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also known as Godkin & Brengle, LLP
Founding attorney Samuel S. Godkin has been practicing divorce law in San Diego since 1996. His over 27 years of experience as a certified mediator creates avenues for his clients to purse a collaborative divorce or avoid the headaches of litigation while saving both time and money. Hi approach is based more on psychology rather than law and it has been an effective approach in divorce mediation cases, child custody cases, and military divorces.
Many divorce lawyers say proudly that they start preparing for trial from day one. Our approach is different. Once we understand the issues, we immediately start looking for ways to settle your divorce, not litigate it, unless litigation becomes absolutely necessary. While the goal is always to win for you on key issues, we know from experience that no one ultimately wins a drawn-out, needlessly expensive battle.
Mr. Godkin believes in finding rational, practical solutions to tough problems without resorting to costly litigation. He has been a certified mediator throughout his legal career, and his track record in complex divorce disputes involving child custody and financial issues speaks volumes. The other attorneys and professionals we work with share our consciousness of the big picture, and we all work to find cost-effective ways for our clients to reach the most beneficial outcomes.
If you need divorce representation, in the San Diego area — and you want straight talk and cost-effective action — contact us today to speak with Samuel S. Godkin or one of his associates that practices in your area of need.
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Posted by Nathan | October 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Sam Godkin is an incredibly experienced and intelligent Family attorney. He helped me through a very difficult time and am very grateful for what he was able to achieve for my family. He knows what he is doing! Sam's experience and sharp mental acuity have proven to be both economical and efficien...
Posted by Sean | October 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney
I am a 50+ single father with a four year old daughter and issues enforcing the MSA. Sam was diligent and creative in representing me and was successful in getting nearly everything we requested. I will confidently continue to work with Sam in the future if needed.
Posted by Jacob | November 18, 2022 | Hired Attorney
I sought out an attorney during my divorce after all seemed lost. I moved out of the area and was unable to close out my divorce on my own. Prior to retaining Sam and his partner Shane I lost hope. They were able to turn my case around and stop a seemingly horrific outcome for me during trial. They w...
Posted by Lisa | April 7, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Sam settled my divorce in a timely manner. We didn’t have very many assets to divide, but Sam is very knowledgeable about California laws being that we live in a community property state. Sam will get you what should be rightfully yours and will give you great advice from start to finish. I highly re...
Posted by Warren | November 9, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Me.Godkin’s associate Shane Brengle, handled my case. Responses to my issues were responded to very fast. Very happy with their services.
"Sam Godkin is a top notch family law attorney. He's smart, aggressive, respected and caring. You can't do better."
"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."
"Mr. Godkin is a hard working family law attorney you can count on. He is knowledgable in the law, and always does his best for his clients. I endorse this lawyer's work!"
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1995
American Jurisprudence Award For Family Law, California Western School of Law
1995 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
1995
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
BS - Bachelor of Science
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