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Ms. Sookdeo has always been passionate about law and the idea of helping others combat their legal issues. She is the Managing Attorney at Robinson Sookdeo Law, a general practice law office that handles various cases involving bankruptcy law, criminal law, family law and landlord tenant issues. The office serves individuals in several counties, including Riverside, San Bernardino, Los Angeles and Orange County.
Ms. Sookdeo graduated from University of California, Santa Barbara with a degree in English. She earned her Juris Doctorate from Barry University Law School. While attending law school, Ms. Sookdeo joined one of the University’s Mock Trial teams. She interned at the Orlando, FL Public Defender Office and later at the Riverside, CA Public Defender Office; experiences that served as a springboard for Ms. Sookdeo’s skill, confidence, and aggression necessary for the courtroom.
Currently, Ms. Sookdeo is licensed to practice law in California and Florida.
Ms. Sookdeo is the President-Elect of the California Association of Black Lawyers. She previously served a three-year term as a Commissioner of the California Commission on Access to Justice. She is a Past President of the Richard T. Fields Bar Association, a legal organization devoted to community service and youth education. She is a past President of the Riverside Barristers. Ms. Sookdeo is also an avid volunteer for various organizations that assist students, low-income families and troubled youth throughout the Inland Empire and in the Los Angeles area.
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Acquired: 2009
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State: Florida
Acquired: 2009
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4129 Main St Ste 200 B, Riverside, CA, 92501-3678
14 Client Reviews
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Posted by Claudia | May 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Brilliant, Knowledgeable and very understanding
I had almost lost custody of my Son but Shamika was able to prove to the courts that I was an outstanding mother who had just been through a rough spot in my life. She was very professional and extremely caring. I would recommend her to anyone who is in a unique situation as mine.
Posted by Stevie | November 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Professional, courteous, relatable
Working with Mrs. Sookdeo was a valuable experience. She's not one to sugar-coat anything, unlike a other attorneys. I really appreciated her attention to detail and her ability provide an honest and well formulated opinion. She greatly aided me in my child's custody case, and I would absolutely rec...
Posted by Timothy | July 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Amazing person
Shumika is an amazing attorney. She is not out to do anyone dirty or lie about anything. She was very honest with me and I was with her. She had great communication with me during my whole divorce case. Even when my ex's attorney failed to even educate themselves on the case and attempted to play di...
Posted by Wendy | March 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
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Mrs. Sookdeo was an amazing lawyer through my whole divorce process. She is clear and direct, doesn't go in circles. knows what she is talking about and doing. my ex-husband is in state prison and she did everything to finalize my divorce in a timely matter.
Posted by Patrick Majors | March 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Coasting Means no Points!
I received a speeding ticket by a police officer who decided that passing a slow car all while traveling the same speed as other cars around you is considered bad. I am not saying I wasn't speeding, but what I am saying is everyone else was speeding too. Why he picked my little Nissan out of the crow...
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"I endorse this lawyer. Shumika is a very professional attorney. She is well prepared and she fights for her clients."
"I have been in court on several occasions while Shumika has presented her case. She has been well-spoken, direct and prepared each and every time. The judges' response to her position and argument make it clear that she has a good reputation and is respected."
"I serve on a board with Shumika and I know the passion and determination she brings to her work. Her clients are lucky to have her as their advocate!"
"Mrs. Sookdeo is an astute family law attorney that zealously advocates for her clients. She is a no-nonsense lawyer that gets the job done. She also has the compassion that clients seeking a family law attorney need. I would hire her if I needed a lawyer in this practice area."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is a leader in the legal community and a zealous advocate for her clients."
"I endorse Ms. Sookdeo! She is an ethical and highly skilled attorney. She is committed to giving each of her clients excellent representation. She has an impeccable reputation in the community and genuinely cares about her clients."
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2017
Recognition of Service, Project Graduate - RCBA
2016
Recognition of Service, Project Graduate - RCBA
2015
President's Award, California Association of Black Lawyers
2015
Certificate of Tribute, Harriet Buhai Center for Family Law
2015
Recognition of Service, Project Graduate - RCBA
2014
Certificate of Tribute, Harriet Buhai Center for Family Law
2014
Recognition of Service, Project Graduate
2014
Certificate of Appreciation, Chaffey College
2013
Certificate of Tribute, Harriet Buhai Center for Family Law
2012 - Present
Attorney, Robinson Sookdeo Law
2010 - 2012
Attorney, Law Offices of Shumika T. Robinson
2019 - Present
California Association of Black LawyersVice President South
2015 - Present
Richard T. Fields Bar AssociationPast President
2014 - Present
California Association of Black LawyersBoard Member
2013 - Present
Project Graduate (RCBA)Educational Representative
2010 - Present
Riverside County Bar AssociationMember
2018 - 2019
Riverside County BarristersPast President
2017 - 2018
Riverside County BarristersPresident
2017 - 2017
John M. Langston Bar AssociationBoard Member - Family Law Co-Chair
2016 - 2020
California Commission on Access to JusticeCommissioner
2015 - 2017
Riverside County BarristersBoard Member
2014 - 2015
Richard T. Fields Bar AssociationPresident
2014 - 2015
National Bar AssociationAffiliate Representative
2013 - 2014
Richard T. Fields Bar AssociationPresident-Elect
2011 - 2017
Harriett Buhai Center for Family LawVolunteer Attorney
Case settled by Agreement.
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JD - Juris Doctor
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BA - Bachelor of Arts
2018
Introduction to the Riverside Legal Community; Starting and Managing a Law Practice
2018
Understanding Being an African American in the Legal Field
2017
Practicing Law as a New Attorney
2017
Practice of Law; the Path and Life as a Lawyer
2016
Practice of Law; the Path and Life as a Lawyer
2015
Preparing for the Legal Profession
2015
Practice of Law; the Path and Life as a Lawyer
2015
May Day & California Proposition 47
2014
Preparing for the Legal Profession
2014
Practice of Law; the Path and Life as a Lawyer
2012
English
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If court order states father is responsible for medical and dental does that include dental work?
05 Aug 2019
Can I drop a protection restraining order against my husband..
05 Aug 2019
In CA, recently divorced seeking to declare bankruptcy. Will ex be liable?
11 Mar 2019