs. Mendez immediate...
Posted by AMBER L. | February 15, 2011 | Divorce & Separation
Highly Recommend!!!
I hired Ms. Mendez for my divorce case. My ex stonewalled and fought me over every little thing. I hired Ms. Mendez, and was not disappointed. She helped me every step of the way, and explained everything to me so that I could understand the process. She made me feel comfortable in a very uncomfo...
"Smart, to the point, and really cares what's best for the families involved. Doesn't play games or waste time."
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2012 - Present
Principal, Law Office of Stephanie Mendez
2011 - 2012
Associate, Law Office Of Peter J. Mueller
2018 - Present
San Diego Family Law Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
San Diego County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2009 - Present
Bar Association of North San Diego CountyAttorney Member
2009 - 2010
San Diego County Bar Association, Young/New Lawyers DivisionMember
California Divorce case dismissed, support order vacated.
2008
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English
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If the father of my children does not respond to my certified mail regarding family code 3024, can I move the kids?
16 Jun 2021
If the noncustodial parent objects to me taking the kids out of state. Does he have to file a petition or do I?
17 Sep 2020
Respondent a No-Show for their own Motion? What does it mean going forward?
21 Mar 2019