Denise Merle Motroni

Denise Merle Motroni

3.9
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 31 years

Family Lawyer at Riverside, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Child Support ... +5 more

8175 Limonite Ave., Riverside, CA

About Denise

Biography

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Family 25%

Denise Motroni is an experienced Family Law Attorney based in Riverside County, California. Ms. Motroni uses a unique, integrative approach that utilizes law, psychology, economics, philosophy, and other disciplines.

32 years | 310 cases

25%
Child Custody 15%

The child custody laws in California are designed to provide the best possible home and living situation for the children involved in the divorce and help to keep their best interests at the top of the propriety list.

32 years | 180 cases

15%
Child Support 15%

There are laws in the state of California that ensure that both parties are not being taken advantage of in any way. Meaning, there are laws to handle unpaid support and ways to handle the repayment of back support (arrears)

32 years | 185 cases

15%
Divorce and Separation 15%

Seeking a legal separation is very similar to seeking a dissolution. Legal separation is often used instead of a dissolution for financial or religious reasons or so that the non-military spouse keeps his/her military benefits.

32 years | 183 cases

15%
Alimony 10%

It is a protective measure - When one spouse makes significantly less money than the other, divorce could possibly cause him or her to be forced into difficult financial circumstances without the help of alimony.

32 years | 122 cases

10%
Domestic Violence 10%

Domestic violence is abuse or threats of abuse when the person being abused and the abuser are or have been in an intimate relationship (married or domestic partners, are dating or used to date, live or lived together, or have a child together).

32 years | 125 cases

10%
Adoption 5%

A child may be adopted by an adult who is at least 10 years older than the child. An exception to this requirement may be made if the adoptive parent is a stepparent, sister, brother, aunt, uncle, or first cousin of the child.

32 years | 60 cases

5%
Uncontested Divorce 5%

If there are no issues in the Divorce and the parties are cooperative, an Agreement may not be necessary. The Attorney would advise.

32 years | 62 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-300 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 31 years

State: California

Acquired: 1994

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Location

Law Offices of Denise Motroni

8175 Limonite Ave., Riverside, CA, 92530

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Denise Merle Motroni's Reviews

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3.9 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Tiffany | November 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Was a blessing to work with!

Me. Ms. Motroni assisted me with my divorce/child custody case. She is very professional and pleasant to work with. I would totally recommend her. Im a 100% satisfied client!

Posted by Ana | May 21, 2014 | Family

Professional Lawyer, Aggressive Representation, Knowledge and Expertise

Ms. Motroni has definitely proven to be a reliable, knowledgeable, and aggressive attorney in my Family Law case. Since day one, when I initially called her on the phone in 2011, she gave me a great impression. She was not only very professional on the phone and respectful (unlike some attorneys I ...have contacted in the past), she was thorough and to the point. I have hired Ms. Motroni three times already because she has years of experience in Family Law, and she actually listens to your case, she pays attention and does care about the client's outcome. Best of all, she gets you results in court. Additionally, I admire the manner in which she handles trials, as she is well prepared, and she proves to be an expert in Family Law. She is strict yet professional in the way she handles the case with opposing counsel, she maintains her professionalism in court, and abides by all the rules and deadlines. I would say she has great organizational skills and prepares the client for trial. She communicates with the client and let's you know exactly what she needs or what is needed for court. She replies to your concerns promptly. She is very personable as well. Would I recommend Ms. Motroni for anyone needing an expert's service in Family Law? Absolutely.

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Family lawyer | Sep 12

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Kristen Holstrom

Family lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Motroni is an asset to our legal community."

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Rhonda Ellifritz

Family lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2010

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Top Lawyer, OC Metro Magazine

2008

Outstanding Service, Orange County Bar Association

2007

Best Lawyer, California Bar Journal

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Principal, Law Offices of Denise Motroni

2014 - 2018

Attorney, Law Office of Richard K. Isles

2013 - 2014

Principal, Law Offices of Denise Motroni

2012 - 2013

Attorney, Holstrom, Sissung, Marks & Anderson

2011 - 2012

Associate, Wallin & Klarich A Law Corporation

Education

1993

Santa Clara Univ SOL

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Mills College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2011

James Publishing publication family law

Languages

English

Spanish

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