Sean Patrick Joyce

Sean Patrick Joyce

5.0
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 22 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Domestic Violence ... +2 more

870 Market St Ste 414, San Francisco, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 22 years

State: California

Acquired: 2003

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Lurkis, Joyce & Del Bove, LLP

870 Market St Ste 414, San Francisco, CA, 94102

Lurkis, Joyce & Del Bove, LLP

177 Bovet Road, Suite 600, San Mateo, CA, 94402

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Sean Patrick Joyce's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | September 5, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceptional and Caring Attorney

I highly recommend Sean to anyone seeking an exceptional family law attorney. I am incredibly grateful a good friend referred me to him during a difficult time. I've been working with Sean for over a year on my domestic violence restraining order and impending divorce. He is competent, caring, and th...orough, and has truly been a lifesaver as I've navigated the family court system. Sean is very responsive, always replying to my emails immediately and making time to speak with me whenever I have questions. He has patiently explained the legal process and prepared me for multiple hearings and trial, with his confidence and expertise putting me at ease during stressful periods. Beyond his expert legal advice, he has also guided me on financial matters, my living situation, and even how to manage communications with my ex. I feel that he prioritizes my case and genuinely cares about his clients. While I wouldn't wish my situation on anyone, if you ever find yourself in need of assistance with family court matters, I highly recommend reaching out to Sean.

Posted by Erin | October 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Knowledgeable, empathetic, honorable.

I feel incredibly grateful to have had Sean as my attorney during my 10-month divorce process. His support and guidance made me feel genuinely understood and well cared for. Although I ultimately chose a less conventional path, prioritizing freedom over numbers, Sean’s advice and understanding were i...nvaluable at every step. He laid out all possible options, analyzed them with me thoughtfully, and respected my decisions. His responsiveness and respect for my time demonstrated a level of commitment and integrity that truly stands out—especially in a profession that often gets an unfair reputation. I wholeheartedly recommend Sean to anyone in need of assistance with a divorce. Having someone so knowledgeable and empathetic by my side made an immense difference.

Posted by Ed | January 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A True Professional

I interviewed dozens of lawyers, and I hired one who was soothing but turned out to be incompetent. She was not only a waste of money, she left me hanging with a trial date that was approaching fast. I had to scramble and thank God Sean was willing to take my case. He does not sugar coat anything.... He's extremely professional, organized, competent and honest. He does his homework, talks through all aspects of your case, writes briefs well, prepares you thoroughly for trial, and speaks in court with authority. He takes his job seriously and gets it done on your behalf.

Posted by Crystal | August 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I felt seen and heard and resolved my contentious divorce with grace

My divorce started with a different attorney. A firm I will not name here who honestly took a great deal of my money with very little oversight. I received a referral to Sean and I'm so glad I made the switch. You can't prepare for divorce so I was blind sided and hadn't done my research. I wish I ha...d started my divorce with Sean as my attorney. He listed to me and was able to see my side and advocate what was best for me and my daughter. I will forever be thankful to him in remembering all the details of my case. We didn't have to rehash everything every time we met. Sean was so efficient every time we met and also very sincere. He made himself available and he always gave me both sides of an argument and he prepared me every step of the way. I settled my divorce and child custody case with my ex-husband and I feel that it was fair. I wasted so much money in the beginning by not using an attorney such as Sean. I can't tell you how rare he is and I'm so grateful for the time and service he provided.

Posted by anonymous | August 6, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very effective attorney - gets the job done

I am an attorney and am familiar with litigation. I retained an attorney to file a divorce proceeding, and that attorney did nothing but bill me for work that did not move the case forward. Fed up, I was referred to Sean Patrick Joyce. What a breath of fresh air. Mr. Joyce took immediate action, ...was a great communicator, and effectively utilized his terrific paralegal. In a matter of weeks, Mr. Joyce resolved issues, moved the case forward and obtained a stipulated judgment for me. During the time period that I worked with Mr. Joyce, and his paralegal, all of my questions were quickly resolved with an eye towards resolution and cost effectiveness. Mr. Joyce is direct, honest and a real problem solver. I would highly recommend his firm.

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Sean Patrick Joyce's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Korsunsky

Child custody lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sean Joyce is an empathetic, knowledgeable attorney who will fight hard for you. I would choose him in a heartbeat."

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Adam Gurley

Family lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer.He is tough but fair and works to settle problems rather than building the case into a "grudge match" that benefits no one except the lawyers."

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David Korsunsky

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Adam Gurley

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2011

Family Law Attorney of The Year, Consumer Business Review

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Partner, Lurkis, Joyce & Del Bove, LLP

2003 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Sean Patrick Joyce

Associations

2018 - Present

Presido Hill School

Member Board of Trustees

2003 - Present

Bar Association of San Francisco

Former Chair of Solo and Small Firms Section of Barristers

Education

1999

University of Denver Sturm College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

Babson College

BS-Economics

Languages

English

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