$ 450-625 per hour
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A Contra Costa Family Law Firm With Antioch & Moraga Offices - Aggressive Representation | Demonstrated Success
Established in 1997, the Law Offices of David M. Lederman is dedicated to meeting all of your family law needs. We have two offices conveniently located in Moraga and Antioch to serve you better. Our experienced attorneys provide a broad range of effective legal solutions. We have a record of success in both simple and extremely challenging cases.
Trust our skilled team led by a California certified specialist in family law.
We can guide you through the difficult divorce process. When children are involved, we will help develop workable custody and visitation arrangements that are in your children’s best interests. We are ready to fight hard to protect your assets and achieve fair property settlements. As necessary, we will litigate aggressively to protect your rights and achieve your goals. We can handle your interstate or international family law dispute expediently.
Benefit from our values in action to address your needs.
Our Core Values
Excellence— Attorney David M. Lederman has practiced family law since 1995. For more than 27 years, he has handled everything from simple planning and settlement discussions to complex trial litigation. He is a specialist in family law as certified by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization, and he was the 2016 Vice-Chair and 2015 Legislation Chair for the State Bar of California’s Family Law Section. Our detail-oriented paralegals assist in all aspects of preparing financial disclosures, completing necessary documents and responding to discovery.
Personalized attention — Our clients are our top priority: We care about you, your family and your future. You will receive personalized, caring and focused attention. We want to help you find the best possible resolution for your family law matter.
Technologically sophisticated communications — Documents are organized, imaged and available over the internet. We have multiple file and system backups in place to ensure that your case will never become a casualty of technological failure, natural catastrophe or manmade disasters.
Convenience — We have convenient offices in Antioch and Moraga, and we offer legal services from limited scope representation to comprehensive based on your needs. We are available via phone or email, and we respond quickly to questions.
Mr. Lederman is a Certified Specialist in Family Law by the State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization. Specializing in all aspects of family law since 1998. He was a member of the Board of Directors of the Contra Costa County Bar Association's Family Law Section and served as Section President (in 2008 and 2021). In 2013 he was appointed to FLEXCOM (California Bar Association Family Law Executive Committee) (2013-2017) (served as FLEXCOM Chair in 2016, Legislation Chair in 2015). Mr. Lederman also teaches professional seminars on many aspects of family law.
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$ 450-625 per hour
State: California
Acquired: 1995
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3432 Hillcrest Avenue, Suite 100, Antioch, CA, 94531
ledermanlaw.net
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Posted by Hugo | September 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I worked with the Law Offices of David Lederman on a child custody case, and I can’t say enough good things about the help I got. As a father, going through this process was tough, but the team was supportive and always made sure I understood what was going on. They fought hard for me, and I’m gratef...
Posted by Erin | September 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I had a great experience working with the Law Offices of David Lederan during a difficult time. They were knowledgeable, supportive, and always available to answer my questions. David explained the legal process clearly and helped me navigate every step with confidence. The entire team showed real co...
Posted by anonymous | August 1, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Due to privacy reasons, I am withholding my name. These are my opinions and my expressions are my legal and protected rights. Mr. Lederman was worth every single penny I paid towards my legal fees. Freedom is all I feel. It is priceless to be done.I cannot alter my past, however, I am not saddle...
Posted by Jerusa | October 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney
My name is Jerusa, and recently, I came to face one of the most horrifying break up in my life with a man who not only became frightening and threatening, but did refuse to return a highly valued personal property of mine resulting in holding me emotionally and mentally hostage . This became a severe...
Posted by Sophie | July 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Then you should hire David - as consuming as a divorce can be, both emotionally and financially, put your trust in him, and he will get you through to the other side in the most effective way. I’m forever grateful to him and his team, because they helped me start a better life and future for me and m...
"I appreciate that David is realistic, settlement oriented, and that he works well with both clients and attorneys to reach amiable resolutions without undue expense, time, or anxiety."
"I endorse this lawyer. David is tough as nails and fights aggressively for his clients, but he is a straight shooter and his ethics are above reproach."
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
2019 - 2024, Outstanding achievements in the legal field, SuperLawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
20 Years of Dedicated Service to the CCCBA Family Law Section, Contra Costa County Bar Association
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Outstanding Service Award, The Association of Certified Family Law Specialists (ACFLS)
2022
Family Lawyer Magazine Recommends, Family Lawyer Magazine
2021
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2020
Certified Family Law specialist, State Bar of California - Certified Specialist
2019
Outstanding Service Award, Association of Certified Family Law Specialists (ACFLS)
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Nation’s Top One Percent, (NADC) National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
Nation’s Top One Percent, (NADC) National Association of Distinguished Council
2014
Top 100 Family Lawyers in California, American Society of Legal Advocates
2001
Certified Specialist in Family Law, Board of specialization, State Bar of California
1995
Top Ten Advocate, International Moot Court
1995
Traynor Honor Society, Traynor Honor Society
1998 - Present
Owner/ Managing Partner, Law offices of David M. Lederman
2017 - Present
California Lawyers AssociationAdvisor
2015 - Present
Association of Certified Family Law SpecialistsTechnology Director
2004 - Present
Association of Certified Family Law SpecialistsMember
1995 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2021 - 2021
Contra Costa County Bar Association, Family Law SectionPresident
2016 - 2017
State Bar of California, Executive Committee of the Family Law SectionChair
2015 - 2017
State Bar of California, Family Law SectionVice-Chiar
2015 - 2016
Contra Costa County Bar Association, Family Law SectionTreasurer
2014 - 2015
State Bar of California, Executive Committee of the Family Law SectionLegislation Chair
2014 - 2015
Association of Certified Family Law SpecialistsChapter Director
2013 - 2017
State Bar of California, Executive Committee of the Family Law SectionExecutive Committee
2012 - 2015
Contra Costa County Bar Association, Family Law SectionTechnology Chair
2010 - 2014
Contra Costa County Bar AssociationTreasurer
2008 - 2008
Contra Costa County Bar Association, Family Law SectionPresident
2002 - 2022
Contra Costa County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember, Board of Directors
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NBI- National Live Virtual Seminar "Family Law Attorney's Guide to Obtaining Evidence From Electronic Devices" (2024, 2023)
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NBI- Family Law Practice Tips
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NBI – Family Law Practice Tips
2022
NBI – Family Law Practice Online
2022
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Virtual Trial Practice Workshop for Presenting Evidence, e-Binders and More (2021, 2022)
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Family Law Essentials: Practical Aspects of Child Custody Litigation
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Essentials of Family Law 2018: Making a Real Difference
2017
Top Mistakes Attorneys Make in Family Court
2016
Electronic Discovery for the Family Law Practioner
2015
Family Law Boot Camp for Financial Planners
2015
Family Law for the Financial Professional
2014
Divorce Litigation From Start to Finish
2012
Social Media: A User’s Guide to Professional Responsibility, Evidence & Marketing
2010
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How Technology Can Get You Sued
2007
Successful Financial Settlements for your Divorce Client
2006
Handling California Divorce Cases From Start to Finish
2004
Handling California Divorce Cases from Start to Finish
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