Frank F. Ali
Herrig & Vogt, LLP
4210 Douglas Boulevard
Suite 100
Granite Bay, CA 95746
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Phone: (916) 960-1000 | Fax: (916) 960-1005
http://www.northerncaliforniadivorcelawfirm.com
A Trusted, Reputable and Compassionate Firm
Legal Topic
Family Law
Preferred New Clients
Preferred clients in need of help with divorce and family law matters throughout the areas of Roseville, Rocklin, Loomis, Auburn, Lincoln, Citrus Heights, Orange, Folsom, Fair Oaks, Carmichael, Rancho Cordova, Gold River, as well as Granite Bay, El Dorado Hills, Cameron Park, Shingle Springs, Penryn and New Castle
Sub-Topics
Children
- Adoption
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Children's Rights
- Foster Care
- Paternity
- State Child Protection
- Visitation
Couples
- Civil Unions
- Common Law Marriage
- Domestic Partnerships
- Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender Rights
- Living Together/Cohabitation
- Marriage
- Power of Attorney
- Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Legal Topic
Divorce
Preferred New Clients
Preferred clients in need of help with divorce and family law matters throughout the areas of Roseville, Rocklin, Loomis, Auburn, Lincoln, Citrus Heights, Orange, Folsom, Fair Oaks, Carmichael, Rancho Cordova, Gold River, as well as Granite Bay, El Dorado Hills, Cameron Park, Shingle Springs, Penryn and New Castle
Sub-Topics
Alimony/Palimony/Spousal Support
Annulment
Child Support
Collaborative Law
Custody/Visitation Rights
Delinquent Support Payments
Division of Property
Divorce Mediation
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender (LGBT) Rights
Restraining Orders
Uncontested Divorce
Bar Admissions
CA, Dec 2005
Bar Number: 238196
Specialty Certifications
I am a member of the Rotary Club of Granite Bay, and have served as its treasurer since 2008. I have also been a Cub Scout Pack Master and Den Leader, A Boy Scout Assistant Scoutmaster, coached over 10 years of little league baseball, girl's softball, youth soccer and Park and Rec basketball. I am a past president of the Active 20/30 Club of Placerville, and even spent a few years as a 4H Poultry leader.
Other Court Admissions
All state and federal courts in California
Association Memberships
Placer County Bar Association
Continuing Education
I am always looking to keep that axe sharpened. You cannot cut down a tree with a dull axe. In 2011 I completed Sharyn Kaplan's 40 Hour Family Law Mediation Workshop. In 2010, 2009, 2008 I attended the California Family Law Review Advanced Family Law Seminar. I routinely significantly exceed the requirements.
Example Cases
Information coming soon.
Education
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
J.D.
Sacramento
CA
2005
Traynor Society, Top 20% of Class
Two Years as a certified law student/one year as a supervisor in Community Legal Services, a legal clinic
State University of New York at Albany
B.A.
Albany
NY
Degree in Economics and Political Science
CPCU, CLU, and ChFC
Number of Attorneys
6
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
The firm was formed in 1994. Herrig & Vogt, LLP is a general civil litigation firm with significant interest in construction and civil law. Frank F. Ali, while actively involved in all types of civil litigation, focuses mainly on Family Law, including divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, the division of assets and debts, family businesses, conservatorships, guardianships, grandparent rights and estate litigation.
Previous Employment Summary
Prior to entering the legal profession, Frank Ali founded, owned and operated an independent insurance agency with over 3000 clients. The experience advising families and business proves valuable in working with family law clients. The experience running a small business is valuable because of the experience in evaluating small business income, expenses and valuation issues.
Activities and Awards
Frank Ali is a volunteer settlement observing attorney and attorney-mediator for the Superior Court of California, County of Placer
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I encourage my clients to educate themselves and make it a priority to provide information. It is my philosophy that the client owns his or her case and should have enough information as to make an education and informed decision.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
If a client wishes me to review documents, I do so willingly. I routinely review documents prepared by clients and by opposing parties.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I routinely work with clients on an hourly basis to assist them with all their legal needs. I am willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I am a second career attorney. This means that I had a career and owned my own business before I went to law school. Like all business owners, running a business means interaction with attorneys. These interactions taught me that the legal system is not necessarily friendly or efficient to those who need to use the system. I felt then, and feel now that I have the ability to help individuals and businesses navigate a procedurally complex, sometimes inefficient and expensive system.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
Before I became a lawyer I was involved in a number of transactions which required legal assistance. Regardless of the skill of my attorney, I spent numerous billable hours trying to explain things to my attorney that he had never dealt with before. My experience as a business owner, property owner, husband, father gives me advantages over other family law attorneys. I can analyze a balance sheet, a tax return and argue the differences between gross and net income.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I enjoy working with people, solving problems and making a real difference helping people through difficult times in their lives.
What do you like best about your career?
I have helped people get through one of the most traumatic events in their lives, and often see devastated individuals resolve their issues and move forward with confidence. I also take pride in the fact that I have been instrumental in helping a number of children end up in a better situation thus allowing them to have a better life.
Tell us about your law firm:
Herrig & Vogt, LLP has great lawyers and a fantastically talented support staff. With the diversity of lawyers there is always someone available to bounce ideas off of or to test and challenge legal theories. Having a strong support staff means that some of your work can be done less expensively by competent and experienced paralegals.
What are your strengths and style?
As a second career attorney, I understand that the legal system presents a challenging maze of confusing jargon and procedure. I bring the ability to simplify these abstract concepts so that you can understand what is going on, without giving up some of the technical nuances that can be used to advance your interests.
Personal Interests:
Now that my children are grown, I enjoy reading, socializing and riding my motorcycles. In 2009, I rode solo to the Arctic Ocean at Deadhorse, Alaska. In 2006 I drove to Cabo San Lucas and back.
Office Manager/Assistant
John Dorst
Fax
(916) 960-1005
Office Hours
Monday through Friday, 09:00 am to 5:00 p.m. and by appointment.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
While I generally charge by the hour, I will occasionally quote a fixed fee for task.
Hourly Rates
$250
Free Initial Consultation?
I offer a free phone consultation and may also offer a free in office consultation if necessary
Typical Retainer
The retainer is individualized to your needs.
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