Christina Elizabeth Cortino

Christina Elizabeth Cortino

4.5
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 13 years

Domestic violence Lawyer at Sacramento, CA
Practice Areas: Domestic Violence, Child Custody, Litigation

1601 Alhambra Blvd, Suite 100, Sacramento, CA

About Christina

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Domestic Violence 55%

Represent clients in domestic violence restraining order proceedings before the Superior Court in over ten counties. Achieve excellent outcomes in a variety of complex situations, including domestic violence defense.

14 years | 310 cases

55%
Child Custody 35%

14 years | 171 cases

35%
Litigation 10%

Our firm handles litigation of civil harassment restraining order cases in northern California counties. We have defended litigants facing restraining orders from neighbors, landlords, property managers, and extended family.

14 years | 160 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 300-350 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 13 years

State: California

Acquired: 2012

Disbarred

No misconduct found

Location

Cortino Law Office

1601 Alhambra Blvd, Suite 100, Sacramento, CA, 95816

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Christina Elizabeth Cortino's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Christopher | October 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Difficult Family Law Case

Was excellent at taking over a very unique case and addressing all of the issues noted.

Posted by anonymous | May 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Super responsive and efficient!

Christina is a great family lawyer, she understands the process well and listens to her clients. She is witty and a quick thinker, she is someone you want in your corner!

Posted by anonymous | September 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

Helping to Right the Wrongs

Miss. Cortino is a refreshing look at both Law and Humanity. I found Miss Cortino after lawyer number four in my case. First lawyer was great, but like a fool I took my ex back and attempted to make it work. worse mistake of my life. She now practices criminal law and I would still recommend her.... Her name is Lori Calvert. Next I had a attorney named Robert Kitay and the advise he gave me almost got me arrested. He was disciplined by the BAR for a unrelated issue. I then hired a third attorney who would not do anything I had to do it myself. So after great period of time I came to the conclusion I did not need her. After terrible results in court and having the other side removed during a Kennedy v Eldridge claim Mr. Bobby P Luna was recused in the matter for violation of conflict of interest we started getting somewhere. I then hired another attorney who did not even show to court fired her. went on my own again. after several months and a trial that was a joke I again hit road blocks. That is when a add was sent to me for Christina Cortino, I hired her and she has been by my side since, She saw all of the injustices and has help me fight even thru losses. She is always available and not like any other attorney I know. She genuinely cares about children's, and fathers rights. I refer her to anyone I meet needing Family Law assistance. as Miss. Cortino is not only a knowledgeable litigator and advocate. She is a true friend to a client. So when you have the melt down she is compassionate enough to let you get off your chest what you need to with out thinking any less of you. I can not even begin to tell you how horrible this case I am in has been. I will say that I wish I had been given her number by Mrs.Calvert. I wish anyone had told me her number. Because in the beginning when i was scared and alone she would have been the Sheppard in the night and brought me home. I know there are a lot of choices in Lawyers, but I am not sure if I could put a price on Christina that is fair. She brings faith to a profession that most feel are slimy and full of greed. If you need help and you care about your children and sanity, call no one else!

Posted by anonymous | July 04, 2016 | Alimony

Excellent family law lawyer

I hired Christina to represent me in enforcing court ordered alimony against my ex husband. She knew the law and was a very strong advocate for me in court at the hearing. She was able to help me attach my exs assets to pay for the support he was behind on. She explained everything to me from start t...o finish. I had another attorney at the beginning of my divorce and Christina was much more on top of my case and kept me in the loop. I am happy I hired her to help me.

Posted by anonymous | July 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant

Help With Landlord Repair Issue

Ms. Cortino provided excellent services for an issue I had with my landlord. The AC in my apartment was broken for over a month and my landlord was giving me the runaround to avoid fixing the AC. Ms. Cortino informed me I had rights and remedies for getting the AC fixed and what the landlord was doin...g was unacceptable. Ms. Cortino contacted my landlord several times via email, letter, and over the phone, starting with trying to resolve the issue politely, and then increasingly firm because my landlord continued to drag their feet. Ms. Cortino also listened to my frustrations over the broken AC during the summer, and my concerns with damaging my relationship with my landlord. It took several communications, but Ms. Cortino continued to contact my landlord every time they put another hurdle in the way of getting the repair made. Thanks to Ms. Cortino's help, my landlord took action and replaced the broken AC. I know if I tried to deal with the situation myself my landlord would still be making excuses and dragging their feet.

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Christina Elizabeth Cortino's Lawyer Endorsements

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Child custody lawyer | Dec 28

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ellen Arabian-Lee

Family lawyer | Oct 23

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sarah Horowitz

Litigation lawyer | Oct 22

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Eleanor Washburn

Family lawyer | Oct 22

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"I endorse this lawyer. She is extremely knowledgeable and I would recommend her."

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Samantha McCarthy

Litigation lawyer | Oct 22

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Temani Adams

Unknown lawyer | Oct 22

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jessica Saiontz

Litigation lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

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Stephanie Willis

Child custody lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Breanna Cornwall

Family lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Cortino is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. She is a strong and zealous advocate for her clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend her as a family law attorney."

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Aerin Murphy

Family lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a colleague and fellow lawyer in her community, I recommend attorney Christina Cortino without reservation. In fact, I often rely on her often for guidance and advice in my own practice, because she is such a pro. If you are in need of a family law attorney, look no further."

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Kelly Babineau

Family lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Cortino is an outstanding attorney. She is dedicated to her clients and works extremely hard to achieve the desired outcome."

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Julie Wolff

Family lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. When I lived in Sacramento, I was always very impressed by Christina's knowledge of and passion for the law. Now that I'm practing in San Diego, she is my go-to attorney for referrals in Sacramento."

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Lara Cullinane-Smith

Litigation lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Christina has helped me on several matters, including a complex family law and real estate matter over the past year. She is an excellent attorney and I send all my Sacramento area referrals to her."

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Michelle Trigger

Environmental and natural resources lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Christina is my resource for all things environmental and land use-related. She is knowledgeable, tenacious, and hard-working."

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Travis Clark

Litigation lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Christina is skilled, competent, expedient and a joy to work with. We attended law school and worked on multiple projects together. She will not placate you, she is open honest and will explain the pros and cons of your case to you."

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Jessica Warne

Environmental and natural resources lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Cortino is an extremely intelligent and dedicated attorney who works tirelessly in her clients' interests. I endorse her wholeheartedly!"

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Eleanor Washburn

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Sarah Horowitz

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Honors

2018

SuperLawyers Rising Star Award, SuperLawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

SuperLawyers Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2016

Top Women Attorneys in Northern California, SuperLawyers

2016

Top Attorney - Environmental Law, Sacramento Magazine

2012

Participant Award, Anthony M. Kennedy Inn of Court

2012

Dean's List (2009-2012), University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Attorney/Owner, Law Office of Christina E. Cortino

2015 - 2016

Associate Attorney, King, Williams, & Gleason LLP

2013 - 2015

Associate Attorney, Harrison, Temblador, Hungerford, & Johnson LLP

2012 - 2013

Associate Attorney, Baydaline & Jacobsen LLP

2011 - 2011

Summer Law Clerk, Gresham Savage Nolan & Tilden

2010 - 2011

Law Clerk, Sacramento County District Attorney

2008 - 2008

Family Law Paralegal, Community Legal Information Center

Associations

2013 - Present

California Women Lawyers

Member

2009 - Present

American Geophysical Union

Member

2009 - Present

Sacramento County Bar Associaton

Member

2009 - Present

Women Lawyers of Sacramento

Member

2009 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2016 - 2018

Women Lawyers of Sacramento

Chair

2013 - 2015

CalCIMA

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Resolved 14+ Year Custody Dispute Without Litigation

Successful

Trial Defense of Domestic Violence Restraining Order & Custody Challenge

Successful

Trial Advocacy for Domestic Violence Restraining Order

Successful

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Education

2012

McGeorge SOL Univ of the Pacific

JD - Juris Doctor

2008

California St Univ Chico

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2017

Family Law 101

Defending Yourself Against Domestic Violence Allegations

2016

Family Law Series

Co-Parenting Communication & Conflict Resolution

2015

Subdivision Map Act Comprehensive Course

Subdivision Map Act

2014

SMARA Technical Course

SMARA Technical Course

2014

A Year Out: What's Next?

Navigating Lateral Moves in Private Practice

2007

2007 Annual Cordilleran Section Meeting

Characterization of Tuscan Formation Lahar Flows

Publications

2016

State Bar of California, Young Lawyers Association Journal LinkedIn: Tips for Attorneys

Languages

English

Activity

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