Sometimes a consultation is all you need to understand your situation and decide how to proceed.
A Resident of Walnut Creek, Neil is a 1982 graduate of Loyola Law School. The opportunity to focus on men's issues crystallized when the founder of Divorce For Men Only invited Neil to join their firm in 1992.
Neil's forte is analyzing the issues and developing a "game plan" ahead of time to get through a case successfully but also efficiently. Planning ahead helps men avoid making the mistakes that other men have made in divorce.
His approach to representation is very team oriented. Together with his client, he discusses, brainstorms and delegates tasks to maximize time and cost efficiency.
The goal with every case is to get the client through the process as efficiently and quickly as possible.
Neil has served as a Judge Pro Tem in Contra Costa and Solano County Courts.
You may have heard him interviewed on NBC's Today Show, KGO News Talk and KCBS News Radio as well as quoted in the San Francisco Chronicle, Conta Costa Times, Associated Press, Redbook and Diablo Magazine
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Our approach is designed to "even the playing field" for men in a divorce -- especially with issues of child custody and emphasizing that both sides financially support themselves and their kids. We team with you to proactively take charge of your divorce case. We offer practical, and realistic advice; finding pragmatic and cost-efficient approaches to dealing with your spouse and the courts. We want to help make your divorce as smooth a transition as possible.
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Our experience makes us especially adept at dealing with custody and parenting issues in divorce. Our 30 years of representing men enables us to share the experiences of other fathers who went through similar situations. We’ve developed strategies and approaches to help maximize the quality as well as the quantity of time with your children.
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Unlike child support, the courts consider a wide range of factors when determining a “fair” alimony payment in terms of amount and duration. Important here is to early and often stress to the courts the need for non-working spouses to get educated, get into the workforce and financially support themselves to their maximum ability. Whether your spouse simply needs to update her resume or needs an entire vocational assessment, the sooner that effort begins the sooner this goal is accomplished.
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Unlike alimony (spousal support), the courts determine child support by and large with a rigid set of guidelines. We make sure that your income is accurately presented and that kept at the forefront is the legal requirement that both parents must financially support their children.
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Domestic violence is a serious issue. So are false allegations of domestic violence and the misuse of the domestic violence procedures in the court system. It’s important early on to ascertain the reality of the situation and respond appropriately. There is usually a very short time table between the allegations and a court hearing so it is critical to address allegations with an attorney immediately.
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Divorce For Men Only
1000 Ygnacio Valley Road
Walnut Creek, CA, 94598-1812
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 1983 | 10/28/2020 |
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Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Number One Grandpa | Penelope and Millie | 2001 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner/Owner | Divorce For Men Only | 1989 - Present |
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Divorce for Men Blog | For the Sake of the Children... | 2014 |
Divorce for Men blog | co-parenting and post-divorce parenting | 2014 |
Divorce for men blog | Post-divorce living arrangements: nesting | 2014 |
Divorce for Men blog | You and your ex-spouse: getting along | 2014 |
Divorce for Men blog | Great ideas for fun activities to do with your kids | 2014 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Loyola University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1982 |
University of California - Riverside | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1980 |
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KGO Talk Radio | Ongoing Divorce Advice | 2005 |
TV interview | Father's Custody | 1994 |
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Kenneth Matejka, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 14, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Silky Sahnan, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 20, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Neil is honest, hardworking, and he is a well respected attorney. Neil is determined to find the best solutions for his clients. Neil is always a pleasure to work with.
Edward Sullivan, Family Attorney on Jan 8, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I have had various cases with Neil Holmes over the past 30 years where I am the opposing counsel. He has good trial skills. I have always found Neil to be honest, very knowledgeable about the law, and an excellent advocate for his clients. Neil is an attorney that works well with other attorneys to reach settlements. He is well respected in the legal community. When I am booked and not accepting new clients, Neil is on my list of attorneys that I refer people to. Neil cares about his clients.
Robert Famulener, Family Attorney on Dec 2, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Whenever I see that Neil is on the other side in a case, I know that my Client and I are going to get an honest, no nonsense lawyer who will listen to reason and do his best to resolve cases short of expensive litigation if at all possible.
Yasmin James, Family Attorney on Dec 2, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I have had a number of cases over the years with Neil on the other side. He is experienced, knowledgeable and a formidable attorney in court. Neil also is resolution orientated and professional when in his dealings with opposing counsel. I highly recommend Neil Holmes.
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