Established in 1996, Violet P. Woodhouse, APC is a specialty family law practice offering superior legal representation. With an unparalleled background in both law and finance, the firm has handled and unraveled the most complicated, sophisticated and challenging family law matters. The firm is also recognized for its skillful approach in representing clients in the most traditional family law matters such as support and custody issues.
Violet P. Woodhouse, one of the leading authorities on divorce is an author, educator, speaker and attorney. Her book, "Divorce and Money: How to Make the Best Financial Decisions During Divorce" through Nolo Press is now in its tenth edition. She has also been published by the State Bar of California, the Orange County Bar Association as well as numerous legal newspapers and trade journals. She has been quoted extensively by such prestigious publications as the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Working Woman, , Money Magazine, Kiplinger’s Personal Finance Magazine, USA Today, and the Los Angeles Times.
During her time away from the office, Violet enjoys spending time with her children and grandson.
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Acquired: 1993
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2 Corporate Plz #250, Newport Beach, CA, 92660
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Posted by Jan | April 07, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Honesty is the best policy...Violet Woodhouse
Violet was probably the most honest person I could have asked to work with, and in turn, she expected full honesty from me. No fluff...she explained situations fully and honestly, without creating false outcome expectations. She is very knowledgeable and worked tirelessly to find answers to benefi...
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Violet for many years and have consulted with her on family law issues as I know her to be a specialist at the top of that field. Violet is also very personable and I would not hesitate to recommend her services to any potential client."
"I endorse this lawyer. She has the highest integrity and great knowledge of financial matters. I worked against her on a highly contentious custody case and was very impressed with her professionalism."
Divorce and separation lawyer
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
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2008
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2007
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2006
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2005
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2004
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1992
Best Brief in Moot Court Competition, Western State University
1991
American Jurispurdence Award in Professional Responsibility, Western State University
1996 - Present
Owner, Violet P. Woodhouse, APC
1994 - 1996
Partner, Harrison and Woodhouse
1993 - 1994
Attorney, The Law Office of Kevin Harrison
2010 - Present
Newport Beach Chamber of CommerceMember
2010 - Present
National Association of Professional WomenMember
2005 - Present
CalCPAMember
1999 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
The Association of Certified Family Law SpecialistMember
1993 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
1993 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
1984 - Present
Financial Planning AssociationMember
Member
2002 - 2003
Orange County Financial Planning - Professional OutreachChair
2002 - 2003
Orange County Financial PlanningBoard Member
1992
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
BS - Bachelor of Science - Law
1986
Certification
2013
2007
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