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2.9 /5.0
32 Client Reviews
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.
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Practice Areas
$ 450-500 per hour
State: California
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
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Posted by Renee | July 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Phenomenal Divorce Attorney
Justine came to me as a highly recommended divorce attorney and did not disappoint. She is extremely knowledgeable, and provided prompt answers to my endless questions. At times, it seemed like this process would never end, but her constant encouragement and ability to negotiate with opposing counsel...
Posted by Martin | May 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Support
Extremely Honest and Ethical!!!!
I hired Justine to help me out with issues I was having with back owed child support, current child support and child custody issues. Justine and her staff were very professional. Justine took the time to explain things to me. She let me know my options and guided me through them. The outcome of my c...
Posted by Grittiya | August 13, 2015 | Family
Exceptional Family Law Attorney
Justine is a very exceptional family law attorney. First of all, I was referred to her by another family law attorney who said that he didn't like to go up against her. I took that as a good sign of someone that was going to stand up for me and my children. I had met with 7 other attorneys before ...
Posted by Helen | August 05, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
No hidden fees and very competent.
I hired Justine Dell in 2014 to make some changes in my marital settlement agreement. She was very professional, and efficient. I would highly recommend her.
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.
"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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Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
2016
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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
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JD - Juris Doctor
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undergraduate
English