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Erin Patricia Farley

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Avvo Rating9.6
  • Petaluma, CA
  • Licensed for 21 years
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About Erin

 

Our practice is based in a profound respect for our clients. The dissolution of a marriage is an emotionally charged and traumatic time. It is during this turmoil that clients are expected to make the most difficult decisions about their finances, their future, and the future of their children. We have a commitment to assuring that each client is treated with compassion, and that each client is fully advised of their rights, their options, and the impact that their choices will have for their future.

 

We are committed to honesty, integrity, and fairness. We will work zealously to further these values and to protect you, your children, and your emerging family.

 

Ms. Farley's work focuses on dissolutions, child support, child custody, spousal support, post-judgment support and comprehensive property division. She also handles pre-nuptial and marital agreements. For a respected family law attorney in Marin or Sonoma County, California, contact Erin Farley today.

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Practice areas

Family
  1. Family: 100%

    Divorce, Child Custody, Spousal Support, Child Support, Division of Property

    22 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

The Law Office of Erin Farley

755 Baywood Drive, 2nd Floor
PO Box 7331
Petaluma, CA, 94955

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    CAActive199905/11/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers880
    Legal guides0
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Petaluma 2013 People's Choice Award: BEST ATTORNEYPetaluma Argus-Courier and Petaluma 360.com2013
    Equal Justice Fellowship www.equaljusticeworks.orgNational Association for Public Interest Law1999
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    AttorneyLaw Office of Erin Farley2007 - Present
    Attorney, Head of Family Law DepartmentBiggs Law, PC2007 - 2009
    AttorneyThe Shepard's Group, Inc.2004 - 2007
    AttorneyLegal Services of Northern California1999 - 2003
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Kids Come First CoalitionListed Professional2011 - Present
    Marin County Bar AssociationAttorney2009 - Present
    Sonoma County Bar AssociationAttorney2003 - Present
    Publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    Advocates for the Rights of Children: Journal of Juvenile Law & PolicyJury Trial Rights for Minors1999
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    University of California at Davis School of LawJuris Doctor1999
    University of California - DavisBachelor of Arts1996
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Elder Law SymposiumMobile Home Residency Law2002
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    Wasatch Property Management v. Syriah DegrateEstablished 90-day notice for tenants in Section 8 housing
    In Re Tyler D, Trial CounselWoman given standing as a "Putative mother".

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    Divorce & Child Custody

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    She was amazing. Understood my case, had a wealth of knowledge surrounding it. Had great empathy for the nightmare situation I was in. I would HIGHLY recommend her to anyone need help!!!!
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney
    Erin Farley's response: Thank you so much. I am so pleased to hear we could help!

    Is there something I'm missing?

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    I would absolutely 100% recommend Erin Farley to a friend, and have already done so twice! LOL! I can't understand why anyone would give a subpar review for Erin here on Avvo, and have instead found her to be an incredibly kind, intelligent and competent attorney. I was first referred to Erin by a friend in 2013 when my ex and I decided to separate. I was obviously anxious and upset at the time (not to mention a little untrustworthy of anyone in the legal profession...), but I knew I needed to speak to someone about what a divorce would actually mean for me and my family. Erin really helped me understand and come to terms with my divorce, and helped prepare me for everything that would follow (divvying up assets, custody battle, etc.) I eventually hired Erin to represent me during divorce proceedings in 2014, and could not be more happy with that decision. I was really angry at my ex at the time and at first thought of hiring a 'shark' lawyer to get what was mine, but through mediation with Erin I was actually able to come to an agreement with my ex and settle our divorce out of the court room. Not only did the settlement swing in my favor, but I do believe that attempting to avoid conflict during the divorce was what was best for my children. I also thing that our divorce mediations helped my ex and I become better co-parents today because it helped us put our family first instead of ourselves. We will, after all, be in each other's lives forever through our children, and I want to thank the Law Office of Erin Farley for understanding that and respecting it.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney
    Erin Farley's response: I am honored. Thank you!

    Thank you Erin!

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    Erin Farley helped me four years ago with a dicey landlord/tenant issue. Long story short: my roommates and I signed a contract and agreed to live in an apartment without being aware that our unit would be under construction while we lived there. After living amidst sawdust and construction workers who walked in and out without knocking, I asked a friend for the name of the lawyer who had recently helped her out. She recommended Erin, and I am so grateful she did! Erin was gracious, intelligent, determined, and even more importantly - personable! It was so lovely to work with an attorney who actually genuinely seemed to care about me and my situation. I've experienced other attorneys before who were 'wooden' and anti-social. Erin was the exact opposite and was truly compassionate. Not only was she helpful, she got the job done! My roommates and I soon got a drastic cut off our rent, got money back, and even got to stay in a different unit while they finished construction. THANK YOU ERIN!
    Erin Farley's response: Thank you for choosing our office. It was my pleasure to work with you!

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    Frederic Douglas, Family Attorney on Apr 12, 2018
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I have known Erin Farley for about 20 years. She is a hard-working lawyer dedicated to obtaining good outcomes for her clients in an area of law that is filled with high emotions and many pitfalls. If you need her services in family law, you will receive the attention that your situation needs. On a personal note, she is a high quality person. I highly recommend her.

    Jonathan Lacour

    Keen attention to detail and exceptional client service. One of the best family law attorneys there truly is. I endorse this lawyer.

    Raquel Fernandez-Flaherty, Family Attorney on Apr 22, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Erin is highly respected in the legal community. She is a top notch attorney and very skilled in her field.

    Jill Rogers

    I endorse this lawyer. An intelligent and an amazing attorney.

    Scott Kosner, Family Attorney on Apr 17, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Ethan Pham, Landlord or tenant Attorney on Dec 12, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Ms. Farley is a highly talented and knowledgeable attorney. She has helped many people on Avvo. I have no doubt she cares about her clients and provides excellent representation.

    A. Felsen, Family Attorney on Nov 29, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Erin is great! I endorse her highly!

    Douglas Borthwick, Landlord or tenant Attorney on Nov 11, 2014
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    I endorse this lawyer.

    Hovanes Margarian

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Family Attorney on Sep 28, 2014
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    I endorse this lawyer.

    Sean Cleary, Family Attorney on May 20, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community.

    Gary Brod, Family Attorney on Apr 23, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community.

    John O'Brien, Family Attorney on Apr 21, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. An outstanding and well respected attorney in the legal community. I would recommend her wholeheartedly to anyone needing legal representation.

    Shawn Jackson, Family Attorney on Jan 7, 2014
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    I endorse this lawyer.

    Roderick Clutter

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    Andrew Korduba

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    William Woods

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    Kevin Monsour

    I endorse this lawyer.

    R. Jason de Groot, Family Attorney on Oct 18, 2013
    Relationship: Other

    I endorse this lawyer.

    David Altman, Family Attorney on Sep 11, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Ms. Farley is a well-respected Family / Landlord and Tenant attorney. I would highly recommend her to anyone seeking a lawyer who truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and getting them the most favorable result possible. Ms. Farley is a terrific lawyer. I endorse Ms. Farley to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and experienced lawyer.

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    • Hourly Rates$300-$300/hour
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