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Erin Patricia Farley

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Avvo Rating9.6
  • Petaluma, CA
  • Licensed for 20 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.

Practice areas

Family
  1. Family: 100%

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

    21 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

755 Baywood Drive, 2nd Floor
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The Law Office of Erin Farley

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

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
CAActive199901/20/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
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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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Review Erin Farley

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!!!!
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Erin Farley's response: Thank you so much. I am so pleased to hear we could help!

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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.
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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!

Attorney endorsements

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Frederic Douglas, Litigation Attorney on Apr 12, 2018
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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, Employment and labor Attorney on Apr 30, 2015
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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, Consumer protection Attorney on Apr 22, 2015
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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, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 20, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. An intelligent and an amazing attorney.

Scott Kosner, Child custody Attorney on Apr 17, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Ethan Pham, Social security Attorney on Dec 12, 2014
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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, DUI and DWI Attorney on Nov 30, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Erin is great! I endorse her highly!

Douglas Borthwick, Family Attorney on Nov 12, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.

Hovanes Margarian, Consumer protection Attorney on Nov 3, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.

Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 29, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.

Sean Cleary, Car accident Attorney on May 20, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community.

Gary Brod, Car accident Attorney on Apr 24, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community.

John O'Brien, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 21, 2014
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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, Business Attorney on Jan 7, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.

Roderick Clutter, Personal injury Attorney on Dec 23, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.

Andrew Korduba, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 20, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.

William Woods, Personal injury Attorney on Dec 10, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.

Kevin Monsour, Sexual harassment Attorney on Nov 19, 2013
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R. Jason de Groot, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 18, 2013
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David Altman, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 11, 2013
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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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