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2.9 /5.0
32 Client Reviews
$ 450-500 per hour
About Justine
Biography
Ms. Dell is a Certified Family Law Specialist. She earned her Juris Doctorate degree from Western State College of Law in 2007. Prior to being admitted to the California Bar, Ms. Dell worked as a paralegal and then a law clerk. She has decades of experience in the legal industry, most of which is family law. Ms. Dell is admitted to practice law before all California state courts. Her practice is limited to divorce and family law matters.
She was an adjunct professor for the paralegal certificate program at South Coast College, where she has taught classes on Family Law, Real Property, Torts and Legal Transcription.
Ms. Dell has volunteered her time as a Court Appointed Special Advocate in Orange County working with children in the county dependency system. She is also a member of the Orange County Bar Association and was a past president of the Warren J. Ferguson American Inn of Court.
Aggressive family law representation with your priorities at the forefront.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Family
35%
Divorce and Separation
30%
Child Custody
15%
Child Support
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Licenses
Licensed in California for 17 years
State: California
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
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Posted by Anthony | November 18, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Couldn't ask for a better family law attorney!
Justine is very good, always pushed hard to get my case resolved. Always keep me in her best interest and worked hard on my behalf. She is very professional both in appearance and in her work. I would recommend her highly!
Posted by Teresa | October 30, 2012 | Family
Excellent Lawyer
Justine is intelligent and confident; she definitely knows what she is doing when it comes to family law. Justine is down to earth, great personality and easy to talk to. I will recommend her to anyone who is in need of a family law attorney.
Posted by Laurie | September 27, 2012 | Divorce & Separation
Fantastic Attorney.....
Justine was the second attorney I hired for my case. I fired the first one because he was unethical. Justine was and continues to be a very competent, ethical, honest and great attorney. She has dealt with an ex husband who is abusive and extremely difficult to work with and received wonderful res...
Posted by Elizabeth | August 14, 2012 | Child Support
Excellent Family Lawyer
I was very pleased with Brown & Dahan. Justine Dell and her associates are very knowledgeable, helpful and extremely efficient in advising you about the laws pertaining to Child Support and Family Custody. Justine is a thorough, compassionate attorney with a sound legal mind. She is realistic about ...
Posted by anonymous | February 01, 2026
Paid consult is intake focused, not strategic
I did the intake and scheduled (and paid for) a consultation with this attorney hoping to receive strategic guidance about my situation and next steps. I came prepared with detailed information and was looking for professional judgment on timing, risks, and options. Instead, the consultation felt lar...
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"Ms. Dell is a rising star in the family law community. She is highly competent and has a keen mind for the law. She works tirelessly to effectively and creatively further her client's interests."
"I endorse this lawyer. Justine is an outstanding attorney and I highly recommend her for your family law matters."
"Justine is an amazing family law attorney. She cares about her clients and doing well for them. Justine takes a practical approach with clients and explains the pros and cons of each transaction. In an area like family law, sometimes emotions guide people's decisions. Justine makes sure her clients are making decisions that are practical and beneficial."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Associations
2009 - Present
Warren J. Ferguson American Inn of CourtPast President
2009 - Present
National Court Appointed Special Advocate Association
2008 - Present
Orange County Bar Association, Family Law Section
2007 - Present
Orange County Bar Association
Education
N/A
Western State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Calif St Univ Dominguez Hills
undergraduate
Languages
English