Karen Jean Cline

Karen Jean Cline

4.8
Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 39 years

Family Lawyer at Santa Rosa, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +2 more

703 2nd St Ste 302, Santa Rosa, CA

About Karen

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 20%

Includes support, custody and visitation, division of assets and debts, prenuptial, post nuptial, domestic violence and restraining orders, and the mediation of all family law matters.

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 275-275 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 39 years

State: California

Acquired: 1986

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Karen Cline

703 2nd St Ste 302, Santa Rosa, CA, 95404-6504

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Karen Jean Cline's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Tim | January 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

A Needle in a Haystack

I retained, observed (as opposing counsel) or interviewed EIGHT attorneys since my custody case began. DON'T HESITATE TO RETAIN KAREN CLINE – if she’s able to take you on you’ll be thankful. Karen (and her staff) are attentive, efficient, effective in court and truly compassionate. Karen’s skill and ...integrity are worth their weight in gold. Karen provides the peace of mind that comes with knowing she cares as much about the well-being of my daughter and the outcome of my case as me. With Karen’s private practice you’ll get a level of service that’s nearly impossible to find elsewhere as you navigate what's likely to be one of the most difficult challenges of your life.

Posted by Jeffery | December 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Marriage & Prenuptials

SUPER ATTENTIVE ATTORNEY

Attorney Karen Cline helped review and draft changes to our prenuptial agreement. She explained every aspect of the law as it relates to real-world possibilities, in terms we could understand. She is friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. Her and her support staff were there for us every time we ...had questions or concerns--we highly recommend the legal services of Karen Cline!

Posted by anonymous | November 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Efficiency, Knowledge, and Integrity

Karen listened carefully while keeping insightful, efficient focus on my child support modification case. She helped me understand my options and organize my case in ways that made me feel very grateful I came to her instead of trying to do it on my own. The day of my hearing she was clear, sharp, an...d represented me very well. I am grateful for her services and recommend her highly.

Posted by Dimitri | November 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Amazing

During the most difficult, and turbulent time of my life I reached out for legal help and hired the best the layer I could find. Karen and her team of amazingly talented staff fought for me and gave me the peace of mind that I needed. There is no better professional than Karen; I have recommended her... to friends in need and will do so again. I hired Karen four years ago and continue to use her as my Attorney. Her court room skills are incredible but her personal skills, leadership and grace are what really impress me. In an arena of uncertainty I know everything is going to be alright with Karen representing me.

Posted by anonymous | October 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

Highly Experienced, Effective with Integrity

I have hired Ms. Cline on more than one occasion and her expertise in family law has brought favorable results. Karen Cline is a superb attorney and is extremely effective and experienced counsel. She is articulate, smart and tough and knows exactly when to make a very pointed response to an argument.... She listens carefully and provides advice with great judgement and integrity. Ms. Cline made herself available to answer questions and concerns above and beyond the call of duty. Her years of experience make her services cost effective. Her front of the office staff is knowledgeable, experienced and professional.

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Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Owner/Attorney, Law Offices of Karen Cline

1984 - 1986

Deputy City Attorney, City of San Diego

Associations

Sonoma County Bar Association

Member

Education

1985

California Western School of Law

Doctor of Law (J.D.)

1981

Arizona State University

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

Languages

English

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