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EXPERIENCED DIVORCE & CHILD CUSTODY ATTORNEY - Mention AVVO and recieve a free consultation.
I GET IT. I am divorced. I have walked in your shoes and I understand how confusing, overwhelming and frustrating divorce can be!
The divorce rocked my world. I had no idea what my rights were or what to do next. In the end, I successfully and swiftly negotiated my own divorce. I went on to attend law school while raising two kids as a single mom. Now, I work one-on-one with clients like you who are thoughtful, reasonable and want the best for your children.
LET'S MAKE THIS YOUR PAST, SO YOU CAN BUILD A NEW FUTURE!
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I take a holistic approach to lawyering, which means I take into consideration all aspects of your life. You are not just a form or set of numbers to me. Your well-being, life goals, and ultimate happiness are something we discuss when creating a plan for you, making settlement offers or discussing options in your case.
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4445 Eastgate Mall, Suite #200, San Diego, CA, 92192
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Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Great Advocate!
The end of my marriage came as a surprise, and was particularly scary because I experience chronic illness and had little income of my own. I felt a lot better about it after meeting with Carinne, who explained exactly what my options were--and patiently answered all questions and re-explained as oft...
Posted by anonymous | June 22, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Fair and Professional Attorney
Attorney Senske has been helping me on my divorce case. My experiences with Attorney Senske are that she is very knowledgable in family law and she is very professional as an attorney. To begin with, I could not afford to hire a full time attorney. Attorney Senske was offering a limited scope pr...
Posted by anonymous | February 05, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
money hungry
Ms. Senske represented me in my divorce. She knows family law and procedure well enough, but her character and ethics are questionable, in my opinion. She knew that I was low on funds. (She accepts payment in cash only, no credit cards. ) She sent me an invoice for $4,000, AND required an extra $...
"I endorse this lawyer. Carinne is compassionate and a great advocate for her clients. She always handles matters with professionalism and courtesy even when negotiating difficult and highly charged matters."
"As a fellow lawyer and friend, Carinne is a compassionate, trustworthy, and detail-oriented attorney who approaches her practice and clients with care."
"I have known Carinne for over 20 years, she was in college and interned in my law office for me. We have maintained a friendship all of these years and I am happy to say that she is a very smart, responsible, effective attorney. She cares about her clients. She will do a great job for you."
"Carinne Senske is highly recommended when dealing with family law matters. Her personal dedication to her clients and work is hard to find in today's world. She is extremely personable and able to handle any matter given to her. She is very honest and loyal. I endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. Carinne Senske's dedication and zealous advocacy sets her apart from others. Her ability to quickly identify key areas of concerns for present and future matters for clients enables her to provide quality assistance, whether in a limited scope capacity or as retained counsel. Her ability to anticipate and articulate different view points and avenues of relief enables her to craft strategies sensitive to her clients needs. These skills place Ms. Senske at the top of her field."
"Ms. Senske is a professional under any circumstance. While volunteering with Ms. Senske at the Public Defenders Office, I saw the compassion and attention to detail that she gave to every client."
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2015
Wiely W. Manuel Certificate for Pro Bono Legal Services, The State Bar of California
2012
Pro Bono Service Award, California Western School of Law
2012
Pro Bono Honors Society Award, California Western School of Law
2007
Career Transition Scholarship, California Western School of Law
2013 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Carinne Weaver
2013 - 2013
Post-Bar Clerk, Office of the Public Defender, Criminal Misdemeanor Division
2012 - 2012
Certified Legal Intern, Office of the Alternate Public Defender, Serious Felonies
2011 - 2011
Certified Legal Intern, Office of the Public Defender, Juvenile Division
2000 - 2004
Founder and President, Vegetarian Kids Group
1997 - 2007
Instructor, Waldorf Homeschool Cooperative
1995 - 1996
Legal Assistant, The Law Office of Andrea Schneider, San Diego
1994 - 1996
Intern, Office of the Alternate Public Defender
1994 - 1994
Administrator, Association for Corporate Growth
2019 - Present
American Civil Liberties UnionMember
2018 - Present
Second SaturdayCo-chair
2013 - Present
San Diego County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2013 - Present
North County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2009 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1992 - Present
People for the Ethical Treatment of AnimalsMember
2000 - 2004
Vegetarian Kids GroupFounder and President
2012
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2019
What Every Woman Needs to Know About Divorce
2018
What Every Woman Needs to Know About Divorce
2000
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