Athina Karamanlis Powers

Athina Karamanlis Powers

also known as ATHINA POWERS

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 13 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Indian Wells, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support ... +2 more

74900 Hwy 111 Ste 213, Indian Wells, CA

This attorney is currently not accepting new clients.
Reason: Not Practicing

About Athina

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 30%

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.

30%
Child Custody 25%

“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 .

25%
Child Support 15%

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.

15%
Domestic Violence 15%

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.

15%
Family 15%

Collaborative divorce. Peaceful Divorce Practice.

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 400-500 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 13 years

State: California

Acquired: 2012

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Athina Powers, Attorney, Fraud Examiner, Mediator

74900 Hwy 111 Ste 213, Indian Wells, CA, 92210

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Athina Karamanlis Powers's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

29 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by anonymous | April 08, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Nightmare of an Attorney

I am sharing my experience to help others avoid the same financial and emotional stress I endured. I hired Athina Powers for my divorce, and after a year and over $15,000 in fees, I ended up having to complete the paperwork myself to finalize my case. Communication & Preparation: The communication ...was, in my experience, non-existent. My emails and calls consistently went unanswered, to the point where I had to physically show up at the office just to get an update. Despite this lack of responsiveness, I continued to receive significant bills. On several occasions, I was sent documents meant for other clients, containing their confidential information, which was a major red flag regarding office professionalism. Competency & Attention to Detail: The legal drafts I received were riddled with errors. My name and address were incorrect, and I was repeatedly referred to as "the wife" despite being male. Beyond clerical errors, I believe her advice led to a catastrophic financial outcome. Due to what I view as a failure to properly evaluate property division and alimony, I estimate a loss of over $200k in potential alimony and a six-figure error in property valuation. Delays: My case was postponed for over a year. I was met with a constant stream of personal excuses—ranging from car issues to health emergencies—all while being billed for what I feel were delay tactics rather than progress. In the end, I did in three days what this firm could not do in twelve months. Final Verdict: If you are looking for an attorney who is prepared, detail-oriented, and communicative, my experience suggests you look elsewhere. I feel the billing was excessive for the results achieved—which were zero until I took over the filing myself. Run, don't walk.

Posted by Munisa | June 08, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

The Best Attorney who will find the way to get the result you want.

Athina Powers is the best lawyer, who helped me to get the result I want within 3 days. I was hopeless, stressed and defeated in my case, called many lawyers, who couldn’t promise me the best outcome, she found the best legal solution not only resolved my case, but her legal solution, and her effici...ency, her mindset to get things done quickly not only resolved my legal matter, but saved me from huge, coming legal issue. I was stress free within three days. She knew not only how to resolve it, but how quickly to resolve this legal matter I had. Her experience makes her unique, her customer service, her caring about her clients makes her special. She did impossible possible for my legal matter. And it was granted by judge and it resolved within three days. I was amazed, how she can turn around things in your favour to get you the outcome you want and very efficiently. Where many other some lawyers, don’t care about your time, they keep it longer to be resolved and make money out of you. She cared about me and my legal outcome more than she cared about the money. This kind of lawyer, you can trust your case and she will handle like her own matter. All I want to say Thank you so much Athina Powers!!!! The Best Lawyer, I have ever seen!!!

Athina Karamanlis Powers

Replied last June 10, 2023

Thank you for your kind words

Posted by Juliet | November 15, 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 t...hank you for your kindness and your strong spirit makes me see the dawn.

Posted by anonymous | March 11, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

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.

Posted by suzan | November 13, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

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 ha...nd 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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Hans Gillinger

General practice lawyer | Oct 01

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"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."

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Cheryl Smith

Real estate lawyer | Jul 07

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"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."

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Renee Hykel Cuddy

Family lawyer | Feb 16

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"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."

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Michael LeMond

Unknown lawyer | 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."

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Jill Rogers

Unknown lawyer | Feb 26

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

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Tomas Ross

Consumer protection lawyer | Feb 22

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Zoldan

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Feb 19

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Feb 18

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Douglas Borthwick

Family lawyer | Nov 15

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Aryan Aliakbarzadeh

Consumer protection lawyer | Oct 29

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

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Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Business lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Simon Kabzan

Unknown lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Other

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

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Jillian Duggan-Herd

Business lawyer | 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."

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Valerie Murphy

Business lawyer | Aug 21

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

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Peter Marek

International law lawyer | Jul 30

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"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."

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Hovanes Margarian

Business lawyer | Jul 13

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nicholas Martell

Consumer protection lawyer | Jun 13

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"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."

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David Pittman

Business lawyer | Jun 08

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gina Famularo

Family lawyer | Jun 04

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"I endorse this lawyer. Solid legal advice"

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John Phillips

Unknown lawyer | Jun 02

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"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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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Nomos, Greek American Lawyers Association

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney & Fraud Examiner, Law Offices of Athina Powers

1981 - Present

Economist, Business Evaluation Expert & Fraud Investigator, Athina Karamanlis

2014 - 2014

Of Counsel, SDMCDUFF

2012 - 2014

General Counsel and Certified Fraud Examiner, SDMcDuff

2008 - 2012

Certified Fraud Examiner, SDMcDuff

2008 - 2013

Expert Examiner Documents&Testimonies for Fraud & Deception, SDMcDuff

1987 - 2000

Attorney - Greek and European law, European Law Firm

Associations

2015 - Present

American Bar Association, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm Division

Chair

2013 - 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

2012 - 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

2008 - Present

Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)

Member

2014 - 2014

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

1987 - 2000

Athenian Bar Association (Athens Creece)

Admitted to Practice

Sample of Legal Cases

Appellate Court-Robbins v. Deutche Bank at al

Employment Fraud- Hearman v. Yeaman

Family Law-Gloyd v. Gloyd

Fraud Investigation-Healthcare Fraud

For the client

Brokers Practice

For the client Received back down payment

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Education

2016

Harvard University Law School

Harvard Negotiation Institute

2001

Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws

1985

Ethnikon kai Kapodistriakon Panepistimion(National and Kapodistrian University Scool of Law Department of Law , Athens Greece

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

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

MSc Economics

1979

Institute Francais D' Athenes

Diplome D' Etudes Superieurs

Speaking Engagements

2001

CLE

International Law and Ethics

Publications

2013

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

2010

New York State Consolidated Laws Civil Procedure

2010

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

2003

Oxford University Press New York State Consolidated Laws: Criminal Procedure

Languages

English

French

Italian

Greek

Spanish

Activity

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