Attorney Profile

Description of Practice: I am an experienced attorney whose legal practice has emphasized family law since 1985. I have handled hundreds of divorces, child custody disputes, child and spousal support matters, property issues, and restraining orders over that period of time.

I was trained in the practice of mediation in 1988 and have been helping separating couples successfully mediate marital settlement agreements ever since. I am also comfortable going to court because I realize that it is not possible to settle all cases. Some areas of the law are "gray" and both sides have a significant legal basis for their position, thus the facts in those cases must be presented to a judge so that a decision can be made.

I offer a no obligation 20-30 minute initial consultation for Sonoma County residents looking to hire a family law attorney. If you wish to make an initial appointment call my office (707-578-2336). It usually takes between 2-10 days to get in to see me.

Education Background: I graduated with honors from U.C. Riverside with a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics. I graduated with high honors from Golden Gate University in San Francisco with a Masters of Business Administration degree. I graduated with highest honors (order of coif) from McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento with a Juris Doctorate Degree.

I was admitted to practice law in California in December 1984. I have practiced law in Sonoma County ever since. I attend continuing education classes in family law every year and subscribe to Family Law Monthly magazine to keep up with the current changes and trends in family law.

Areas of Practice

• Family Law and Divorce
• Marital Settlement Agreements
• Divorce Mediation and Litigation
• Division of Marital Property and Debt
• Child Support and Spousal Support
• Child Custody and Visitation
• Wills and Trusts
• Probate Litigation
• Probate and Trust Administration
• Alternative Dispute Resolution

Bar Admissions

• California, 1984

Education

• McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific, Sacramento, California, 1984
  J.D.
  Honors: Order of Coif
  
  
• Golden Gate University, San Francisco, 1981
  M.B.A.
  Honors: High Honors
  
  
• U C Riverside, Riverside, CA, USA, 1971
  B.A.
  Honors: With Honors
  Major: Economics