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As the managing attorney and principal of Palmer Rodak & Associates, Matthew E. Palmer is an accomplished legal professional with over two decades of experience under his belt. Matthew is a Certified Family Law Specialist by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. Since 2003, he has served as a Pro Tem Judge in Vista. He is also a member of the San Diego County Bar Association, the North County Bar Association, and the North County Certified Family Law Specialist group. He holds a J.D. from Thomas Jefferson School of Law.
Before enrolling in law school, Matthew worked in sales and management for a Fortune 500 company for several years. Today, he applies this business experience to his legal practice. Matthew focuses his practice on family law, divorce, personal injury, civil litigation, and estate planning and probate.
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Posted by Danielle | February 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best Law Firm in Southern California
Look no Further!! Palmer Rodak & Associates are hands down the best law firm in Southern California. I called and "interviewed" several different law firms. I am very pleased and thankful I chose this law firm. Matthew Palmer wasn't my attorney, at first, but he stepped in; due to the severe complexi...
Posted by anonymous | January 01, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Professional and knowledgeable
I am so grateful for Layla and Autumn's help in my divorce. They handled my case with professionalism and fought hard for my children and me. They achieved an amazing result. I could not have done this without them.
Posted by Samantha | July 03, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Great legal help!
I’m going through an intense custody case right now attempting to get full custody. Matthew and Alexandria have done so so much to help my child and I! they are professional yet they care on a personal level as well! I definitely recommend coming here for your legal help!
Posted by Erin | March 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
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I retained Matthew Palmer and Associates October 2022. The day I met Mr. Palmer, and Sidney Price, another Attorney at the firm, I knew I selected the best Attorney's for my Divorce. Mr. Palmer was very thorough, explained so much about family law, as well as Sidney Price in terms of what I needed t...
Posted by Mindy | February 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Family
Fantastic Attorney
I have worked with Matthew Palmer over the last couple years on my case and I would 100% recommend his office! My case has been long, complicated, heartbreaking at times and just overall complex. He has been there through it all and has done everything he could for me and my children. His paralegals ...
"Matthew is an excellent attorney, and it was a privilege working with him. He taught me an immense amount, and you will be well taken care of with Matthew. There is no doubt he is respected as one of the best. I endorse this lawyer."
"Matthew is an excellent trial attorney and has mentored me since the beginning of my law career. I endorse Matthew."
"Working closely with Matthew on a daily basis, I can unreservedly offer my endorsement as he provides a level of experience, dedication, and compassion that is difficult to find."
"I currently work with Matthew. I have learned so much since I started working at Palmer Rodak & Associates. Unlike a lot of individuals I have met in this field, Matthew genuinely cares about his clients and will endeavor to achieve their desired results in the time and cost efficient way. Matthew recently completed a 23 day trial and I was impressed that he was able to not only present ALL the material but to do it in a manner that was concise and straight to the point. I would trust Matthew with any family law case whole-heartedly."
"I endorse this lawyer. Matthew is an excellent trial lawyer and litigator. He is personable, knowledgeable and persuasive."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Palmer is one of the most skilled family law attorneys in San Diego. He is honest and trustworthy."
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Certificate of Appreciaton as a Temporary Judge, San Diego Superior Court
2014
Certificate of Appreciaton as a Temporary Judge, San Diego Superior Court
2014
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
2013
Certificate of Appreciaton as a Temporary Judge, San Diego Superior Court
2012
Certificate of Appreciaton as a Temporary Judge, San Diego Superior Court
2011
Certificate of Appreciaton as a Temporary Judge, San Diego Superior Court
2010
Certificate of Appreciaton as a Temporary Judge, San Diego Superior Court
2009
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
2008
Certificate of Appreciaton as a Temporary Judge, Superior Court of San Diego
2006
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
1999
Certicate of Appreciation, The Bar Association of Northern San Diego Couty
1999
Attorney Admission, United States District Court
1998
American Jurisprudence award, American Jurisprudence Society
2003 - Present
Judge Pro Tem, San Diego Superior Court
1998 - Present
Lead Attorney at Law, Palmer Rodak & Associates
2004 - Present
Certified Family Law Specialist AssociationMember
1998 - Present
San Diego County Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
North County Bar AssociationMember
1996
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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MBA - Master of Business Administration
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