Fischer & Van Thiel, LLP10620 Treena St., Ste. 230San Diego, CA, 92131United States (858) 935-6211 (760) 722-7648

Craig Richard Van Thiel

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San Diego, CA
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Licensed for 20 years

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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

Family: 80%
21 years
Child custody: 20%
21 years

Languages spoken

English

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Fischer & Van Thiel, LLP

10620 Treena St., Ste. 230
San Diego, CA, 92131

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2424 Vista Way, Suite 200
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State	Status	Acquired	Updated
CA	Active	2001	11/08/2021

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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work experience

Title	Company name	Duration
Partner	Fischer & Van Thiel, LLP	2008 - Present
Attorney	Fischer & Van Thiel, LLP	2007 - 2008

education

School name	Degree	Graduated
University of San Diego School of Law, San Diego, California	J.D.	1998
University of San Diego	Comparative Criminal Law and International Human Rights	N/A
University of California, Riverside	Political Science	N/A

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4.5 stars4.3 (24)

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Job Well Done

5.0 stars

Posted by Phil
September 15, 2011

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 parties. It was a very emotional and stressful period for my ex-wife and myself. We were able to walk away feeling that the best outcome had been accomplished because of the environment by the attorneys. I want to tank Mr. Fischer and his staff for a job well done.

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Posted by Sean
September 9, 2011

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..

Great Outcome

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Posted by Bobby
September 8, 2011

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.

Thanks To You!!

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Posted by gloria
August 25, 2011

My boyfriend and I lived in the state of Nevada. Our son was two months old when I came to California. When my son was 4 months old my boyfriend decided to move out to California. Two months later things didnâ€™t work out and my ex moved back to Nevada. Immediately I filed for custody and at the time of filing my son was 6 months. Two weeks later Iâ€™m served with papers from Nevada claiming I improperly filed.The attorney helped me win jurisdiction since my son stayed in California longer. Plus I have full custody of my son. Thank you.

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Posted by matthew
August 23, 2011

I was very pleased with the professionalism, willingness to resolve the issues quickly and reasonable cost. Mine was a very complicated divorce with a number of lawyers involved and Michael was always focused on an expedient and lowest cost resolution with 'out of the box' solutions to complicated problems. I recommend him highly.

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Posted by sierra
August 9, 2011

I used Fischer and Van Thiel for some mediation services. I have not needed to use an attorney in the past but before I made a final decision I wanted to try the mediation. Staff was great it was just the person I'm needing the mediation with the causes me issue. Ha

Confidence

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Posted by paula
August 8, 2011

If I know someone that needs help I would absolutely recommend this law office. The best thing about the staff at Fischer and Van Thiel was that they kept their promises unlike other offices I've experienced. I will definitely recommend to friends and family. I am very satisfied.

Maintained communication

5.0 stars

Posted by sammy
August 3, 2011

Most people don't expect to ever have to go through using a divorce lawyer when they're married but if you find yourself in this unfortunate circumstance, these are definitely the guys to go to. I would highly recommend them to friends and family. They maintain communication through the whole process and are very business saavy. If you are looking for a great divorce lawyer in the Oceanside area, definitely look up the attorneys at Fischer & Van Thiel.sammy

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Posted by anonymous
August 1, 2011

I was in the process of getting a divorce and used Fischer & Van Thiel. The attorney were very calm and worked with you through out the entire case. It was very helpful. Thanks Fischer!

Onward and upward

5.0 stars

Posted by [email protected]
July 18, 2011

Divorce has by no means been anything less than painful and heart wrenching. I hope to never go through that again. I was recommended to Fischer and Van Thiel through a coworker and I found that they were up front with me, answered my questions, returned my calls and basically helped me get through this process and be able to move onward and upward in my life. Thanks for all your help and assistance during this time.

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William Halsey, Family Attorney on Mar 3, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. Craig Van Thiel is diligent in every case he works on and is a great pleasure to work with.

Michael McColloch, Family Attorney on May 30, 2014
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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.

William Halsey, Family Attorney on Mar 3, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. Craig Van Thiel is diligent in every case he works on and is a great pleasure to work with.

Michael McColloch, Family Attorney on May 30, 2014
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Elizabeth Kuchta, Family Attorney on Mar 26, 2014
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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.

Michael Fischer, Family Attorney on Mar 26, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker

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.

Jeffrey Lacy, Family Attorney on Mar 6, 2013
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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.

Shawn Weber, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 13, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter

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.

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