Irene S. Gold

Irene S. Gold

4.4
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 19 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Daly City, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Marriage & Prenuptials, Estate Planning ... +8 more

333 Gellert Blvd., Suite 132, Daly City, CA

About Irene

Biography

Practice Areas

11

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 25%

Divorce can be overwhelming — but you don’t have to face it alone. Whether contested or uncontested, I help clients in CA and PA resolve divorce through negotiation, mediation, or litigation. I focus on practical solutions that protect your future.

20 years

25%
Marriage and Prenuptials 20%

Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements should give peace of mind, not stress. I draft and review agreements that protect your interests and prevent future disputes, while explaining each step clearly.

20 years

20%
Estate Planning 10%

Your estate plan should be as unique as you are. I design wills, trusts, and powers of attorney to protect your assets, honor your wishes, and make life easier for your loved ones.

20 years

10%
Uncontested Divorce 10%

When both spouses agree, divorce doesn’t have to be painful. I guide clients through uncontested divorces efficiently and respectfully, reducing cost, stress, and delays while protecting your interests.

20 years

10%
Adoption 5%

Adoption is a joyful but complex process. I help families navigate the legal requirements with compassion and care, ensuring everything is completed properly so you can focus on growing your family.

20 years

5%
Child Custody 5%

Custody cases can be stressful and emotional. I work to protect your parental rights while focusing on what matters most — your children’s stability, well-being, and best interests.

20 years

5%
Domestic Violence 5%

I represent clients seeking or defending against restraining orders. In these sensitive cases, I combine strong advocacy with compassion to protect safety, rights, and peace of mind.

20 years

5%
Guardianship 5%

When a loved one can’t care for themselves, guardianship offers protection. I assist with guardianship proceedings to secure safety, dignity, and the right decision-makers for children or incapacitated adults.

20 years

5%
Power of Attorney 5%

Durable powers of attorney allow trusted people to act on your behalf for finances or healthcare. I draft clear, reliable documents that ensure your wishes are carried out if you cannot act yourself.

20 years

5%
Trusts 5%

I design revocable and irrevocable trusts to protect your assets, avoid probate, and provide for your family’s long-term security. Every trust is tailored to your personal and financial goals.

20 years

5%
Wills and Living Wills 5%

I prepare wills and living wills that ensure your wishes are honored and your loved ones are cared for. Clear, customized planning today brings peace of mind for tomorrow.

11 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 495-495 per hour

Pro bono

5 %

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 8 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2017

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 19 years

State: California

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Irene S. Gold

333 Gellert Blvd., Suite 132, Daly City, CA, 94015

Irene Gold

1051 County Line, Suite 99, Huntingdon Valley, PA, 19006

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Irene S. Gold's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by Enya | November 08, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Terrible Firm - Do Not Use

I recently went through a difficult divorce, and I hired Irene Gold Law to help me navigate this challenging process. I had high hopes that they would provide me with the necessary support and legal expertise to make this transition as smooth as possible. Unfortunately, my experience with this law fi...rm was nothing short of a nightmare. From the very beginning, Irene and Jessica Hawley (associate) were incredibly slow to respond to my calls and emails. It felt like I was constantly chasing after them just to get a simple update on the status of my case. Whenever I tried to reach out to Jessica or Irene, I'd get a promise that they'd call me back, but it rarely happened. I'd have to follow up with them 3-4 times before they would even answer, resulting in unnecessary delays that extended the divorce process by weeks. Furthermore, Irene seemed to be on vacation more often than not. Her frequent absences further hindered progress on my case, making an already difficult situation even more frustrating. This lack of responsiveness left me feeling frustrated, anxious, and completely unsupported during an already emotionally taxing period in my life. Instead of guiding me through the legal aspects of my divorce and addressing my concerns, Irene and Jessica seemed disinterested and unwilling to invest the necessary time and effort into my case. Their lack of empathy and understanding only added to my stress and anxiety, making the entire process even more overwhelming. I had hoped that hiring a legal professional would alleviate some of the burdens that come with divorce, but Irene and team did the exact opposite. Instead of making things easier, they made my life even more difficult. We had to resubmit my case 3x because the firm kept making mistakes in the submission. I couldn't trust their work, and I constantly questioned whether they knew what they were doing. I strongly advise anyone going through a divorce or any legal activities to avoid Irene Gold Law at all costs. Their slow, non-responsive, and unhelpful approach only made an already painful experience that much worse on top of the mistakes they made. I hope that others can learn from my unfortunate experience and find a more reliable and compassionate law firm to guide them through and of your proceedings.

Posted by Alan | August 03, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Helped with our mediation and helped finalize our divorce

We hired Ms. Gold for divorce mediation. It was a long process, it was a lot of work, but Ms. Gold and her team helped us get through the mediation and addressed our needs. We are grateful we got to work with Ms. Gold and her team. They were great in helping us finalize our divorce.

Posted by anonymous | July 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Nice Divorce Lawyer

I am so grateful to have Irene Gold as my lawyer in a divorce matter. She is very professional, and easy to talk to. Irene always responds to my calls. Irene’s fees are very reasonable. Ms. Gold always strives to have parties reach an agreement, but she is a strong advocate for her client when sh...e needs to be. I had a situation where my husband and I could not reach an agreement in regard to our spousal support. We had a 4-way meeting with my husband and his lawyer. It went really well. The amount of support is fair and works for me. I have recommended Ms. Gold to my friends, and they are happy with her services too. both to a friend and to a coworker who are also in need of a lawyer. I am going to continue to refer business to her.

Posted by Cody | March 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Misinformed and poor representation

I had the worst experience working with Irene through my divorce. I felt like I spent an inordinate amount of money just for her to sign and file paperwork. I never felt truly represented by her when it came to financial and custody matters. In the end, she did not fight for equal or even fair custod...y and seemed unconcerned about what I wanted to achieve. In addition, she said my child support payments would be deductible, which I just found out are not. I would expect a family lawyer to know this information prior to sharing it with their client.

Irene Gold

Replied last March 13, 2019

This client was represented diligently and appropriately as is the case with all of our clients. It is unfortunate that due to ethics rules, our office is unable to offer any additional details about this case. We are wishing this client the best.

Posted by anonymous | November 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Family Law Attorney

Irina helped me in a difficult divorce that involved custody and other issues that I prefer not to discuss online. She is very knowledgeable and sharp. I felt confident when she represented me in court. Thank you very much for your help!

Irene Gold

Replied last November 17, 2015

I am glad to have been able to assist you!

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Irene S. Gold's Lawyer Endorsements

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Marina Divinsky

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Irina is an excellent attorney who is detail oriented and always puts the clients needs first. I endorse this lawyer."

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Anthony Luna

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Friend

"Irina is a dear friend and a lawyer who cares. I endorse this lawyer."

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Howard Roitman

Family lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Philip Sarmiento

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Sep 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Irina has proven to be well-knowledged in her area of specialty."

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2010

Hero Award, Aids Legal Referral Panel

2005

Outstanding Oral Advocacy Award, Temple Law School

2004

Outstanding Oral Advocacy Award, Temple Law School

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Founder, Law Offices of Irene S. Gold

2005 - Present

Contract Attorney, ProjectDesk, Inc.

2004 - 2005

Clinical Internship, Philadelphia District Attorneys

Associations

2017 - Present

Montgomery Bar Association, Family Law Section

2014 - Present

WealthCounsel

Member

2012 - Present

Aids Legal Referral Panel

Mentorship Program Coordinator

2012 - Present

Rotary Club

Associate Member

2007 - Present

San Mateo County Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Bar Association of San Francisco

Member

2002 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Estate Planning

A completely new estate plan.

Bankruptcy Chapter 7

Student Loan Discharge.

Restraining Order

Won on medical bills.

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Education

2005

Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Temple University

undergraduate

1999

Odessa State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

national business institute

Divorce Basics

2013

national business institute

Estate Planning: Trusts v. Wills

2010

LT Russian School

Bankruptcy - Is It For Me?

Publications

2010

Irina Puhachevsky Bankruptcy Overview

Languages

Russian

Ukrainian

English

French

Hebrew

Activity

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