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Elise Marie Mitchell

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Elise Marie Mitchell

5.0
Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 32 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at San Jose, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Bankruptcy & Debt, Probate

320 S. Third Street, Suite 101, San Jose, CA

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Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 40%

40%
Family 30%

30%
Bankruptcy and Debt 20%

20%
Probate 10%

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 32 years

State: California

Acquired: 1993

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No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Elise M. Mitchell, P.C.

320 S. Third Street, Suite 101, San Jose, CA, 95112

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Posted by anonymous | May 22, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

best lawyer in town

I think many people have already mentioned that Ms. Mitchell is an extremely knowledgeable and responsible divorce attorney. But one thing I really want to emphasize is how reasonable and transparent her billing practices are -- and honestly, I think that matters a lot during a divorce. She always... takes the time to sit down with her clients to go through the next steps carefully. She often drafts emails in front of you to make sure the message truly reflects what you want and need. While providing guidance and legal strategy, there are no hidden fees and no surprise charges at the end of the month. Everything feels transparent and fair, which gave me a huge sense of relief during a stressful process. Another thing I really appreciated is her performance in court. You never need to worry about whether important points will be addressed or whether someone will speak up for you -- Ms. Mitchell handles it exceptionally well. She is especially impressive when it comes to financial and asset calculations. Every time numbers come up, she becomes incredibly focused and sharp. She made complicated family asset calculations feel straightforward and efficient. Unlike some attorneys who immediately want to bring in multiple outside professionals and still cannot give you a clear direction, Elise truly understands both the law and courtroom strategy. She fights for her clients while also being practical, organized, and solution-oriented. I'm genuinely grateful for her help and would highly recommend her to anyone going through a divorce.

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Experience

Rating:  6.5 (Good)

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Duquesne University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

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University of California - San Diego

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Spanish

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