James K. Carroll

James K. Carroll

3.3
Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 13 years

Family Lawyer at Santa Rosa, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Domestic Violence, Estate Planning ... +2 more

3450 Mendocino Ave, Building E, Suite A, Santa Rosa, CA

About James

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 50%

All aspects of family law to include Divorce, property division, child support, spousal support, child custody and visitation (whether married or not)

50%
Domestic Violence 20%

Obtaining and defending against Domestic Violence restraining orders

20%
Estate Planning 10%

Drafting of Wills, Trusts and other estate planning.

10%
Guardianship 10%

Obtaining Guardianship over children by a relative or family friend when the parents are unable to be the caregivers. Also defending parents against unwanted attempts for someone to obtain guardianship of their child or children

10%
Juvenile Law 10%

Juvenile Dependency (when Child Protective Services is involved)- we represent parents when CPS is taking custody of your child or children

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Always


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

Carroll Law Office

3450 Mendocino Ave, Building E, Suite A, Santa Rosa, CA, 95403

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James K. Carroll's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.3 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Nicholle | June 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Worst attorney ever

This is by far the most incompetent attorney Office let alone worst attorney I’ve ever known or worked with. I have now received transcripts from the entire trial. Not only did he completely disregard key evidence that I turned in. He didn’t turn it in or bring it up. He didn’t cross examine in a mea...ningful way. I would’ve been better off without an attorney at all. Please beware. I’d also like to point out that I asked for my case files. That email was ignored until I put it in more legal terms. Then his assistant sent me the case files while she was still uploading things that should have been part of my case trial. Over 30 pieces of evidence I submitted to him and he only used a handful and none of them, relevant absolutely dishonest.

Posted by Sara Smith | June 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

jim is a clown!

Jim is so unprofessional! I hired him for a simple hearing, he did not respond to the trial brief from the other party, nor did he meet with me prior to prepare for the hearing or discuss the other partys arguments. he was not on record as my attorney which caused me to lose my hearing. Jim literall...y has fake meetings, youu sign paperwork he will never turn in! After Jim Carroll screws your life up you will then need a good criminal lawyer! I will never see my children again because of Jim!

James Carroll

Replied last June 20, 2024

We occasionally have clients or potential clients that come to us with situations that might cause them to lose their children but if so that situation already existed. We cannot change the past or the facts of the case. Unfortunately I cannot respond further about your specific case because I don't have any clients or past clients named Sara Smith. We are not perfect and I would like to understand more about your situation so you can please email me directly if you were a client.

Posted by anonymous | June 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney

No, just no. Took money and did nothing.

Worst attorney ever. Never turned in documents. Never responds to emails or calls. Pathetic.

Posted by Maria | June 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

Family Law

James won my case, that I thought would be difficult, but of my ex being in Mexico. Turns out it wasn't hard. I am forever greatful of James being my lawyer. I recommend him.

Posted by Carie | September 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Recommendation for James Carroll

James represented me during a difficult divorce. He always presented a balanced view of the pros and cons, leaving final decisions to me. I never felt pushed or pressured. I found James to be very knowledgeable on diverse areas of family law as well as having an amazing ability to explain things in l...ayman’s terms. James also managed to ground me when my emotions got in the way of thinking about things rationally. I feel fortunate to have had James representing me during such an extremely difficult time. He has my highest recommendation!

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James K. Carroll's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christopher Malloy

Family lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Patrick Ciocca

Family lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If you have a family law issue, James is the guy you want to call."

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Jaime Cage

Unknown lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Kosner

Family lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He has great demonstrated dedication to his clients."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Other

"Great representation. I endorse this lawyer."

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Robin Estes

Family lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jim has worked with me on many matters. His writing skills are some of the best I have ever seen. He is a research dynamo. I was disappointed when he went to work at his current firm - only because then I could not longer use his services!"

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Robin Estes

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

Honors

2010

Volunteer Service Award, Legal Aid of Sonoma County

Work Experience

2010 - 2013

Paralegal / Certified Law Student, Law Office of James V. Sansone

Education

N/A

Empire Coll SOL

N/A

Santa Rosa Jr Coll

Languages

English

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