Jenifer Forte Frudden

Jenifer Forte Frudden

5.0
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 12 years

Family Lawyer at Oakland, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +2 more

1939 Harrison Street, Suite 120, Oakland, CA

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Licensed in California for 12 years

State: California

Acquired: 2013

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FRUDDEN & PADILLA FAMILY LAW

1939 Harrison Street, Suite 120, Oakland, CA, 94612

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Jenifer Forte Frudden's Reviews

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10 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by anonymous | August 15, 2022 | Divorce & Separation

Extremely knowledgeable, responsive and dedicated

I hired Jeni on a retainer to understand my options and get her opinion on best next steps. She immediately settled my nerves and gave me the resources that I needed to make the best decision for my family. Jeni came through a recommendation from a good friend and I would absolutely suggest you reach... out, even if it's simply to understand what your rights are. She lead with knowledge and empathy, but also confidence that if I did decide to proceed with a divorce, I knew I had the best lawyer and team at my side.

Posted by Erika | February 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

One Amazing Divorce Mediator!

I felt so fortunate to have been referred to Jenifer to act as a mediator in our divorce. Our budget was tight and she accommodated us, guiding us through the paperwork, using a systematic approach to moving through the issues that needed mediation while remaining calm, steadfast and strong in the fa...ce of 2 very emotional people who were both devastated at the time of mediation. Jeni advocated for us in our self management of the documents and spreadsheets that were needed to save us time and keep us on budget. It's been 2 years since; and we are still able to reach out when and if we need clarification on any issue or continuing mediation. What Jeni does isn't easy but she makes it seamless and a lot less painful. My gratitude is boundless for her knowledge, intelligence, grace and professionalism!

Posted by anonymous | March 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Grad student

I can't express in words how grateful I am to have been working with Jeni on my divorce. I am a graduate student living paycheck to paycheck and have had to go through an unnecessarily contentious divorce because of my ex. However, because I had Jeni by my side I have been able to get through the yea...r and felt that the whole process was much easier because of her presence. Jeni is honest and frank about realistic expectations and strives to ensure she doesn't drive her clients' costs up with unnecessary litigation or expenses. She is upfront about pros and cons, patient in explaining legal nuances, and extremely professional in all that she does. She gave me a discounted rate because I'm a student and has been diligent in keeping my costs down and ensuring my divorce goes as smoothly as possible. I would recommend her a thousand times over to anyone in need of a family attorney since she defies all negative stereotypes of family lawyers! Jeni (and others at her firm) are truly incredible!

Posted by anonymous | June 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Legal Advice and Services for Divorce

Jenifer helped confirm the appropriate finalization payment for my divorce and provided really excellent advice surrounding quite a few divisive issues. I'm really grateful to her for her support. Top notch.

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Jenifer Forte Frudden's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kathryn Padilla

Family lawyer | Apr 21

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"Jenifer is a deeply committed, passionate and bright family law attorney. She has a sterling reputation in the legal community, and is an incredible advocate for her clients. I highly recommend her services."

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Sarah Russo

Family lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Frudden is an excellent attorney who cares deeply about her clients. I regularly refer clients to her and have received no complaints."

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Cynthia Cho

Family lawyer

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Layli Caborn

Child custody lawyer

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Kathryn Padilla

Family lawyer

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Andrew Amoroso

Contracts and agreements lawyer

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Sarah Russo

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Partner, Frudden & Padilla Family Law

2014 - 2016

Family Law Attorney, Murphy, Vu, Thongsamouth & Chatterjee, LLP

2013 - 2014

Family Law Attorney, Cabello & Lezin, LLP

Associations

2018 - Present

Alameda County Bar Association Family Law Executive Committee

Co-president

2015 - Present

Alameda County Bar Association Family Law Executive Committee

Vice Chair

2013 - Present

Alameda County Bar Association

Member

Education

2013

U of San Francisco SOL

JD

2006

Univ of Michigan

BA

Languages

English

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