$ 400-400 per hour
I am a Certified Family Law Specialist in California. I have exclusively practiced family law in California since my admission to the California bar in 2009. I specialize in complex family law matters including property division, financial issues, domestic violence, child and spousal support, and child custody, both in dissolution and post-judgment matters.
I also prepare and negotiate premarital, postmarital, and separation agreements. I am a New York native and am also licensed to practice law in New York. I received my B.A., Juris Doctorate and Masters Degree in Social Work from Washington University in St. Louis.
I understand that each client, each relationship, and each family is unique.
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Acquired: 2015
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State: California
Acquired: 2009
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100 Smith Ranch Rd., Suite 116, San Rafael, CA, 94903
22 Client Reviews
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Posted by Kevin | July 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Fantastic lawyer
Emily was professional, kind, intelligent, and very organized. In what felt like a long and difficult process she was able to keep everything focused and on track to a successful conclusion for all parties. I would recommend her to anyone who needs a calm, thoughtful, and careful approach to the...
Posted by anonymous | February 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Refreshing High Moral Compass & Integrity
Emily was critical in gaining reasonable, fair outcomes in a custody case where the respondent and their council was less than moral, truthful and often threw mud. If you're looking to do the right thing for the right reasons then partnering with Emily is a great move. She provided sage advice lega...
Posted by Philip | February 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
A great attorney
I cannot speak highly enough of Emily and my experience working with her. Divorces come in all shapes and sizes, and mine was particularly contentious, complicated, and difficult. From day one, Emily listened and provided sound and sober advice which not only helped me remain calm, but led to a bette...
Posted by Mindy | July 30, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Trustworthy, Realistic, and Reliable!
Ms. Vance gives lawyers a good reputation. She is extremely professional, comes to court well prepared, and truly cares about the outcome of your situation. She understands there are different financial situations for her clients, and is realistic about the time it will take to draw up paperwork, ema...
Posted by anonymous | March 02, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
A Lawyer's Lawyer!
Emily and her firm came highly recommended by another attorney when I sought new counsel to enforce my divorce settlement in state court. It had been a complex matter involving interrelated federal court action, and my first state court attorney had lost the way. Emily picked up the case, understoo...
"Emily Vance is in my go to top three list of attorneys when someone I am not able to assist needs a recommendation. Emily is smart, thoughtful, and exceedingly competent. I cannot recommend her highly enough."
"I give my unequivocal endorsement for Emily Vance. Emily and I used to work together for two years. Emily is knowledgeable, skillful and passionate about family law. She is very good with her clients and is highly effective both in the courtroom and outside. She is an outstanding attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is extremely knowledgeable about all areas of family law. Additionally, her Master's in Social Work is an asset when dealing with custody cases. She is able to challenge custody recommendations or argue in support of them using her legal and therapeutic education and knowledge."
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
2009
Equal Justice Works Award, Washington University in St. Louis
2016 - Present
Family Law Attorney, Vance Family Law
2015 - 2016
Family Law Attorney, Blevans & McCall
2010 - 2015
Family Law Attorney, Fox & Bank LLP
2013 - 2014
Alameda County Bar Association, Family Law SectionExecutive Committee Member
2009
J.D.
2009
Mastes of Social Work
2004
B.A.
2013
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