Charice L. Fischer

Charice L. Fischer

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 13 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at San Jose, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +3 more

1625 The Alameda Ste 801, San Jose, CA

About Charice

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 400-625 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 13 years

State: California

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Madden, Redding & Fischer

1625 The Alameda Ste 801, San Jose, CA, 95126-2225

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Charice L. Fischer's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

5 star (22) 4 star (1)
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Posted by Justin | October 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great partner in a challenging process

Charice has been great in keeping the process moving, her knowledge and strategy are very good and she works hard to try and keep the costs down. I really appreciate her approach, very much ROI based - ie spend this and you can save that....

Posted by Michael | September 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The Very Best Divorce Attorney in the Bay Area

It is not an understatement to say Charice Fischer is a life saver. My divorce was a challenge due to its complexities of erratic behavior from my ex-wife, including but not limited to defamation and extortion, battles over 50/50 child custody, hiring and firing of different attorneys representing m...y ex-wife, and financials. Charice was the constant through the turmoil. Her knowledge of the law is unmatched, her strategic planning should be made into a case study, and her commitment to me as her client ultimately allowed for my divorce to settle outside of the courtrooms at the terms I agreed to and avoid further and unnecessary ligation and costs. Charice was and is the ultimate professional and a master of balancing representing me as my attorney, while also having the grace, patience, and understanding that divorce is a highly personal chapter in one’s life . She was extremely responsive with our communications, whether through email, text, or phone call. I knew I could always get a hold of Charice, and if she was busy, would always inform me of her earliest availability. Divorce is never intended, however, Charice Fischer has my backing as the very best Divorce Attorney in the Bay Area.

Posted by anonymous | March 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Charice is an excellent attorney

I have been engaged in a protracted divorce. My wife got cash and I got the house. My wife was attempting to draw me back into court every two months with the expressed purpose of forcing me to sell the house to defend myself in court. Halfway through the court battle, I left my attorney from ...a big-name law firm. Her fees had taken most of my retirement and would have required me to sell the house. Very soon after I hired Charice, she said that our case was not one for litigation, but one for therapy. This is not the kind of statement that a self-serving attorney would make. Indeed, I believe many attorneys would not make such a statement even if they believed it. I do not know how Charice did it, but the judge reached the same conclusion and told my wife not to come back to court except in some reasonably confining circumstances. During that hiatus, Charice and the therapist who she helped to have appointed in our case, handled untolded issues well. As soon as the previous judge left the family court, my wife restarted her litigative assault. She asked for everything, and I suspect thought she would get it. As a result of my wife's bad conduct the only things she got was a loss of all custody and of her attorney. This would not have happened without Carices' able legal counsel. She has never been "mauled" by another attorney who gets the judge to follow his logic, as my previous attorney had been. Charice and her staff are careful with my funds and considerate with her financial terms. When I left my previous attorney (from a big-name law firm) she said of Charice, "She's not as good an attorney as I am." The course of events strongly disputes her claim. Charice has successfully taken the initiative with the court in many matters. She has caused the court to bring people of great insight into our case and who have helped our children. She communicates to the court what is important and why it is important, often by depending on the experts she helped to put in place. I am very fortunate to have Charice as my attorney.

Posted by Alejandra | September 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A Beacon of Hope

I cannot express how grateful I am to have found Charice. After years of searching for the right representation and spending thousands of dollars with no success, I finally met someone who truly believed in me and my situation. I’ve consulted with numerous top-rated attorneys—many of whom came hig...hly recommended—but none of them made me feel genuinely supported. I had retained a few lawyers before, but they never quite understood the complexity of my case. Initially, I thought I needed an aggressive approach to combat the opposing party's tactics. However, Charice quickly changed that perspective. From our very first consultation, I felt a sense of relief. Charice didn't just see me as another client; she listened and recognized that my situation required special handling. She was the only one who strongly recommended co-parenting therapy as a starting point, which has been transformative for me. It’s rare to find someone willing to step into a difficult, high-conflict situation, but Charice did just that. Her belief in me was not only empowering but also crucial in navigating the challenges I faced. Charice is witty, caring, intelligent, and incredibly passionate about her work. She’s more than just an attorney; she’s an amazing human being. Looking back, my only regret is not finding her sooner, especially considering the impact this has had on my child. However, I am now confident that with her guidance and our co-parent therapist, we are making the best investment for the future. If you’re looking for an attorney who will fiercely advocate for you, provide honest advice, and approach your case with grace and professionalism, I wholeheartedly recommend Charice. She truly is a gem in the legal field, and I can't rave enough about the difference she has made in my life. Thank you, Charice!

Posted by Kevin | July 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

5-Star Attorney

Charice Fischer is an amazing attorney. I hired her knowing that she has all the skills and characteristics of a great and hardworking professional in this field. Charice eased all my worries and anxiety of what was going to happen, and spent time really listening to me as I explained my case. She is... extremely friendly and truly cares about you and your situation. She pours every ounce of energy into your case and fights hard for you until the very end. I was able to win my case with Charice's help, and now my family is finally made whole. Do not hesitate to reach out to Charice if you are looking for an attorney - she's the right choice! Thank you, Charice, for everything you've done for me and my family!

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Charice L. Fischer's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Hoover

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I highly endorse Ms. Fischer, not only on account of my observations of her when she is across the table on a case, but also watching her in court on unrelated matters. All the positive reviews are true. Ms. Fischer is the attorney you want representing you. She is professional, knowledgeable of the law and practice, competent, pragmatic, persuasive and notably courteous to others. You won't go wrong with her education and advocacy. Jim"

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Andrea Mah

Family lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Charice is professional, experienced and dedicated to advocating for her clients."

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Kristin Boscia

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Charice is tough when she needs to be, but also compassionate and understands the emotional toll that our clients experience, especially with divorce. She is detail oriented and extremely hard working. She is goal oriented and worked diligently to get clients through the divorce process in a smooth, efficient manner."

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Kiranjit Dhaliwal

Family lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Charice is an excellent attorney. I worked with her in law school, and as opposing counsel in a trial setting. I can say that she has a sharp mind, she's organized and she cares for her clients. I admire her very much as a colleague in the legal profession."

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Christina Adames

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Charice on many occasions, which include issues ranging from child custody, visitation, property division, and other complex family law matters. Charice is professional, motivated, and very knowledgable about the law. Charice's experience proves itself by her Courtroom presentation, as well as her vigorous advocacy for her clients. Charice is one of the most upstanding attorney's I have met. I strongly endorse Charice."

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Nicole Aeschleman

Child custody lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Charice in a number of different capacities and have found her to be an excellent attorney. In addition to having a strong understanding of the law, Charice is a well-balanced attorney in that she is reasonable in her approach, professional in her communications with counsel, and a zealous advocate in court. As a colleague and opposing counsel, I have great respect for her lawyering skills and her ability to represent her clients' interests."

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Robert Redding

Family lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"Charice has practiced with me for the past 5 years. She is a true professional. She is caring with clients. She has wonderful negotiating skills and is a fine trial lawyer. She will only get better as time passes."

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Tristan Aeschleman

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of working with Ms. Fischer on several cases, both as opposing counsel and on the same cases. Ms. Fischer is a consummate professional. Not only is Ms. Fischer willing to negotiate agreements where appropriate and in the best interests of her client, but she also a strong advocate for her client inside the courtroom and out. I strongly endorse her."

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Laurel Sevier

Family lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Charice is the rare breed of attorney who is reasonable and professional, while still zealously advocating for her clients. She has a great deal of trial and settlement experience, and is able to effectively make her case both to counsel and the court. I highly recommend her."

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Natalie Gomez

Family lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Charice is an all-around excellent lawyer with strong ethics and a superior knowledge of the law."

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Andrea Mah

Family lawyer

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Kristin Boscia

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Christina Adames

Family lawyer

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Robert Redding

Family lawyer

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Laurel Sevier

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Natalie Gomez

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters

2021

Rising Star, Thomson Reuters

2020

Super Lawyers Northern California Rising Stars, Thomson Reuters

2020

10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2020

Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2019

Super Lawyers Northern California Rising Stars, Thomson Reuters

2019

10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2019

Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2018

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40 (Nationally Ranked), National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2018

10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2018

Super Lawyers Northern California Rising Stars, Thomson Reuters

2017

10 Best Attorneys in California, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2011

Dean’s List, Santa Clara University School of Law

2010

Honors Moot Court Best Brief Award and Quarter Finalist, Santa Clara University School of Law

2010

Part-Time Law Students’ Association Secretary, Santa Clara University School of Law

2010

Law Review Board Member, Santa Clara University School of Law

2010

Highest grade in Community Property, CALI Award

2010

Women & Law Scholarship Winner for Overcoming Adversity, Santa Clara University School of Law

2010

Best Oral Advocate Award, Santa Clara University School of Law

2009

Women & Law Board Member, Santa Clara University School of Law

2002

#1 Class Rank for Master of Business Administration, California Polytechnic State University

2001

Valedictorian Nominee, Santa Clara University

2001

Top Student, Financial Executives Institute

2000

Presidential Merit Scholarship, Santa Clara University

2000

Best Senior Project Award, Santa Clara University

2000

Student Achievement Award, Wall Street Journal

1999

Finance Association Vice President, Santa Clara University

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Associate Attorney, Law Offices of Madden & Redding

2011 - 2011

Certified Law Student, Daprile-Bell Family Law Offices

2010 - 2011

Certified Law Student, Katharine and George Alexander Community Law Center

2010 - 2010

Certified Law Student, Kutche Law Offices

2002 - 2010

Chief Financial Officer & Chief Operations Officer, Solomon Capital, Inc.

2002 - 2002

Specialty Finance Division, Silicon Valley Bank

2000 - 2001

Business Development/Sales/Marketing, Emagia Corporation

Associations

2015 - Present

Family Community Church

Board Member

2012 - Present

Santa Clara County Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

Education

2011

Santa Clara University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Master of Business Administration

2001

Santa Clara University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2018

Weathering Divorce

The Legal Perspective

2016

Weathering Divorce

The Legal Perspective

Languages

English

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