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also known as Amanda R. Khiterman
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Amanda Khiterman is a Certified Family Law Specialist and founding partner at PLBK, LLP. She is originally from Brooklyn, New York. Amanda graduated Cum Laude from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. There she earned two independent Bachelor of Arts degrees. Amanda received her J.D. from California Western School of Law and was admitted to the CA bar in 2014. She is also admitted to practice law in both NY and NJ. She holds several awards recognizing her community service and pro bono work including the State Bar of California Wiley W. Manuel Certificate for Pro Bono Legal Services. Amanda has also been certified by North County LifeLine as a Mediator following her work as a Mediator in Small Claims Court. Amanda is bilingual, speaking both Russian and English. Also in 2014, an article lead-authored by her was published by Oxford Press in American National Biography.
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State: New York
Acquired: 2018
No misconduct found
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
State: California
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
600 W. Broadway, Suite 700, San Diego, CA, 92101
plbklaw.com
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Posted by Allison | October 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Highly Recommend Amanda Khiterman
Amanda Khiterman is a fantastic professional, extremely knowledgeable, and compassionate attorney. Amanda went above and beyond to help me obtain the protection I needed. I am so grateful for the time and energy she spent on my case. I highly recommend hiring Amanda Khiterman.
Posted by anonymous | November 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family
Thank you!
My situation was a bit complicated with an overzealous ex, I'm so happy I found Amanda and this firm! She was able to put a stop to the never ending litigation once and for all. Nothing about this process is fun but it's nice when you have someone that listens to you while giving you solid advice to ...
Posted by anonymous | July 02, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family
Greedy Corporate Attorney in It all for herself and not in to for her clients
I was surprised to read the other review because she will take your money and literally run with it. I paid her a hefty size retainer of $10,000.00 for my family court case and she absorbed the money after just ONE (1) court hearing. Then she requested another $10,000.00 to continue my case and gave ...
This "review" was posted anonymously, and the events alleged do not match a single one of my current or past cases. It is categorically and patently false. I pride myself on meaningful representation of clients. I am truly disheartened that someone would take the time to falsely assert otherwise.
"I endorse this lawyer. Amanda and I worked together for almost 4 years. She is an incredible attorney, very knowledgeable and she would do whatever depends on her to represent your interests and fight for you."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Khiterman is a gifted litigator who advocates tirelessly for her clients. She is a specialist in family law and I would recommend her for any family law matter."
"Amanda is a knowledgeable attorney who strives to ensure her clients' best interests are protected. She is a respected member of our legal community and I endorse her services."
"Amanda is a great attorney and very knowledgeable of the law. She is passionate about family law and is extremely hard working. She is an excellent advocate for her clients and I wholeheartedly endorse her."
"I had the pleasure of working with Amanda while she was an intern and afterward when she became a post-bar clerk. Amanda is an exceptionally bright, charismatic, and driven attorney. If you are looking for someone to dedicate themselves to your case 110%, Amanda is the right lawyer for you. I recommend her wholeheartedly."
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Wiley W. Manuel Award for Pro Bono Legal Services, State Bar of California
2013
Pro Bono Honors Society, California Western School of Law
2012
Public Service Honors Award, California Western School of Law
2020 - Present
Founding Partner, Patterson, Lopez, Banuelos, Khiterman, LLP
1900 - Present
Member, Patterson, Lopez, Banuelos, Khiterman, LLP
2015 - 2020
Senior Associate, Antonyan Miranda, LLP
2014 - 2015
Post Bar Clerk, Law Office Of Ilona Antonyan
2013 - 2013
Mediator, North County Life Line
2013 - 2013
Legal Intern, San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program
2012 - 2012
Legal Intern, San Diego Superior Court Family Law Facilitator's Office
2012 - 2014
Research Assistant for Professor Michael Belknap, California Western School Of Law
2010 - 2010
Legal Clerk for Judge Judd Carhart, Superior Court Of Massachusetts
2011 - Present
San Diego County Bar Foundation
Domestic Violence Restraining Order was granted protecting client, $20,000 in fees was later awarded to client.
2014
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
BA - Bachelor of Arts (Dual Degree)
2010
BA - Bachelor of Arts (Dual Degree)
2020
Children's Read-In
2014
Russian
English
Spanish
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