Athina Karamanlis Powers

Child custody Attorney at Indian Wells, CA

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Exceptional Advice: The Best CA Attorney

I've had my fair share of terrible experiences to overcome with my business, but none equalled to a mess that a new and unsatisfied client did to me last year when he refused to pay his fees but requested more work done. I had gone from lawyer to lawyer and spend thousands of dollars on advice and guidance only to get absolutely nowhere. I spent hundreds in consultation fees and hourly fees, and came to the final and dreaded conclusion that the people I'm paying to advise me actually don't care in the least about the outcome of my situation but rather about how much they can bleed me dry. Up until that point, I was still living in that "It can happen to anyone, but not me" fantasy. I was down on my luck and the problem with my client was increasing by the day. It wasn't until I found Ms. Athina Karamanlis Powers that my problems were resolved. This savior gave me her time and her advice and assured me that the end result will be to my benefit. And it was!!! The fees she charged were reasonable and winning the case was absolutely worth every penny I spent listening to her. My client paid me all the fees that he owed me for my work and there have been no complaints or comebacks from him for nearly a year. She's by far, the best lawyer I've come across in my days. I would definitely would go to her if a problem ever arises again and again, because I can trust her to give me her honest opinion and take me by the hand to resolve any issue I have. I absolutely recommend her for anyone experiencing legal dilemmas.

Excellence at it's finest

In today's cut-throat world, an attorney of both honor and high caliber is a rather rare find. I would like to personally thank Attorney Powers for her council and expertise regarding my case. Considering my long experience with businesses and the troubles that come with them, I've had many attorneys advise me regarding various matters and each attorney has given me advice more confusing and more expensive than the last. I was on the verge of financial breakdown and the counsellors recomended to me only cared about how large a portion of my bank accounts would eventually be transfered to them. I was appalled and feared that one of these individuals would be standing as my legal advisor were my matters brought to court. On a rather ordinary day I met with one of my long time business partners and good friends whom had recently worked with Attorney Powers. He spoke so highly of her; he spoke as if she were a legal army of lawyers combined into one so I asked for her contact details. I am ashamed to say I assumed and belived she would be ridiculously overpriced and as cut-throat as the others. Usually during first time meetings with an attorney, one would have a strange atmosphere in the room where all sorts of doubts come up in your head and your wallet. Surprisingly enough, upon meeting her the room was filled with a wonderfully clear aura. It was not just another "ambulance chasing" attorney looking for their next score. I'd like to keep the matters of my consultation private, but needless to say there was no doubt in my head she HAD to be my legal counsel. Her retainer fee should have been much higher considering the wonderful work she did and I can not thank her enough for her help. She truly put my faith back into the legal system.

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Learn Athina’s areas of practice.

Practice areas

Child custody

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“Child custody” refers to the rights and responsibilities between parents for taking care of their children. In your case, you will need to decide on custody. In California, either parent can have custody of the children, or the parents can share .
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Child support

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Child support is the amount of money that a court orders a parent or both parents to pay every month to help pay for the support of the child (or children) and the child’s living expenses.
Divorce and separation

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A divorce lawyer helps you if you no longer want to be married. Whether you want a legal separation or the marriage ended, divorce lawyers assist you to arrange financial and family matters, typically in a negotiation with your spouse's lawyer.
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Domestic violence

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If you are involved in a domestic violence case, you may want to hire an experienced domestic violence (DV) lawyer. A DV attorney can help protect you if you or your family have been the victim of domestic violence.
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FRAUD EXAMINER & HARVARD LAW SCHOOL-TRAINED MEDIATOR WHO CARES FOR HER CLIENTS + SOLVES MATTERS FAST

I am a California Attorney, Fraud Examiner (CFE)*, a Harvard Law School-trained mediator, and the founder of a contemporary, boutique law practice in California that assists clients in the counties of Riverside, San Bernandino and Los Angeles. My mission is to provide clients with effective and efficient legal representation.

For over 30 years, I successfully represented clients in cases ranging from divorce and restraining orders to white collar crime and fraud investigations. I represented clients in Europe and in the United States. Thanks to my expertise as an attorney, Fraud Examiner (CFE), and economist, I analyze cases from a variety of different perspectives. My specialties include but are not limited to:

Family Law (Restraining Orders, Divorce, etc)

Fraud & Identity Theft

...and more!

(*California State Bar does not recognize Certified Fraud Examiners (CFE) as a specialty for California lawyers.)

****This notice is meant to address the defamatory postings on the web against attorney Athina K. Powers:

Attorney Athina K. Powers was never a fugitive from justice; she is a licensed attorney in the State of California and a Fraud Examiner, with no pending cases against her in any Bar in the world. As a fraud examiner, one of the jobs of Athina K. Powers was to track and unmask the true identities of a number of criminals that defrauded consumers by disguising themselves as doctors, surgeons, homeopathic physicians, real estate agents, attorneys, and investors. In doing so, Athina K. Powers became a victim of their stalking and cyberbullying.

These individuals assumed the identities of other actual physicians, investors, and lawyers--including but not limited to Athina K. Powers herself, chiropractor Dr. Ildiko Soskuti, M.D., and investor Sonia Carpentier--and they used the social security numbers of deceased persons. Their victims are usually immigrants whose primary language is not English. One of the wanted persons was recently apprehended in New York City for two counts of grand larceny, and is also facing legal proceedings in California for assault and battery.

Athina K. Powers is testifying in the upcoming court proceedings against the aforesaid criminals for their numerous offenses in the US (New York and California). The purpose of any online postings against Athina K. Powers are only meant to affect the validity of her testimony and her reputation. ***

Awards

Top Contributor

2016 2015 2014 + 1 ...

Client's Choice

2015 2014 2013

Licensed for 10 years

State CA

Status Active

Acquired 2012

Updated 12/02/2022

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

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Athina Powers, Attorney, Fraud Examiner, Mediator

(760) 501-2271 Office

74900 Hwy 111 Ste 213

Indian Wells, CA, 92210

athinapowers.com/

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Athina received a significant number of 4+ stars in 2015

Posted by Mo Ga | February 17, 2013

Exceptional Advice: The Best CA Attorney

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Posted by William | February 21, 2013

Excellence at it's finest

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Posted by Kaila | August 24, 2020

Our family is whole!

I hired Athina Powers to help me obtain custody of my 2 children. It seemed as though I was loosing my babies, the other parent had moved out of state and I needed counsel, I needed someone to hear my voice and understand the situation. I am FOREVER GRATEFUL I chose her. Athina is knowledgeable and personable, always staying calm and knowing exactly what to say. I felt as though I had an angel guiding me, every step of the way, ensuring through clear, constant communication that everything will fall into place. I cannot begin to explain the amount of confidence this wonderful woman was able to restore to me. Her and here team treated us like family, helping us battle some tough times, and seeing us through it all! We won the case-full custody granted to me! Your forever in our prayers, Athina.

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Posted by Nate | August 14, 2020

AWESOME!

Where can I even start with Ms. Powers and her team! Ms. Powers definitely took on my very complicated restraining order case. Her and Joanna worked tirelessly to get my case solved. At the end we won the case! It definitely was a lot of time on effort on everyone’s part, but she did not give up. She takes the time to understand her clients needs and basically become family! Thank you to her and the team!

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Posted by anonymous | June 6, 2017

The last of the Genuine Honest extremely knowledgeable Attorneys in Family Law and Fraud

There are lawyers who look at you as their income and then there are lawyers who God blessed with the compassion and understanding of the law to defend those persons who don't know how to defend them them selves when they are thrown in the legal court system. Living in a No fault state of California I thought that I didn't' have a chance, until I met Mrs. Powers I have to be very careful on what I say about my situation on social media, but I had to post a positive review about her, She is a God sent. She is so smart, if you have a potential fraud case she is that person to hire. Mrs. Powers is Family law at it's best a bonus when she specializes in Fraud. I could see by our conversation that she takes every situation personal. Which is what you want when an attorney is representing you. I hated to go through this but I won't be manipulated any longer from my husband that abandoned our family and a restaurant business venture he got us involved in. I can see that she will truly fight for the kids and I and I would like to do everything possible to let other persons who find them selves lost in this whole legal system of trying to find the right family law attorney to know of her. After the first lawyer sent me before a judge without representation and told me to just read off an email he sent me on what to say and a lawyer that just saw me as just another income I was giving up hope. I prayed about it this time, I had looked on Aavo before but Mrs. Powers name never came up. She is clearly the one and I would recommend her to anyone. She knows the law extremely well and has ethics. I just feel like a heavy weight is finally lifted off of me knowing she is the one to represent me. Thank you Athina

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Posted by Juliet | November 9, 2016

Very Kind, very helpful

I was helpless and tried the Avvo, Mrs. Powers is the only one replys me. She is so nice and patience, even if my case is confused. I was trying to tell her the problems I faced, and she replys me everytime with ideas and helpful informations. Thank you Mrs. Powers, my English is not very good, but thank you for your kindness and your strong spirit makes me see the dawn.

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Posted by anonymous | December 15, 2015

Family advice session

Athina, Thank you! not only did you answer all my questions, you helped to motivate me re3garding the situation. Definitely happy that a service like Avvo exists and I will definitely have Athina on speed-dial :) Very happy customer, Christina Martinez

Posted by anonymous | September 25, 2015

Family advice session

Excellent!

Posted by anonymous | September 18, 2015

Family advice session

Athina's legal pedigree and personal demeanor far out-shined her peers -- and I've talked to more than my fair share of attorneys and firms concerning my legal matter. Her advice was spot-on.

Posted by anonymous | April 16, 2015

Family advice session

Prior to my conversation with Athina Powers, I had never heard of her, in fact even before our call I didn't review her profile as I elected to allow AVVO to auto connect me with an attorney based on the nature of my situation in which case you're provided with the attorney's profile after the call. My phone rang less than 5 minutes after I paid the AVVO fee... and shortly there after I realized I was speaking to an attorney who was clearly extremely capable. Athina listened to everything I had to say and then responded with the kind of confidence that can't be faked. Not only was she able to very clearly addressed the finer points of my concerns (which I thought I hadn't done a very good job explaining to her in the first place), but she didn't miss a thing, and then went on to point out a few possibilities that I hadn't occurred to me as viable options (and this is a testament to her intelligence considering the caliber of people who had previously been assisting me with my legal concerns). She brought a rare balance of knowing when to emphasize important points of my situation while simultaneously bringing a very appropriate sort of levity and humor to the conversation that not only provided me with a sense of empowerment but also an overwhelming feeling that I'm going to make it out of this situation and can do with flying colors. A few minutes after we finished our call I got follow up email from AVVO asking me to rate my experience with Athina. Her profile was attached to the email which was impressive to say the least and certainly came as no surprise as my experience was the type you have when you're dealing with the Real McCoy. By the way I have never responded to these sort of follow up "rating request" emails only because in the past they've seemed like a complete waist of time .. but Athina and my experience with AVVO is a horse of a different color and was so impressed that I wanted to share my experience and opinion with others who might need some reassurance in making a decision. Amazing !

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Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2015

Family advice session

She gave me some good advice and I've told my aunts to do the sane thing. Only question I forgot if she was a Colorado lawyer

Posted by anonymous | November 10, 2014

Family advice session

She was very attentive to my questions and provided sound and effective answers to my questions. She actively listened to me and allowed me enough time to ask every question I had. A+++!

Posted by anonymous | June 21, 2014

Business advice session

Athena was great. Very helpful and knowledgable. I would recommend this service. Very satisfied

Posted by Georgiana | March 5, 2015

Helped me with my divorce. Wonderful attorney and wonderful person

I highly recommend this attorney for any divorce or family relating issues. I was hopping back and forth between lawyers saying one thing and lawyers saying another. After having gone through abut 3-4 different attorneys, I thought I might as well go for one more and I'm glad I did. She did everything I needed and at a fraction of the costs the other attorneys requested.

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Posted by Kaitlen | March 5, 2015

Eviction and identity theft, she was hired for both cases!

Athina Powers saved my family from being forced out on the street. Very trustworthy individual and I'll always look to her first in the future.

Posted by anonymous | August 17, 2014

Athina is 100% quality, superior judgment, experience, gifted

You will KNOW you are in the best hands with Athina Powers. She is brilliant, experienced, knows all aspects of the law for my case, argued effectively for 4 hours. In a different league than other lawyers I have worked with. Truly gifted and a gift.

Posted by anonymous | May 21, 2014

Trustworthy, Responsive, and Knowledgeable Attorney!

I wholeheartedly endorse Athina Karamanlis Powers. Her advice was integral to my case, which led to a dismissal. Rest assured you can trust Athina with Legal advice and or representation.

Posted by anonymous | March 11, 2014

Attorney Powers gave me a new life and saved me from certain destruction professionally and personally

Had a complicated fraud issue involving taxes,divorce and business malpractice which I had shopped around .No one had the professional experience Attorney powers had. She was quick to respond and gave me an in-depth explanation of her services and what i could realistically expect. In the end, I was free from any tax obligations, uncovered fraud committed by my spouse in divorce proceedings and walked away from a potentially damaging malpractice case. Attorney powers is a legal wiz and top of her game as a fraud examiner. God bless this woman.

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Posted by suzan | November 13, 2013

Restraining Order, Eviction and Fraud Case- I HIRED HER FOR ALL 3

If you get caught in a web of deception and need a lawyer Attorney Powers is the one to call. Too often cases drag out and lawyer rack up the $. Athina Powers offers a flat fee service and is worth every penny. The hours involved in paper work, emailing and especially phone calls gets to be out of hand with an hourly attorney. Athina is quick to respond, always there for you, does her research and never rushes you off the phone. My case took a long time and involved a lot of hurdles along the way. She was always willing to talk me through whatever was going on and her complete obsession for detail in paperwork saved my case. We went in fully prepared and won hands down. That was my first 2 cases...two down and 1 to go!

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Posted by William | October 25, 2013

Americas core values still matter with Athina

I've just begun entering a malpractice case, she talked with me like a family member, her story and how she views life alone was inspiring and made me feel like there is a chance for me to be recognized as a human who has been violated of their legal rights due to multiple errors by a hired law firm. She is what America used to be all about!

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AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

Attorney & Fraud Examiner
Law Offices of Athina Powers
2012 - Present

Economist, Business Evaluation Expert & Fraud Investigator
Athina Karamanlis
1981 - Present

Of Counsel
SDMCDUFF
2014 - 2014

General Counsel and Certified Fraud Examiner
SDMcDuff
2012 - 2014

Certified Fraud Examiner
SDMcDuff
2008 - 2012

Expert Examiner Documents&Testimonies for Fraud & Deception
SDMcDuff
2008 - 2013

Attorney - Greek and European law
European Law Firm
1987 - 2000

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Education

Harvard University Law School
Harvard Negotiation Institute
2016

Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
2001

Ethnikon kai Kapodistriakon Panepistimion(National and Kapodistrian University Scool of Law Department of Law , Athens Greece
JD - Juris Doctor
1985

Athinisin Ethnikon Kai Kapodistriakon Panepistimion (National and Kapodistrian University School of Law Department of Economics Athens Greece)
MSc Economics
1981

Institute Francais D' Athenes
Diplome D' Etudes Superieurs
1979

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Legal Cases

Appellate Court-Robbins v. Deutche Bank at al

Employment Fraud- Hearman v. Yeaman

Family Law-Gloyd v. Gloyd

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Associations

American Bar Association, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm Division
Chair
2015 - Present

Orange County Bar Association
Attorney Member
2013 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association
Attorney Member
2013 - Present

Beverly Hills Bar Association, Lawyer Referral and Information Service
Executive Committee
2013 - Present

Orange County Bar Association, Pro Bono Committee
Member
2013 - Present

California State Bar Association
Admitted to Practice
2012 - Present

American Bar Association
Attorney Member
2012 - Present

Federal Bar Association
Attorney Member
2012 - Present

Beverly Hills Bar Association
Attorney Member
2012 - Present

Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)
Member
2008 - Present

American Bar Association, Business Law Section, Membership Committee
Co-chair
2014 - 2014

American Bar Association (ABA) FY 2014
Member Business Advice and Financial Planning Committee
2014 - 2014

American Bar Association(ABA) FY 2014
Member Solo Strong Task Force
2014 - 2014

Athenian Bar Association (Athens Creece)
Admitted to Practice
1987 - 2000

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Languages Spoken

English

French

Italian

Greek

Spanish

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Honors and Awards

Nomos
Greek American Lawyers Association
2013

Publications

National Law Library
How to Start Your Business for Free: For Lawyers and Others
2013

New York State Consolidated Laws
Civil Procedure
2010

Oxford University Press
How to Analyze Written & Oral Statements for Fraud and Deception
2010

Oxford University Press
New York State Consolidated Laws: Criminal Procedure
2003

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Speaking Engagements

CLE
International Law and Ethics
2001

Attorney endorsements

Received (37)

Given (28)

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Hans Gillinger

General practice Attorney | Oct 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Powers has an eye for detail and holds herself to the highest standards both ethically and with regard to results."

Cheryl Smith

Real estate Attorney | Jul 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Powers works hard to get you results. This attorney gives an opinion based on Academics and Experience. Trust Ms. Powers, she has a solid background and knows the law! I strongly endorse her."

Renee Hykel Cuddy

Family Attorney | Feb 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Karamanlis Powers is a great lawyer who will take the time needed to prepare your case. I highly recommend her to anyone who is searching for a detail oriented, smart lawyer."

Michael LeMond

Unknown Attorney | May 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Athina. Highly respected in the legal community with a strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication."

Jill Rogers

Unknown Attorney | Feb 26
Relationship: Other

"A highly experienced, well-rounded and compassionate attorney. I endorse this lawyer"

Tomas Ross

Consumer protection Attorney | Feb 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Michael Zoldan

Contracts and agreements Attorney | Feb 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Judd Nemiro

Unknown Attorney | Feb 18
Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

Douglas Borthwick

Family Attorney | Nov 15
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Aryan Aliakbarzadeh

Consumer protection Attorney | Oct 29
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a knowledgeable and great advocate for her clients."

Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Business Attorney | Sep 28
Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

Simon Kabzan

Unknown Attorney | Sep 15
Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent attorney and highly recommended as an asset to this community."

Jillian Duggan-Herd

Business Attorney | Aug 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Powers spends a lot of time responding to questions posted on this website with informative and considerate answers which reflect a high degree of knowledge and expertise. She shows compassion and a willingness to help clients during difficult times. I endorse this lawyer."

Valerie Murphy

Business Attorney | Aug 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Powers provides excellent answers to client concerns on Avvo and donates her time to this needed service."

Peter Marek

International law Attorney | Jul 30
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Athina. Her contributions are vast and local endorsements abound. Reviews are a great way to judge your future attorney. Read them. Give her a call for a consultation."

Hovanes Margarian

Business Attorney | Jul 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Nicholas Martell

Consumer protection Attorney | Jun 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have read through many of Ms. Powers' responses to questions on Avvo. I am very impressed by her knowledge of the law and the fact that she has dedicated so much of her time to helping people with their legal challenges, by answering so many questions. I would not hesitate for a second to hire Ms. Powers if I ever need legal representation in one of her practice areas."

David Pittman

Business Attorney | Jun 08
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Gina Famularo

Family Attorney | Jun 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Solid legal advice"

John Phillips

Unknown Attorney | Jun 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"The time a lawyer spends giving back through sites like this show passion for the law and compassion for people. Kudos to you for helping so many people."

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