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Dennis O. Seymour
Dennis O Seymour APC
2320 5th Ave
Suite 200
San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: (619) 238-8150 | Fax: (619) 234-0703
Creative Smart Solutions for Your Family Law Issues
Legal Topic
Family Law
Preferred New Clients
I prefer all new clients.
Sub-Categories
Family Law
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Restraining Orders
- Domestic Violence
- Child Support
- Custody
- Paternity
- Visitation
- Domestic Partnerships
- Marriage
- Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
Legal Topic
Divorce
Preferred New Clients
I prefer all new clients.
Sub-Categories
Divorce
- Alimony/Palimony/Spousal Support
- Annulment
Bar Admissions
CA, Dec 1987
Bar Number: 131894
Specialty Certifications
Family Law Certified Specialist
Other Court Admissions
All California Courts, 9th and 10th Circuit Federal Courts
Association Memberships
California State Bar Association, San Diego County Bar Association
Continuing Education
I am more than current on all my California State Bar required MCLE units.
Papers and Publications
I have been published in the local Family Law Journal.
Example Cases
In Rae Deborah M (2005) 128 Cal. App. 4th 1181
DuPont v. DuPont (2001) 88 Cal. App. 4th 192
Several unpublished appellate cases.
Education
Degree:
B.S.
School:
University of California at Berkeley
City:
Berkeley
State:
CA
Year:
1978
Honors:
Summa Cum Laude
Focus and Accomplishments:
Biology of Natural Resources
Degree:
J.D.
School:
University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law
City:
Berkeley
State:
CA
Year:
1984
Focus and Accomplishments:
Ecology Law Court; Formal Exchange Program with third-year Harvard student.
Degree:
AB
School:
University of California at Berkeley
City:
Berkeley
State:
CA
Year:
1977
Honors:
Summa Cum Laude; Phi Beta Kappa
Focus and Accomplishments:
English
Degree:
LLM
School:
University of California San Diego
City:
San Diego
State:
CA
Year:
2001
Honors:
Magna cum laude
Focus and Accomplishments:
Taxation
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
My firm focus is Family Law. I opened my doors for business in 1993.
Previous Employment Summary
1984-1987 - Legal Services, Navajo Indian reservations in Arizona and New Mexico
1987-1993 - Commercial Litigation at 4 different San Diego Law firms
Activities and Awards
Former settlement Judge for San Diego County Superior Court; lecturer at various seminars.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I encourage clients to educate themselves on legal issues. I hope for a team approach between the client and me. Two heads are always better than one. Clients can sometimes see things that I simply cannot. They often have a fresh, common-sense approach.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
Yes, I often ask clients to prepare documents, and then I review them after the client has completed them.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I would prefer not to because of malpractice concerns.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I decided to be a lawyer for the intellectual challenge, the love of a good courtroom argument, the enjoyment of working for people, and the practical problem solving.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
My taxation background and education has been very helpful in family law. I am also a former school teacher and I gained a lot of experience that has crossed over from dealing with children.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I have never been bored with Family Law. I have practiced in many other areas and here I like the fast pace and the ability to litigate and do transactional work. In Family Law, I am truly a counselor.
What do you like best about your career?
I most like the intellectual and personal challenge. I feel I have become a better person having done what I've done.
Tell us about your law firm:
I am a sole practitioner with a paralegal and administrative assistant. I share offices with four other attorneys and their staffs.
What are your strengths and style?
My unique strength is finding creative ways to settle cases.
I am zealous but not aggressive in my style. I care about my clients. I am quick, efficient and result-oriented. I have also been called tenacious when necessary
Personal Interests:
I enjoy bikram yoga, personal fitness, music, backpacking, camping, and reading (none of which I have enough time for).
Office Manager/Assistant
Peggy & Nancy
Fax
(619) 234-0703
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Emergency after hours by appointment only
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
None
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
None at this time
Hourly Rates
$275
Free Initial Consultation?
Yes, I offer a 30-minute free initial consultation. I would prefer an in-office consultation so that I may meet the client face-to-face, but I am willing to do it over the phone.
Typical Retainer
$2,500 - $20,000, depending on complexity of case.
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