$ 450-450 per hour
About Elisabeth
Biography
I was born and raised in Los Angeles and have a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of California in Santa Cruz, in the area of Language Studies. I graduated from the University of Santa Clara with a Juris Doctor in 1998. Graduating in the top 35% of my class, I received the American Jurisprudence award in Contracts. Even in law school, I represented Family Law clients as a member of the Family Law Clinic. I represented criminal clients in court as a certified law student and was a member of the criminal law mute court.
Upon graduation, I joined a conflict Public Defender’s office where I represented parents involved with the Child Protective Services as well as criminal defendants. I was admitted in the California Bar in 1999 and opened my own practice in October 2001 where I continued to practice Juvenile Dependency, Criminal Law and Family Law in Santa Cruz, Santa Clara and Monterey counties.
I relocated to Riverside county in 2005 and opened my own office where I was a partner and co-owner. I continually expanded my Family Law practice while continuing to represent clients in the areas of Juvenile Dependency, Criminal Law, Adoption and Guardianship. I have extensive trial experience in all aspects of Family Law including custody and visitation, support, division of property and restraining orders. In 2014, I obtained my specialist certification in Family Law and have continued to focus my practice in this area to include, adoptions, guardianships and juvenile matters. I have worked in large family law firms as well as smaller practices. In January 2022, I opened my own office to better serve my clients. I continue to specialize in the area of Family Law serving Riverside and San Beranradino Counties. Additionally, I continue to represent clients in the areas of Juvenile Dependency, Adoption and Guardianship.
Can deliver the results you need. Helping clients in San Bernardino & Riverside. Free phone consults
Preeminent Family Law Attorney in San Bernardino and Riverside.
Experienced Guardianship Attorney in San Bernardino and Riverside.
Experienced Juvenile Attorney in San Bernardino and Riverside.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Family
60%
27 years
Divorce and Separation
10%
Guardianship
10%
27 years
Juvenile Law
10%
27 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2022 2014
Licenses
Licensed in California for 26 years
State: California
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
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Showing 6 - 9 of 9 reviews | Child Custody
Posted by Steve | June 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
The Best!
While my case was likely not unique, it was riddled with conflict between my ex and I and if left unchallenged, I would have been left spending very little time with my 3 1/2 year old son and paying an exorbitant amount of child support. I turned to Elisabeth and honestly, it was the best thing I c...
Posted by Daniel | October 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Best around
I needed a great lawyer for my custody case after coming from a very bad lawyer. Elizabeth and her paralegal Wendy fox got me through a very tough time and continue to fight for me. Very real and straight forward and put me on a path to success. Must hire!
Posted by Emily | March 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Couldn't have done it without her!
When I came to Elisabeth I was on the verge of giving up after my previous attorney told me to "just settle" after almost a year and half of a support/custody modification. Not only did she completely turn around the legal strategy, she brought me hope again. We ended up at trial and Elisabeth was ...
Posted by Rebekah | November 13, 2011 | Child Custody
We are a family again, because of the hard work of Elisabeth Lord and staff
Elisabeth Lord was the ONLY lawyer who took her time to talk with us, listen to us, and fight for us. She always responded quickly. She always put our minds at ease, when things seemed their worse. The office staff, (that I will not name) also were always so polite and helpful and dealt with our cont...
Elisabeth Aimee Lord's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ms. Lord is an exceptional attorney. I endorse her without reservation, having worked on matters both with and against her. She is a certified specialist who is well-versed in the law, a consummate professional and maintains an outstanding presence in the courtroom."
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"Elisabeth is a great advocate - intelligent, aggressive, and extremely capable. She will serve any client well."
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"I have known Elisabeth Lord since early in 2006. She has superior litigation skills and is extraordinarily gifted in oral argument. She has served as both vice president and president of one of the local bar associations, and I have observed her extraordinary commitment to her clients."
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"I have found Ms. Lord to be an exceptional litigator and extremely knowledgeable about the nuances of family law."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Certified Family Law Specialist, California State Bar
1998
Contracts, American Jurisprudence
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Attorney, Lord & Brooker, APC
2018 - 2022
Partner, Bratton Razo & Lord
2013 - 2018
Attorney, Holstrom, Block and Parke, APLC
2006 - 2013
Attorney at Law, Partnership
2001 - 2006
Attorney at Law, Solo Law Practice
1999 - 2001
Public Defender, Public Defender's Office
Associations
2015 - Present
Leo Deegan Inn of CourtAttorney Master
2006 - Present
Riverside County Bar AssociationMember
Cherry Valley Bow Hunters Club
2022 - 2023
Riverside County Bar AssociationSecretary
2020 - 2022
Riverside County Bar AssociationDirector at Large
2011 - 2011
Mount San Jacinto/Hemet Bar AssociationPresident
2006 - 2006
Mount San Jacinto/Hemet Bar AssociationVice President
2005 - 2024
San Bernardino County Bar AssociationMember
2005 - 2011
Cultural Alliance of Banning, CaliforniaBoard Member
2000 - 2000
Santa Cruz County Bar Association
Education
1998
Santa Clara University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
University of California - Santa Cruz
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English