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AV Preeminent Peer Rated Attorneys
Berkeley Residents, consider several factors when selecting a lawyer including their experience, expertise, and reputation. AV Rated Attorneys represent a distinguished group of lawyers who have received top ratings from their peers for their exceptional ethical standards and an A grade (4.5 or higher).

Thorpe Law

5.0
1 Review

  • 2030 Addison st, Suite 300, Berkeley, CA 94704

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers1 award

  • We’ve moved to the East Bay! Our main offices are now located less than a block from the Bart station in the theater district in downtown Berkeley: 2030 Addison Street, Suite... Read More

  • Divorce LawyersFamily Law, Custody, and 20 more

Trevor Thorpe
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White Oak Law, PC

Not yet reviewed

  • Serving Berkeley, CA and Alameda County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer

  • A law firm practicing divorce law.

  • Divorce LawyersFamily Law, Child Custody & Visitation, and 12 more

James P. White
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Law Office of Cynthia A. Magnus

4.5
6 Reviews

  • Serving Berkeley, CA and Alameda County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • A law firm practicing divorce law.

  • Divorce LawyersFamily Law, Dissolution of Marriage, and 6 more

Cynthia Magnus
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Winter & Ross

5.0
1 Review

  • Serving Berkeley, CA

  • Law Firm with 6 lawyers1 award

  • Family law including Marital Dissolutions, Custody and Post-Judgment Proceedings.

  • Divorce LawyersFamily Law, Marital Dissolutions, and 2 more

Janice Jentz Esq.
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Law Office of Brian Beckwith

4.7
13 Reviews

  • Serving Berkeley, CA and Alameda County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer3 awards

  • Over 33 Years of Experience. Serving Clients Throughout the San Francisco Bay Area in Injury & Family Law Matters.

  • Divorce LawyersAppellate Practice, Family Law, and 59 more

  • Free Consultation

Brian B Beckwith
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Tierney Law Group, PC

4.9
41 Reviews

  • Serving Berkeley, CA and Alameda County, California

  • Law Firm with 5 lawyers2 awards

  • A law firm practicing divorce law.

  • Divorce LawyersFamily Law, Child & Spousal Support, and 14 more

Kent Tierney Esq.
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Maryann Dresner

Not yet reviewed

  • Serving Berkeley, CA and Alameda County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer

  • Experienced Attorney in Business Litigation, Contract Negotiations and Family Law including Divorce, Child Support and Child Custody

  • Divorce LawyersBusiness Litigation, Construction Law, and 14 more

Maryann Dresner
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Law Offices of Ann Riley

4.5
2 Reviews

  • Serving Berkeley, CA

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Certified family law specialist

  • Divorce LawyersFamily Law, Appellate Practice, and 6 more

  • Free Consultation

Ann L. Riley
Divorce Lawyer
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Van Voorhis & Sosna LLP

4.7
33 Reviews

  • Serving Berkeley, CA

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers2 awards

  • Specializing only in family law in the San Francisco Bay Area, Van Voorhis & Sosna LLP offers legal advice and representation based on integrity, trust, and understanding.

  • Divorce LawyersCustody, Pre-Marital Agreements, and 6 more

  • Free Consultation

Ariel Sosna
Divorce Lawyer
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John Park Law

Not yet reviewed

  • Serving Berkeley, CA and Alameda County, California

  • Law Firm with 6 lawyers

  • Our Priority Is To Deliver Personalized Legal Representation To All Clients.

  • Divorce LawyersAsset Protection, High Net Worth Estates Nevada, and 9 more

Gary Ebersbach Esq.
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Lawhon Law & Mediation, P.C.

5.0
1 Review

  • Serving Berkeley, CA and Alameda County, California

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers1 award

  • Experienced divorce mediators in San Francisco at Lawhon Law & Mediation, P.C. work efficiently and compassionately to guide couples through the divorce process as well as... Read More

  • Divorce LawyersDivorce Mediation, Family Mediation, and 17 more

Shelley Kennedy
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Van Voorhis & Sosna LLP

4.7
33 Reviews

  • Serving Berkeley, CA and Alameda County, California

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers2 awards

  • Specializing only in family law in the San Francisco Bay Area, Van Voorhis & Sosna LLP offers legal advice and representation based on integrity, trust, and understanding.

  • Divorce LawyersCustody, Pre-Marital Agreements, and 6 more

  • Free Consultation

Ariel Sosna
Divorce Lawyer
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Law Offices of Matthew J. Gonsalves

4.0
4 Reviews

  • Serving Berkeley, CA and Alameda County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Family Law, Divorce, Parentage, Child Custody, Spousal Support, Child Support, Domestic Violence, Contract Law, Probate, Wills, Estate Law, Guardianship, Conservatorship, Auto... Read More

  • Divorce LawyersWe Are Able To Assist You With Most Legal Issues, Family Law, and 47 more

Matthew Joseph Gonsalves
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Christy, Keith & Donnell Family Law Group, P.C.

4.4
31 Reviews

  • Serving Berkeley, CA and Alameda County, California

  • Law Firm with 8 lawyers2 awards

  • Guiding You ThroughFounded in 2007 in the Bay Area of California, Christy, Keith & Donnell Family Law Group, P.C. is an exceptional law firm. Our attorneys provide compassionate... Read More

  • Divorce LawyersChildren, Child Custody and Visitation, and 20 more

Odessa Donnell
Partner
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Bley and Bley

5.0
1 Review

  • Serving Berkeley, CA

  • Law Firm with 7 lawyers1 award

  • Family Law.

  • Divorce LawyersFamily Law, Child Support, and 4 more

Samantha Bley DeJean
Principal
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Martin James Elmer, Esq.

  • 1915 Addison St., Berkeley, CA 94704

Bartlett Law Firm

  • 2140 Shattuck Ave., Ste. 601, Berkeley, CA 94704

Walter K. Pyle & Associates

  • 2039 Shattuck Avenue, Suite 202, Berkeley, CA 94704-1116

Law Offices of Manuel A. Juarez

  • 2143 Cedar Street, Suite 200, Berkeley, CA 94709

Evelyn J. Herrera

  • 2832 College Ave., Berkeley, CA 94705

Mediation Offices of Martin F. Triano

  • 1831 Solano Avenue, Suite 7489, Berkeley, CA 94707

Patrice Truman-Stumpf

  • 949 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94707

Korb Law

  • 1609 Solano Ave., Berkeley, CA 94707

Sabharwal Law Offices

  • 1816 Fifth Street, Berkeley, CA 94710

Joel H. Tranter, Attorney at Law

  • 2161 Shattuck Ave., Ste. 315, Berkeley, CA 94704

Mediation and Collaborative Practice of Ariel B. Winger

  • 2832 College Ave., Berkeley, CA 94705

Law Office of Sharon Alkire

  • 1604 Solano Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94707

Law Offices of Triano & Byrne

  • Berkeley, CA 94707-0489

The Law Offices of David Welty

  • 821 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94710

Law and Mediation Office of Judith Joshel

  • 2171 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94704

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Commonly Asked Divorce Questions From Users Near You

This information is not legal advice and is not guaranteed to be correct, complete or up-to-date. It is provided for general informational purposes only. If you need legal advice you should consult a licensed attorney in your area.

Can I get an annulment or should I just get a divorce?

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Answered by attorney Steven Jed Alpers (Unclaimed Profile)
Divorce lawyer at Steven J. Alpers, A Professional Corporation
If his divorce was not final, you could file for annulment, but you would have to check the court file first. There is no monetary difference in the property division, but there would be with the ability to get spousal support.
If his divorce was not final, you could file for annulment, but you would have to check the court file first. There is no monetary difference in the property division, but there would be with the ability to get spousal support.
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Is it true that I have to wait until my ex is in retiring age before I can get my 50% of his retirement?

Tajara Dommershausen
Answered by attorney Tajara Dommershausen (Unclaimed Profile)
Divorce lawyer at Petit & Dommershausen, S.C.
Depends on what kind of plan. If it is an IRA or a similar plan, you can withdraw it. If it is a pension then you have to wait.
Depends on what kind of plan. If it is an IRA or a similar plan, you can withdraw it. If it is a pension then you have to wait.

What can my mom do if her husband abandoned her?

Rebecca A Rainwater
Answered by attorney Rebecca A Rainwater (Unclaimed Profile)
Divorce lawyer at Landon Rainwater Robinson LLP
If he has a will the terms in that document controls. There are many issues I cannot address as there are not enough facts. What ever separate property he had will go to whoever he chooses. If property is community, meaning it was acquired during the marriage he can devise 1/2 away if he chooses. You should consult a probate attorney regarding your specific situation. If you have a copy of the will take it the attorney.
If he has a will the terms in that document controls. There are many issues I cannot address as there are not enough facts. What ever separate property he had will go to whoever he chooses. If property is community, meaning it was acquired during the marriage he can devise 1/2 away if he chooses. You should consult a probate attorney regarding your specific situation. If you have a copy of the will take it the attorney.
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