About Elyse B. Butler

Ms. Butler is a distinguished lawyer based in San Diego, California. She is Certified by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization in Family Law; an accomplishment only approximately 5% of attorneys earn. She is also Verified by the Lead Counsel Review Board. As the founder of Butler Law, her client-focused approach to everything from property division to child custody and visitation has earned her recognition from Super Lawyers Magazine, the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, and the National Advocates. She has had the pleasure of representing NFL players, Grammy nominated musicians, and international CEOs.

In addition to her training and detailed knowledge of California law, Ms. Butler attributes her success over the years to her in-depth understanding of family dynamics and the long-term consequences of legal actions on family members. She recognizes both the emotional and the financial challenges that arise in difficult family matters, and as such works hard to achieve solutions that both meet individual goals and preserve relationships. Complex cases with international assets or child relocation (move-away) matters to countries outside the United States are those that truly remind her of why she practices family law.

To continue providing her clients with industry-leading service, she keeps her eye on prevailing trends within family law. She is passionate about providing families with much-needed assistance in finding peaceful solutions that maintain familial relationships as best as possible. Through compassionate, client-focused representation, along with creative legal strategies including collaborative divorce or mediation when appropriate, Ms. Butler does everything in her power to provide clients with resolutions that promise a bright future. However, for issues that cannot be settled, she is thoroughly skilled and versed in complex family law trials.

Ms. Butler earned her B.A. summa cum laude from Arizona State University. She went on to receive her Juris Doctor at California Western School of Law where she volunteered at the Domestic Violence Restraining Order Clinic and the Family Law Facilitator's Office. She also spent time clerking for the Honorable Robert C. Coates (ret.), further developing both her writing and legal skills by assisting in the legal research and drafting of Ending Chronic Homelessness in America's Major Cities: The Justice System Component (University of San Francisco Law Review, Fall 2007, Vol. 42.).

CERTIFIED LEGAL SPECIALTIES

• Family Law, State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization, 2014

HONORS AND AWARDS

• Lead Counsel Rated and Verified, California, Thomson Reuters

• “10 Best” Attorneys – Under 40, California, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

• “10 Best” in Client Satisfaction, California, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

• Super Lawyers Rising Stars, Recipient

• Expert Network Distinguished Lawyer, Recipient

• Finance Monthly Magazine Legal Awards, Recipient

• Who's Who, Recipient

• Top 10 Family Law Attorney, Best of the Best Attorneys

• America's Most Honored Professionals – Top 10%, the American Registry

• Top 10 Family Law Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine

• Top 100 Lawyer, the National Advocates

• Client Distinction Award, Lawyers.com and Martindale.com

• Noticed, Recipient

• Lawyers of Distinction, Distinguished Member Recipient

• Women in Law Awards, Lawyer Magazine

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS

• San Diego County Bar Association, Family Law Section

• San Diego County Bar Association, LRIS Referral Member (Family Law)

• San Diego Family Law Bar Association, Member

• Association of Certified Family Law Specialists, Member

• California Lawyers Association, Family Law Section

 

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Family Law
Posted by Collin
October 20, 2022
Hired Attorney

Awesome Team! Always made time for me and went the extra mile to resolve a meaningful matter. I’ve never had a win in Family Court. But thanks to the team at Butler, my life has been made so much easier! I highly recommend them!

Family Law
Posted by Jerry
October 17, 2022
Hired Attorney

I'm impressed she is experienced compassionate very fair and knows her job and does it well.. She makes you feel like family! she is and was an excellent recommendation. J G Slates

Family Law
Posted by Cesar
October 13, 2022
Hired Attorney

What can I say? Butler law was a breath of fresh air. Being an out of state male military vet, I didn't have much faith in the courts. The Butler Law team made everything easy and easy to understand without a bunch of legal jargan to get lost in. Very affordable, very very helpful, understanding and most importantly THEY LISTEN!!! They listened to what I needed and my concerns. I didn't have to stress about anything, everything was done in a timely manner and I had 0 worries while working with them. Most of all, they communicated, both the good AND the bad news, their concerns and thoughts and regular updates. Thank you Butler Law.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
October 11, 2022
Hired Attorney

LOOK NOT FURTHER! Going through a divorce is of course, not an easy battle. Picking a lawyer is not only a challenge but finding the right match is a rare fit for what I was looking for, until I found Butler Law. Chalsie D. Keller, Esq. with Butler Law represented me in a very complicated drawn-out and nasty contested divorce. She is the best attorney for anyone going through this type of divorce, or that are victims of domestic violence. From the day I first met Chalsie, she took the time to listen and empathize with me as she could tell that it was a very stressful and emotional time for me. She fought extremely hard for my restraining order as she simultaneously fought for my divorce.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
August 29, 2022
Hired Attorney

I am very grateful to the whole team at Butler Law for all the hard work and effort they put into my complex family law case. The Butler Law team is extremely responsive, compassionate, efficient and professional. Being represented by such a solid team, at such a difficult time was such a relief! I highly recommend this law firm to anyone who has a family law case and most definitely anyone who is facing a complex family law situation. Butler Law will support you through every step of the process. I highly recommend this law firm.

 
Family Law
Posted by Doug
August 25, 2022
Hired Attorney

Elyse & team helped me with a custody case, and I couldn't be happier with their expertise, professionalism, empathy, and positive and enthusiastic approach to my case. I'm generally not a fan of lawyers, but we've grown quite fond of Chalsie, Sarah, and Elyse. We couldn't be happier with our choice for helping us get through everything.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
June 26, 2022
Hired Attorney

This law firm has been a blessing in this difficult and drama fueled divorce and custody battle I am in. They are very helpful, friendly and understanding as well as professional while having the grit to get things done! They have stood by me for months, keeping me victorious as the battle wages on. I feel like I am in good hands and these are the women I want on my side helping me fight. When I first started searching for an attorney, I talked to so many looking for help I lost count. I honeslty was so distressed. It's not a joke that these women were the life jacket saving me from drowning. And I would love to say how much I've actually enjoyed working with Sara as well. She's very personable and reassuring and has answered any question I've thrown at her. Highly-qualified and highly recommended.

 
Family Law
Posted by Sam
April 22, 2022
Hired Attorney

Elyse is a wonderful attorney and genius. Working with her gave me the opportunity to concentrate on my work and not spare precious time on legal matters. The thing most precious of Elyse, is her ability to not judge matters based on premature fundings or fabricated claims. She allows for ample time and hearing for due diligence and facts to surface, and that is key in family cases. She also is perfect in articulating complex matters and family law codes into easily understandable verbiage. I'm certain Elyse will become a judge in the future.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
March 27, 2022
Hired Attorney

The Butler Law Firm really came through for me in the clutch. Elyse and her associate Chalsie were very efficient and thorough in quickly turning around all documents needed to submit an emergency custody ex-parte and a Request For Order (RFO). They were also extremely helpful in assisting me in preparing for my RFO hearing as I was representing my self pro se. Would absolutely recommend.

 
Family Law
Posted by Juan
February 03, 2022
Hired Attorney

Brittany represented me for my child custody case which led to a desired outcome. She was sharp and created a the feeling of reassurance during the difficult time.

Services

Areas of Law

  • Family Law 1
    • Paternity
  • Other 7
    • Divorce & Legal Separation
    • Child Custody & Visitation
    • Child & Spousal Support
    • Property Division
    • Domestic Violence & Restraining Orders
    • Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
    • Post-Judgment Modifications

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2008, California
    2008, Illinois
    U.S. District Court Southern District of California
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    California Western School of Law
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Arizona State University
    B.A.
    Journalism and Mass Communication specializing in Media Analysis and Criticism from the college of Public Programs, summa cum laude
    Legal Certifications
    Certified Family Law Specialist, Certified by the California State Board of Legal Specialization.

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501 W Broadway, Ste. 1400San Diego, CA 92101U.S.A.

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