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San Diego 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).

Moore, Schulman & Moore, APC

4.4
37 Reviews

  • 12220 El Camino Real, Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92130

  • Law Firm with 14 lawyers2 awards

  • Moore, Schulman & Moore, APC was founded in January 2001 in San Diego County. The firm's founding partners have developed a strong philosophy based upon integrity, respect, and... Read More

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David S. Schulman
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The Law Office Of Mark A. Reed

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  • 7710 Balboa Avenue, Suite 316, San Diego, CA 92111

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers

  • Serving San Diego with Honesty, Integrity, and Affordability. If you are looking for an experienced attorney to handle a variety of family law and financial needs, The Law Office... Read More

  • Divorce LawyersFamily Law, Alimony, and 34 more

Daniel Warren
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Khosroabadi & Hill, APC

4.8
18 Reviews

  • 3550 Camino Del Rio N #303, San Diego, CA 92108

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers1 award

  • Client focused legal services. We care about your rights! Call us to speak with an Attorney. We Offer Free Consultations.

  • Divorce LawyersConsumer Protection Law, Identity Theft, and 15 more

  • Free Consultation

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Amanda Hill
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Jackie Robert Geller Attorney at Law

5.0
3 Reviews

  • 5755 Oberlin Drive, Suite 301, San Diego, CA 92121

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer

  • A law firm practicing divorce law.

  • Divorce LawyersFamily Law, Child Custody, and 12 more

Jackie Geller
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Holstrom, Block & Parke, A Professional Law Corporation

4.7
272 Reviews

  • 3111 Camino Del Rio North, Suite 950, San Diego, CA 92108+7 locations

  • Law Firm with 26 lawyers3 awards

  • At Holstrom, Block & Parke, a Professional Law Corporation, our lawyers are committed to one thing: Securing the greatest possible outcome for you. Our results-oriented approach is... Read More

  • Divorce LawyersFamily Law, Estate Planning and Probate, and 2 more

  • Free Consultation

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Dayn A. Holstrom
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Smith Family Law, APC

4.9
12 Reviews

  • 225 Broadway, Suite 2220, San Diego, CA 92101

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers1 award

  • A law firm practicing divorce law.

  • Divorce LawyersAgreements, Marital Settlement Agreements, and 9 more

  • Free Consultation

Stephen V. Smith
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Minella Law Group, APC

4.5
44 Reviews

  • 1450 Frazee Road, Suite 305, San Diego, CA 92108

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers3 awards

  • Minella Law Group, APC, was established in January 2014, by attorney Kathy Minella. Minella Law Group, is a full-service family law firm handling all cases from adoptions to... Read More

  • Divorce LawyersFamily Law, Mediation, and 27 more

  • Free Consultation

Kathy Minella
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Baldwin & Da Silva, LLP

3.2
5 Reviews

  • 9191 Towne Centre Dr Ste 550, San Diego, CA 92122

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer

  • A law firm practicing divorce law.

  • Divorce LawyersChild Custody, Child Support, and 3 more

Angela Dasilva
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The Law Offices of David C. Beavans

5.0
28 Reviews

  • 6165 Greenwich Drive, Suite 180, San Diego, CA 92122

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers2 awards

  • The Law Offices of David C. Beavans provides effective legal counsel throughout San Diego County. Located in San Diego, our firm skillfully handles Family Law, Divorce and Spousal... Read More

  • Divorce LawyersFamily Law, Child Custody, and 23 more

Christine Delapp
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Gordon D. Cruse A Professional Law Corporation

4.6
14 Reviews

  • 402 West Broadway, Suite 900, San Diego, CA 92101

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • Family Law, Divorce, Custody, Child Support, Visitation Rights, Property Division, Spousal Support, Domestic Partnerships.

  • Divorce LawyersFamily Law, Custody, and 2 more

Gordon D. Cruse
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The Edmunds Law Firm

4.8
224 Reviews

  • 10731 Treena Street, San Diego, CA 92131+1 location

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer3 awards

  • 40 Years of Serving Families in San Diego County. Call 760-274-8882 for a free consultation. Former Judge Pro Tem

  • Divorce LawyersFamily Law, Child Custody, and 8 more

  • Free Consultation

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Alan Edmunds
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Neumann Family Law APC

4.4
13 Reviews

  • 3333 Camino del Rio South, Suite 140, San Diego, CA 92108

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers1 award

  • Divorce is Difficult! We Can Make a Difference! Call today to set up a complimentary telephone consultation.

  • Divorce LawyersFamily Law, Child Custody, and 51 more

Tara Yelman
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Silverman Family Law, APC

4.2
19 Reviews

  • Serving San Diego, CA and San Diego County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Alan R. Silverman Ph.D., is Certified as a Family law Specialist by the Board of Legal Specialization of the State Bar of California.

  • Divorce LawyersFamily Law, Child Custody, and 44 more

Alan R. Silverman
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James M. Ratzer, A.P.C. - Ratzer Family Law

4.9
23 Reviews

  • Serving San Diego, CA and San Diego County, California

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • Certified Family Law Specialist Ready to Help You: Please call today at 858-356-5109

  • Divorce LawyersFamily Law, Alternative Dispute Resolution, and 31 more

James Ratzer
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The Law Office of Sharla L. Evert

4.7
17 Reviews

  • Serving San Diego, CA and San Diego County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • If you have questions about establishing an Estate Plan or need help regarding a Business, Civil, Criminal, Entertainment Law or Family Law legal issue call Attorney Sharla Evert -... Read More

  • Divorce LawyersEstate Planning, Trusts and Estates, and 22 more

  • Free Consultation

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Sharla Evert
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Johnson Oakleaf, APC

4.9
30 Reviews

  • Serving San Diego, CA and San Diego County, California

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • Johnson Oakleaf, APC, located in Long Beach, provides skillful legal representation to persons throughout Los Angeles, Long Beach and Orange County. With more than 60 years of... Read More

  • Divorce LawyersConstruction and Development, Non performance and Non Payment, and 32 more

Ann Oakleaf
Partner
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Blanchard, Krasner & French

4.5
19 Reviews

  • Serving San Diego, CA

  • Law Firm with 14 lawyers2 awards

  • For more than 28 years, Blanchard, Krasner & French has successfully provided legal counsel for both the business and personal needs of our clients. With offices in Reno, Nevada... Read More

  • Divorce LawyersGeneral Corporate Law, Commercial Law, and 17 more

Mark Krasner
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JWB Family Law

4.8
38 Reviews

  • Serving San Diego, CA and San Diego County, California

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers3 awards

  • Compassion | Ethics | Tenacity | Results. We handle the difficult legal aspects of San Diego Family Law, including divorce and custody matters, so you can focus on your family and... Read More

  • Divorce LawyersChild Custody, Child Support, and 13 more

  • Free Consultation

Jane Wesley Brooks
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Jenkins Law Firm APC

4.7
39 Reviews

  • Serving San Diego, CA and San Diego County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Jenkins Law Firm APC represents clients throughout San Diego County with a practice devoted to family law and divorce matters. During his 23-year legal career, attorney Erik C.... Read More

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Erik Jenkins
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Slovak Baron Empey Murphy & Pinkney LLP

4.8
229 Reviews

  • Serving San Diego, CA and San Diego County, California

  • Law Firm with 30 lawyers4 awards

  • SBEMP LLP is a full service law firm with offices in Palm Springs, Orange County, San Diego, New Jersey, and New York.

  • Divorce LawyersCivil Litigation, Employment Litigation, and 19 more

Carolyn Martino
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O'Leary & Shenasan Law

4.9
31 Reviews

  • Serving San Diego, CA and San Diego County, California

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers3 awards

  • We specialize in Family Law, Divorce & Custody related cases. If you are contemplating filing for divorce, or seeking modifications, call our law firm today for a FREE... Read More

  • Divorce LawyersFamily Law, Child Custody, and 14 more

Fate N. Shenasan
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Diefer Law Group, P.C.

4.7
65 Reviews

  • Serving San Diego, CA and San Diego County, California

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers3 awards

  • Diefer Law Group is a specialty law firm providing expert legal services in Employment Law and Worker’s Compensation Law to individuals, families, and businesses throughout... Read More

  • Divorce LawyersWorkers Compensation, Car Accidents While Driving for Work, and 31 more

Marcelo A. Dieguez
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Holstrom, Block & Parke, A Professional Law Corporation

4.7
272 Reviews

  • Serving San Diego, CA and San Diego County, California

  • Law Firm with 26 lawyers3 awards

  • At Holstrom, Block & Parke, a Professional Law Corporation, our lawyers are committed to one thing: Securing the greatest possible outcome for you. Our results-oriented approach is... Read More

  • Divorce LawyersFamily Law, Estate Planning and Probate, and 2 more

  • Free Consultation

  • Offers Video

Carrie Block
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Weber Dispute Resolution

4.7
24 Reviews

  • Serving San Diego, CA

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • It's more than just a legal process; it's a Human Experience.

  • Divorce LawyersMediation, Collaborative Practice, and 3 more

  • Free Consultation

Shawn Weber
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The Law Offices of David C. Beavans

5.0
28 Reviews

  • Serving San Diego, CA and San Diego County, California

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers2 awards

  • The Law Offices of David C. Beavans provides effective legal counsel throughout San Diego County. Located in San Diego, our firm skillfully handles Family Law, Divorce and Spousal... Read More

  • Divorce LawyersFamily Law, Child Custody, and 23 more

Christine Delapp
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Herrig, Vogt & Hensley, LLP

4.5
34 Reviews

  • Serving San Diego, CA

  • Law Firm with 10 lawyers3 awards

  • Serving the People who Build America

  • Divorce LawyersCivil Trial Practice Relating to Public, Private Construction Contracts, and 80 more

Trevor Hensley
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Law Office of Alicia C. Freeze APC

4.8
107 Reviews

  • 402 West Broadway, Suite 1760, San Diego, CA 92101

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • A law firm practicing divorce law.

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Mesnik Law Group, Inc.

4.7
46 Reviews

  • 9665 Chesapeake Drive, Suite 445, San Diego, CA 92123

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers1 award

  • A law firm practicing divorce law.

Matthew Mesnik
Divorce Lawyer
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Shorb & Connor, APC

5.0
5 Reviews

  • 11440 W. Bernardo Court, Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92127

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers

  • A law firm practicing divorce law.

Andrew Shorb
Divorce Lawyer
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Marble Law

4.9
116 Reviews

  • 9920 Pacific Heights Blvd., Suite 150, San Diego, CA 92130+9 locations

  • Law Firm with 10 lawyers3 awards

  • Marble—The Law Firm Actually Focused On You

  • Divorce LawyersFamily Law, Mediation, and 5 more

Michael S. Gower
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Can I reopen a divorce file that my wife opened initially and stopped?

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Answered by attorney Barbara Peyton (Unclaimed Profile)
Divorce lawyer at Peyton & Associates
Unless its been more than five years and if your wife did not dismiss the case, it should still be in the court where it was filed and you can file papers to re-activate matters. Good luck
Unless its been more than five years and if your wife did not dismiss the case, it should still be in the court where it was filed and you can file papers to re-activate matters. Good luck
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What are my rights or standing if the custodial parent is pushing to claim our daughter on taxes every year?

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Answered by attorney Sarah B. Russo (Unclaimed Profile)
Divorce lawyer at Law Offices of Russo Prince
There are several issues going on here. I would first point out that mediation might not be the worst thing, particularly if your alternative is a contested court hearing. As to the tax filing status, by the terms of your judgment you are entitled to alternate the child tax exemptions, so that is the order unless or until he files a request for order seeking to modify that provision or you agree to modify the orders.  By IRS rules, he is permitted to claim the child every year, so this is solely a family court dispute.  Is one of you receiving child support? If he claims the child on his taxes that should be reflected in your child support orders as well, either increasing the amount you receive or reducing the amount you pay, whichever applies in your situation.  This is particularly true if he is receiving a pay increase.  In addition, who has to pay for the child's medical insurance should also be governed by your judgment and accounted for in your child support orders.  Usually each parent is required to obtain insurance for the child through their respective employers if it is available at 'little or no cost' and to share the cost of obtaining insurance if it is not.  Finally, if you wish to be more involved in your child's life, or to implement a right of first refusal clause for child care, then you should attempt to resolve that issue in mediation - which I know you are reluctant to do - or file your own request for order.  Keep in mind that there are only two ways to modify your orders in any respect - 1) you come to an agreement and enter into a stipulation, 2) you go to court and the court issues an order.    Best of luck to you. 
There are several issues going on here. I would first point out that mediation might not be the worst thing, particularly if your alternative is a contested court hearing. As to the tax filing status, by the terms of your judgment you are entitled to alternate the child tax exemptions, so that is the order unless or until he files a request for order seeking to modify that provision or you agree to modify the orders.  By IRS rules, he is permitted to claim the child every year, so this is solely a family court dispute.  Is one of you receiving child support? If he claims the child on his taxes that should be reflected in your child support orders as well, either increasing the amount you receive or reducing the amount you pay, whichever applies in your situation.  This is particularly true if he is receiving a pay increase.  In addition, who has to pay for the child's medical insurance should also be governed by your judgment and accounted for in your child support orders.  Usually each parent is required to obtain insurance for the child through their respective employers if it is available at 'little or no cost' and to share the cost of obtaining insurance if it is not.  Finally, if you wish to be more involved in your child's life, or to implement a right of first refusal clause for child care, then you should attempt to resolve that issue in mediation - which I know you are reluctant to do - or file your own request for order.  Keep in mind that there are only two ways to modify your orders in any respect - 1) you come to an agreement and enter into a stipulation, 2) you go to court and the court issues an order.    Best of luck to you. 
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Can I get an annulment if my husband is still legally married to his first wife?

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Answered by attorney John F Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)
Divorce lawyer at Musilli Brennan Associates, PLLC
Most probably yes. Actually, because he was married at the time he could not legally marry you which would make the marriage void.
Most probably yes. Actually, because he was married at the time he could not legally marry you which would make the marriage void.