Carolyn Christine Griesemer

Carolyn Christine Griesemer

5.0
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 26 years

Juvenile law Lawyer Practice Areas: Juvenile, Child Abuse, Guardianship ... +2 more
This attorney is currently not accepting new clients.
Reason: Not Practicing

About Carolyn

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Juvenile Law 40%

16 years | 300 cases

40%
Child Abuse 25%

27 years | 50 cases

25%
Guardianship 25%

16 years

25%
Child Custody 5%

16 years

5%
Domestic Violence 5%

27 years | 150 cases

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 22 years

State: California

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Missouri for 26 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 1999

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

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Carolyn Christine Griesemer's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Samantha | June 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

Excellent Juvenile Law Attorney

We hired Carolyn to represent our interests as de facto parents in a very complex and lengthy foster care case. Her knowledge and expertise were extremely helpful as we were novices to a very confusing and difficult process. She offered excellent representation, advice and most of all support; it w...as nice to have someone represent our interests who is well known and respected in the social services community. Carolyn has a tremendous amount of experience and has relationships with all the people involved from social workers and county employees to the attorneys, PI's and judges. She was always available to take a call or meeting and was very reasonable when it came to billings and fees. Carolyn helped our family navigate through a very difficult and stressful time with positive results. We are grateful to her and would recommend her without reservation.

Posted by Marisol | September 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney

Lawyer's Services

Amazing person! She put our needs first, always available to answer any questions or doubts that I had. Supportive every step of the way and always spoke with the truth to us and explained the whole process along the way even the things I did not understand. If I ever need an attorney again I would d...efinitely hire Mrs. Griesemer again! I highly recommend Mrs. Griesemer for whatever your need may be! Awesome Job! Definitely a people person.

Posted by Patricia | June 17, 2015 | Child Custody

Granddaughter Visitation Issues

I had a referral from another attorney to call Carolyn Griesemer about visitation issues I was having regarding my granddaughter. I called her, she met with me right away. She started making phone calls, filed papers, went to a hearing (which I did not have to attend), handled everything for me and... now I have a court order to have visitation with my granddaughter two times per month. For now, two times per month will work but in the future, I might ask for more time with her and if I have any problems, I will definitely call Carolyn to handle them. I highly recommend her and I couldn't have asked for more. This matter was handled with great speed.

Posted by anonymous | February 20, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Very smart but caring lawyer

Carolyn was able to help my family member out of jail. The member was in juvenile hall. After Carolyn's help, my member was able to go home with all charges dropped. Carolyn is very responsive and kept me informed the whole time. She is very caring lawyer as well for the children. It's not a j...ob for her, she does it with her heart which makes her better than a lot of lawyers. Totally recommended to anyone that needs a family lawyer.

Posted by James | February 12, 2015 | Juvenile

Juvenile Case/ Custody (Innocent)

She is a caring, good heart for children and innocent juvenile. And always on the case. I am very amazed at what she does no matter what the situation is. Always hard working, wisdom and smart. Also always encourage her clients to go through hard time. Research clearly and carefully about the evidenc...e, case, and information. Understands the situation quickly. Therefore I'd recommend this lawyer.

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Carolyn Christine Griesemer's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Powers

Juvenile law lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She is thorough, prepared and professional in her representation of her client. Maintains mutual respect for colleagues and adversaries."

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Pamela Deavours

Juvenile law lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I certainly endorse Carolyn. She is a devoted advocate for children. She and I were opposing counsel on many cases in San Diego juvenile court and she is an excellent trial attorney, is always prepared, and takes the time to really know her clients."

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Susan Lake

Juvenile law lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Co-worker

"Ms. Griesemer is an outstanding attorney, a model for others in her profession. She is very responsive, keeps clients informed and has great relationships with her opposing counsel. She is intelligent about the law and most importantly, honest about the possible outcomes. I would recommend her to anyone."

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Evangelina Woo

Juvenile law lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Co-worker

"Carolyn was my coworker for over 4 years in juvenile dependency court. She is detail-oriented, professional, and a zealous advocate for her clients. She is well-respected by her peers as well as the bench. I highly recommend Carolyn for your legal needs."

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Beth Ploesch

Juvenile law lawyer | Sep 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Carolyn is an outstanding attorney. She is meticulous in trial and dedicated to getting the best outcome for her clients. I would refer my own family and friends to Carolyn because she is such an amazing advocate."

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Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Wiley W. Manuel Award for Pro Bono Legal Services, State Bar of California

2015

Wiley W. Manuel Certificate, State Bar of California

1999

Public Service Award, Illinois State Bar Association

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Managing Partner, Carolyn Griesemer, Attorney at Law

2010 - 2014

Senior Associate - Minor's Counsel Office, Dependency Legal Group of San Diego

2003 - 2006

Domestic Violence and Child Abuse Unit prosecutor, San Diego City Attorney's Office

2000 - 2003

Assistant Prosecutor - Domestic Violence Unit, St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney's Office

1999 - 2000

Judicial Law Clerk, Missouri Court of Appeals- Eastern District

Associations

2015 - Present

Probate Attorneys of San Diego

member

2014 - Present

National Association of Counsel for Children

Member

2004 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

1999 - Present

Missouri State Bar

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In re Samanatha T. J517807

Trial court was reversed and writ was granted in favor of my client

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Education

1999

St. Louis Univeristy School of Law

JD

1995

University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill

BA

Speaking Engagements

2003

Missouri Coalition Against Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence

2003

Criminal Law course for cadets of St. Louis Police Academy

Domestic Violence and Criminal Law

2002

College class at Washington University

Violence in Families

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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