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Kathleen S. Amos
Attorney at Law & Mediator
206 5th Street
Suite 2-B
Galt, CA 95632
Phone: (916) 524-9014 | Fax: (209) 744-9043
Divorce to Peace
Legal Topic
Family Law
Preferred New Clients
Family Law clients, especially child custody and support, as well as Divorce Mediation.
Sub-Categories
Family Law
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Restraining Orders
- Child Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Sexual Abuse
- Adoptions
- Child Support
- Custody
- Paternity
- Visitation
- Marriage
- Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
Legal Topic
Divorce
Preferred New Clients
Family Law clients, especially child custody and support, as well as Divorce Mediation.
Sub-Categories
Divorce
- Alimony/Palimony/Spousal Support
- Annulment
Bar Admissions
CA, Dec 1983
Bar Number: 112395
Specialty Certifications
Family Law Specialist since 1997
Other Court Admissions
California & Federal
Association Memberships
California State Bar Association
Continuing Education
I always attend the CFLR Annual Family Law Review Course; I serve on the MCLE Committee for the San Joaquin County Bar Association and I always exceed the required/minimum amount of continuing education hours.
Example Cases
I offer a range of services, including Limited Scope Representation or Full Representation.
Education
Degree:
B.S.
School:
Drake University
City:
Des Moines
State:
IA
Year:
1972
Honors:
4-Year Firestone Scholarship
Degree:
J.D.
School:
McGeorge School of Law
City:
Sacramento
State:
CA
Year:
1983
Honors:
Moot Court
Focus and Accomplishments:
Women's Caucus Executive Officer
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
Family Law, especially child custody and support, as well as Divorce Mediation; I would love it if I could spend all of my time involved in mediation services.
Private practice for 16 years; most recently, returned to private practice from governmental employment more than two years ago (1-1-05).
Previous Employment Summary
Have worked in Child Support Services (6 years), Juvenile Court (5 years), and as Family Law Facilitator (6 months) while living in the same home for more than 21 years.
Activities and Awards
Judge Pro Tem for Sacramento Family Law Court regarding Mandatory Settlement Conferences.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
It helps when consumers understand the law and the public policies that underlie the laws.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I am very willing to review documents prepared by clients; this is one of the best ways a litigant can spend one's budget for attorney's fees.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I am very willing to coach a party/litigant who wants to represent him or her self.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
To make life for children more sensible.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
Before deciding to attend law school, I went through my own divorce and put my first husband through law school. I grew up with marital conflict and family dysfunction, so I worked professionally in social services prior to deciding to go to law school.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I think the things I watched my aunt and my mother go through while I was still a child propelled me to go into Family Law and Juvenile Law.
What do you like best about your career?
The law is constantly changing in Family Law; it is never boring and I learn all the time. I learn from clients, as well as other attorneys and from research/articles/etc. I never feel like I have learned it "all." But probably the most rewarding part of Family Law is when I feel like I have helped somebody move through their divorce and see that there really is "life after divorce." It can be an exciting time; an opportunity for a fresh start!
Tell us about your law firm:
I am happy to consult with party/litigants regarding any aspect of their case. The client remains firmly in control; I deal with whatever issues the client requests. I am flexible about traveling to meet with party/litigants wherever they are comfortable meeting.
What are your strengths and style?
My style is low-key and supportive. I like to take a client "as they are" and answer the questions they want answered. If a client is completely off-base, I will tell them that I believe they will be disappointed at court. I tend to be straightforward about my opinions, but I will also explain the basis for my opinion.
Personal Interests:
I love music of most types, sports (my son plays football), bicycling and church. I spend most of my free time involved in volunteer work with the local historical society or choirs. Also, I serve as a Commissioner for the local Parks & Recreation Commission. I am interested in politics and public policy. I love movies and TV, especially as they provide an in-depth look at the ways people interact and relate to one another. I am a student of human nature and human error.
Office Manager/Assistant
None
Fax
(209) 744-9043
Office Hours
Monday through Thursday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
No
Foreign Languages
None
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
Not applicable
Hourly Rates
$100/hr. for consultation; $200/hr. for document generation or $300/hr. for court appearances, settlement negotiations, deposition appearance or mediation (with both parties)
Free Initial Consultation?
Not applicable
Typical Retainer
This depends on what client wants.
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