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Jennifer Ani brings more than 30 years of experience in family law to her role at Holstrom, Block & Parke, APLC. Since being admitted to the California Bar in 1993, she has dedicated her career to representing individuals and families facing the difficulties of divorce, custody disputes, child and spousal support issues, and matters involving domestic violence. Her practice also includes more complex concerns such as visitation disputes, guardianships, conservatorships, post-judgment modifications, and protecting the interests of unmarried parents.
Over the years, Jennifer has served clients through private firms, nonprofit organizations, and her own successful solo practice. This diverse background has sharpened her litigation and negotiation skills while deepening her ability to advocate for both parents and children. Her commitment to serving families has earned her professional recognition, including awards honoring her advocacy and community service.
Jennifer received her Juris Doctor from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, after earning her undergraduate degree at the University of California, Davis. She remains active in local and statewide legal associations and frequently shares her knowledge through speaking engagements, published works, and volunteer efforts. Clients and colleagues alike value her compassionate, straightforward approach, as she works tirelessly to protect her clients’ rights and help them achieve stability during life’s most challenging transitions.
Strategy. Integrity. Fierce Advocacy.
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Practice Area
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21 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
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Payment Methods
- Cash
- Credit Card
Awards
2015 2014
Licenses
Licensed in California for 32 years
State: California
Acquired: 1993
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2021
Location
Holstrom Block & Parke, APLC
Bay Area Office, 201 Spear Street, Suite 1100, San Francisco, CA, 94105
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1897 California Ave., Suite 102, Corona, CA, 92881
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4940 Campus Dr., Ste. A, Newport Beach, CA, 92660
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40810 County Center Drive, Ste. 150, Temecula, CA, 92591
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3780 12th Street, Riverside, CA, 92501
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380 S. Melrose Dr., Suite 347, Vista, CA, 92083
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3111 Camino Del Rio, N., Ste. 950, San Diego, CA, 92108
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500 N. Brand Blvd., Suite 2000, Glendale, CA, 91203
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Posted by anonymous | September 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Highly recommend Jennifer Ani
Hiring Jennifer was one of the best decision I could have made during the most difficult time of my life so far. Her empathetic, but pragmatic approach, was key and influential during my process, bringing stability, safety and certainty to my family. My situation was very nuanced and complex, and J...
Posted by Philip | January 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Protecting Custody and DVRO Orders
Jennifer represented me in a child custody case first in Marin, then Sacramento. My son's mother had abducted him. He was returned to my custody after 13 months. Jennifer was instrumental in getting restraining orders of 3 years (criminal) and 5 years (civil dvro) against the mother. Both RO's are ve...
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Posted by Pamela | February 01, 2018 | Adoption
Incredible, Caring, and Intelligent
Jennifer is an amazing woman. We got to her too late to get our boy back. Her client attorney relationship is just that. Talking to Jennifer made me feel like I was talking to my sister, and she was listening, responding, giving feedback, sharing information and working her craft to help you. Her ex...
Posted by CedricL.Anderson | September 30, 2015 | Juvenile
Jennifer is not afraid call out DCFS on their corruption to parents
I have had the lucky chance of having Jennifer mentor me concerning my own case, with the corrupted Court-Appointed system in Los Angeles County and am very glad to see how she is effective with her 388 petitions arguing for the return of children to parents. She uses the Constitution, which is very...
Posted by anonymous | September 22, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Family
Jennifer Ani: Above and Beyond!
I am pleased to write a review for Jen Ani, my family's attorney in what was an incredibly complicated dependency court case. I came to know Ms. Ani in February 2014 after my children were removed from my care. Our involvement with CPS began with their troubled father and domestic violence. We mana...
Jennifer Ani's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jennifer can help with the difficulties of Family Law issues. I endorse this lawyer."
"Attorney Jennifer Ani can help you with Family Law issues that are so very tough to go through. I endorse this lawyer."
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"Jennifer is a highly skilled, passionate Family Law attorney that focuses on the clients and getting them through extremely tough times. I endorse this lawyer."
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"An experienced and passionate Child Custody attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
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"A brilliant Family Law attorney with a passion for helping families through tough times. I endorse this lawyer."
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"Helping families through difficult times. I endorse this lawyer."
"Exceptional Family Law lawyer. I endorse this lawyer."
"Attorney Jennifer Ani is a wonderful Family Law lawyer. I endorse this lawyer."
"Jennifer is a tremendous advocate for all things Family Law. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jennifer does the right thing with knowledge and compassion for all parties."
"Is there a way to give 100 stars? Jennifer is one of the most gifted and passionate attorneys I have ever worked with. She is absolutely relentless when it comes to client advocacy, and is one of the few lawyers that is not afraid of trial and not afraid to stand up to fight for what is right. She is a real powerhouse and I would trust her with any client matter. She is truly a gem and stands out as one of the top lawyers in the country in her field."
"Jen is a very fine attorney practicing in the very difficult area of Child Abuse law. Significantly, she has the temerity to fight hard for her clients and withstand the elements of the system which sometimes dwindle lessor attorneys."
"I endorse this lawyer.gladly because I worked with her on the front lines of trial. She was competely prepared, intelligent, quick and could instantly recite the law to the court. Her work is excellent."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have found Jennifer to be very knowledgeable in the area of Juvenile Law and she is always a strong advocate for her clients."
"Jennifer and I both represent indigent clients via the BASF Volunteer Legal Services Program and each of us have been awarded the highest honor - the Preovolos Award - given to the attorney who demonstrates outstanding services to poor clients."
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Gary Kauffman
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Melissa Earls
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Michael Levinsohn
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Debra Bel
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Carin Johnson
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Robert Powell
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Kelly Reiter
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Alan Rothstein
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Janis Jasmine
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Nicholas Baran
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021.
Public reproval with/duties issued in CA, 2021
updated on 07/12/2021A censure or reprimand issued by the Supreme Court or the State Bar Court that is not a matter of public record unless imposed after the initiation of formal disciplinary proceedings. No period of suspension is imposed. The reproval may be imposed with duties or conditions.
Honors
2014
"Women Making A Difference", California NORML
2010
Outstanding Public Service Award, Bar Association of San Francisco
2009
2009 LAAC Family Law Award, Legal Aid Association of California
2009
James P. Preovolos Award, Bar Association of San Francisco
2009
Wiley W. Manuel Award, State Bar of California
2008
Outstanding Public Service Award, Bar Association of San
2007
Outstanding Public Service Award, San Francisco Bar Association VLSP
Work Experience
2025 - Present
Attorney, Holstrom, Block & Parke, APLC
2024 - 2025
Senior Associate Attorney, Fenchel Family Law, P.C.
2022 - 2024
Senior Council, Schoenberg Family Law Group, P.C.
2020 - 2022
Attorney, Law Offices Of Vincent W. Davis & Associates
2019 - 2020
Attorney, Legal Aid Center Of Southern Nevada
2006 - 2019
Attorney, Law Office of Jennifer Ani
1999 - 2000
PADI instructor, Marlin Bay
1993 - 1998
Assistant General Counsel, Headlands Mortgage Company
Associations
2015 - Present
Contra Costa County Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
CANN-I-DREAM FOUNDATIONBoard Member
2010 - Present
American Bar AssociationMemner
2009 - Present
National Institute for Trial Advocacy, Advocates SocietyMember
2009 - Present
California Appellate Defense CounselMember
2007 - Present
San Francisco County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
National Association of Counsel for ChildrenMember
2006 - Present
California Public Defenders AssociationMember
2006 - Present
San Francisco Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Council of Parent Attorneys and AdvocatesMember
2005 - Present
Marin County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
OSC 1st District Appellate Court
Education
1992
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
University of California - Davis
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Patients Out Of Time 10th National Clinical Conference
Medical Cannabis and Child Welfare
2016
10th Annual National Conference
Child Welfare and Medical Cannabis Patients: Issues from 2015
2015
Seeking Justice
Shona Banda, Kansas
2015
Podcast
Medical cannabis and parenting
2014
Shawn McMillan's Nuts and Bolts of Civil Rights Claims
Juvenile Dependency Basics
2014
2014
Patients Out Of Time 2014
Medical cannabis and parenting
2014
National Safe Child Show: Jennifer Ani and Michael Levinsohn
Child Protective Services - parts 1, 2, and 3
2014
Empire Mock Trial Competition
Volunteer Judge
2014
California Mock Trial Competition
Performance Judge
Publications
2015
NACC Guardian
Parents, Kids and Cannabis
1992
Sage
Child Abuse and Neglect Practice
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can some one sue DCFS or CPS for neglect and emotional abuse even after many years from emancipation.?
10 Feb 2018
Q&A
If if I have lost my parental rights can I regain custody back of my children?
09 Feb 2018
Q&A
How do I get rid of Los Angeles county DCFS?
29 Aug 2016