Lindsey Anne Bannerman

Lindsey Anne Bannerman

also known as Lindsey A. Bannerman, Lindsey Anne Robbins

4.7
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 22 years

Family Lawyer at Modesto, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation ... +7 more

810 Fourteenth Street, Modesto, CA

About Lindsey

Biography

Practice Areas

10

Practice Areas

Child Custody 20%

Child custody and visitation rights are established through a court family law proceedings. I represent dads and moms in establishing a child sharing schedule that is in the best interests of the children.

23 years

20%
Divorce and Separation 20%

I represent individuals in both both simple and complex divorces and separations. I participate in litigation on a daily basis but am also able to work with a client to reach an amicable resolution outside of court.

23 years

20%
Family 20%

Family law is a broad area of the law that includes issues of visitation, support and property rights. I am a Certified Family Law Specialist as Certified by the State Bar of California. Family law requires an understanding of all areas of the law.

23 years

20%
Child Support 15%

Child support in California is established by a guideline calculator but the numbers that go into the calculator can greatly change the outcome. I understand the numbers and the potential outcomes. I also handle DCSS cases and negotiate arrears.

23 years

15%
Alimony 8%

Spousal support in California falls into two categories: temporary and permanent. I represent clients at all stages of litigation, including requests to terminate spousal support because of a change in circumstances and/or cohabitation.

23 years

8%
Domestic Violence 5%

I represent parties in obtaining Domestic Violence Restraining Order and defending against unwarranted Restraining Orders. I know what allegations of Domestic Violence can do to someone's relationship with their children and their employment.

23 years

5%
Adoption 3%

I represent families, including same sex families, in step-parent and adult adoptions. I also represent biological parents who oppose adoptions of their children.

23 years

3%
Guardianship 3%

Relative Guardianships and Non-Relative Guardianships involve placing a child or children outside of the biological family when there are issues of detriment to the child that do not rise to the level of removal of the child or children by CPS.

23 years

3%
Marriage and Prenuptials 3%

I assist parties in entering into agreements that protect assets, income and preserve interests in assets and obligations. I work with CPAs and Estate Planners in drafting an Agreement that meets goals and objectives.

23 years

3%
Uncontested Divorce 3%

I assist clients in drafting all the documentation necessary to finalize an Uncontested Divorce with complex and simple issues.

23 years

3%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-475 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 22 years

State: California

Acquired: 2003

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Lindsey A. Bannerman

810 Fourteenth Street, Modesto, CA, 95354

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Lindsey Anne Bannerman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

59 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 14 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Bethany | April 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Guardianship

I Thought There Was No Hope For My Situation!

In 2019 I was forced into a guardianship battle for my 3 children do to my unhealthy habits and life style. From the moment the guardianship happened I decided I needed to make a huge life change and I started working on myself and situation to be able to bring my kids home to me. As I did everything... that was Iasked to do and then some it seemed like I was not getting anywhere. So I decided it was time to reach out for help and I found Lindsay Bannerman who took my case and guided and explained every step that was taking place and how to go about it. Within a short time I'm happly able to say my children get to come home!!!

Posted by Heather | May 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Unprofessional

L. Bannerman was the first attorney I hired to make modifications to my current child custody paperwork. I had reviewed Avvo prior and saw the amazing reviews and experience and was hopeful that her legal team could lend a helping hand in representation and aid in pulling the emotional stress off of ...my shoulders that often plays hand in hand with separations. I hired Lindsey in Jan 2020 with the understanding that having our paperwork updated by June of 2020 was an easy goal. Lindsey and her staff have extremely poor communication skills and lack professionalism. I tried contacting Lindsey several times for an update within a 3 month span and received only two court forms from her paralegal that were completely off base from our original requests. The information was so far fetched that I was sure her office had my case mixed with someone else's while creating the documents. I tried correcting the forms and still, over a month later they were sent to me again with only a few words changed and still completely off base. I attempted to arrange a Zoom, Face Time, or in person meeting to help alleviate the miscommunication and had no response or acknowledgement from anyone in her law firm. I paid a hefty price to obtain her as a lawyer and then could not get in contact with her after. It is now May of 2020 and I have taken absolutely no steps forward in updating my custody paperwork and have set a fire under the father's bum that I am hiring an attorney and seeking change. Lindsey wasted a large portion of money I saved to better my child's future and gave me nothing back to show for it. Her office staff were terrible and only when I decided to dismiss her as counsel did her paralegal immediately send me paperwork to sign for her removal and advise that I will get an invoice for the expenses her staff used. I do not recommend her law firm and have since then taken my services to a new law firm. If you are looking for a law firm that communicates with you, is efficient and effective, and handles your case as if it were their own family involved, I HIGHLY recommend you seek services elsewhere.

Posted by Victor | May 29, 2018 | Divorce & Separation

Ms. Bannerman is Insightful and Direct ... a Great Help!

I was hesitant to hire an attorney; yes, I hold negative feelings about the legal system. Still, I was in over my head and needed advice from someone who understood the process. Lindsey Bannerman was extremely helpful to me and willing to work behind the scenes on a consulting basis. Her initial revi...ew of my case was direct; she answered my specific questions and then explored issues I had not yet considered. When I wanted further counsel, her office worked quickly and made it easy to establish the attorney client relationship. In fact, I received a response from Ms. Bannerman the very same day. Since there are often conflicting realities, she encouraged me to consider all of them in light of positives and negatives to me. Her counsel prepared me well and I was able to conclude my divorce without the ugliness and cost of court proceedings. Thank you to Ms. Bannerman!

Posted by Annie M. | May 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

After 2 Attorneys... Im so happy we found Lindsey!

At an extremely emotional and scary time in our lives Im so thankful another Attorney pointed us in Lindsey Bannerman's direction. My husband was trying to adopt my son but with the biological father was fighting us (while in prison) every step of the way, it was not allowing us to move forward with... the adoption. With a biological parent whom NEVER had any involvement but was Still the biological parent I knew we were in for a long fight... Lindsey gathered all info from us, listened very carefully to every detail, and was straight up with the different outcome possibilities. She was always very responsive to calls , emails and messages. Even offered after wk hrs calls because of our work schedules. If your looking for a very professional, affordable, no nonsense attorney, MRS. BANNERMAN is your attorney! She knows the law and the best way Ive decribed her to others is she is a very professional "pit bull" fighting for you in the court room! Her office staff was also always right on point whenever I had a question, which was often.

Posted by Diana | April 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent attorney

Lindsey was our 3rd attorney in our case, and we are so grateful to have found her. She really listens and explains all possible outcomes and steps during the case, and really put us at ease. She's very compassionate but tenacious in seeing that her clients are well represented. If we are ever in ne...ed again, Lindsey will be the first attorney we turn to.

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Lindsey Anne Bannerman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Martin Baker

Family lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Whenever a client (from my criminal defense practice) or a friend is in need of assistance with a family law matter, i never hesitate to refer them to Ms. Bannerman's office. This is because I know Ms. Bannerman to be not just a highly skilled and effective attorney in her field but also a very approachable and understanding person."

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Richard Manning

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Lindsey for years. I have only recently had an opportunity to work with her regarding a matter in her jurisdiction. She was exceedingly knowledgeable, helpful and professional. I highly recommend Lindsey."

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David Radford

Unknown lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She is an excellent attorney who is extremely proficient in her practice areas. She also cares about her clients."

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Sarah Weddle

Family lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse and highly recommend this attorney. Her extensive experience and dedication to staying current on the ever changing practice of family law make her an invaluable asset to her clients. As a certified specialist she is generous in sharing her expertise with others, which shows she is not only caring but the kind of professional who is truly dedicated to raising the bar for family lawyers in the community."

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Curtis Colaw

Family lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a top notch local attorney well qualified in the field of family law. She has good communication skills and is an effective litigator. She is the head of the local family law bar with good court connections. Highly recommended."

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Scott Mitchell

Family lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Lindsey Robbins is an excellent attorney. She is a Certified Family Law Specialist. I have had multiple cases with her as opposing counsel and she always represents her clients to the fullest extent. Lindsey has also been a great help to me when I have asked for her legal opinion on some of my other family law cases. Lindsey is a great attorney and I would recommend her services to anyone seeking family law counsel."

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Michael Scheid

Family lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have appeared on numerous cases in which Ms. Robbins was the opposing lawyer, and watched her handle many more cases. She is knowledgeable, professional and highly effective at getting results. I recommend Lindsey Robbins for a client who needs an excellent family law attorney."

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Bernie Kempen

Family lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse Lindsey Robbins' work. She has been opposing counsel on a number of cases and I have asked her to appear on some of my cases. I have learned from her. She is tough yet willing to negotiate. She knows the law. She is passionate about her professionalism."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Certified Family Law Specialist, Law Offices of Lindsey A. Bannerman

2009 - 2012

Certified Family Law Specialist, Law Offices of Lindsey A. Robbins

2004 - 2009

Attorney, Law Offices of Lindsey A. Robbins

2003 - 2004

Partner, Dixon & Robbins, Law & Mediation Services

Associations

2009 - Present

Stanislaus County Bar Association - Family Law Section

President

Stanislaus County Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

State Bar of California

Member

Education

2002

University of Wyoming

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

University of Wyoming

BS - Bachelor of Science

1999

University of Wyoming

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2015

California Family Law Practice for Paralegals Enforcing and Modifying Family Law Orders and Decrees

Languages

Spanish

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