I am a devoted family law attorney, a mother, and wife. I offer personalized service, and sensitivity to my clients' goals and needs both financial and personal.
I amactively involved in all of my clients' cases from inception through resolution. I work with clients throughout the San Francisco Bay Area to produce solutions to fit each client's unique situation, whether facing issues involving prenuptial agreements, dissolution (divorce), custody and visitation, child and spousal support, paternity matters, or same sex partner cohabitation and dissolution.
I understand that marital contracts (pre-and post-nuptial agreements), divorce, child custody, as well as all other family law matters can be very complicated, tenuous and emotionally charged. It is my goal to alleviate as much stress and confusion as possible in guiding my clients through this process.
In order to effectuate these objectives I take the necessary time to ascertain my clients' priorities and devise legal strategies to achieve these goals. I will also carefully explain the realities and intricacies of the California legal system in order to ensure clients have an accurate view of their situation and understand each step in the chosen action or process.
I believe that a comprehensive negotiated settlement is usually the most economical and streamlined path. However, when a client's interests are best served in court, I provide aggressive and effective representation in court.
Practice areas
167 cases
11 years, 64 cases
11 years, 59 cases
Languages spoken
Spanish
Law Office of Christina Sherman
1010 B Street, Suite 203
San Rafael, CA, 94901-3128
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 2010 | 10/28/2020 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Civil Procedure | CALI award | 2010 |
Remedies | Witkin award | 2010 |
Monroe Seifer Scholarships | Monroe Seifer Scholarships | 2009 |
Catherine Sherburne-Thompson Scholarship | Catherine Sherburne-Thompson Scholarship | 2008 |
Community Property | CALI award | 2008 |
Community Property | Witkin Award | 2008 |
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Business Associations | CALI Award | 2007 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Associate | Law Office of Sylvia Shapiro | 2011 - 2013 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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San Francisco Bar Association | N/A | N/A |
Association of Family and Conciliation Courts | N/A | N/A |
Marin County Bar Association | N/A | N/A |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Golden Gate University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2010 |
Univ of Oregon | Architecture | 1995 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Stanislaus County Bar Association | Solutions for High Conflict Custody Cases | 2017 |
Harbor Side Rotary Club | Ways to save time, money and heartbreak in a divorce | 2013 |
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Mae Adkins, Family Attorney on Jan 7, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Christina is always a very pleasant person to work with. I've also always found her to do things efficiently and diligently. She advocates for her clients and gives reasonable advice. All of these things makes for a great family lawyer.
Claude Wyle, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 7, 2013
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I endorse this lawyer. Christina cares deeply for the people she represents and will go above and beyond to help her clients succeed. Her personable style and enthusiasm as well as her dedication make Christina a great choice of attorney.
Alex Prazma, Family Attorney on Dec 24, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Samuels, Family Attorney on Aug 8, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Christina is an amazing attorney. As a fellow attorney, I know she always does the right thing for her clients. Sometimes the right thing is to zealously advocate in court. Other times, it is to reach an out-of-court settlement. Christina is able to consider the different factors effecting each of her cases, and make that tough call. Christina is also very sharp. She is a board certified Family Law Specialist, and holds a Master's degree in Taxation. I highly recommend The Law Office of Christina Sherman.
Alexander Quan, Family Attorney on Mar 27, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Christina is very knowledgeable and experienced in family law as a Certified Family Law Specialist and a long-time practitioner . She is a strong advocate who fights for her clients with proven strategy and expertise in family law.
Matthew Briggs, Child custody Attorney on Aug 20, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Christina provides quality representation for her clients.
John O'Brien, Child custody Attorney on May 14, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
A truly excellent attorney well respected in the legal community. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of her clients and getting them the most favorable result possible.
Stephen Cohen, Family Attorney on Jul 15, 2013
Relationship: Other
Her contributions show she has an excellent understanding of what judges want to hear and not want to hear in family law matters. She is not afraid to tell the truth to a client even if that is not what the potential client wants to hear. That displays her commitment to ethics.
Jessica Barsotti, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 12, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Christina is well versed in her field and a great ability to meet your needs. She is diligent and hard working.
I am working with Christina on a number of family law issues, and in every instance, she has demonstrated a high level of professionalism as well as understanding and compassion towards all of her clients. She is knowledgeable on a wide range of family law issues, and is devoted to providing effective advocacy. I absolutely endorse this lawyer!
Zaida Bridgford, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 24, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly. I had the pleasure of meeting Christina during an intensive family law training. I was impressed by her enthusiasm, knowledge and dedication to family law. I do not hesitate to refer clients to her..
Charles Franklin, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 13, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly recommend this attorney. Very intelligent and very thorough when analyzing legal issues! Compassionate with clients and aggressive with legal issues! 5 STARS!!
Claude Wyle, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 7, 2013
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I endorse this lawyer. Christina cares deeply for the people she represents and will go above and beyond to help her clients succeed. Her personable style and enthusiasm as well as her dedication make Christina a great choice of attorney.
Natalia Mazina, Family Attorney on Jan 7, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Christina is a professional and a caring attorney.
Mae Adkins, Family Attorney on Jan 7, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Christina is always a very pleasant person to work with. I've also always found her to do things efficiently and diligently. She advocates for her clients and gives reasonable advice. All of these things makes for a great family lawyer.
Erin Levine, Family Attorney on Jan 6, 2013
Relationship: Other
I have known Christina for several years and find her to be very professional, ethical and an asset to the legal community. I strongly endorse her.
Gurbob Somal, Family Attorney on Nov 20, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Christina is a top-notch attorney - attentive, professional, and (most of all) empathetic to the specific needs of her clients. If you are looking for a great family law specialist, they don't get any better than this.