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Jessica Dayton, a founding partner of ADZ Law, LLP, is a Certified Family Law Specialist who dedicates her practice to representing victims of domestic violence with their civil legal needs, including restraining order, custody and tort cases, as well as advising and advocating for victim’s rights in criminal cases.
Ms. Dayton was the Manager of Legal Services at Community Overcoming Relationship Abuse (CORA) for 10 years. Prior to that, she advocated for the rights of persons with disabilities on access issues at a plaintiffs' litigation firm. Directly after law school Ms. Dayton clerked for Judge Michael Farrell of the District of Columbia Court of Appeals.
Ms. Dayton received her law degree from Golden Gate University School of Law in 2003, and her undergraduate degree from the University of Vermont. During law school, she published a legal article titled "The Silencing of a Woman's Choice: Mandatory Arrest and No Drop Prosecution Policies in Domestic Violence Cases," which explores whether mandatory arrest and no drop policies are respectful of survivors' choices and their empowerment. More recently, Ms. Dayton published "Bridging the Gap Between the Civil and Criminal Legal Systems for Domestic Violence Survivors," which details the importance of understanding and pursuing justice for victims in both the civil and criminal court systems.
Ms. Dayton currently serves on the advisory board of the Family Violence Appellate Project, and the boards of directors of WOMEN-SV and the San Mateo County Trial Lawyers Association. Ms. Dayton has served on the Board of Directors for the California Partnership to End Domestic Violence, and was the co-chairperson of the San Mateo County Legal Process Committee of the Domestic Violence Council. Ms. Dayton is active in local and national public policy research and advocacy and has worked on many legislative campaigns regarding domestic violence, sexual assault and and victims' rights.
Ms. Dayton also mentors and trains pro bono attorneys. She has been invited to present regarding her practice areas locally and nationally, including to the National Center for Victims of Crime, the National Crime Victim Bar Association, the California Partnership to End Domestic Violence, and the San Mateo County Bar Association.
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Acquired: 2004
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Posted by Jennifer | August 4, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Jessica was referred to me by a local non-profit that supports domestic violence survivors for her experience in that field. It can be very difficult to communicate your case or make really tough decisions that will impact your life during emotionally complex times, but Jessica was able to make the p...
Posted by anonymous | August 1, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Jesicca Dayton was referred to me by a respected attorney for her professionalism and experience, particularly with domestic violence cases. Jessica's approach is straightforward and I highly recommend her as an excellent and knowledgeable attorney who knows how to navigate the court system. She is...
"I have known Jessica for more than 10 years in a personal and professional capacity. Jessica's attention to detail, extensive legal knowledge, and courage make her one of the best lawyers I know. I trust her and have complete confidence in her ability to handle complex family law matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jessica and I worked together as advocates for victims of domestic violence. Her knowledge combined with her compassion and dedication are astounding."
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Certified Family Law Specialist, State Bar of California - Certified Specialist
2015 - Present
Founding Partner, ADZ Law, LLP
2005 - 2015
Managing Attorney, Community Overcoming Relationship Abuse
2003 - 2004
Law Clerk, District Of Columbia Court Of Appeals
2016 - Present
WOMEN-SVAdvisory Board
2015 - Present
San Mateo County Trial Lawyers AssociationBoard Member
2015 - Present
Family Violence Appellate ProjectAdvisory Board
2005 - 2010
California Partnership to End Domestic ViolenceBoard Member, Officer
2003
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2021
Intersection of Family Law and Torts
2020
Beyond the Restraining Order: Civil Options for Victims of Domestic Violence
2020
How to Break Through a Stalled Mediation
2018
Civil Remedies for Victims of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault and Stalking
2017
Civil Remedies for Victims of Crime in California
2013
Ethical Legal Advocacy for Victims of Domestic Violence
2021
2015
2003
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