Barbara Elaine Kristal

Barbara Elaine Kristal

5.0
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 41 years

Family Lawyer at Rancho Mirage, CA
Practice Areas: Family

69730 Hwy 111, Suite 209, Rancho Mirage, CA

About Barbara

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Family 100%

divorce, child custody, adoption, child support, spousal support, Marital Settlement agreements, pre-nuptial agreements, post-nuptial agreements

42 years | 500 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 41 years

State: California

Acquired: 1984

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of Barbara E. Kristal, PLC

69730 Hwy 111, Suite 209, Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270

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Barbara Elaine Kristal's Reviews

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Posted by Genny | April 06, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Outstanding attorney

I saw Ms. Kristal in the court room one day and was so impressed with the way she handled her client's case. I was struggling, trying to navigate the court system on my own, and in way over my head. I stopped Ms. Kristal in the hallway and later met with her to discuss my case. I hired her on the spo...t and that was the best decision I could have made. I have referred a number of people to Ms. Kristal and always get a huge 'thank you' from them for putting me in touch with her.

Posted by Brandie | April 04, 2012 | Family

Barbara E. Kristal, Esq.

Dealing with any Family Law matter can be difficult. A Family Law Attorney has the duty to advise, defend and inform a client during a very stressful and emotionally trying time in their lives. It takes a particular type of professional to be able to "put the pieces back together", so to speak, and... gain the trust of someone who feels like thier world in crashing down around them. Barbara is extremely knowledgeable of the law, is highly respected in the legal community and I would reccomend her services to anyone with a Family Law issue. It is with great confidence that I can proudly endorse Barbara E. Kristal as a top-notch legal professional.

Posted by Sandi | May 03, 2010 | Divorce & Separation

The best attorney for Family Law

Barabra Kristal came highly recommended to me for a family law divorce attorney. My case involved a difficult divorce with child custody invovled. Barbara is extremely professional, is VERY literate/knowledgeable on the laws and was fair and informative in every twist and turn of my divorce and child... custody battle. Experiencing almost 4 years working with Barbara i have seen how judges, commissioners and fellow attorneys have great respect for Barbara Kristal. If you are looking for an attorney who knows the law, is professional, is fair and gets the job done and done right, Barbara Kristal is the right choice.

Posted by anonymous | April 21, 2009

I Would Never Go Anywhere Else

It was very important to me that the attorney I chose to represent me cared as much about my case as I did. Ms. Kristal came highly recommended to me and after having her represent me, I would never use anyone else. Ms. Kristal treated me as though I were her only client. I was able to call her of...fice and speak to her directly instead of receiving the run around that I was accustomed to. If she was unavailable at that time, I could always count on a call back that same day, even if it was after business hours. Ms. Kristal knew the details of my case inside and out and she continually updated me so I was never left wondering what was going on. I've never met another attorney who is so approachable, knowlegeable, caring and who offers such great customer service.

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

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Harold Heritage

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Barbara and I frequently co-counsel on cases, and she is a pleasure to work with. She is highly experienced, very professional, and responsive. I highly recommend and endorse her."

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Bradley Faber

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I have known Barbara for about 5 years and consider her, not only a peer and a colleague, but also a friend.Barbara is extraordinarily knowledgeable and competent in all areas of family law. Moreover, not only does she possess a high level of expertise in her field, but also her degree of attentiveness and responsiveness to her clients is a virtue often not found with other firms. Without reservation, I recommend and endorse Barbara E. Kristal."

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Michael Peterson

Family lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Grossman

Family lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Ms. Kristal for over 15 years both as a friend and a lawyer, and have worked with her on several of her cases. She enjoys a well-desered excellent reputation in the Desert, and is known for her professionalism, hard work and good results. I would enthusiastically recommend her to anyone for any type of family law matter."

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Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2015

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Lifetime Achievment, Desert Bar Association

1975

Beta Gamma Sigma, professional fraternity

Work Experience

1986 - Present

owner-self employed, several large law firms and sole practictioner

Associations

1984 - Present

Desert Bar Association

Member

1976 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

1975 - Present

Kent State Alumni Association

member

1984 - 1990

Desert Bar Association, Family Law Section

President

Education

1984

University of San Diego School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

Kent State University

Undergraduate

N/A

Michigan State University

AA

Speaking Engagements

2008

Southwest Community Church

Dissolution in California

Languages

English

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