Katy M. Gronowski

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Katy M. Gronowski

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 38 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Walnut Creek, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Family

3021 Citrus Circle, Suite 250, Walnut Creek, CA

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About Katy

Biography

Certified Family Law Specialist, CA State Bar and Board Certified in Family Law Trial Advocacy, NBTA

Certified Family Law Specialist, CA State Bar and Board Certified in Family Law Trial Advocacy, NBTA

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 60%

27 years

60%
Child Custody 30%

27 years

30%
Family 10%

27 years

10%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2015

Licenses

Licensed in California for 38 years

State: California

Acquired: 1987

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Katy M. Gronowski

3021 Citrus Circle, Suite 250, Walnut Creek, CA, 94598

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Katy M. Gronowski's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by Michele | October 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Stand by me....

Finding yourself in an unknown and vulnerable position is how I would imagine most people are when they find themselves confronted with a divorce. I found myself unprepared emotionally as I never believed this would happen to me. I was lucky enough to get a reference from a family friend who recomme...nded a lawyer he knew in Walnut Creek whose reputation was good. From the first moment I met with Katy Gronowski, I felt the comfort of her expertise and knowledge of procedural divorce law. She never once disappointed me in her follow up, attention to detail, and advice regarding what battles are worth pursuing. She stood side-by-side with me at every court appearance. I was even awarded a special decision at the last hearing due to her indefatigable efforts to get justice for me. I recommend her highly.

Posted by Josh | September 1, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Extremely pleased

Handled my divorce. Very competent, fair, and honest throughout my entire divorce process. Timely with all communications in response to other counsel as well as myself. Really cannot say enough good things about both her law abilities and her attention to me the customer. Extremely pleased and graci...ous to have had her navigate me through a very difficult time

Posted by LC | June 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Katy Nailed It!

I brought Katy on at the last minute not having funds to hire legal council prior to prepare for an ugly ongoing family law trial. Katy was able to quickly review and absorb my pre-trial work and make our case which the outcome could not have been better. She is calm, cool and collected at all time...s, which was so helpful during such a stressful and heated situation. She kept me focused and calm which is what you need heading into a trial. She knows that law, is quick and efficient. I'd hire her again anytime I have a family law matter.

Posted by Matt | July 23, 2015

Excellent representation and practical advice

Katy represented me through the nearly three years it took to finalize my divorce. At first, it appeared that it would be uncontested, so Katy just provided what I requested, which was a sounding-board in the background while I performed the negotiations. As issues arose, I had her take the lead and ...work through the complexities of the financial aspects with opposing counsel. Throughout the process, Katy made good suggestions on how to address each issue. Her gentle, non-aggressive demeanor was instrumental in helping to get my very hesitant ex to the finish line. Thirteen years later, I still call Katy occasionally with a question about support or custody and she actually recalls my situation (and even my children's names) with enough clarity to provide quality advice. Compared with any of my friends' divorce experiences and costs, I feel that I really lucked out finding Katy.

Posted by Carmina | June 19, 2015

Professional and Personable

Katy M. Gronowski is a very classy lady and great attorney. Aside from the basic qualifications that we all look in lawyers i.e. trust, experience, and knowledge of Family Law. Katy is a great story teller. She listened with a sincere concern for the tiny details in my mother’s story. She has gre...at communication and people skills. Ultimately you want someone to represent you, to tell your story as if you were telling it to the judge. (Used Katy’s services for my mother’s divorce) Katy was always available and answered my questions in a timely manner. She would advise on the pros and cons of the situation as we went along. Katy’s demeanor was calm, which was great for us, since this was a very stressful situation, which included dealing with the opposing attorney as well. Not only because of the process but also because of our locations, she is in Northern California and we are in Southern California. She explained the law to its simple form. We are very pleased with the outcome. I highly recommend Katy M. Gronowski for your case.

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Katy M. Gronowski's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mark Rowe

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 12

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"I endorse this lawyer's work. Katy Gronowski works hard for her clients, and gets great results. She really cares for her clients, and it shows in the passionate way that she advocates for them. If she is your lawyer, you are certainly in good hands."

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Ali Ebrahimzadeh

Unknown lawyer | Jan 16

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Payma

Unknown lawyer | Sep 10

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Schwaner

Family lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Katy is well respected in the avvo community."

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Mark Clay

Family lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mrs. Gronowski. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact her for help first."

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Philip Vera

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 14

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"I endorse this fine and well respected lawyer."

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Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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George Munoz

Family lawyer | May 05

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"Hiring an experienced family law attorney is the best way you get peace of mind when dealing with custody , visitation, spousal support, etc. Having a family law attorney's services helps ensure that nothing is left out of your case/claim or matter, which means that costly mistakes won't come back to bite you later. I endorse this lawyer . -Anthony Munoz, Esq."

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Ryan Fishman

Child custody lawyer | Jan 13

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ronald Hedding

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 08

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"Attorney Katy Gronowski is a strong advocate for her clients and a respected member within the legal community. Fully endorse."

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Colin McCallin

Unknown lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. She knows her stuff when it comes to family law."

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Joseph Torri

Unknown lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Simon Kabzan

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this individual as a highly respected and knowledgable lawyer in their practice."

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Richard Rosenstein

Unknown lawyer | Jun 18

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Jun 12

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"I endorse Katy. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Lita Pettusdotson

Family lawyer | Nov 06

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"Katy knows the nuances of family law. She is a terrific mentor to newly practicing attorneys and a great person to run an issue by to make sure you are on the right track. Katy is a person of high integrity and I trust her opinions."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Board Certified in Family Law Trial Advocacy, National Board of Trial Advocacy

2015

Client's Choice Award, AVVO

2006

Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California

1982

Graduated with departmental and university honors in both majors, U.C. Berkeley

Work Experience

1999 - Present

Partner, Gronowski Law Offices, LLP

2003 - 2006

Adjunct Professor of Family Law and Community Property, JFK University School of Law

Associations

2008 - Present

Associaton of Certified Family Law Specialists

Attorney member

2001 - Present

Contra Costa County Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

Family Law Section, Contra Costa County Bar Association

Member

1987 - Present

State Bar of California

Attorney member

2007 - 2008

Family Law Section, CCCBA

Secretary and Board member

2003 - 2004

Contra Costa County Bar Association, Women's Section

President

1992 - 1997

Contra Costa County Bar Association, Barristers

Judge Pro Tem Coordinator and Treasurer

Education

1987

Santa Clara University

JD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA

1982

University of California - Berkeley

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2009

Pro Per Clinic

Finishing Your Dissolution

2008

Contra Costa County Superior Court

Starting your dissolution

2006

JFKU School of Law

Family Law Seminar

2005

JFKU School of Law

Community Property

Publications

1986

Associate Editor Santa Clara Law Review

Languages

French

Farsi

Activity

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