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About Hal
Biography
My practice is limited to "Appropriate" Dispute Resolution as either a Collaborative Lawyer or Mediator. Our firm, Bartholomew & Wasznicky LLP has a reputation of providing quality legal representation with an expertise in the areas of legal and tax aspects of divorce, mediation, collaborative law, prenuptial agreements, spousal support, property settlements, child support and custody. We handle exclusively divorce and related family law matters. Please visit us at .
A LAW FIRM DEDICATED TO FAMILY LAW WITH OVER 125 YEARS OF COMBINED EXPERIENCE
Practice Areas
8
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
30%
54 years
Family
30%
54 years
Mediation
30%
48 years
Marriage and Prenuptials
4%
54 years
Fees and Rates
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in California for 53 years
State: California
Acquired: 1972
No misconduct found
Location
Bartholomew & Wasznicky LLP
4740 Folsom Boulevard, Sacramento, CA, 95819-4426
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I used Mr. Batholomew for a collaborative divorce. Because of the expertise of him and his staff, the process worked well. I don't think any other type of divorce would have been successful. They did an excellent job of keeping us informed and showed compassion and understanding as well as expert ...
Hal David Bartholomew's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Hal for over 20 years. He is one of the most highly respected attorneys in the Sacramento family law community. He is a champion of Collaborative Practice and out of court divorce, and he has worked tirelessly to educate the legal community, as well as his clients, regarding the destructive impact of litigated divorce. Hal has received some of the highest legal honors and recognitions, but he is a practical and down-to-earth practitioner with compassion and a sense of humor. It is always a pleasure to work with Hal and I endorse him."
"Hal is an experienced attorney and mediator. He is a pioneer in collaborative divorce and is skilled in helping parties reach amicable out-of-court settlements. He is very well regarded in the legal community and is very personable. I highly recommend Hal and his law firm Bartholomew & Wasznicky LLP."
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"Hal and his partner are among the leaders of an excellent family law bar in Sacramento. I cannot speak of their work highly enough.."
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"Hal's enthusiastic support for positively assisting families in the divorce transition, together with his deep knowledge of the law and his extensive experience working with families in crisis makes him a solid advocate for his client and his client's family. I strongly endorse him as a colleague and excellent human being."
"I endorse this lawyer. Hal is a knowledgeable yet kind attorney. I highly recommend him."
"Thoughtful, compassionate and a zealous advocate. However, he is able to reach a negotiated settlement when there is a settlement to be had. You would be lucky to have him represent you."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Hal for many years. He is an excellent, kind and smart lawyer. Highly recommended."
George Richardson
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Northern California Super Lawyers
2014
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Kobayashi Award, Family Law Section - Sacramento County Bar Association
2014
Best of the Bar, Sacramento Business Nournal
2013
Super Lawyer, Northern California Super Lawyers
2013
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Super Lawyer, Northern California Super Lawyers
2012
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Northern California Super Lawyer, Super Lawyer
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Super Lawyer, Northern California Super Lawyers 2010
2010
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Certified Mediator, Mediator.Com
2009
Northern California Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Northern California Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Northern California Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2007
Northern California Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2007
Eureka Award, Collaborative Practice - California
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2006
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2006
Northern California Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2005
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2005
Northern California Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2004
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2004
Northern California Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2001
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell
2000
Fellow, International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
1999
Award for Outstanding Course Materials, CPA Education Foundation
1997
Paul Harris Fellow, Rotary club of Sacramento
1997
Elk Grove Citizen of the Year, Elk Grove Community Organizations
1997
Sacramento Rotary Fellow, Rotary Club of Sacramento
1995
Fellow, American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
1995
AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
1994
Citizen Award, Calif. Parks & Recreation Society District II
1980
Certified Family Law Specialist, California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization
N/A
Certified Mediator, American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
Work Experience
1989 - Present
Partner, Bartholomew & Wasznicky LLP
1972 - 1989
Partner, Desmond, Miller, Desmond & Bartholomew
Associations
2009 - Present
Northern California Chapter - American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersPresident
2000 - Present
International Academy of Matrimonial LawyersFellow
1995 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersFellow
1985 - Present
Rotary Club of SacramentoMember
1973 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1972 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Association of Certified Family Law Specialists
Member
American Arbitration Association
Member
Northern California Mediation Association
Member
Conference of Lawyer Mediators
Member
Academy of Family Mediators
Life Member
2006 - 2008
Collaborative Practice CaliforniaPresident
2006 - 2010
Collaborative Practice - California (CPCal)Director
2003 - 2009
Sacramento Collaborative Practice GroupPresident
1998 - 1999
Rotary Club of SacramentoPresident
1993 - 1994
Family Law Section-SacramentoChairman
Education
1971
University of California, Davis, School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1968
University of California - Davis
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2009
Legal and Tax Strategies for Divorce Professionals
Legal and Tax Strategies for Divorce
2009
Family Law 101 for the Financial Professional
The Divorce Process
2009
Family Law 101 for Mental Health Professionals
The Marital Dissolution
2009
Butte County Family Law Section
Collaborative Divorce - An Overview
2009
Basic Interdisciplinary Collaborative Training
Collaborative Practice
2008
Tax Consequences of Divorce
Tax Consequences of Divorce
2008
Interdisciplinary Collaborative Training - Sacramento Collaboratiave Practice Group
Basic Interdisciplinary Collaborative Training - Two Day
2008
CPCal Celebration III
Tax Consequences for Collaborative Professionals
2007
Legal Secretarys Annual Seminar
Collaborative Divorce Practice
2007
CPA Continuing Education
Tax Consequences of Divorce
2007
AICPA Annual Fraud Conference
Divorce Taxation
2006
CPA Continuing Education
Tax Consequences of Divorce
2006
Basic Collaborative Law Training
Collaborative Practice
2005
Tax Consequences of Divorce
Tax Consequences of Divorce
2004
Tax Consequences of Divorce
Tax Consequences of Divorce
2002
AAML- Southern California Chapter Retreat
Advanced Tax Consequences of Marital Dissolutions
Publications
2009
Legal and Tax Strategies for Divorce Professionals
Legal and Tax Strategies for Divorce Professionals
2008
Tax Consequences of Divorce -Cal - CPA
Tax Consequences of Divorce Textbook
2007
State Bar of California
Collaborative Practice in Family Law Endorsed By The Legislature
2007
Tax Consequences of Divorce Text
Tax Consequences of Divorce
2005
California CPA Magazine
A Respectful Divorce
2004
Tax Consequences of Divorce Text
Tax Consequences of Divorce
2003
Assoc. of Certified Family Specialists
Collaborative Negotiation: A New Approach to Family Law
1999
Child Custody - Sacramento Region Edition
Child Custody, a Practical Guide for Parents
1998
Tax Aspects of Marital Dissolutions
California Society of Certified Public Accountants Education Division texts of Tax Aspects of Marital Dissolutions
1990
Advanced Tax Problems of Marital Dissolution
Advanced Tax Problems of Marital Dissolution
1985
Tax Aspects of Marital Dissolutions
California Society of Certified Public Education Division texts of Tax Aspects of Marital Dissolutions
Languages
English