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About Leslee
Biography
Tune in to "How to Get A Divorce" on . There are 5 half-hour programs featuring the alternatives to traditional divorce----mediation, and collaborative divorce. Collaborative divorce is the newest of the out-of-court alternatives.
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Licensed in California for 44 years
State: California
Acquired: 1981
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Divorce Peacemaker, A Law Corporation dba Leslee J. Newman, Attorney
5130 E. La Palma Avenue, Suite 210, ANAHEIM, CA, 92807
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Leslee Joy Newman's Reviews
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Posted by Marge | March 6, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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Collaboration/ Mediator/ Divorce
Leslee was clear and fair to both spouses. She provided timely answers and answered calls within hours of information requested. The divorce moved quickly and orderly. We always felt a sense of fairness and accuracy.
Posted by Alia | May 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney
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Amazing Attorney
My case is a difficult and complicate one , but I can honestly say that working with Leslee J Newman has been a wonderful experience through a very difficult time of my life. I’ve been working with Leslee and her assistant for 1 1/2 year now. Never one have I felt as though I was just another clie...
Posted by anonymous | October 12, 2015 | Hired Attorney
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Excellent Attorney
Leslee Newman is a fantastic attorney. I used her services to complete my divorce. She really cared about getting the divorce done efficiently and as gracefully as possible. It was evident that she had my best interests in mind throughout. I have never written a review before but she is worth praisin...
Posted by Kimberly | October 4, 2015 | Hired Attorney
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Mediator/Attorney Orange County
Great attorney, excellent representation at a reasonable rate. She makes time for her clients and really cares about the outcome of their case. My case was years of back owed support which is now completed.
Posted by nana | April 27, 2013
great lawyer
i was granted my kids custody and with help of mrs. newman my case transferred from fresno area to orange county. she tries her best to win the case and plays fair game she is a POR......................
Leslee Joy Newman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Leslie is an experienced outstanding Lawyer who vigorously represents her clients . She is very reasonable , and is able to obtain her clients favorable settlements which save them significant increased litigation expenses ."
"I have known Leslee for almost twenty years and she has, and continues to be one of my most reliable resources for questions regarding Family Law Practice and Procedure. Leslee truly cares about her clients and advocates tirelessly on their behalf. Additionally, Leslee has been inspirational and insightful as a personal mentor during my entire tenure as a member of the California State Bar and I am grateful to have made her acquaintance."
"I endorse Leslee. She is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Leslee is a terrific asset to the community. She understands the human element of divorce and puts clients' needs ahead of expensive adversarial litigation. She knows how to get a deal done."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Newman is an excellent Family Law attorney that is dedicated to her profession. If you have a family law matter I highly recommend you seek the counsel of Ms. Newman."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is one of the stars of collaborative law,"
"Leslee is an experienced family law attorney that I have had the pleasure of working with, both as opposing counsel and as a fellow committee member on the Orange County Bar Association Family Law Section. I know her to be professional, hardworking and well-organized. She is a strong proponent of mediated divorce, a dedicated advocate on behalf of her clients and a well-respected member of the bar."
Experience
Honors
2009
Eureka Award, Collaborative Practice California
2006
Super Lawyers of Southern California, Los Angeles Magazine
Work Experience
1981 - Present
Owner, Leslee J. Newman, Attorney
Associations
2010 - Present
Collaborative Divorce Solutions of OCMembership Chairman
2006 - Present
Collaborative Practice CaliforniaExecutive Board Member/Public Education
2005 - Present
Collaborative Divorce SolutionsExecutive Board/Advertising
2015 - 2016
ADR Section, Orange County Bar AssociationSecretary/Treasurer
2014 - 2015
Collaborative Divorce Solutions of OCAdvertising Chairman
2005 - 2008
Orange County Bar Assocation, Family Law SectionExecutive Committee
2003 - 2005
Collaborative Divorce SolutionsPresident
Education
1978
Valley University, School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1969
University of California - Los Angeles
Master of Arts
1968
University of California - Los Angeles
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Meeting and Presentation
Collaborative Law Process in Divorce and Wills and Estates
2012
Collaborative Practice California "Celebration"
Marketing the Divorce Options Workshop
2012
Class at Cerritos College
The Divorce Options Workshop
2011
Monthly Meeting
Attracting Collaborative Divorce Cases
2011
Guest Speaker for a class
Divorce Alternatives
2011
Family Law Panel
Different Facets of Family Law Practice
2010
Women Lawyer's conference
The Elkins Commission
2010
Monthly dinner meeting
Marketing Collaborative Divorce
2010
Evening Meeting
What's It Like to Be a Family Law Attorney?
2009
Monthly dinner meeting
ADR in Family Law
2008
Monthly meeting
Success Stories from Clients
2008
Monthly dinner meeting
The Collaborative Revolution - A Multi-Disciplinary Team Approach
2007
11th Annual Statewide Ethics Symposium
Ethics of Mediated Divorce
2001
Annual Cruise Conference
Domestic Violence
2000
Monthly Meeting
Rebutting Evidence Code 730 Evaluations
Publications
1994
25 CA4th 1218, 30 CR2d 893
Marriage of Moschetta
Languages
Spanish
Activity
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Q&A
Can a family law attorney just quit?
29 Nov 2015
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How do I overcome the challenge acting as a pro per and ca;ling myself to testify in a family law case?
04 May 2015
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Can a lawyer who was subbed out, in a family law case, get back involved without notifying the other party?
29 Apr 2015