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I am a Certified Family Law Specialist, a distinction assigned by the State Bar of California, and am a named partner of the firm Flicker, Kerin, Kruger & Bissada LLP. My practice includes litigation of custody and complex financial matters. My practice also includes mediation, both as a consulting attorney and as the mediator. I am also trained in and practice collaborative law.
I am proud to announce that in October 2013, I became a fellow in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML). I am also rated by Martindale-Hubbell with an AV Preeminent rating for my work on behalf of clients in the field of Family Law.
I regularly serve as a Judge Pro Tem for the Santa Clara County Superior Court and as an Arbitrator in fee disputes in San Mateo County.
I am a member of the State Bar of California and belong to the San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Palo Alto Bar Associations, and the American Bar Association. I have served as President, Treasurer and Board Member of the San Mateo County Bar Association, a current Delegate since 2000 and past Chair of the Conference of Delegates representing San Mateo County, and a member of Collaborative Practice San Mateo County since 2001, where I also serve on their Membership Committee. I also volunteed with the YMCA and served on the Board of Managers for the Peninsula Family YMCA from 1999 through 2007. I was a member of the Chamber of Commerce Leadership Program – Class of 2002.
I am a graduate of University of California at Davis (B.A. Degrees in International Relations and in French, 1989); and have my Juris Doctorate degree from California Western School of Law in San Diego, California, 1994. At California Western School of Law, I earned a highest possible score in Trial Advocacy.
My interests include spending time with my family, traveling, and international cultures.
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State: California
Acquired: 1994
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545 Middlefield Road, Suite 175, Menlo Park, CA, 94025
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Posted by anonymous | December 3, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Michele and her colleague Sara advised me on my premarital agreement and they did an excellent job, in terms of responsiveness, attention to detail, and most of all, sound advice. While I sincerely hope to never look at this agreement ever again, I truly valued their partnership and expertise, and I...
Posted by anonymous | April 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney
When it was determined that my case would go to trial over long term spousal support, my divorce attorney asked if I would be agreeable to her bringing in Michele to co handle the litigation. It was an excellent decision. She is very knowledgeable and highly skilled in the process, especially in taki...
Posted by anonymous | April 20, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
Michele is extremely knowledgeable and provided excellent consultation. She was always prompt and made herself available via phone and email. The advice and recommendations I received from her were invaluable. I felt supported throughout the entire process. I trust her completely.
Posted by anonymous | March 25, 2009
Divorce is emotionally difficult when children are involved and financially difficult when holdings in companies are involved. Working out a compromise to settle equitably but without rancor is a touch balance. Michele understood the nuances and sensitivities involved and worked through the alterna...
Posted by anonymous | March 23, 2009
Michelle Bissada is a highly knowledgeable, skilled attorney that is trustworthy and highly dependable. Michelle represented me in a dissolution that spanned two years due to changing circumstances. Michelle remained focused on ensuring that my best interests were represented each time the situation ...
"I have worked with Michele on Collaborative Practice cases. She supports her clients and helps them work to resolve problems. This is simply the best possible way to help people."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Since we both do family Law I see Ms. Bissada in action in Court. She is smart, well prepared and respected by her peers and the bench. She is able to handle the toughest cases in a very professional manner. Yet she is sensitive to her clients, and is careful not to run up unnecessary fees. If you want an attorney who will fight for you passionately, she is all that you could ask for. She is highly ethical and also very practical. You can trust her advice. I also have worked with Michele on the Board of Directors of the San Mateo County Bar Association for several years. She is a person who works hard, is conscientious, and gives back to her community. She is also very active in the San Mateo County Collaborative Law Group, training other attorneys to use this innovative method of resolving divorces in a more positive, creative manner. Nancy de Ita, Esq."
"I've served with Michele on the Board of Directors of the San Mateo County Bar Association and several of its committees. I endorse this lawyer's work, and have enthusiastically, whenever I've had occasion to, referred clients to her as I know she's an exceptionally competent and compassionate attorney."
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2009
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2003 - Present
Attorney & Owner/Partner, Flicker, Kerin, Kruger & Bissada LLP
2014 - Present
San Francisco Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersFellow
2009 - Present
San Mateo County Bar AssociationFee Arbitrator
2007 - Present
San Mateo County Bar Association, Women Lawyers SectionMember
2007 - Present
Collaborative Practice San Mateo CountyMembership Committee
2004 - Present
Santa Clara County Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
Collaborative Practice San Mateo CountyMember
2000 - Present
Conference of California Bar AssociationsDelegate
1998 - Present
San Mateo County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
1994 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2012 - 2015
Conference of California Bar AssociationsChair
2011 - 2011
San Mateo County Bar AssociationPresident
2010 - 2013
Conference of California Bar AssociationsBoard of Directors
2009 - 2009
San Mateo County Bar AssociationTreasurer
2003 - 2014
Palo Alto Area Bar AssociationMember
2002 - 2012
San Mateo County Bar AssociationBoard Member
1994
Juris Doctorate
1989
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1989
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2014
Working in the Minefield: Advanced Issues in Intervention with High Conflict Families
2013
Separation and Divorce: What Attorneys Should Know
2013
Family Law Crossover Issues
2013
How To: Practical Tips For Incorporating Premarital Agreements Into Your Family Law Practice
2012
Family Law Crossover Ethics in Psychology
2012
Ethics in Family Law
2011
Learning from My Mistakes
2008
Dissolution Cross-Over Financial Planning and Mortgage Issues
2008
Long Term Spousal Support
2008
Child Custody Move-Away Cases
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