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also known as Law Office of Cheryl L. Sommers
I am a Family Law, Probate and Estate Planning and Bankruptcy attorney in the Bay and Sacramento areas. I handle divorce, custody, and support matters as well as estate planning which includes wills, trusts, durable power of attorneys, asset protection strategies. I also handle probate cases and estate administration including conservatorships and guardianships. In addition, my office handles Bankruptcy cases including Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 filings as well as Adversary Proceedings.
I became a lawyer because I wanted to help people. I feel my practice areas, helping families with issues close to home, gives me the best opportunity to accomplish that and I would be happy to help you with yours.
With my 13 years experience you can expect prompt, professional and effective representation.
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Acquired: 2007
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5011 Golden Foothill Parkway, Suite 5A, El Dorado Hills, CA, 95762
3984 Washington Blvd., #145, Fremont, CA, 94538
9 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | October 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Excellent
Thorough, knowledgeable, always prompt with responses. Respectful and considerate. Highly recommend.
Posted by anonymous | September 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Professional
Cheryl is excellent in understanding your needs . Cheryl explains in a way you know without a doubt she has your best interests in mind . Cheryl is also proactive in her approach and communication.
Posted by Misha | August 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Weak and unprepared In Family Court
I have given this review a full year to sit before posting in case my opinion has changed, but it has not. Cheryl did the bare minimum when it came to my custody case and was completely unprepared when it came to cross examination during trial. Although the case was open/shut and 50/50 schedule was e...
Posted by anonymous | February 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family
Best attorney!
I’m so very thankful to have Cheryl representing me in what has become a nightmare for me with my 3 yr old son and his Narcissistic father. This is one of the most hardest things I have ever had to go through and I’m grateful to have her there for my family. I have been harassed and bullied, and set...
Posted by Peter | August 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Knowledgeable and gets results...
I have had a lot of different events over the years where I needed legal help. Cheryl always listened well, came up with a game plan, and implemented that plan to get results for me. She helped me in a lot of legal situations and if she didn't feel that she had the experience needed to help me out,...
Family lawyer
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Cheryl L. Sommers
2015 - Present
Alameda County Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
Bay East Association of RealtorsMember
2006
JD - Juris Doctor
2016
Estate Planning
English
Legal Answers
Beneficiary refuses cheques and demands wire transfer only which can not be done. What are my options?
24 Aug 2020
Are my sister & I entitled to an equal share of my father’s estate if he didn’t have a will but our brother is the executor?
20 Aug 2020
What are my rights living in California?
22 Aug 2020