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Marianne S. Tolchin
Law Offfice of Marianne S. Tolchin
992 Monterey St
Suite E
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone: (805) 593-0300 | Fax: (805) 541-0965
Settlle if you can, fight hard if you can't!
Legal Topic
Family Law
Preferred New Clients
Any and all areas of Family law.
Sub-Categories
Family Law
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Name Changes
- Restraining Orders
- Enforcement Actions
- Child Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Sexual Abuse
- Child Support
- Custody
- Paternity
- Visitation
- Domestic Partnerships
- Living Together/Cohabitation
- Marriage
- Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
- Grandparent Rights
- Termination of Parental Rights
Legal Topic
Divorce
Preferred New Clients
Any and all areas of Family law.
Sub-Categories
Divorce
- Alimony/Palimony/Spousal Support
- Annulment
- Child Support
- Custody/Visitation Rights
- Delinquent Support Payments
- Division of Property
- Restraining Orders
- Uncontested Divorce
- Collaborative Law
Bar Admissions
CA, Jun 2002
Bar Number: 219610
Other Court Admissions
Superior Court of California.
Association Memberships
California Bar Association.
Continuing Education
I attend continuing legal education seminars in family law and I always exceed the required amount of continuing education hours.
Example Cases
The dissolutions I have handled included complex property and custody issues, ownership shares of homes and pensions; evaluations of parties and children to determine custody. I have also handled same-sex marriage, dissolution and pre-nuptial agreements.
Education
Degree:
Juris Doctorate
School:
Santa Barbara College of Law
City:
Santa Barbara
State:
CA
Year:
2001
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
I have been a solo family law practitioner since June of 2002. My practice is limited to family law matters: divorce; custody; spousal and child support; restraining orders.
Previous Employment Summary
Between 1981-2000 I was an active real estate broker.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I believe in educating my clients to the law applicable for their circumstances and encourage them to educate themselves. I am always willing to explain legal issues and the policy behind court orders.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
Won't do it due to liability concerns.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I won't do it due to liability concerns. I am willing, however, to draft Marital Settlement Agreements and prepare judgments after clients have agreed on the major issues.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I enjoy the intellectual challenge of problem solving and I believe that my life experience and communication skills help me assist people. I firmly believe in, and support, settlements whenever possible.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
My experience as a real estate broker who negotiated complex transactions, as well as my experience raising two educated, successful children contributes to being a better lawyer.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
During law school, I interned with the Family Law facilitator and I discovered an interest in Family Law.
What do you like best about your career?
What I like best is when I feel that I help maintain stability in the lives of children while their parents are going through a divorce.
Tell us about your law firm:
I am a solo practitioner working with one paralegal, who is also attending law school. A good amount of the paperwork is completed by my paralegal at a fraction of the cost of my time.
What are your strengths and style?
I am in favor of settlements whenever possible. I don't shy away from a fight when the other party is being unreasonable.
Personal Interests:
Travel, reading, and listening to classical music.
Office Manager/Assistant
Neil Warner
Fax
(805) 541-0965
Office Hours
Monday through Thursday:
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.;
Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
No
Foreign Languages
Hungarian
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
No. We charge by the hour for all work.
Hourly Rates
$250 for attorney time and $65 for paralegal time.
Free Initial Consultation?
Yes, 30-minutes. Standard rates apply thereafter.
Typical Retainer
$5,000 - for a contested divorce.
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