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Milda Goeriz
Law Firm: Law Offices of Milda Goeriz
961 Ygnacio Valley Road
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Phone: (925) 262-3884 | Fax: (925) 262-2368
Trusted Family Law Counsel in Walnut Creek
Legal Topic
Family Law
Preferred New Clients
No preference. I will provide the highest level of service to all individuals and families dealing with family law issues. However, I appreciate honesty, openness to suggestions and willingness to work together to find the best solutions.
Sub-Categories
Family Law
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Name Changes
- Restraining Orders
- Child Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Elder Abuse
- Sexual Abuse
- Adoptions
- Child Support
- Children's Rights
- Custody
- Foster Care
- Paternity
- State Child Protection
- Visitation
- Civil Unions
- Common Law Marriage
- Domestic Partnerships
- Living Together/Cohabitation
- Marriage
- Power of Attorney
- Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
- Grandparent Rights
- Termination of Parental Rights
Legal Topic
Divorce
Preferred New Clients
No preference. I will provide the highest level of service to all individuals and families dealing with family law issues. However, I appreciate honesty, openness to suggestions and willingness to work together to find the best solutions.
Sub-Categories
Divorce
- Alimony/Palimony/Spousal Support
- Annulment
- Child Support
- Custody/Visitation Rights
- Delinquent Support Payments
- Division of Property
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution(ADR)
- Restraining Orders
- Uncontested Divorce
- Collaborative Law
Bar Admissions
CA, Jul 2007
Bar Number: 250385
Other Court Admissions
California State Courts.
Association Memberships
American Bar Association - Family Law Section ; California State Bar Association - Family Law Section; Contra Costa County Bar Association - Family Law Section and Women's Section; San Francisco Bar Association - Family Law Section; Queens Bench Bar Association.
Continuing Education
I attend over 60 hours of Family Law continuing legal education seminars per year.
Papers and Publications
Not yet. However, I have interest in contributing to legal journals with regards to hot topics in the changing face of today's definition of family.
Example Cases
I handle all family law cases including divorce, legal separation, marriage annulment, child custody disputes, child and spousal support, and property division. Also, I aid unmarried couples who have been living together (cohabitation). In addition, I offer help in child or spousal abuse cases. Furthermore, I prepare prenuptial and postnuptial agreements and guide couples through the process of adoption. It is hard to name all of the family law issues that may arise but my clients can trust my practice to assist them in any matter with greatest skill, care, and diligence.
Due to my commitment to ensure clients privacy it is my policy not to discuss individual cases.
Education
Degree:
B.A. in Law
School:
Vilnius University
City:
Vilnius, Lithuania
State:
Information coming soon.
Year:
2000
Focus and Accomplishments:
General Practice
Degree:
Masters of Law (L.L.M.)
School:
Golden Gate School of Law
City:
San Francisco
State:
CA
Year:
2007
Honors:
Graduated with Honors
Focus and Accomplishments:
United States Legal Practice.
Degree:
Masters in Law
School:
Vilnius University
City:
Vilnius, Lithuania
State:
Information coming soon.
Year:
2003
Focus and Accomplishments:
Specialization in International and European Union Law with concentration on Property Rights; Telders International Moot Court Competition, Hague, Netherlands 2002.
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
My firm guides people through the most difficult and stressful times of their life when dealing with complicated family law matters. I provide fair and assertive representation and unparalleled service focused on the best interests of the client.
My main focus is to make the process easy for my clients in their time of struggle.
Law Offices of Milda Goeriz were established on January 1st, 2008.
Although my office is located in the heart of Walnut Creek., I serve clients throughout the entire East Bay and San Francisco areas (Contra Costa, Alameda, and Solano Counties).
Previous Employment Summary
While establishing my practice, I worked pro bono for Bay Area Legal Aid and San Francisco Bar Association Volunteer Legal Services assisting low income individuals and families in marital dissolutions, child custody and visitation, child and spousal support and domestic violence restraining orders. Also, I have advised clients on how to prepare and file divorce forms directly with the court without the assistance of an attorney.
Prior to coming to the United States, I worked as a consultant to the Lithuanian Ministry of Justice advising the Government Representative to the European Court of Human Rights on property rights issues under the European Convention of Human Rights.
Previous to that position, I was employed as a law clerk at a private law practice assisting in all aspects of trial preparation and legal research related to personal injury law, trusts and estates and family law.
Activities and Awards
I serve the community working pro bono for Bay Area Legal Aid and San Francisco Bar Association Volunteer Legal Services. I also assist the Contra Costa Bar Association Moderate Means Program.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I strongly encourage clients to educate themselves not only on legal issues, but also on financial planning and the best strategies on dealing with stressful changes in life. I also promote clients learning various techniques on creating a prosperous and bright future for themselves as well as their children. My practice has an extensive collection of books on these subjects which clients are welcome to use.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I am willing to review documents prepared by clients.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I am glad to coach clients who want to represent themselves under appropriate circumstances. I feel that in most cases professional representation is crucial; however, limited scope "issue by issue" representation may be sufficient in certain matters.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I wanted a career that was challenging and rewarding at the same time. I feel that I best utilize my skills and talent by helping people who are dealing with very personal matters to navigate the legal system.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
I have a European and American legal education and, therefore, I am competent in both legal systems. Furthermore, I am multilingual and speak Lithuanian, German and Russian, thus I am capable in providing services to people with limited English ability.
While working for a psychological help line in Europe, I had the opportunity to receive training in psychology. This experience helped me to acquire a unique set of skills that are invaluable in working with people under emotional distress.
Finally, my experiences as a wife and a mother have allowed me to better understand and relate to my clients' situations.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
Family law attracted me as one of the most dynamic and complex areas of practice. It is constantly changing and I enjoy the challenge of the need for continued education and self study. I feel that I am only as good as my ability to adapt to my clients growing needs.
What do you like best about your career?
I enjoy working with people and helping them to find solutions. I feel that my work makes a difference, and that makes my career rewarding.
Tell us about your law firm:
I am a solo practitioner, thus all of my clients receive a lot of direct and personal attention.
What are your strengths and style?
My strengths are professional resourcefulness and personal diversity in addition to outstanding communication and negotiation skills. Also, I truly care about serving my clients needs and I am dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of legal training, integrity and personal performance.
Personal Interests:
I enjoy work with underprivileged children, art, reading, and travel.
Fax
(925) 262-2368
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Additional hours are available by appointment.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
Lithuanian, Russian, German
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
I will provide fixed-price services on a case by case basis.
Hourly Rates
$250.
Free Initial Consultation?
I charge $125 for the initial consultation which usually lasts up to one hour.
Typical Retainer
Retainer varies depending on the complexity of the case.
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