Don Werno is a Certified Family Law Specialist and an award winning trial lawyer who has been practicing law since 1999 in and around Orange County, California. Don has a Master's Degree in Psychology along with a law degree and is a Single and Multi-Engine aircraft Commercial Pilot and Gold Seal Flight Instructor. Don is a Certificated College Professor and has spent much of his adult life educating people about the law, computer technologies, aviation and other subjects. Don is also a certified Mediator.
Don focuses his practice on providing solutions to people with Divorce, Child Custody, Support, Domestic Violence and other Family Law problems. Don is a skilled mediator and has conducted many successful family law mediations. Don also provides Criminal Defense representation to clients with problems that may negatively affect their family or family law case. Don has successfully represented hundreds of clients throughout his career and he is available to discuss how he might help you, too.
Practice areas
Award Winning Family Law Services since 1999.
23 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 1999 | 10/28/2020 |
Legal answers | 50 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Certified Specialist - Family Law | State Bar of California | 2018 |
Best Brief | Roger J. Traynor California Appellate Moot Court Competition | 1998 |
Best Oralist | Warren J. Ferguson Moot Court Competition | 1997 |
Best Oralist Team | Warren J. Ferguson Moot Court Competition | 1997 |
Best Over-All Team | Warren J. Ferguson Moot Court Competition | 1997 |
Second-Place Brief (Tied for First Place) | Warren J. Ferguson Moot Court Competition | 1997 |
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Flight Instructor of the Year | Civil Air Patrol - Group 7, Squadron 40 | 1994 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney & Counselor at Law | The Law Offices of Werno & Associates, APLC | 1999 - Present |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Orange County Trial Lawyers Association | N/A | 2007 - Present |
Orangewood Children's Home | Volunteer | 2004 - Present |
Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association | Legal Services Plan Attorney | 2000 - Present |
State Bar of California | Attorney in Good Standing | 1999 - Present |
Orange County Bar Association | Section President - Aviation Law | 1999 - 2000 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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ABC News | Good Morning America | 2011 |
Fox | Fox & Friends | 2011 |
CNN | Anderson Cooper 360 Degrees | 2010 |
The Washington Post | Pilot posted video as 'a security issue' | 2010 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Western State University College of Law | Juris Doctorate | 1998 |
United States International University | MA - Masters | 1994 |
National University | undergraduate | 1993 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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For the Profit & Non-Profit Industries | Contract Law | 2011 |
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Maxine Ho, Family Attorney on Jan 19, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I worked with and for him for a short time and he was always professional and genuine. He's a caring attorney who will go above and beyond to do what is in the client's best interest.
Douglas Pinkham, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 26, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Don is professional and down to Earth. He is easy to work with while always keeping his client's interests number one. Very respectable attorney.
Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on May 30, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Donald. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Max Alavi, Family Attorney on May 26, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Top-notch lawyer. Highly respected in the legal community.
Blair Roberts, Family Attorney on Jun 22, 2013
Relationship: Friend
I endorse this lawyer.
Kayla Martin, Family Attorney on Mar 20, 2013
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I worked as a law clerk for Don throughout law school and we still continue to do business together. I owe everything I know to Don and recommend clients to him when I feel Don would be the best person to handle the matter. Even if Don doesn't end up being your attorney on the matter he will offer you excellent advice from both a legal and personal perspective. Don has been an outstanding mentor to me and I would recommend his services to any client in need of an attorney who is highly knowledgeable in general business litigation, criminal law, personal injury, family law, and aviation matters.
Donald Bebereia, Family Attorney on Mar 20, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Don Werno was the opposing counsel in one of my cases. He approached the case in a business like and rell reasoned fashion. He was well versed in the law and procedure and was always well prepared for court appearances. In the end, we were able to help our clients resolve their seemingly unresolvable differences via settlement without the added expense and aggravation that accompanies litigation. His client was well represented.
I've known Don Werno for a very long time, dating back to our days in law school. Don is a quick witted, smart and very capable person and lawyer. In an adversarial proceeding, I would like Don on my side to advocate my position. He is passionate about his work and very personable, which are great attributes for our line of work. I'm proud to know Don and he is a great source for legal advise.
Jennifer Culhane, Family Attorney on Mar 12, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I have known Don for several years. Initially, we were introduced through a mutual colleague but quickly formed a professional relationship. This relationship was fueled by Don’s enthusiasm and dedication to the law and his clients. He is a consummate professional whose ability to think outside the box results in the ability to handle complex litigation using cutting edge insight and analysis of the legal situation. I have observed Don’s interactions with clients, employees and other professionals and have found him to be compassionate and understanding while championing for the rights of the persons he represents.
Nancy Dahan, Family Attorney on Jan 15, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Mr. Werno and I were opposing attorneys on a difficult case. I found Mr. Werno to be a person of his word, and he showed an ability to rise above the contentiousness of the case. I am proud to call him a colleague in the Orange County family law community.
Janice Vinci, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 15, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I first met Don in a law school legal writing class. Don impressed me with his intelligence and his willingness to help other students with their legal writing assignments. Don did well in school and we stayed in touch after law school. I have occasionally asked Don for advise and he has always been willing to give me his time and energy to work through the questions that I had. Don is extremely knowledgeable in the areas of Civil Litigation, Business Law, Family Law and Criminal Law. I have also referred clients to Don for assistance and those clients have reported back that Don was professional, extremely helpful and that he did a great job for them. I would not hesitate to refer clients to Don in the future and I am glad to have him as a colleague.
Shari Mattingly-Bevan, Contracts and agreements Attorney on Jan 15, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Don and I went to law school together where we were study partners. Because of the extensive hours we spent together during this endeavor, I am intimately familiar with his knowledge, education and work ethic; which are all impressive. I have always admired Don’s willingness to help others and with his writing skills that have won him many accolades. After law school, Don became a trusted colleague and has provided me with sound legal advice that has always been ethical, practical and right on point. I am privileged to have Don as a friend and honored to have him as a valued colleague. In addition, I have referred a number of clients to Don and the feedback that those clients have given me is that Don was professional, ethical and highly effective. My endorsement of Don Werno is without reservation.
Kenya Williams, Litigation Attorney on Jan 14, 2013
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
Over the course of more than two years, I worked for Don, first as a Law Clerk and later as an attorney. Don was an ideal mentor and colleague in that he has the personal integrity to be honest with clients, opposing attorneys and the Court. Don works incredibly hard to help his clients get the best possible results and is always fair with respect to the fees he charges and the things for which he bills. I am sincerely glad to have had the opportunity to have been mentored by such an ethical, hardworking attorney and it has had a positive impact on my career and the way that I practice law as well. Don is one of the few attorneys that I have met who can fluidly move from one area of the law to another as he has been practicing civil litigation, criminal and family law for many years and has truly mastered his craft.
Shane Pariseau, Family Attorney on Jan 11, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have worked closely with Don on a number of occasions, including on more than one high conflict family law litigation case. Don also practices criminal law and I have also worked with him on criminal defense matters. I have always found Don to be extremely knowledgeable about the law, a consummate professional and to have aggressively represented his clients with integrity. I offer this endorsement without reservation.
I endorse Don Werno because since beginning law school with him, and because in all types of matters that I have know him to be involved and which I have been involved with him, he exhibits incredible creativity and advocacy for his clients. So it is an honor to endorse and recommend him.