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Wendy Ann Morck
Morck Family Law
600 Allerton Street
Suite 201
Redwood City, CA 94063-1575
Phone: (650) 299-0199 | Fax: (650) 299-1699
http://www.morckfamilylaw.com
Sensitive to needs; aggressive protection of rights.
Legal Topic
Family Law
Preferred New Clients
My preference is to assist clients with all of their family law needs.
Sub-Categories
Family Law
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Child Support
- Custody
- Paternity
- Visitation
- Marriage
- Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
Legal Topic
Divorce
Preferred New Clients
My preference is to assist clients with all of their family law needs.
Sub-Categories
Divorce
- Alimony/Palimony/Spousal Support
Bar Admissions
CA, Jun 1978
Bar Number: 80435
Specialty Certifications
Certified Specialist in Family Law, State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization
Other Court Admissions
Supreme Court of the State of California; U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California
Association Memberships
California State Bar, San Mateo County Bar Association
Continuing Education
I routinely complete between 10 to 20 hours of continuing legal education each year.
Papers and Publications
I have written articles on child support and support enforcement.
Example Cases
Recently my practice has included Collaborative Practice Cases, which have worked well in meeting the needs of the parties without having to resort to litigation and the courts to settle matters between the parties.
Education
Degree:
M.A.
School:
San Jose State University
City:
San Jose
State:
CA
Year:
1967
Focus and Accomplishments:
Home Economics
Degree:
B.A.
School:
San Jose State University
City:
San Jose
State:
CA
Year:
1965
Honors:
Graduated with honors
Focus and Accomplishments:
Psychology and Home Economics
Degree:
J.D.
School:
University of San Diego School of Law
City:
San Diego
State:
CA
Year:
1977
Focus and Accomplishments:
Law
Number of Attorneys
2
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
Morck Family Law is committed to providing excellent legal representation and personal service at an affordable cost. We are highly effective litigators, but we take great pride in our ability to settle cases fairly without the high cost of unnecessary litigation. Morck Family Law was founded in 1995 with the goal of meeting clients' family law needs while minimizing conflict. We aim to provide clients exemplary personal service at a reasonable cost. These are standards we live by and the reason clients seek our counsel.
Previous Employment Summary
I served as a Deputy District Attorney in Family Support for San Mateo County for 8 years prior to entering private practice. My legal career has always been in the area of family law.
Activities and Awards
I am on the Family Law Alternative Dispute Resolution Panel for the San Mateo County Superior Court, which gives me the opportunity to help parties doing their own divorce to resolve issues without a court trial.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
The more clients know about the law and the process, the better able they are able to make the decisions that are best for them and their family. As part of my representation, I try to educate the client on the issues and the law so that the best decisions are made in determining the case outcome.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
Yes.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I am willing to talk with clients about their case and help them find the resources that are available to help them to meet their needs.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I wanted to help people resolve problems.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
My training in family and child development gives me a strong background in the dynamics of family law.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
My undergraduate and graduate education, prior to law school, was heavily involved with the family and children. My selection of family law was a logical extension of my schooling and interests.
What do you like best about your career?
I like working with clients to creatively resolve problems.
Tell us about your law firm:
I share my practice with my brother, Fred Morck, who also is a lawyer. He is skilled in negotiation and is creative in problem resolution. He understands the needs of family law clients.
What are your strengths and style?
My ability to help reach mutually agreeable settlements in cases that are fair and reasonable.
I try to facilitate decision making by helping the parties to creatively resolve issues in a manner that benefits both sides. I strive for a "win-win" solution to resolve problems.
Personal Interests:
I am a floral designer who does volunteer work arranging flowers in the house at Filoli. I also teach classes in floral design at Filoli. I have exhibited the last 5 years at "Bouquets to Art" at both the de Young Museum and the Legion of Honor in San Francisco.
Office Manager/Assistant
None
Fax
(650) 299-1699
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
None
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
Billed by hourly rates.
Hourly Rates
Wendy Morck: $350 per hour; Associate Attorney: $250 per hour; Paralegal: $200 per hour; Legal Assistant: $150 per hour.
Free Initial Consultation?
I handle all initial consultations. I do not offer free initial consultations.
Typical Retainer
$5,000
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