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Christina B. Littlefield
Littlefield Law Office
1290 B Street
Suite 118
Hayward, CA 94541
Phone: (510) 247-0199 | Fax: (510) 538-2660
Certified Specialist helps you settle out of court
Legal Topic
Family Law
Preferred New Clients
Christina enthusiastically endorses Mediation and Collaborative Practice as great alternatives to traditional litigation, however she handles all manner of Family Law cases, as not every couple is able to take on the challenge of working out a settlement outside of court.
Sub-Categories
Family Law
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Name Changes
- Restraining Orders
- Child Support
- Custody
- Paternity
- Visitation
- Common Law Marriage
- Marriage
Legal Topic
Divorce
Preferred New Clients
Divorcing couples in all situations and particularly those hoping to retain more control over their lives by avoiding court and negotiating a lasting and civil settlement that will work for both parties and their family in the long term.
Sub-Categories
Divorce
- Alimony/Palimony/Spousal Support
- Annulment
- Child Support
- Custody/Visitation Rights
- Division of Property
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution(ADR)
- Uncontested Divorce
- Collaborative Law
Bar Admissions
CA, Jun 1983
Bar Number: 108044
Specialty Certifications
Certified Family Law Specialist by the State Bar of California.
Other Court Admissions
All California State Courts and U.S. Supreme Court.
Association Memberships
Alameda County Bar Association; Contra Costa County Bar Association
Continuing Education
• Co-Chaired the annual California Collaborative Practice conference
• Attended every Collaborative Practice Annual conference since inception
• Taught and lectured on family law
• Exceeds the state bar requirements for continuing education as a certified specialist and as a mediator and collaborative attorney
Example Cases
• Divorce settlements using the Collaborative Practice process to work with both parties to achieve an out of court settlement
• Neutral mediation
• Unbundled representation for just one part or many issues in a case
• Litigation in Family Law matters
Education
Degree:
J.D.
School:
University of California Davis, King School of Law
City:
Davis
State:
CA
Year:
1982
Honors:
Member, Author, and Editor of Law Review.
Focus and Accomplishments:
Law
Degree:
B.A.
School:
Mills College
City:
Oakland
State:
CA
Year:
1974
Focus and Accomplishments:
English
Degree:
M.A.
School:
University of Maryland
City:
College Park
State:
MD
Year:
1979
Focus and Accomplishments:
American Studies
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
Christina has practiced family law for over 25 years, seeing clients in San Francisco, Lafayette and Hayward and handling mediation and collaborative cases throughout the bay area. Her court and litigation practice is located in Alameda County.
Previous Employment Summary
Christina previously worked for family law and civil litigation firms in San Francisco, Marin, Contra Costa and Alameda Counties.
Activities and Awards
San Francisco Magazine has named Christina as one of the top Northern California Family Lawyers in their annual Super Lawyers edition. She is certified as a Family Law Specialist by the State Bar Association of California. In law school, she was on the Law Review Board and served as an Editor.
Christina has been on the board and is a member of a number of family law and collaborative practice organizations, has served as a Judge Pro Tem and Special Master in Alameda County, and has been a board member of the Mills College Alumnae Association and of Women Lawyers of Alameda County. As a parent, she has volunteered for schools, sports, scouts, and youth organizations.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
This is wonderful; a well educated client has more power over his or her own life.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
Yes.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
Yes.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
To right wrongs.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
Being a parent and having run a public interest legal clinic.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
Family law matters are fascinating and never dull. They include a wide variety of personalities and situations and legal issues, which can be challenging and complex, and often come with surprising twists.
What do you like best about your career?
Helping people find reasonable solutions to difficult problems.
Tell us about your law firm:
Christina handles each client's matters personally, and her two legal assistants, Judy and Vivian, help take care of you. In our office, your case is not delegated to an associate attorney.
What are your strengths and style?
Christina is good at helping to diffuse negative situations and promoting agreements. She listens carefully to develop a compassionate understanding of your most pressing issues.
Personal Interests:
Christina sings in the "Pro Bono Players," a group that regularly performs at family law court and professional events, is an involved parent, and enjoys travel, photography, and being an effective legal professional.
Office Manager/Assistant
Judy and Vivian
Fax
(510) 538-2660
Office Hours
Monday through Thursday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Fridays by appointment.
Emergency After Hours
No
Additional Offices
Lafayette, CA
3402 Hall Avenue
Lafayette, CA 94549
(510) 247-0199
San Francisco, CA
220 Montgomery Street
15th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94104
(510) 247-0199
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
None.
Hourly Rates
$350.
Free Initial Consultation?
Discounted initial consultation of 30 minutes for $50.
Typical Retainer
Retainer depends on the complexity of the case.
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