Law & Mediation Offices of Barton Pokras

Affordable Family Law - Court & Mediation Services

This lawyer is licensed to practice in California and has no record of discipline from the California bar association.*

Firm Overview

The Law Offices of Barton Pokras was first established in 1973, in San Francisco, California and was in operation until 1992. In 2007, offices were opened in both Ventura and Westlake Village, and have been in operation since then continuing to the present.

The focus is entirely on family law matters. Although I have many years of litigation experience, I have always tried to negotiate a fair out of court agreement for my clients. Whenever possible I try to help my clients arrange to have their matter resolved through mediation or collaborative family practice.

Example cases

• Dissolution of Marriage of physician with medical practice and extensive property holdings resolved entirely out of court with negotiated settlement.

• Successfully obtained and successfully defended against Domestic Violence Restraining Orders.

Main Office

Main
3075 East Thousand Oaks Boulevard
Westlake Village CA 91362

Phone

(805) 477-0505

Fax

(805) 777-0115

Websites

http://www.pokraslaw.com

Fees

Free Initial Consultation?

Free 1/2 hour initial consultation.

Services Offered For Fixed Fees?

I don't have fixed price services.

Hourly Rates

$250 - $350

Office Information

Office Hours

Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Evening hours available.

Emergency After Hours

Yes

Other Offices

Ventura
1198 Navigator Drive
Ventura, CA 93001

How did your firm decide on the primary area of practice(s)?

Family law is an area that encompasses many other areas of law and also deals with the personal dynamics and emotions of the people involved. I like being able to help people resolve their conflicts and moving forward in their lives.

What is your firm's point of view regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

Knowledge is power. Going through a divorce is one of the most stressful experiences a person can have. Being aware of the legal issues involved helps a person effectively deal with the many issues presented in dissolution of marriage.

Is your firm willing to review documents prepared by clients?

I offer unbundled services, and often review and complete documents prepared by my clients.

Is your firm willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

I offer unbundled legal services and serve as a consulting attorney in mediations.

Barton Pokras

I was employed by Community Legal Services in Philadelphia, PA from 1972 - 1973 before I opened my law office in San Francisco in 1973.

I have over 20 years of family law experience. I graduated with honors from the University of California, Hastings College of Law. I have a Master of Laws degree in taxation which enables me to deal more effectively with the tax issues in a divorce, in dividing property, as well as in situations where there are complicated estate plans. I have a great deal of experience in business law, contracts, and real property law matters which enables me to deal more effectively with these issues when they arise in a divorce, such as where one of the spouses runs his or her own business, has stock options and retirement / pension plans.

My strengths are my legal knowledge, years of experience, and my ability to bring peace into highly conflicted situations.

Personal interests:

I am an avid reader and love to go sailing, backpacking and enjoy the outdoors. I also have a ham radio operator's license in conjunction with the sailboat cruising I have done.

License

Bar Number: 55012
California , 1972

Education

University of California, Hastings College of Law
Juris Doctorate , 1972
San Francisco, CA
Golden Gate University Law School
Master of Laws- Taxation , 1981
San Francisco, CA
University of California at Santa Cruz
Bachelor of Arts , 1969
Santa Cruz, CA

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