Daniel T. Pocklington
Law Offices of Daniel T. Pocklington
961 Ygnacio Valley Road
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
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Phone: (925) 295-1304 | Fax: (925) 746-8401
http://www.pocklingtonlaw.com
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Legal Topic
Family Law
Preferred New Clients
Clients who are looking for creative solutions to the problems they face. Our emphasis is on cooperative and negotiated settlements, but also provide litigation services when negotiations fail.
Sub-Topics
Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Elder Abuse
Children
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Paternity
- Visitation
Couples
- Civil Unions
- Domestic Partnerships
- Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender Rights
- Living Together/Cohabitation
- Marriage
- Power of Attorney
- Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
Enforcement Actions
Restraining Orders
Rights
- Grandparent Rights
- Termination of Parental Rights
Legal Topic
Divorce
Preferred New Clients
Clients who are looking for creative solutions to the problems they face. Our emphasis is on cooperative and negotiated settlements, but also provide litigation services when negotiations fail.
Sub-Topics
Alimony/Palimony/Spousal Support
Annulment
Child Support
Custody/Visitation Rights
Delinquent Support Payments
Division of Property
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender (LGBT) Rights
Restraining Orders
Uncontested Divorce
Legal Topic
Criminal Defense
Preferred New Clients
Don't let a wrong decision regarding a criminal charge change your life. When confronting a criminal law matter, hiring an attorney is the most important choice you will make. I will aggressively defend you in your criminal proceeding.
Sub-Topics
Abuse
- Domestic Violence
Automotive
- Driving with a Suspended License
- Driving without a License
- DUI / DWI
- Felony Auto Accidents
- Open Container
Criminal Records
- Expungement or Expunction
Drug Crime
- Drug Possession
- Intent to Distribute Drugs
- Intent to Sell Drugs
Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Bank Fraud
- Checks & Credit Cards
- Embezzlement
- Extortion
- Identity Theft
- Insurance Claims
Misdemeanors
Plea Negotiation
Probation
Property Crimes
- Arson
- Burglary
- Embezzlement
- Larceny
- Shoplifting
- Theft
- Trespass
- Vandalism
Bar Admissions
CA, May 2010
Bar Number: 269442
Other Court Admissions
May 2010
Association Memberships
California Bar; Northern District of California, Federal District; Contra Costa County, Alameda County.
Continuing Education
I always exceed my required numbers.
Example Cases
Divorce matter: went to trial on issue of whether husband operated self-employed business. Father/husband claimed to be working for company but it was established that husband did operate a business and was receiving income that was not revealed.
Defamation matter: we successfully resolved a dispute arising from false statements involving the conditions of our client's character and real property.
Education
John F. Kennedy University, School of Law
Juris Doctorate
Pleasant Hill
CA
2009
Witkin Award
California State University, Chico
Bachelor of Arts
Chico
CA
2005
Graduated with honors
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
The focus of our firm is in litigation including: family law, real estate litigation, and civil disputes. The firm was established in May 2010. The mission was to grow into a practice that could resolve family law, real estate disputes, business disputes, and criminal matters. To date, we have been successful in making steps towards creating a lucrative practice in these areas of law.
Previous Employment Summary
Dan Pocklington was previously employed as a paralegal and law clerk with Ericksen Arbuthnot, a civil defense firm. With this firm, he worked in business, real estate and personal injury disputes. He was also employed by Willoughby Doyle, a plaintiff's personal injury firm. With both firms, he played a significant role in trial preparation, legal analysis, and client management.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
Most clients have busy lives and have a difficult time absorbing legal concepts. Most clients have trouble recognizing the realities of their case. After all, if they are seeing an attorney they probably feel that they were wronged. This is why it is our style to frank about the success of a case when speaking to clients. Clients are entitled to this type of candor especially when they are spending money on a lawsuit, whether pursuing or defending.
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Office Manager/Assistant
Penny.
Fax
(925) 746-8401
Office Hours
9-5 pm
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
Yes.
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
Fees vary depending on the area of law. Contingency and hourly.
Hourly Rates
$250
Free Initial Consultation?
For criminal and civil disputes we offer free 30-minute consultations.
Typical Retainer
Retainers very depending on how involved the case will likely be.
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