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Acquired: 2008
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1981 N. Broadway, Suite 440, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596
19 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Recommendation
Posted by Debbie | June 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Outstanding Attorney
I was very impressed with Vanessa beginning with the initial consultation. She listened carefully and asked all of the right questions in order to get an accurate assessment of my situation and also offered valuable guidance for the short term. Later, Vanessa was relentless in keeping my case moving ...
Posted by David | November 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Vanessa and her team were amazing!
My cousin had an issue with an ex-spouse that needed to be dealt with promptly and Vanessa was extremely knowledgeable/responsive, laid out all of the options with pros and cons for each, and tenaciously fought on my cousin's behalf! As a lawyer myself, I am thankful we were able to find such a skil...
Posted by anonymous | July 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Highly Recommend!
The whole idea of getting a divorce was overwhelming. Vanessa helped me throughout the whole process, from helping me fill out all the loads of confusing paperwork to giving me the confidence to negotiate a fair agreement between me and my ex. Her staff, Kerri and Kaitlin, also were extremely helpf...
Posted by anonymous | January 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Marriage & Prenuptials
Excellent representation
Vanessa did a phenomenal job representing me in my my prenup agreement. She was very thorough and explained everything in plain English. She fought and pushed hard to protect my interests, well-being, and assets and thought of the many unforeseen situations that life could bring in the future. I w...
Posted by Lora | December 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
A very positive experience
I'm so thankful for Vanessa and her staff. I was very anxious about starting the process of gaining full legal and physical custody of my daughters. Once I met with Vanessa, she put my mind at ease and I knew that I found the right attorney to work with. She took the time to sit down and listen to m...
"I have consulted with Vanessa on various family law issues and have referred clients, including friends and family, to her. She is knowledgeable and passionate about her work. She cares a lot about her clients and the community. I highly recommend Vanessa and her office."
"I endorse this lawyer. Vanessa is one of the best attorneys in Contra Costa County. I would trust her to handle any family law related matter."
"Vanessa is a very intelligent, dedicated, and conscientious attorney who really cares about her clients and community. I highly recommend individuals with family law needs to Vanessa."
"I endorse this lawyer and am always happy to refer any family/divorce law clients to her. She is skilled at negotiations, has extensive family and divorce law knowledge, especially throughout the bay area counties and is easy to talk to, honest and efficient. Vanessa Candelaria is a lawyer you can trust to represent you effectively and outstandingly."
"Ms. Candelaria is an asset to the family law bar in Contra Costa County. Any litigant would be lucky to have her in their corner."
"I endorse this lawyer. She understands both the law and the realities of Family Law. She is professional and gives her clients the attention that they need."
"Vanessa is an extremely competent attorney and extremely knowledgeable about family law. My office often consults with her for her expertise, in particular with her expertise in the Contra Costa Courts, with working with high net worth individuals, and hearing related matters. I recommend her without equivocation."
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2016
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012 - 2014
Associate, Fox & Bank LLP
2011 - 2012
Associate, Viola Law Firm, PC
2009 - 2011
Associate, DiMaria & Cone
2008 - 2008
Judicial Extern, San Francisco Unified Family Court
2017 - Present
Contra Costa County Bar Association, Family Law SectionBoard of Directors
2016 - Present
National Filipino American Lawyers AssociationRegional Governor for Northern California
Co-chair
2015 - 2016
Filipino Bar Association of Northern CaliforniaPast President
2014 - 2016
American Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionDistrict Representative
2008
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2015
Ethics of Attorney Advertising on Social Media
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