Oakland Family Law and Divorce
Open lines of communication are essential to the conduct of your case. To that end, you can expect that:
- I will promptly inform you of developments in your case and I will maintain regular communication with you.
- Pleadings, correspondence, and other documents related to the litigation will be forwarded to you as they are prepared, filed, or received.
- You may contact me any time you wish to discuss your case.
- All phone calls will be returned promptly.
- Your interactions with my staff will be professional, helpful, and friendly. It is a point of pride that my staff averages over fourteen years of service with me. They are well trained, informed, and unfailingly courteous.
At the same time, communication is a two-way street, and I expect that my clients will:
- Keep me up-to-date of important developments and provide me with all pertinent information.
- Return my phone calls promptly.
- Respond to my requests for information in a diligent manner.
- Advise me in advance of business trips, vacations, or other absences, so that I can plan accordingly.
- Keep your contact information up-to-date.
- Treat my staff in a professional and courteous manner.
My hourly rate is in line with other top family law attorneys in the Bay Area. I require a retainer, which will be determined and set after I evaluate your case. I charge my regular hourly rate for an initial consultation; after which you will have a clear idea of both your procedural and substantive rights.
