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Ralph Thomas Santoro Jr.

4.5
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 23 years

Child custody Lawyer Practice Areas: Child Custody, Child Support, Domestic Violence, Divorce & Separation

About Ralph

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Child Custody 25%

24 years | 200 cases

25%
Child Support 25%

24 years | 300 cases

25%
Divorce and Separation 25%

24 years | 400 cases

25%
Domestic Violence 25%

24 years | 100 cases

25%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 23 years

State: California

Acquired: 2002

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Ralph Thomas Santoro Jr.'s Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

35 Client Reviews

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Posted by Eric | January 02, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Amazing attorney

Ralph helped me get through what was supposed to be an amicable divorce but turned out to be very nasty. He was extremely knowledgeable, always on time with requests, and quick to get back to me anytime I contacted him. He made me comfortable knowing that his goal was not to make as much work as pos...sible in order to gain more hours from me. He often discussed various options in terms of the amount of work necessary and what it would cost me, but did not push me to do anything I wasn't comfortable with. I highly recommend Ralph for any divorce/family law needs.

Posted by Tyler | December 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

Job Well Done

Having Mr. Santoro advocating for me was the right choice. He is a strong advocate and it makes all the difference. As a father, navigating the family court is tricky and can be perilous, Mr Santoro's experience and tact was indispensable when I needed it most. Thank you Ralph!

Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

What a process...

I came to this Christian Shank in 2018 to begin the process of my divorce. You always want things to go well and quickly, However this process is not an easy one and it will take time on most cases. It seemed like a boxing match, back and forth back and forth. Eventually every thing gets worked out a...nd you move forward. Ralph took over my case in 2020 and Under the circumstances Ralph did is due diligence at moving things along and had the knowledge to help my case. I did not enjoy the process but who does when your getting divorced. Kudos to the folks who get a divorce more than once! I admire your patience. Thank you Ralph and may God bless you and your team.

Posted by anonymous | June 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Ralph gave me sound advice and saved me thousands!

Ralph helped me revise my parents divorce stipulation. There were many variables with life insurance, a revised trust .... Ralph gave me several options and very detailed step by step instructions. It was so easy, I couldn't believe it. He also gave me very sound advice on some sensitive issues. I... literally saved thousands of dollars, got great advice and succeed in getting the stipulation changed. I would definitely use Ralph again. His work demonstrated great integrity, not always something you see if a family lawyer :) .

Posted by anonymous | April 10, 2017 | Divorce & Separation

Smart, compassionate and competent

The visceral pain of divorce and separation is not an experience I wish upon anybody. However, if you find yourself in that stage of life, it is great to have a compassionate, smart and competent advisor by your side. Ralf Santoro is just that person. He has not only helped me with the techni...calities of my divorce but he as also given me strategies on how to handle my thought process, emotions, and my expectations. Moreover, he helped me become a better communicator which is key in this process. I highly recommend Ralf Santoro to anybody who needs help or just a great resource in the divorce process.

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Ralph Thomas Santoro Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Brittany Yanni

Family lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ethical, intelligent, well respected, and an advocate for his client's. His experience speaks for itself in his representation of client's."

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Neelamjeet Kahlon-Pfister

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Highly intelligent and very knowledgeable attorney. He fights for his clients.."

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Brian Mayer

Child custody lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ralph is smart, knowledgeable, and effective."

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Caycie Favier

Family lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andy Cook

Family lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ralph is smart and aggressive and a good advocate."

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Joyce Holcomb

Family lawyer

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Rocky Johnson

Family lawyer

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Caycie Favier

Child custody lawyer

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Erin Stratte

Family lawyer

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Amiel Wade

Family lawyer

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Andy Cook

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

N/A

Certified Family Law Specialist, State Bar of California

Work Experience

2022 - Present

Senior Attorney, Goldberg Jones

2019 - 2022

Managing Attorney, Law Offices of Christian Schank & Associates

2009 - 2019

Principal, Law Offices of Ralph T. Santoro, Jr.

2008 - 2009

Associate, Law Offices of Sandra Morris

2006 - 2008

Associate, Law Offices of Beatrice Snider

2004 - 2006

Associate, Hargreaves & Taylor

Education

N/A

California Western School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2017

Winners Dinner

Proper and Improper Use of Experts in Domestic Violence Matters

Languages

English

Activity

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