Daniel Eldon Bern

Daniel Eldon Bern

5.0
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 27 years

Child custody Lawyer at Visalia, CA
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Family

810 W Main St Ste A, Visalia, CA

About Daniel

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Child Custody 34%

Experienced and knowledgeable in all custody, visitation, and support issues.

27 years

34%
Divorce and Separation 33%

Divorce, Child Custody, Visitation, Restraining Orders, Child/Spousal Support Issues, Emergency Orders

27 years

33%
Family 33%

All aspects of divorce, custody, support, property division, guardianships, restraining orders, and adoptions.

27 years

33%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 150-300 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 27 years

State: California

Acquired: 1998

Active

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Location

Law Ofc Daniel E Bern

810 W Main St Ste A, Visalia, CA, 93291

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Daniel Eldon Bern's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

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Posted by MC | September 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Professional, Conscientious, Advocate, Simple

I came to Mr. Bern's office on the recommendation of another lawyer in town. My case had been delayed, fought, delayed more, unheard in a court, transferred venues, and "settled" for years due to deep pockets on my ex's side and bad legal advice at the start of my divorce. I had a whopping 24 pa...ge custody and visitation order that was complex and riddled with ambiguity to the point that no one (courts, judges, lawyers, schools nor my ex or I) could figure it out or agree on definitions and how to follow. In my initial consult, Dan distilled years confusion and frustration into a simple, logical, path based on a small passage he made me read in one of his Family Law book about custody, visitation, and the best interests of my children. Within three months, Dan had me in court and off to mediation. Within another two months, he had me at a contested hearing ready to be heard. Dan put the facts together and presented my case and made it easy for the judge to see through the deep pockets of my ex and her high priced counsel. I got everything I needed so my children once again had a parent who was the voice of reason and balance in a 6 page order that is simple and clear. While Dan was great, it would be a disservice to not mention Mary, Dan's Paralegal. Mary is simply amazing. Her communications were simple, direct, and to the point. She knew my case, the players, and history immediately while handling my case with precision and care. She called me when she knew I was having rough moments, she shared a few laughs along the way, and was there to help me through it all. If you're in a custody situation, are really in it for the best interests of your kids, and are willing to take the advice given to you then you'd be doing yourself a disservice by not calling Dan and Mary.

Posted by anonymous | May 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

No-nonsense Attorney

Mr. Bern certainly helped me navigate the legal landscape in an effective manner. His straight-forward, no-nonsense approach to representation was welcomed, as it was clear to me he was focused on the issues that truly mattered rather than wasting time on trivial issues that only lengthen the time f...or resolution and drive up costs. I found him responsive to my requests in a timely manner, and appreciated the professionalism he displayed during each encounter throughout the course of my case. If you're looking for an attorney to advocate on your behalf in a focused and efficient manner, you should definitely consider Mr. Bern.

Posted by Shawna | May 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Child Custody Attorney

I have been a client for over 2 years now and I don't plan on using anybody else ever. I could not have picked a better attorney to help me fight for custody of my children. Going to court is stressful in itself, especially during the course of a complicated child custody battle. Mr. Bern is prof...essional, direct, honest and reliable. He will not sugar coat anything for you. He is very knowledgeable and knows the law very well. He has the highest integrity, which is saying something for an attorney. He anticipated what the other lawyer was going to say and knew when to volunteer info and when not to. Every penny spent has been more than worth it because he has provided a way for me to have the best for my child. I highly recommend him to my friends and family. You will not be disappointed.

Posted by anonymous | March 24, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Very Pleased

Mr. Bern guided and advised me through my case professionally. I recommend this attorney if you are going through a divorce. Mr. Bern is honest and direct; he does not mince words. He saved me thousands with his advice.

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Daniel Eldon Bern's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Ryan

Family lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dan is an excellent attorney. He really knows his stuff and he's good in a courtroom. I recommend him highly."

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Andrew Earl

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Dan is hard working and an aggressive advocate for his clients. He will fight for you with everything he has. I highly recommend Daniel Bern."

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David Minyard

Family lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Bern is a very no nonsense attorney who I have worked against for over twenty years. Mr. Bern is very ethical and is highly respected in the legal community. He understands his client's and is able to quickly move towards settlement of his client's legal matters in a timely and efficient manner."

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Robert Bartlett

Family lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Simply put, Mr. Bern is one of the finest attorneys in Tulare County. Whether negotiating or litigating a case, his skills and experience are derived from an old school approach to the practice of law, which rests in a thorough understanding of the law and procedure. This, along with his calm yet tenacious demeanor has established him as an excellent attorney respected equally by both clients and his peers in the legal community."

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Jason Taylor

Family lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"When experienced family law attorneys have a complex legal question, they often seek advice from Attorney Daniel Bern. This is due to Dan’s high level of experience and advanced knowledge of the law. Dan’s professionalism and no-nonsense approach to the practice of law makes him a top choice among family law attorneys in the area."

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Victor Perez

Family lawyer

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Andrew Earl

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Minyard

Family lawyer

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Jason Taylor

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Bartlett

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Erin Campbell

Child custody lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Honors

2020

Top Contributor, Avvo

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Attorney at Law, Law Office of Daniel E. Bern

Associations

2018 - Present

California Lawyers Association

Member; Family Law Section

Education

1994

Central California College, School of Law

JD

Languages

English

Spanish

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