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Alice Pak-Yan Cheng

Alice Pak-Yan Cheng

3.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Family Lawyer at Walnut Creek, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Child Support ... +3 more

1981 N. Broadway Ste 440, Walnut Creek, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 15 years

State: California

Acquired: 2010

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Location

Law Offices of Vanessa Candelaria, P.C.

1981 N. Broadway Ste 440, Walnut Creek, CA, 94696

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Alice Pak-Yan Cheng's Reviews

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3.7 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Jayme | September 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Hands down... AMAZING ATTORNEY!!!

Alice is by far an amazing attorney!!! I could not have been happier with her service. Alice is very trust worthy and knowledgeable. I had hired her for my divorce with child custody. I was recommended to her firm because of their experience with domestic abuse. When I first spoke with Alice, bef...ore hiring her, she was very thorough in my options in moving forward. She did not try and “sell” me on herself but more instead kept it real with what the law allows and how we could make those options work for me. I ended up working with Alice over 2 years to get my case settled. It could have been settled sooner, however the other party did their best to drag it out. With all that I was up against with taking my case to trial, Alice was absolutely what I needed. She wasn’t trying to charge me for things just because she could. She was very straight forward and honest about every step along the way. She never tried to guide me in a direction I didn’t want to go or make me settle for something I didn’t want. She came to every court hearing professionally presentable, well prepared and knowledgeable of my case. Her knowledge of the law and simple common sense helped expose the facts which put the case in my favor time and time again. During our trials and meetings with the judge, Alice was always so well prepared that it made opposing counsel look like a joke. The manner in which Alice speaks to people is by far the most helpful for my case. During the trial, Alice showed her persistence to expose the truth of the matter and didn’t take no for an answer. She is a bulldog when it comes to fighting for what is right! I never walked out of a meeting wishing Alice had done more because she had already done it. She thought of everything and would take my thought and opinions to the tables. Alice was always up to speed with the latest law changes and current cases taking place. She knows when to reference them in order to show similar cases and their outcomes. Alice clearly does her homework on your case as well as the other attorney she is up against. Not once during my case, did I ever feel I wasn’t going to get what I wanted. Alice always kept things open and honest. She never gave me false hopes. She was always straight forward and honest! (Which is hard to say about lawyers) The staff at Law offices of Tracey Wapnick was tremendously helpful as well. Every time I needed something, they were very responsive and able to get me answers. When calling, they knew what the status of my case was and what was needed to be done. I didn’t have to explain any details outside of stating my name. I felt very comfortable with all of their staff and felt I was in great hands. Hopefully I never need to hire Alice again but if I did, she would be my first call. I would recommend Alice to anyone needing representation for a divorce, restraining order or child custody. My family and friends that saw me through this whole situation were just as impressed with Alice’s services as well.

Posted by anonymous | March 27, 2014 | Child Custody

Obviously sour grapes.. Ailce is wonderful

I felt I had to respond after I read the poor review posted here which is so obviously written by an opposing party who had their plate cleaned by Alice. Alice represented me when she was with another firm in Martinez and she was responsive, kind and most of all, practical. I felt that at all times..., Alice was telling me the truth and not sugar coating any elements of the very difficult custody battle that I was facing. Me and my children are now happy and safe thanks to the hard work of Alice.

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Alice Pak-Yan Cheng's Lawyer Endorsements

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Anne Shiau

Family lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Alice for over 10 years. In that time, she has proven herself to be a great family law attorney and an active member of the local legal community. She is a wonderful advocate for her clients and is highly respected by all. I recommend her without reservations."

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Lael Abaya

Family lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alice is not only a highly regarded family law attorney. She is also someone who is easy to talk to and communicates well with others, which I witnessed first hand when I worked with her at a summer program for prospective law school students. I also admire her commitment to the legal community as she is an active member of the Alameda County Bar Association. I highly endrose Alice."

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Melissa Tung

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Alice is a passionate attorney and a great asset to our community. She provides exceptional representation to her clients."

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Maria Elena Crabtree

Unknown lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alice is a fierce advocate for her clients with extensive knowledge in all areas of family law. I have had the pleasure of working along side, and against, Alice on several cases and would recommend her to anyone."

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Mauro Quintero

Family lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse and recommend Ms. Cheng. SHe is an extremely experienced Cantonese speaking family law attorney, with a background in criminal prosecution, which is a huge advantage as she knows how the courts truly function. She also handles each case with great care and will zealously represent you. I endorse Alice Cheng."

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Angela Bryant

Family lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have known Alice since law school, and I have worked with her for over two years. I have always known her to be knowledgeable, professional and caring as an attorney. I highly endorse Alice Cheng if you need a family law attorney."

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April Seo

Family lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jo-Anna Nieves

Family lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jasmine Davaloo

Family lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ripal Patel

Family lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have has the distinct pleasure of working with Alice, she is extremely knowledgeable and has a passion for Family Law. I will be recommending all my clients with Family matters to her."

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Kelly Van Aken

Unknown lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Alice since 2007 and have always known her to be bright, hard-working and approachable. I strongly endorse her."

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Christopher Urone

Unknown lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Other

"I knew Alice throughout lawschool and she has always been impressive. She is a very smart and earnest professional. I would trust her with my legal representation, and endorse her as an attorney for anyone who is looking."

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Eric Toscano

Unknown lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Distinguished Service Award - New Lawyer, Alameda County Bar Association

2010

Frank and Margaret Johns Alumni Association Award, UC Davis School of Law

2010

Pro Bono Program Certificate, UC Davis School of Law

2010

Public Service Law Program Certificate, UC Davis School of Law

2008

Diversity Bar Fellowship, Sacramento County Bar Association

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Senior Associate Attorney, Law Offices of Vanessa Candelaria, P.C.

2013 - 2019

Associate Attorney, Law Offices of Tracey C. Wapnick

2012 - 2013

Associate Attorney, Whatley Law Firm

2011 - 2012

Associate, Celerity Consulting, Inc.

2010 - 2011

Deputy District Attorney, Sacramento County District Attorney's Office

2010 - 2010

Legal Research Assistant, Sacramento County District Attorney's Office

2008 - 2010

Legal Intern, Sacramento County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2019 - Present

Contra Costa County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Board Member

2014 - Present

Alameda County Bar Association, Barristers Section

Alternate

2014 - Present

Alameda County Family Law Association

Member

2013 - Present

Contra Costa County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2013 - Present

Asian American Bar Association of the Greater Bay Area

Member

2013 - Present

Earl Warren American Inn of Court

Member

State Bar of California, Family Law Section

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

San Mateo County

San Francisco County

Contra Costa County

Alameda County

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Education

2010

UC Davis School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

Univ of California Davis

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Cantonese

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