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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 anonymous | April 17, 2014 | Child Custody
6 Month Old Twins, Child Support and Custody Case
I hired Jessica Jones back in October for a child custody/support case and she has been amazing!. She is very professional and knowledgeable about the law and what is best for me and my two children. Her advise and opinions about how to handle this case have been spot on thus far.This has been the ...
Posted by Mike | April 01, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
I would hire Matthew again, in a heartbeat!
Matthew did an outstanding job handling my divorce a few years ago, and most recently, representing of friend of mine during her divorce. He and his staff are knowledgeable and caring individuals who look out for you, not only as a client, but also as a person.
Posted by Larry | March 27, 2014 | Trusts
Trust Review and Opinion Letter
Nine years ago Mr. Palmer prepared a family trust for me. In the intervening time I have added and removed items from it, some in other states, without any problem. We recently left California and moved to Florida where we are building a new house. Four days before scheduled closing we were inform...
Posted by Richard & Lynn | March 26, 2014 | Child Custody
Very pleased with services
We first engaged Mr. Palmer's services in 2009 seeking grand parental visitation rights. We had been informed by another attorney that this could not be done. Mr. Palmer proved him wrong. In representing us, he did so with professionalism, confidence and empathy. Because of his competence we prev...
Posted by William | March 24, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Proactive, Confident and On-Point
Like the title says, I was always informed, documents were always prepared, and I always felt that my lawyer knew my case prior to going in. Their office consistently produced superior results in my case. They have my highest recommendation.
"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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