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Gretchen Zivna Boger
also known as Gretchen Z. Boger
About Gretchen
Biography
Gretchen Z. Boger began her law career as a Deputy District Attorney in San Joaquin County from 2007 – 2010. During her tenure with the D.A.’s office, she prosecuted 17 jury trials. Ms. Boger has been practicing family law exclusively since January 2010. Ms. Boger joined Lonich Patton Ehrlich Policastri in 2013. She received her Juris Doctorate from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law. During her time at McGeorge, she received a concentration in trial advocacy.
Ms. Boger demonstrates great care and compassion in handling the complex emotional and legal issues which are unique to family law matters. Ms. Boger approaches her cases with the belief that the way her clients feel about her representation – namely, that they are being heard, understood and cared for, is just as important as getting good results. Ms. Boger brings exceptional litigation and courtroom skills to all of her cases although she believes settlement is in everyone’s best interest. Ms. Boger is very accessible to her clients and will take the time to understand each of her client’s unique needs and concerns. Ms. Boger considers it a privilege and an honor to advocate for her clients through the difficult and traumatic divorce and custody processes.
Ms. Boger graduated from the University of California, Berkeley with a Bachelor of Arts in Cognitive Science, emphasis in Neurobiology. During her undergraduate career, Ms. Boger was involved in the UC Rally Committee and Sigma Kappa Sorority.
Ms. Boger is an avid competitive golfer. She is also a member of the San Jose Rotary Club. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, running, and wine.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 500-500 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 18 years
State: California
Acquired: 2007
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Location
Lonich Patton Ehrlich Policastri
1871 The Alameda, Suite 400, San Jose, CA, 95126
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Gretchen Zivna Boger's Reviews
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Posted by Charlie | July 1, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Top Lawyer
Gretchen came highly recommended and lived up to that recommendation. She was empathetic, passionate, responsive and tenaciously resilient in tough moments of the case to get the best outcome possible at the time. I have had experience with many lawyers in the course my conflict to have more time wit...
Posted by Sue | June 5, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Fierce, Strategic, and Relentless Advocate
Gretchen is the kind of attorney you want in your corner during a tough divorce. She’s fast, sharp, and cuts straight to the point—no fluff, no wasted time. My case was financially complex, full of lies and hidden assets, and I was convinced we’d need a forensic accountant. But Gretchen saw through i...
Posted by Mike | October 31, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very easy to work with and she’s definitely a shark in a land of seals
Gretchen (and her team) were on top of my case the moment I retained her. She’s pleasant to deal with as are her associates, but she’s a “go get ‘em” shark when it comes to business. If you’re looking for a legal separation/ dissolution of marriage Attorney… look no further and contact Gretchen at LP...
Posted by Ed L | June 2, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Lawyer & Team
I hired LPEP Law for their child custody services and was very satisfied. Gretchen Boger and Alistair Shaw were the attorneys on my file, they were professional, level-headed, and available when I needed them. Their legal knowledge helped me get the results I needed as a father looking for custody. ...
Posted by yumi | December 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
absolute brilliance
the moment i had the consultation, i hired her without a thought or any doubts. from the beginning to the end, she has always been thorough and clear. what amazed me is she is also empathic and understanding. her intellect and knowledge evidently had shown in the desired result. case dismissed!
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Experience
Honors
2020
Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates
2020
2020 Northern California Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates
2019
2019 Northern California Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates
2018
2018 Northern California Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
2017 Northern California Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Top Lawyers 2016, Top Women Attorneys of Northern California
2015
2015 Nothern California Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2015
Top 40 under 40, The National Advocates
2015
10 Best of 2015, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Equity Partner, Lonich Patton Ehrlich Policastri: Attorneys at Law
1900 - Present
Associate, Lonich Patton Ehrlich Policastri PC
2013 - 2018
Associate Attorney, Lonich Patton Ehrlich Policastri
2010 - 2013
Associate Attorney, Moreno Family Law Firm
2007 - 2010
Deputy District Attorney, San Joaquin County District Attorney's Office
Associations
2013 - Present
San Jose Rotary ClubMember
2010 - Present
Santa Clara County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
Education
2007
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
University of California - Berkeley
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2014
Lonich & Patton, LLP Blog
How Facebook Can Affect Your Divorce
2014
Lonich & Patton, LLP Blog
Beware: Sign Your MSA With Care
2013
Lonich & Patton, LLP Blog
Fighting For Your Rights
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Guides