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Craig Richard Van Thiel
About Craig
Biography
Craig Van Thiel is a licensed California attorney specializing in family law matters for over eight years. Specializing in complex family law matters, Mr. Van Thiel has built a reputation for bringing even the most complex family law matters to a just and cost efficient resolution.
Mr. Van Thiel Graduated from the University of California, Riverside with a bachelor's degree in political science. He continued his legal education at the University of San Diego School of Law and received his Juris Doctor Degree in 1998. He has also received a degree in Comparative Criminal Law and International Human Rights from the University of San Diego, Dublin Institute on International and Comparative Law.
Before entering private practice Mr. Van Thiel worked for the State Child Support Enforcement Unit and is uniquely aware of the inner workings of the enforcement unit as well as the complexities of child support establishment and enforcement. In private practice Mr. Van Thiel has asserted himself in the North County legal community as an expert in complex family law litigation. Mr. Van Thiel however, prides himself with his ability to bring even the most complex cases to an amicable agreement without the cost of litigation.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Family
80%
24 years
Child Custody
20%
24 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2011
Licenses
Licensed in California for 24 years
State: California
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Fischer & Van Thiel, LLP
(760) 722-7648
Fax
10620 Treena St., Ste. 230, San Diego, CA, 92131
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2424 Vista Way, Suite 200, Oceanside, CA, 92054
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100 E. San Marcos Blvd., #400, San Marcos, CA, 92069
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701 Palomar Airport Rd., #300, Carlsbad, CA, 92011
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Craig Richard Van Thiel's Reviews
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Posted by Ashley | June 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Thanks a bunch!
Thanks for all of the support during this difficult time. You and Bonnie are the best.
Posted by Alexandra | November 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Amazing Lawyer
I thoroughly recommend this firm and the lawyers if you are seeking for someone courteous, considerate, and sensitive to support you through your divorce. Attorney Craig Richard Van Thiel and attorney Grant Bayerle assisted us in proceeding through the separation procedure in timely, reasonable term...
Posted by Phil | September 15, 2011
Job Well Done
I recently went through a collaborative divorce represented by Mike Fischer. He and his staff did an outstanding job during the process. I think it would have been a very rough road without their expertise. They not only provide excellent knowledge and input but a caring spirit that is obvious to all...
Posted by Sean | September 9, 2011
Thanks For Everything
Just wanted to express my sincere appreciation to the lawyers at this legal practice for everything you have done for me. There is simply no better..
Posted by Bobby | September 8, 2011
Great Outcome
I called him based a recommendation from a friend and good thing what could have been a train wreck but he was able to bring outcome that I was able to not lose everything.
Craig Richard Van Thiel's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Craig Van Thiel is diligent in every case he works on and is a great pleasure to work with."
"Craig is a colleague practicing in the North County of San Diego where I am located. I know him and his firm quite well, as I regularly refer clients needing family law representation to them. Craig is knowledgeable, hard-working and ethical. i am pleased to endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer. He has lots of experience and is a talented and vigorous advocate. More importantly, he cares deeply about getting the best results possible for you and your family."
"Craig and I opposed each other on several case in 2006 and 2007. I was impressed with Craig's desire and ability to negotiate settlements without the adversarial attitude so often seen with seasoned attorneys. Having been business partners with him now for over 7 years I have seen him settle literally hundreds of cases to the satisfaction of our clients."
"Craig is a reasonable attorney and a pleasure to work with. I have found my cases with him to be productive and aimed toward the best interests of the clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Craig Van Thiel is an excellent attorney. I mediated a difficult high conflict divorce case wherein he was an attorney and I was a neutral mediator. I was so impressed with Craig's patience with his client and his ability to relate very complex legal issues in an way that was expressible to his client. I found him at all times to be a strong advocate, a knowledgeable negotiator, and an ethical professional. I would be delighted to work with him again."
Michael McColloch
Contracts and agreements lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Partner, Fischer & Van Thiel, LLP
2007 - 2008
Attorney, Fischer & Van Thiel, LLP
Education
1998
University of San Diego School of Law, San Diego, California
J.D.
N/A
University of California, Riverside
Political Science
N/A
University of San Diego
Comparative Criminal Law and International Human Rights
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers