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

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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 Richard | January 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Simply THE BEST

In my wildest dreams, I would have never imagined being faced with the prospect of a divorce. How ironic is it that I am now writing a review of my attorney? That is because this very positive experience bears noting. Simply put, no one under such circumstances could possibly be in better hands. I... confidently state that my representation could not have been any better than it was. Sean Joyce and his assistant Aaron are simple at the top of their games. I assure anyone considering Lurkis, Joyce & Del Bove - particularly Attorney Sean Patrick Joyce - that there is simply no one better to represent you through this difficult time. Sean is truly a master at his craft. I am honored to know such a wonderful attorney, both as a consummate professional… and equally important… as a kind soul. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, Sean.

Posted by Gil Vera | January 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Divorce and custody

Sean Joyce is an excellent attorney who is very well experienced in his craft. Sean fought relentlessly for me when my wife filled false sexual allegations against me in order not to share custody with me. Mr. Joyce guided me in all the right corners to successfully expose my wife's false accusations... and he secured me full physical and sole custody of my 3 year old son as well as reimbursement for monies spent defending myself. I strongly recommend his services if you want to come out the victor. Excellent attorney.

Posted by Michelle | October 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

A Great Person and Lawyer

Sean is just the absolute best combination of kind human and educated/polished attorney. I sadly only worked with him briefly, but he was extremely honest, knowledgeable, responsive, and supportive, and I couldn't recommend him more highly for a family law case. You can feel confident that you are ...in amazing hands and are not being taken advantage of financially - he is very conscious of the financial toll that this takes on his clients, and his rates and his billing reflects fairness all around.

Posted by Meghan | April 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

Let me save you from attorney interviews...hire Sean, he is all you need!

Sean is an EXCELLENT attorney. I interviewed several family law attorneys and he was by far the best. I was so relieved that I was able to retain him, he has never steered me wrong. He knows several approaches on how to go about winning your case. It depends on your style and what you want. He is abl...e to be the lawyer you need. LAW: Sean is an expert in family law. There are so many times when my ex's counsel didn't know the law or was trying to do something shady, and Sean was spot on. He makes sure that the judge and other attorneys do the right thing. He fights for you and knows exactly what he is doing. If there is something he doesn't know or remember or a law changed, he pauses and does his research. He never makes anything up. He is humble and really great at his job. JUDGEMENT: Sean always guides me in the right direction. He knows and pays attention to whatever judge is ruling. Knows how they think and weighs the options for what has been done historically. He offers a few options, walks you through the risks and gains, and then off you go. He is clear-headed and sharp. WISDOM: Sean has seen so much and can offer advice on many fronts. He knows exactly what he is doing. He knows when to push and when to back off. CHARACTER: Sean has outstanding ethics. He will always guide you in the right direction. And he is always supportive, much like a therapist. PARALEGAL: Aaron is an absolute pleasure to work with. He always helps me and guides me. If I make a mistake in a form, he is always so kind and makes sure I do it right. They are a strong team. I couldn't have done this without Sean and Aaron. After being in court for so many years, I get to see a lot of attorneys at work and I know that I am lucky to have Sean Joyce in my corner.

Posted by anonymous | March 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Amazing Lawyer

I originally worked with a high end firm in SF and was assigned a lawyer with less then 2 year experience. Long story short the lawyer over charged me and gave me very bad advice. I was able to find Sean and he has been my lawyer for last 7 years. Long story short Sean was able to help me win my ...case and I now have 100% custody of both my kids. I can not say kind things about Sean and it's been very emotional for me to see my kids everyday. Sean's rates are more then reasonable, he has many years of experience and is there for his clients. I will always recommend anyone I know who needs a divorce lawyer to Sean.

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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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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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