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Anita Gumm
Gumm & Green LLP
5743 Corsa Avenue
Suite 111
Westlake Village, CA 91362
Phone: (818) 707-4233 | Fax: (818) 707-4262
http://www.gummandgreen.com
AGGRESSIVE, AFFORDABLE, 25 YEARS COMBINED EXPERIENCE
Legal Topic
Family Law
Preferred New Clients
All areas of Family Law, including but not limited to child custody, visitation, child support, spousal support, and domestic violence retraining orders.
Sub-Categories
Family Law
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Name Changes
- Restraining Orders
- Enforcement Actions
- Child Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Child Support
- Custody
- Paternity
- Visitation
- Domestic Partnerships
- Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender Rights
- Living Together/Cohabitation
- Marriage
- Power of Attorney
- Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
- Guardianships & Conservatorships
- Powers of Attorney
- Grandparent Rights
- Termination of Parental Rights
Legal Topic
Divorce
Preferred New Clients
All areas of Divorce, including but not limited to child custody, visitation, child support, spousal support, and domestic violence retraining orders.
Sub-Categories
Divorce
- Alimony/Palimony/Spousal Support
- Annulment
Bar Admissions
CA, Jun 1993
Bar Number: 164967
Other Court Admissions
California State Court; United States District Court, Central District of California.
Association Memberships
Ventura County Bar Association and Los Angeles County Bar Association.
Continuing Education
I attend continuing legal education seminars on Family Law and Litigation. I always exceed the required amount of continuing education hours.
Papers and Publications
Published in Ventura County Star newspaper; The Thousand Oaks Update magazine.
Example Cases
I handled a Family Law case where I got 100% custody of the children for one parent.
I also obtained high child support and spousal support awards after research into the employment of one spouse's income.
I also handled a termination of spousal support case where a father was paying child support, but was terminated and credited when he was found not to be the father.
Education
Degree:
B.A.
School:
California State University of Northridge
City:
Los Angeles
State:
CA
Year:
1974
Focus and Accomplishments:
History
Degree:
Litigation Legal Assistant Specialist
School:
California State University, Los Angeles
City:
Los Angeles
State:
CA
Year:
1986
Focus and Accomplishments:
Litigation
Degree:
Juris Doctor
School:
Southwestern University School of Law
City:
Los Angeles
State:
CA
Year:
1992
Focus and Accomplishments:
Moot Court participant.
Number of Attorneys
3
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
Our client's satisfaction is the main focus, which means we are aggressive and experienced in Family Law cases, yet still affordable. Our firm prides itself on returning all client calls within 24 hours and having a staff that values our client's concerns during this time of crisis.
Lindsey Green and I established Gumm & Green in June 1998 in Westlake Village, California. We represent clients in Los Angeles and Ventura County in Family Law and Bankruptcy Law.
Previous Employment Summary
I was a Family Law associate for law firm Wilkinson & Sood from 1995 to 1998 and an associate in Family Law for Van Sickle & Rowley from 1998 to 1999.
Activities and Awards
Judge Pro Tem for the Ventura Superior Court; Mediator for the Los Angeles Superior Court; Pro Bono work for the Free Legal Clinic in Family Law; Volunteer legal advisor for the Pro Per Clinic in Ventura County; Judge in mock trial competition at the Ventura County Superior Court.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
Clients who educate themselves help the attorney explain the legal process and procedures in their case.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I am willing to review documents prepared by clients and offer my legal opinion.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I have done this in the past where I will advise clients from behind the scene and also prepare legal documents on their behalf.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I liked to argue and win as a child, and found that this came in handy as a lawyer.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
My life experience working with people in retail and service jobs helps me understand suffering in client's time of need.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I understand people, children and their problems when going through a divorce, and I can help them legally and emotionally cope with this stressful time.
What do you like best about your career?
The changes and influence I can make in people's lives is rewarding. I meet people from all walks of life that I would never meet otherwise.
Tell us about your law firm:
I have been a partner in our law firm for 10 years. I am attentive to all of my clients' immediate needs. Our paralegals have a wealth of knowledge and are sensitive to our clients' needs. Our staff works well with all of our clients and understands that client satisfaction is always our goal.
What are your strengths and style?
I am an excellent listener and advisor for my clients. I am very aggressive to advocate on behalf of my clients. I also settle cases when it makes sense for my clients and they want to settle. My clients are the "boss" and make the final decision after receiving my legal experience.
Personal Interests:
I enjoy hiking with my three dogs on my free time. I read extensively on all subjects.
Office Manager/Assistant
Rick
Fax
(818) 707-4262
Office Hours
Monday through Thursday:
9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday:
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
None
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
No.
Hourly Rates
$350.
Free Initial Consultation?
Yes, up to 30 minutes.
Typical Retainer
$2,500 to $3,500.
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