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Matthew Eric Palmer
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Matthew Eric Palmer

4.7
119 reviews

301 Mission Ave., Ste. 205, Oceanside, CA 92054

Trusts, Divorce & Separation, Litigation and 7 more

About Matthew Eric Palmer

As the managing attorney and principal of Palmer Rodak & Associates, Matthew E. Palmer is an accomplished legal professional with over two decades of experience under his belt. Matthew is a Certified Family Law Specialist by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. Since 2003, he has served as a Pro Tem Judge in Vista. He is also a member of the San Diego County Bar Association, the North County Bar Association, and the North County Certified Family Law Specialist group. He holds a J.D. from Thomas Jefferson School of Law.Before enrolling in law school, Matthew worked in sales and management for a Fortune 500 company for several years. Today, he applies this business experience to his legal practice. Matthew focuses his practice on family law, divorce, personal injury, civil litigation, and estate planning and probate.

 

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Family Law
Posted by anonymous
May 05, 2017
Hired Attorney

He takes care of his customers, explaining perfectly well what you are asking and he gives very valuable advices related to your question. He makes you feel very comfortable when you talk with him and he is very friendly and nice person always developing a professional approach of the business.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
October 15, 2012
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If I could sum up my opinion of Matthew Palmer’s legal counsel in one word, that word would be miracle. He is an amazing lawyer and his office is staffed by some of the most professional and caring people I have ever met. I won’t lie to you. Before I hired him to represent me in a family court matter, I had looked up a few attorneys and compared their quotes. Mr. Palmer’s wasn't the cheapest but looking back I know I made the right choice with him. I’ll lay it out straight for you. If you

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
July 19, 2010
Hired Attorney

Very unprepared during court appearances.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
July 13, 2011
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Matthew Palmer is, with out a doubt, the worst divorce lawyer in all of San Diego. He promises you the world and delivers nothing but a padded bill. It's cheaper to have your spouse take every thing and walk away or you can use Palmer and have your spouse take everything and get a bill from Palmer for $100,000.00.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
October 30, 2010
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Family Law
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November 09, 2010
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Family Law
Posted by anonymous
January 28, 2014
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Areas of Law

  • Litigation
  • Personal Injury
  • Civil Practice
  • Family Law
  • Trusts and Estates 1
    • Estate Planning
  • Other 5
    • Trusts
    • Divorce & Separation
    • Probate
    • Guardianship
    • Probate Law

Practice Details

  • Languages
    Spanish
    French
    Farsi
    American Sign Language
  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Principal
    Firm Name
    Palmer Rodak & Associates
  • Additional Links
    https://www.oceansidedivorcelawyer.com

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1998, California
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Thomas Jefferson School of Law
    Class of 1996
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Connecticut
    Class of 1990
    B.A.
    History

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  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Matthew Eric Palmer was admitted in 1998 to the State of California.
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    Matthew Eric Palmer speaks Spanish, French, Farsi and American Sign Language.
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    Palmer Rodak & Associates has 2 attorneys at this location.
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    Matthew Eric Palmer attended Thomas Jefferson School of Law.

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