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Kendra Thomas
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Biography
Picking your advocate is the most important decisions you can make in moving your case forward. You need an advocate who can understand the issues most important to you and who can fight to help you meet your end goal. You need someone who knows how to fight, but just as importantly someone who knows strategically when not to fight. Picking and choosing your battles is key in any family law litigation. I am a Certified Family Law Specialist, sworn to practice in all courts in California and the United States Supreme Court who is compassionate, knowledgeable (of appeals, litigation and alternatives to litigation), strategic, efficient, effective, and excited about getting you results. I would love to discuss your matter with you, possible strategies for resolution (as litigation may not be appropriate in every matter) and whether we could compatibly work together. Give me a call.
Practice Areas
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Payment Methods
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Colorado for 7 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2018
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 20 years
State: California
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Thomas Law Offices
620 Newport Center Blvd., Eleventh Floor, Newport Beach, CA, 92660
Thomas Law Offices
21800 Oxnard Street, Suite 850, Woodland Hills, CA, 91367
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Kendra Thomas's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 39 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Tony | November 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Outstanding Professional
Kendra Thomas was/is awesome! Divorce is messy child custody is messier. Kendra is a pro. You don't always get what you want, but the court system is setup to make sure of that. You get what you need and Kendra is a professional advocate for the children caught in the middle. My kids were so lucky to...
Posted by Billy | November 3, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Can't recommend
Emily White and Kendra Thomas were the worst choice I made for my divorce. Here's why: -They told me they were serving my ex with divorce papers the next day and then I found out a month later that it never happened. -Sent me a bill for phone calls about child support and therapist and I have no ki...
Posted by Nadine | October 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Would Definitely Recommend
In August 2022, the judge hearing the custody/visitation case regarding my minor son (10 w/ ADHD) appointed Ms. Thomas for his representation. Ms. Thoman was great! She interviewed my ex-husband and me. She spoke to my son privately to collect the information she needed to determine how she would pre...
Posted by anonymous | June 7, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
If you need a family lawyer, look no further
I had an extremely difficult ex who was making my life miserable, and Ms. Thomas was there for me in my time of need. I found her to be firm, but fair and a highly skilled advocate.
Posted by Joseph | August 1, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best i could find
Much better than having a public defender but dependency court is hard to win. Budget to spend more than your retainer.
Kendra Thomas's Lawyer Endorsements
"Kendra is a compassionate and attentive attorney. She was honest and forthcoming in all aspects of the case with me as her opposing counsel and she was instrumental in moving the case forward."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Thomas and I were on opposite sides of a multi-issue contested divorce case. She was a tough advocate for her client, and knowledgeable of the law, while still being able to fairly discuss and work out some issues to keep litigation costs for both our clients down. A knowledgeable and ethical attorney."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Thomas is professional, courteous and a very skilled advocate. Recommended."
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"Top-notch lawyer. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Thomas is an excellent advocate for her clients."
"A terrific advocate for her clients!"
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"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Although we were adversaries, Ms. Thomas was an intelligent, level-headed and pragmatic individual who did an outstanding job representing her client. At the same time, she also was a true professional and she did not engage in the childish, petty tactics that many opposing counsels often seem to engage. I would therefore be remiss not to strongly endorse her."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Thomas assisted me on a matter by making a special appearance for me and was professional an most helpful."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Thomas is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. She is a strong and zealous advocate for her clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend her legal services."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Her willingness to contribute to the AVVO community along with the substance of those contributions displays an attorney that is ready, willing and able to zealously advocate for her clients. I wouldn't think twice about referring a potential client to Ms Thomas."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Nominee and Finalist for Business Woman of the Year, San Fernando Valley Business Journal
2014
Volunteer of the Year, Los Angeles County Bar Association - Domestic Violence Project
2014
Client's Choice, Avvo
2012
Certified Family Law Specialist, State Bar of California, Family Law Section
2005
Thurgood Marshall National and Regional Trial Advocacy Award, Black Law Students Association
2004
American Jurisprudence Award, Pepperdine
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Principal, Thomas Law Offices
2006 - 2007
Associate, Shernoff Bidart & Darras, LLP
Associations
2013 - Present
Women Attorneys Association of Los AngelesMember
2011 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationFamily Law Section Executive Committee Member
2010 - Present
Beverly Hills Bar AssociationMember, Family Law Section
2009 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember, Family Law Section
2009 - Present
San Fernando Valley Bar AssociationMember, Family Law Section
2007 - Present
Member, Family Law SectionLos Angeles County Bar Association
2005 - Present
California State BarMember
2004 - Present
Phi Alpha DeltaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
In re: Marriage of XXXX
After a five (5) day trial: the assets were equitably divded; dad had to pay spousal and child support; and mom was awarded primary custody with visitation to dad. Dad was also sanctioned for making false allegations.
In re: Marriage of Fong
This matter resulted in a favorable published opinion.
Education
2005
Pepperdine University School of Law
J.D.
Speaking Engagements
2009
How to Modify Your Loan: Secrets to Home Loan Modification
Loan Modification
2007
Morning Seminar
An HR Guide to Resolving Employee Disputes
Publications
2011
DisSolution
Effectively Picking Your Advocate
2011
DisSolution
Protecting Baby Doe
Languages
French
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Will I go to prison if my Social Security Disability is garnished for child support, but it's not enough?
28 Mar 2019
Q&A
Can you be arrested for child support if you are already paying?
31 Mar 2019
Q&A
Can I get a certain type of restraining order to protect my 4 year old son from his dad's abusive girlfriend?
16 Apr 2018
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
6 Tips for Using Facebook During Your Divorce Proceeding
15 Dec 2012
Legal Guide
How to Start Your Summary Dissolution in California
25 Feb 2012
Legal Guide
How to Obtain a Restraining Order in California
18 Aug 2009