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Dennis W. Del Ponte
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Dennis W. Del Ponte

4.6
15 reviews

75 East Santa Clara Street, Suite 275, San Jose, CA 95113

Family Law, Alimony, Annulment and 36 more

About Dennis W. Del Ponte

Dennis Del Ponte was born, raised, and has longstanding family roots within the City of San Jose. He has been practicing law for more than thirty six years in Santa Clara County. Dennis started his career working for the Santa Clara County Public Defender but transitioned to private practice early in his career. He put his trial experience to good use in building his family law practice where he now combines his extensive legal knowledge with his years of courtroom experience.

In his free time, Dennis enjoys raising cattle and chickens and working on his ranch.

 

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Champion Badge Silver

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Dennis W. Del Ponte got this award in 2021

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4.6
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4.7
Property Law
Posted by anonymous
July 19, 2019
Hired Attorney

Dennis has been handling a Trust case for us. He demonstrates a through and highly effective working knowledge of Estate law. He communicates with us promptly at and effective while always strictly following the Trust document.

Trusts and Estates
Posted by anonymous
September 14, 2017
Hired Attorney

Everyone was exceptional in helping me through the process of finalizing the trust. Thank you, again!

Trusts and Estates
Posted by anonymous
February 06, 2017
Hired Attorney

Dennis has excellent communication skills and exactly understood my needs. He also is compassionate and patient. He didn't try to speak "lawyer" to me but explained everything in a language I could understand. I highly recommend Dennis!

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
July 16, 2012
Hired Attorney

Thank you for being so great to work with! It was a smooth and easy process!

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
November 30, 2011
Hired Attorney

I engaged Mr. Del Ponte on the recommendation of another lawyer. He was excellent and powerful.

Trusts and Estates
Posted by anonymous
November 03, 2011
Hired Attorney

Very competent, knowledgable, and responsive.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
September 17, 2010
Hired Attorney

Dennis is very unresponsive, and was not interested in pursuing my best interest. I had referred him to a friend prior to realizing, and that friend had an even worse experience than I did.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
July 16, 2012
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Family Law
Posted by anonymous
May 10, 2012
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Areas of Law

  • Family Law 5
    • Divorce
    • Military Divorce
    • Paternity
    • Premarital Agreements
    • Spousal Support
  • Annulment
  • Collaborative Family Law
  • Domestic Partnerships
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Mediation
  • Gay and Lesbian Family Law
  • Restraining Orders
  • Other 26
    • Alimony
    • Cohabitation Agreements
    • Community Property Law
    • Divorce Arbitration
    • Divorce Mediation
    • Divorce Taxation
    • Domestic Relations
    • Domestic Torts
    • Equitable Distribution
    • Family Arbitration
    • International Family Law
    • Interstate Support
    • Marital Agreements
    • Marital Property Distribution
    • Marital Property Law
    • Marital Property Settlements
    • Matrimonial Bankruptcy Law
    • Matrimonial Law
    • Name Changes
    • Non-Traditional Family Law
    • Palimony
    • Post Divorce Modification
    • Postnuptial Agreements
    • Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs)
    • Separation Agreements
    • Uncontested Divorce

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1976, California
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Lincoln University
    Class of 1976
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Santa Clara University
    Class of 1971
    B.S.
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1949
    1949

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Attorney at Del Ponte and Hirz
4.6
15 reviews

75 East Santa Clara Street, Suite 275San Jose, CA 95113U.S.A.

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  • Tuesday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Wednesday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Thursday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Friday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Dennis W. Del Ponte was admitted in 1976 to the State of California.
  • Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Client Review rated?
    Yes, Dennis W. Del Ponte has a 4.6 Client Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Yes, Dennis W. Del Ponte will accept Discover, American Express, MasterCard and Visa.
  • How many attorneys are in this law firm?
    Del Ponte and Hirz has 3 attorneys at this location.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Dennis W. Del Ponte attended Lincoln University.

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