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Ronald K. Stitch
Law Offices of Ronald K. Stitch
30961 Agoura Road
Suite 227
Westlake Village, CA 91361
Phone: (818) 707-0202 | Fax: (818) 707-2113
http://www.legalcounseling.com
PROVIDING MEDIATION AND EFFICIENT LEGAL SERVICES
Legal Topic
Family Law
Preferred New Clients
All aspects of Family Law, including Divorce - Contested and Uncontested; Legal Separation; Custody and Visitation; Collection of Child, Spousal or Family Support; Community Property; Paternity; Pre-nuptial/Premarital Agreements; and Retirement Plan Orders.
Sub-Categories
Family Law
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Child Support
- Custody
- Paternity
- Visitation
- Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
Legal Topic
Divorce
Preferred New Clients
All aspects of Family Law, including Divorce - Contested and Uncontested; Legal Separation; Custody and Visitation; Collection of Child, Spousal or Family Support; Community Property; Paternity; Pre-nuptial/Premarital Agreements; and Retirement Plan Orders.
Sub-Categories
Divorce
- Alimony/Palimony/Spousal Support
Bar Admissions
CA, Dec 1981
Bar Number: 101416
Specialty Certifications
Certified Family Law Specialist by the California State Bar
Other Court Admissions
California Courts; U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Association Memberships
Ventura County Bar, American Bar, California State Bar
Continuing Education
I have fulfilled the specialization education required by the State Board of Legal Specialization - Family Law; I have also fulfilled the continuing education required by the State Bar.
Example Cases
I have dealt with marital estates up to 25 million dollars; I have dealt with high-conflict cases in family law areas; I have mediated cases with significant estates and significant issues concerning children.
Education
Degree:
J.D.
School:
Golden Gate University School of Law
City:
San Francisco
State:
CA
Year:
1979
Degree:
M.A.
School:
Claremont Graduate School
City:
Claremont
State:
CA
Year:
1976
Focus and Accomplishments:
Focus: Zoning and Land Use
Master's Thesis on the California Coastal Plan
Degree:
B.A.
School:
Pepperdine University
City:
Malibu
State:
CA
Year:
1975
Focus and Accomplishments:
Major: Political Science
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
My firm's focus is to provide mediation services as a viable alternative to using our court system to resolve disputes and to provide competent and effective legal services at a reasonable cost, while keeping our clients informed every step of the way.
Previous Employment Summary
Title company: Customer Service and Title Searcher; Real Estate Agent.
Activities and Awards
None
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
The more education our clients have about the legal issues involved in their case, the better. An informed client helps her/himself and us.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
Yes, on an hourly basis.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
Yes, on an hourly basis.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I decided to be a lawyer to help people through their troubles.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
My twenty-five years' experience practicing law and twelve years as a certified family law specialist is a huge key to being a better lawyer.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I enjoy trying to reduce the emotions involved in a family law case and trying to get my clients to focus on the issues of their case.
What do you like best about your career?
What I like best about my career is the interaction with my clients.
Tell us about your law firm:
My family law paralegal, Sue Roug, has over 35 years of legal experience, over 10 of which is family law experience, obtained her Paralegal Degree at Cal State Northridge in June of 1999, and is an Associate Member of the Los Angeles County Bar Association.
My legal assistant, Eva Warren, obtained her Certificate in Legal Assisting in May of 2001 and has almost 10 years' legal experience.
My law clerk, Adam Schanz, graduated from Pepperdine University School of Law in June 2006, and once he is admitted into the State Bar of California, will become an Associate Attorney in my firm.
What are your strengths and style?
We really care about our clients and help them through their personal crisis. Because of my 25 years of experience, I am able to offer my clients my expertise and compassion.
My style is personal and hands-on.
Personal Interests:
My personal interests include sports-swimming, tennis, and traveling.
Office Manager/Assistant
Suzanne Roug
Fax
(818) 707-2113
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
None
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
None
Hourly Rates
$300
Free Initial Consultation?
My fee for an initial consultation is $100 for up to one half hour.
Typical Retainer
$3,000 - $5,000
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