Some divorces are complicated. My cases are the kinds of cases most attorneys never want to touch. I handle divorce litigation, appeals, custody, support, and asset division, with particular focus on cases that are too complicated, too contentious, or too litigated for most attorneys.
I represent clients in high-conflict divorce and custody cases involving coercive control, financial abuse, vexatious litigants, sovereign citizens, and opposing parties who treat litigation as an extension of the relationship. These cases require more than a specialized knowledge of family law, they require pattern recognition, psychological fluency, and an attorney who isn't afraid to litigate.
I bring a background in crisis counseling and psychology to every case I take. I was also a special education attorney for years, so I get the nuances of how special needs can impact family dynamics and custody.
I teach trial advocacy at Stanford Law School. I chair the Family Law legislation review committee for the Conference of California Bar Associations. I actually know what I'm doing.
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Acquired: 2004
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1301 Marina Village Pkwy, Alameda, CA, 94501
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Posted by Sara | January 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney
She was extraordinary
Robyn Ginney took over my case from her partner when he became ill. She was able to walk into a very messy divorce as if she and I had started the divorce from the beginning. She always presented my case in a strong clear manner and had great arguments to rebut the other attorney. She also had extre...
"I endorse this lawyer she is dedicated, tenacious and hard working. She is a Santa Clara grad, so you know she is smart."
Family lawyer
2017
10 Best Family Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2010 - Present
Sr. Assoc. Attorney, Silva & Associates
2012 - Present
California Conference of DelegatesResolutions Committee
2016 - 2018
California Conference of DelegatesBoard Member
2011 - 2013
Alameda County Bar Association, Barristers Sectionco-chair MCLE
2011 - 2013
ACBA DelegationChair
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undergraduate
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