San Mateo, CA Family Lawyers

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Family lawyers advise and represent clients in matters like divorce, custody, adoption, prenuptial agreements, and the civil aspects of domestic violence. They draft agreements, negotiate settlements, appear in family court, protect parental and financial rights, help enforce orders, and provide emotional and procedural guidance through sensitive family transitions.

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Family Attorney near San Mateo (Redwood City)

Family Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Family, Real Estate, Estate Planning

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Rating: 8.4

Call for a consultation(650) 516-4709

Kenneth Roy Linthicum's Website

Schoenberg Family Law Group PC
155 Bovet Road, Suite 660, San Mateo, CA

Family Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody

Rating: 3.9

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Family Attorney near San Mateo (Burlingame)

Family Lawyer Licensed for 43 years

Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence and more

RESOLVE PROBLEMS IN THE BEST WAY POSSIBLE - CALL TODAY

Rating: 8.4

Call for a consultation(650) 651-5173

Eileen M Avila's Website

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Family Attorney near San Mateo (Burlingame)

Family Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Family

Review: "Out of 5 attorneys I have hired over the years, Amy has a proven track record for being very responsive to my calls and questions."

Rating: 6.5

Call for a consultation(650) 735-8718

Amy Jessica Sherman's Website

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Family Attorney near San Mateo (Redwood City)

Family Lawyer Licensed for 48 years

Practice Areas: Family, Personal Injury, Divorce & Separation and more

Bio: I am Joseph Zoucha and I am an experienced trial lawyer in California. I am focused on helping my clients by providing assertive representation in the courtroom, as well as straightforward and practical advice. Despite what you’ve heard, the legal...

Rating: 7.6

Call for a FREE consultation(650) 480-3479

Review: "Elias was one is the most proficient, professional and intelligent lawyers I’ve ever had the pleasure of hiring. He’s honest, fair and has a lot of heart with his cases. I experienced impeccable service from his firm. I will never go anywhere else..."

Joseph Robert Zoucha's Website

Family Attorney near San Mateo (Redwood City)

Family Lawyer Licensed for 22 years

Practice Areas: Family

Rating: 7.9

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Family Attorney near San Mateo (Redwood City)

Family Lawyer Licensed for 22 years

Practice Areas: Family

Rating: 9.2

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Family Attorney near San Mateo (Burlingame)

Family Lawyer Licensed for 39 years

Practice Areas: Family, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more

Burlingame family lawyer guiding Bay Area clients through divorce, custody, and support with practical strategies, clear communication, and advocacy focused on protecting children and assets.

Rating: 6.7

Call for a consultation(415) 843-4609

John Albert Iaccarino's Website

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Family Attorney near San Mateo (Redwood City)

Family Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Family, Trusts, Wills & Living Wills and more

Rating: 9.5

Call for a consultation(650) 514-6436

Melissa Raneri Karlsten's Website

Family Attorney near San Mateo (Half Moon Bay)

Family Lawyer Licensed for 53 years

Practice Areas: Family, Probate, Real Estate

Bio: I have been engaged in the general practice of law in half Moon Bay for 45 years and am continuing to work because I love what I do. I always try to setlle my litigation cases first, but if that fails I am ready to litigate and fight hard for my c...

Rating: 9.2

Review: "Mr. Hubbard came highly recommended to me for help with my child custody case. From the beginning of our relationship to the eventual victory, he was very caring, professional, and an outstanding advocate for my cause. My case turned out to be a v..."

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Family Attorney near San Mateo (San Carlos)

Family Lawyer Licensed for 43 years

Practice Areas: Family, Litigation, Real Estate and more

Rating: 8.1

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Family Attorney near San Mateo (Redwood City)

Family Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Family, Trusts, Estate Planning and more

Rating: 9.6

Call for a consultation(650) 649-4369

Sarah A. Brooks's Website

Family Attorney near San Mateo (Redwood City)

Family Lawyer Licensed for 27 years

Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Support and more

Review: "Flora has been my family attorney since 2015 and she stuck with me through my high conflict divorce. I can't thank her enough."

Rating: 8.1

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Family Attorney near San Mateo (Redwood City)

Family Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody and more

Bio: Michelle Melen practices family law in the Redwood City area. Her office is next to Woodside Plaza Shopping Center and has convenient access to the 280 freeway. She is a member of the San Mateo County Bar Association and the Santa Clara County Bar...

Rating: 7.2

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Family Attorney near San Mateo (Oakland)

Family Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

Bio: I came to law after UC Berkeley. I spent that year traveling in Europe, and what stayed with me was how much of a person's situation can turn on whether anyone is willing to speak for them. I came home and started where that was most immediate - v...

Rating: 7.0

Review: "I hired Steve after interviewing 7 attorneys, for a dissolution and property settlement. Steve hung in with me, always advising complete accuracy on my part in a protracted settlement. He helped me objectify the situation in a difficult emotional ..."

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Family Attorney near San Mateo (Burlingame)

Family Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Family

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Family Attorney near San Mateo (Burlingame)

Family Lawyer Licensed for 31 years

Practice Areas: Family

Review: "Nancy’s law office came highly recommended to me when I was a difficult situation. I have a complex dissolution case that involves domestic violence and significant assets. My soon-to-be ex-husband decided to take possession of an asset of mine th..."

Rating: 6.7

Review: "Debbie has a great heart and is passionate about what she does. She may have a tendency to be brash sometimes but it's in the best interest at hand. I wished sometimes she would be more agressive when the other party is a narrsistic and a psychopa..."

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Family Attorney near San Mateo (Woodside)

Family Lawyer Licensed for 27 years

Practice Areas: Family

Rating: 6.9