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Rolf Kruger
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High asset cases/hidden assets and income. Weekends on select matters.

Rolf Kruger is certified by the State Bar of California as a legal specialist in the area of family law and is the most senior partner of the firm. 

 Because of the firm's commitment to excellence, the firm has been awarded the highest rating available to lawyers: Martindale-Hubbell-AV-Pre-eminent Status. Further, Mr. Kruger is consistently ranked as a SuperLawyer™ for Northern California which is a distinction reserved for the top 5% of attorneys in California. 2018 marked the 10th year as a named Superlawyer(tm).  In 2014, he was ranked by Reuters in the TOP 100 of all attorneys in California over all practice areas.  He was appointed by the Board of Governors for the California State Bar as a Commissioner for the Family Law Advisory Commission (FLAC) in 2010. In 2012, he became vice chair of FLAC and in 2013, he became the chair. He became chair of the board in 2014 for two years.

An attorney and professional mediator in complex financial and custody matters, Mr. Kruger has specialized in high-asset cases, representing venture capitalists, business owners, CEOs and other executives of domestic and international companies, along with their respective spouses. Mr. Kruger obtained a degree in Finance from Santa Clara, worked for Dean Witter which later became Morgan Stanley, passed the in house options exam, has succesfully day traded and swing traded stocks, options for over 15 years. He remains abreast on the latest strategies and investments, including venture funds, private placements, off-shore estate planning and crypto currencies (eg bitcoin, ethereum, litecoin, and other alt coins) which helps aid in the discovery, analysis  and division of assets.  

A member of the State Bar of California, Mr. Kruger also belongs to the Santa Clara County, San Mateo County, and Palo Alto Bar Associations and serves regularly as a judge pro tem for the Santa Clara County Superior Court. He also serves on the Santa Clara County Family Law Section Legislative Committee.

Mr. Kruger graduated from Willamette University College of Law in Salem, Oregon in 1994,  earning High Honors in Evidence and Payment Systems.  While attending law school, he also earned a Certificate in Dispute Resolution from the university's Center for Dispute Resolution at the College of Law, rated among the top five programs of its kind in the country by U.S. News and World Report.

Mr. Kruger received his Bachelor of Science in finance in commerce from Santa Clara University's Leavey School of Business. While attending SCU, he was recognized by the international honor society Beta Gamma Sigma.

He was president of Phi Alpha Delta Legal Fraternity during law school and chaired the Theta Chi Fraternity Alumni Committee at Santa Clara University. His interests include aiki-jujutsu, kenpo, kyusho-jutsu and traveling. 

(NOTICE; Any testimonials or endorsements on this page do not constitute a guarantee, warranty, or prediction regarding the outcome of your legal matter)

 

Practice areas

Divorce and separationFamily
  1. Family: 50%

  2. Divorce and separation: 50%

Languages spoken

German

Contact

120 Santa Margarita Ave
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Flicker, Kerin, Kruger & Bissada LLP

120 Santa Margarita Ave
Suite B
Menlo Park, CA, 94025

Website
http://www.fkkblaw.com/Attorneys/Rolf-D-Kruger.aspx

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Flicker, Kerin, Kruger & Bissada LLP

3130 Crow Canyon Place, Suite 405
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San Ramon, CA, 94583

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
CAActive199510/28/2020
ORResigned199411/09/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers0
Legal guides1
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Super LawyerSuperLawyers2015
Top 100 AttorneyReuters SuperLawyers2014
Top 5%SuperLawyers2014
Super Lawyer 2013 Top 5%SuperLawyers2013
Chair Family Law Advisor CommissionState Bar of California2013
Super Lawyer 2011 - top 5% of peer groupSuperLawyers2012
AV Peer Review RatingMartindale-Hubbell2012
Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2012
Super Lawyers 2010 - peer review top 5%SuperLawyers2010
Certified Family Law SpecialistState Bar of California2010
Super Lawyer - top 5% by peer reviewSuperLawyers2009
Santa Clara Superior Court appreciation awardSanta Clara County Pro tem Judge2006
High paper Payment SystemsWillamette College of Law1994
High Paper - EvidenceWillamette College of Law1992
Geta Gamma Sigma HonorsBeta Gamma Sigma1991
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PartnerFlicker, Kerin, Kruger & Bissada LLP2001 - Present
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
State Bar of CaliforniaAppointed to Family Law Advisory Commission2009 - Present
Association of Family and Conciliation CourtsMember2009 - Present
Palo Alto Area Bar AssociationCommitte Chair2007 - Present
Palo Alto Bar AssociationCommittee Chair2006 - Present
Collaborative Practice Silicon ValleyCommittee member2004 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember2004 - Present
San Mateo Bar AssociationMember2001 - Present
Santa Clara Bar AssociationMember1999 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember1995 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember1994 - 2016
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Certified Specialist examCertified Specialist Exam - essay writer and grader2013
Family Law Certification TestFamily Law Certification Test - writer2011
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Willamette Univeristy, College of LawCertificate in Alternative Dispute Resolution1994
Willamette University College of LawJuris Doctorate1994
Santa Clara UniversityBS - Bachelor of Science1991
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Palo Alto Bar Association - Panel on Private JudgingPrivate Judging in the law today2010
KAWL 91.7 FM "Know your Legal Rights"Legal Rights in Divorce2009
Palo Alto Bar Association functionsFamily Law discussionsN/A

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The Problem - Solver!!

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Not the average attorney...works beyond his 9-5 hours and does what is takes to get the job done.

Great to work with

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Hello, I have worked with Mr Kruger in the past and I find him one of the best attorneys I have ever met, Each and every time I had to use his service I received better then expected resutls, Mr. Kruger is takes the time to understand the issues at hand, and I find that he will take the necessary actions in order to get the results one would want. I highly reccomend this attorney, he is the best in his field.

Professional, knowledgeable, responsive, incredibly diligent.

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What a win for me to have been referred to Rolf and his accomplished and highly professional team. Rolf is sharp as a tack, knowledgeable, straight shooting and hard working. Mine was an extremely complex (multi-jurisdictional , international) and combative divorce. Rolf knew and could articulate the legal issues relevant to me, but also knew when to seek external advice for the international components. To me, that’s a sign of being a consummate professional. I could count on a Rolf to be a steadfast advocate in my best interest, to be honest and direct with me, to understand and respect my point of view all while providing an empathetic ear. I’d like to add a complement to Carlo a Miranda, Rolf’s assistant lawyer on my case who was always immediately responsive and as professional and empathetic as a Rolf. Janet rounded out the team, managing the reams of documents and emails that flowed across her desk. Highly highly recommend this team.
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Thank you Rolf!

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After finding myself in the unfortunate situation of filing for a divorce, the first step for me was to find a good lawyer. After some research I spoke to about 4 of them and Rolf was one of them. Right in my first meeting, I felt Rolf clearly understood my situation and connected with me by hitting the right points so I chose him. I was not disappointed. Rolf was very knowledgeable, patient and most importantly ALWAYS available. I was amazed at how accessible he was to me whenever I had a question or needed guidance, most of my emails were answered within a matter of minutes even on weekends. There is once instance that clearly stands out to me, its when when I lost my cool with something my ex did not co-operate on - I was about to make some hasty decisions on going the court route (we were in mediation), and Rolf promptly shot that down and made me stick to our original plan of not aggravating things unnecessarily to keep costs down. I felt it was a very honest and wise advice from him that helped me in the long run. I am now divorced, while it may not be something I should celebrating - only thing I am sure of was that I made the right choice by picking you Rolf. Thank you!
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Yoda of Divorce lawyers

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Do you want the Yoda of divorce lawyers? Let me tell you my story: I started working with Mr. Rolf Kruger in 2017. However, it quickly became apparent that my family divorce matter was devolving into a convoluted mess. I could not afford Rolf or anybody who was of his caliber, as far as quality divorce attornies are concerned. My family case took five years. My Ex had many patents, many LLCs, dozens of high fees coming in, and real estate, in my case. On top of that, he filled erroneous civil cases suing me for millions (which I do not have). I spent the better part of four years, fighting off my ex-husband’s lawsuits. I met and interviewed 22 lawyers in Silicon Valley, and while many of them had a strong background in divorce matters, and I even worked with two of them for a while, I was not able to afford them for the duration of my case. In January of 2017, I was going through the long list of issues I needed to address and decided to connect with Rolf. Everything he sent me until now was mind-boggling. He and his staff worked on my case on consulting basis, he gave me ideas and opened the door explaining how should I talk to anybody in this case (lawyer or opposing a party or the judge), he was so objective, and subjective, His continuous emails, and responses to mine, his phone call with all new ideas, getting me introduced to certified forensic accountant, and patent experts, providing patent-based case information, link to the case laws like mine (which were public), I am thankful for all his hard work. I felt he worked within my budget, showed that he cared, patience, thoughtful and effective. His advice paid off. I sincerely and truly from the bottom of my heart thank Rolf and his team. I can move forward with my life 100% now. Best, Neeta
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Best Lawyer to Work with

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Rolf is the best lawyer that I've worked with. He was always considerate of my situation and tried to help me every single way. If you need something done, Rolf is the person to go to. If I have any need a lawyer in the future, I am definitely going to reach out to him again.
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Perfect Results

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Rolf was amazing in navigating my case. Calm, poised, knowledgable and efficient. I have no doubt I would not have been able to win my petition had it not been for his experience and expertise.
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The best decision you'll make

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My divorce was a major challenge for me. I had no idea what the process was or what to expect. I didn't know what I didn't know. Rolf made it all clear really fast. I didn't need a hug or a compassionate friend, I needed a tough professional who could advise me and help me get to the right decisions. Rolf is simply the best family law attorney you will find in California. His exceptional experience with high net worth couples with complex financial situations makes Rolf a huge asset for anyone. Rolf helped me reach the perfect outcome and I continue to rely on his expertise in other areas of business and life when I need legal counsel.
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Stellar Family Law Attorney

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Mr. Kruger is an outstanding family law attorney. He recently represented me and I couldn't be more pleased with his knowledge, professionalism, and expert advice. He responded quickly, spent time efficiently and set clear expectations on what to expect during the entire process. Rolf and his team were masterful at keeping the focus on what mattered in the context of the law and communicating my perspective in a way that was impactful. Most importantly, I was confident that Mr. Kruger would go to bat for me on the issues that really mattered to me, wether he agreed with my perspective or not. He firmly offered advice but he also made it clear that ultimately the decisions were mine to make. I highly recommend Mr. Kruger if you want a no-nonsense, expert family law attorney who is efficient, direct, responsive, professional and kind.
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Attributes of good attorney

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There were a few specific attributes I was looking for in an attorney whom I was going to hire to begin my divorce proceedings. 1. Attorney-Client relationship – an attorney who represents me and not just another divorce case, because every case is different, every partnership is unique, and a general rule is often not applicable. What impressed me the most about Rolf was he dedicated his time and effort at the beginning of the case and attentively listened, studied, learned, and understood who his client was and the specific circumstances of her case in order to tailor the representation. I have to say it was not an easy task for him considering that he had to gain an understanding of my decision-making perspectives, which in my case wasn’t easy, and to top that I had begun with lots of emotional baggage, disputes, and frustrations. His talent learned through experience, has proven to him that dissolving a partnership is not solely about financial separation, more importantly, is also about emotional separation, he artfully use a combination of intelligence and empathy. Rolf’s most impressive traits is his continual attention, and prompt responses to always be available to protect his client, even if it meant protecting me from myself, which built confidence, trust, and professional courtesy. 2. Expertise – a veteran attorney experienced enough to have seen it all, and ready to change course as needed. My case was like a roller coaster, facing obstacles at every turn. Rolf was experienced and skilled enough to weather the storms and remained firm, and his confidence was a strong anchor for me. 3. Ethical – although, it is natural to want to “win at any cost”, but what was important to me, to hire an attorney who follows the rules of professional conduct, and obtain the best results with intelligence, skill, proficiency, and ability to practice the law rather than through unethical means. Although, Rolf is aggressive with a purpose, and fights hard when facing challenges, but he never lost the sight of the big picture – obtain the best results for his client through gaining the confidence of everyone involved – opposing counsel, the judge, and of course his client with his intelligence and skills. 4. Attorney’s budget – an attorney that knows when to spent the money and when to be considered about the budget. Rolf, not only he never attempted to make my case about the money, but also he protected me from taking unreasonable risks and/or spending more money on the conflicts that had no merits. What moved me was his commitment to his client - he comforted me at times when I was concerned about sustaining my attorney’s budget, by ensuring that my representation will not be interrupted because of his fees. In addition, his law firm gives you a monthly report to where exactly the money was spent on.
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Attorney endorsements

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Danielle Johnson, Family Attorney on Aug 22, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer.

Michele Bissada

I endorse this lawyer.

Anthony Kerin

I endorse this lawyer.

Marisa San Filippo, Family Attorney on Aug 18, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer.

Kimberly Madigan, Family Attorney on Feb 5, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Jeffrey Hayden, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 4, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Having worked with Mr. Kruger, I found he had both the knowledge and the passion needed to excel in the Family Law arena. He is compassionate and truly cares about the well being of his clients. At the same time, Rolf is quite knowledgeable about Family Law -- he is the current Chair of the Family Law Advisory Commission of the State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization -- meaning he knows the various avenues of relief available for his clients and how to use them. I highly endorse Rolf Kruger, an exceptional lawyer.

Anh Nguyen, Family Attorney on Dec 12, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Vivian Kral, Family Attorney on Nov 25, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Rolf has a superb reputation in the community for excellent client representation and high ethics.

Ariel Sosna, Family Attorney on Nov 19, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Rolf and his firm are our go to firm for San Mateo County cases and we are always happy with the results of those referrals.

Christopher Leroi, Divorce and separation Attorney on Oct 10, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Kruger is an exemplary attorney who I would recommend to everyone and anyone. Hiring him might very well be the best decision that you have ever made. His answers on Avvo are perfect. I have practiced for 24 years as a judge, magistrate, prosecutor, and private attorney and he is one of the best I have encountered.

David Erb, Divorce and separation Attorney on Oct 2, 2013
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

I endorse this lawyer.

Wendy Chau, Family Attorney on Aug 13, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer, not only because is he knowledgeable and a pretty good attorney. He is caring, tough, a fighter, and knows how to handle complex matters. I totally recommend him as your family attorney.

Carla Roden

I endorse this lawyer.

Tracy Duell-Cazes, Family Attorney on Apr 18, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer.

Sarah Van Voorhis, Family Attorney on Jan 7, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Rolf is one of the best family law attorneys practicing in San Mateo County/Santa Clara County. I refer anyone seeking divorce counsel on the Peninsula to Rolf, knowing they will be in good hands.

Douglas Park, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 31, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

There's a good reason why Rolf Kruger has a stellar reputation as a divorce and family law attorney. He helps clients navigate difficult situations. I have referred people to Rolf for family law matters, and they have been happy with his service.

Roger Royse, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 30, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Rolf is a knowledgable and practical attorney who handles complex matters. I often refer family law matters to Rolf.

Brett Burlison, Family Attorney on Feb 24, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Rolf is an excellent attorney - he's committed, detail oriented, and hard working. He is an all around smart guy and valued member of the legal community. I have referred friends and clients to Rolf and am sure that I will continue to do so for years to come. I recommend him highly. Brett A. Burlison, Esq.

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  • Hourly Rates$615-$615/hour
    PAYMENT METHODS

    Cash, Check, Credit Card

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