Ms. Lewis is a Certified Family Law Specialist, as designated by the State Bar of California. Ms. Lewis specializes in complex property division, income available for support and other financial issues. Ms. Lewis has had extensive training in Mediation and Collaborative divorces, and has years of litigation experience. Ms. Lewis is also a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, which provides her with the background and understanding for complex financial issues. Ms. Lewis is the founding partner of The Law Office of Meredith G Lewis, Advocates in Litigation; Mediation and Collaborative Divorce.
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State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 2003 | 06/19/2022 |
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Super Lawyer | California Super Lawyers | 2021 |
Top Attorney | San Diego Magazine | 2021 |
Top Attorney | San Diego Magazine | 2020 |
Super Lawyer | California Super Lawyers | 2020 |
Top Attorney | San Diego Magazine | 2019 |
Top Attorney | San Diego Magazine | 2018 |
Eureka Award-Dedicated Collaborative Professional | Collaborative Practice California | 2018 |
Women of Influence Award-Finalist | Connected Women of Influence | 2018 |
Top Attorney | San Diego Magazine | 2017 |
Best Family Law Attorney- Finalist | Fine Magazine | 2016 |
Top Attorney | San Diego Magazine | 2016 |
Top Attorney | San Diego Magazine | 2015 |
Top Attorney | San Diego Magazine | 2014 |
Top Attorney | San Diego Magazine | 2013 |
Top San Diego Attorneys-Finalist | San Diego Daily Transcript | 2013 |
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2012 |
Certified Specialist - Family Law | State Bar of California | 2010 |
American Jurisprudence Award | California Western School of Law | N/A |
Wiley W Manuel Award | State Bar of California | N/A |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Founder | The Law Office of Meredith G Lewis, APC | 2015 - Present |
Partner | Lewis, Warren & Setzer, LLP | 2009 - 2015 |
Professor | University of San Diego | 2006 - 2012 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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International Academy of Collaborative Professionals | Committee Member for 2021 Forum | 2021 - Present |
Collaborative Practice San Diego | Co-Chair of Divorce Options | 2021 - Present |
Collaborative Practice California | Board of Directors-Member at Large | 2018 - Present |
International Academy of Collaborative Professionals | 2013 - Present | |
Institute for Divorce Financial Analysts | 2013 - Present |
Collaborative Practice San Diego | Member | 2013 - Present |
Certified Family Law Specialist-State Bar of Caliornia | 2010 - Present | |
American Bar Association | 2003 - Present | |
Collaborative Practice California | Chair of 2019 Annual Statewide Conference | 2019 - 2019 |
Collaborative Practice San Diego | President | 2019 - 2020 |
Miramar College | Board Member Paralegal Program | 2016 - 2020 |
Collaborative Practice California | Delegate | 2013 - 2018 |
Collaborative Practice San Diego | Board Member | 2013 - 2020 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Aspen Publishers | California Family Law Supplement | 2007 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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California Western School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2003 |
Brandeis University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1998 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Divorce 101 | Understanding the Dissolution Process | 2016 |
CPCal Annual Conference | Collaborating From Afar-Long Distance Collaborative Cases | 2016 |
Second Saturday | Dissolution in California | 2015 |
Third Saturday | Dissolution and Mediation in California | 2013 |
Politically Speaking | Mediation in Family Law | 2013 |
Monthly Seminar | Top Nine Financial Considerations in a Dissolution | 2013 |
MCLE Webcast | Financial Aspects of Divorce | 2013 |
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Amanda Singer, Family Attorney on May 8, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Meredith is a great attorney who not only advocates and looks out for her clients interests, but also understands the benefit of working collaboratively and settling cases out of court. She knows how to support her clients and explain everything to them in a concise and easy to understand manner.
Jennifer Britt, Family Attorney on Nov 17, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Meredith and I have worked well together to effectively settle a difficult case. She is knowledgeable about the law and able to work creatively to find solutions for unusual situations. I endorse this lawyer.
Nathalie Ben-David, Family Attorney on Sep 22, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Ms. Lewis is an exceptional attorney. She is knowledgeable, compassionate, and driven to achieve her clients' objectives whether by way of mediation or litigation. She is one of the best in her field and I strongly and confidently endorse Ms. Lewis.
James Dicks, Family Attorney on Nov 29, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
This attorney works very hard for the clients and keeps up with the law by attending legal seminars to assist them in this regard. I endorse this attorney.
Michael Shemtoub, Family Attorney on Sep 18, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Your resume speaks for itself and I consider you a valuable member of the attorney community. I would recommend you to anyone and everyone who needs your services. I whole heartedly endorse this lawyer!
Steven Brumer, Family Attorney on Apr 4, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I would not hesitate to refer clients to her. Ms. Lewis is knowledgeable, compassionate, and effective for her clients.
Georgia Williams, Mediation Attorney on Dec 18, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Shawn Weber, Family Attorney on Nov 14, 2012
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Meredith Lewis is very competent and a strong advocate for her clients' needs. She is particularly effective during difficult divorce negotiations at finding solutions to difficult problems. Most of all, she is extraordinarily ethical. I am very pleased to endorse this fine attorney.
Tabitha Brincat, Family Attorney on Sep 6, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have had the pleasure of consulting with Meredith Lewis on complex family law matters. She is a very knowledgeable specialist with an excellent reputation in the family law community. While she is an aggressive advocate when the situation requires, Ms. Lewis is also creative in determining better paths to reach the best result for her clients.
Daniel Printz, Family Attorney on Aug 19, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have consulted with Meredith Lewis repeatedly on Family Law and Mediation matters, and will continue to do so. She is extremely capable and professional, but what I cherish most about her work is her ability to minimize conflict in a highly charged arena.
Colleen Warren, Family Attorney on Dec 4, 2009
Relationship: Co-worker
I have had the pleasure of working with Meredith Lewis on many cases. She is honest and hardworking. Meredith goes above and beyond to represent her client's interests with integrity and diligency. Meredith is an amazing attorney and I would recommend her to everyone.
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