Sarah Ann Cavassa

Sarah Ann Cavassa

4.8
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 17 years

Family Lawyer at Monterey, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +2 more

50 Ragsdale Drive, Suite 201, Monterey, CA

About Sarah

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 30%

Divorce, legal separation, child custody, support, adoption and related matters.

30%
Litigation 10%

Civil litigation, including property, contract, and business disputes.

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 550-550 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 17 years

State: California

Acquired: 2008

Active

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Location

Cavassa O'Connell, Attorneys at Law

50 Ragsdale Drive, Suite 201, Monterey, CA, 93940

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Sarah Ann Cavassa's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Thomas | January 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

An Exceptional Attorney

The initial consultation was a relaxed environment, she listened to all the details I felt necessary to describe my situation. Sarah was concise and very detailed in her collection of information. Throughout the entire process, Sarah was efficient and thorough. Her communication and follow-thru n...ever varied, she was consistent and always did what she said she would do. Sarah provided the exact legal advice that was needed for my particular situation. Most importantly, she showed eloquence and sensitivity in difficult interactions with my ex-spouse. Sarah Cavassa is a class act and a power house in the legal arena. If you are looking for an attorney that will have your back in all situations, you have made the right choice with Sarah.

Posted by anonymous | November 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Sarah Cavassa is an outstanding lawyer

I worked with Sarah over the course of 2 1/2 years. Sarah believed in my case, worked hard to apply her knowledge of accounting and the law, and emerged victorious! I received a fair settlement in the range of my best case scenario. Sarah is extremely intelligent and knowledgeable, has excellent ...communication skills, is firm and fair, has strong emotional intelligence and understanding of human behavior, and is kind and caring. I actually don't think they come any better than Sarah. I will be forever grateful for her assistance and support.

Posted by Kelly | January 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Smart, tough, savvy, and direct

I hired Sarah Cavassa for my divorce. It was not a situation I ever thought I would find myself in, but once it happened I knew I needed the best. I met with two other attorneys before hiring Sarah. I was referred to her by a good friend who had also used her, and what I heard about her proved to b...e so true. After watching other attorneys in our first court hearing I knew that she was smarter, more talented, and more articulate than anyone in that room. And, she had told me the truth about what to expect. I highly recommend her to any of my friends who find themselves in need of an attorney. I was very happy with her representation.

Posted by Diane | February 06, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Awesome attorney!

I first met Sarah when she worked as the legal assistant for my divorce attorney, then I hired her as my attorney for my spousal support settlement 2 years later. Sarah impressed me immediately with her passion for her work, and her compassion for those she represents. I would hire her again, without... hesitation, for her knowledge and ability to the job done for me in the most efficient way possible. She is sharp, confident, energetic, and enthusiastic. I always appreciated how Sarah gave me both sides of the story to aid in my decision-making, and never sugar-coated the outcome. I consider her a friend, and trust her to do the finest job possible for anyone she represents.

Posted by anonymous | February 06, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Exceptional, thorough and responsive. She rocked!

I highly recommend attorney Sarah Cavassa. Ms. Cavassa handled my contentious divorce and provided excellent counsel throughout the negotiations. Ms. Cavassa was professional, knowledgeable, and responsive to all of the issues raised during my divorce proceedings. She took the time to understa...nd what mattered most for my children and me. Based on this, she provided me with practical advice and options. She always responded to my inquires within 24 hours, minimizing the stress of dealing with weighty issues such as complicated child care issues, division of spousal assets, and the allocation of future financial obligations. Her support and communication provided me with substantial peace of mind throughout this stressful ordeal. As a strong, experienced advocate with my interest at heart, Ms. Cavassa was able to engineer a fair and reasonable resolution, avoiding the need for costly, painful litigation. I am very satisfied with the results and outcome. I am very grateful.

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Daniel Williams

Family lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Sarah several times on different matters. It is always best when legal counsel can work together and frame settlements that save the clients money and result in a better outcome. Sarah is excellent in this regard. However, when settlement can't be reached, she is also an excellent litigator."

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2022

Best Divorce Lawyer on the Monterey Peninsula, The Carmel Pine Cone

2021

Best Divorce Lawyer on the Monterey Peninsula, The Carmel Pine Cone

2020

Best Divorce Lawyer on the Monterey Peninsula, The Carmel Pine Cone

2019

Outstanding Faculty Award, Monterey College of Law

2019

Best Divorce Lawyer on the Monterey Peninsula, The Carmel Pine Cone

2008

Outstanding Scholatic Achievement Award, West Group

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Partner, Cavassa O'Connell

2010 - Present

Adjunct Professor, Monterey College of Law

2008 - 2015

Attorney, Granberg Law Office

Associations

2018 - Present

Monterey College of Law

Board Member

2013 - Present

Monterey County Bar Association Family Law Section

Executive Committee Member

2013 - 2013

Monterey County Women Lawyers Association

President

2013 - 2016

Monterey County Bar Association

Board Member

2011 - 2017

Monterey County Women Lawyers Association

Board Member

Education

2007

Monterey College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

Univ of Washington

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

California Lawyers Association Annual Meeting

Extraordinarily High Income Earners and Child Support

Publications

2010

Journal of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers Private Ordering and Alternative Dispute Resolution

Languages

English

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