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Kathleen A. Brown
Brown and Dahan
38 Corporate Park
Irvine, CA 92606
Phone: (949) 724-8857 | Fax: (949) 724-8917
http://www.brownanddahan.com
Aggressive Women Lawyers
Legal Topic
Family Law
Preferred New Clients
We prefer clients who have any issues pending dealing with divorce or family law.
Sub-Categories
Family Law
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Name Changes
- Restraining Orders
- Enforcement Actions
- Child Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Elder Abuse
- Sexual Abuse
- Adoptions
- Child Support
- Children's Rights
- Custody
- Paternity
- State Child Protection
- Visitation
- Civil Unions
- Domestic Partnerships
- Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender Rights
- Marriage
- Power of Attorney
- Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
- Grandparent Rights
- Termination of Parental Rights
Legal Topic
Divorce
Preferred New Clients
We prefer clients who have any issues pending dealing with divorce or family law.
Sub-Categories
Divorce
- Alimony/Palimony/Spousal Support
- Annulment
- Child Support
- Custody/Visitation Rights
- Division of Property
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution(ADR)
- Restraining Orders
- Uncontested Divorce
Bar Admissions
CA, Jun 1995
Bar Number: 176294
Other Court Admissions
All California State and Federal Courts.
Association Memberships
Court Appointed Special Advocates of Orange County.
Continuing Education
I attend continuing legal education seminars on the topics of family law and litigation.
Papers and Publications
I have been published in Orange County Lawyer Magazine.
Example Cases
We handle all aspects of divorce and family law. Our cases span from uncontested dissolution of marriages to the complex litigation involving all aspects of child custody, support and property division issues.
Education
Degree:
Juris Doctor
School:
Western State University
City:
Fullerton
State:
CA
Year:
1994
Number of Attorneys
3
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
Our firm was established in 2000. We have two partners, one associate and one paralegal.
Our focus is to provide the utmost professional and personal representation to our clients while aggressively pursuing their case goals. We thrive on the ability to help our clients navigate through the often difficult journey of divorce. We provide each client with individualized attention and understanding.
Previous Employment Summary
• Law Offices of Kathleen A. Brown, Fountain Valley, CA, 1995 to 2000
• Law Offices of Ira M. Friedman, Beverly Hills, CA 1988 to 1992
• Law Offices of Dahan & Dahan, Los Angeles, CA, 1992 to 2000
Activities and Awards
I am on the Board of Directors of Human Options, a non-profit organization helping women and children who are victims of domestic violence rebuild their lives. I am also an active member of Women in Leadership and Court Appointed Special Advocates.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
We encourage our clients to educate themselves on the law and the process of divorce. We feel this is important to empowering clients through the divorce process.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
We are happy to review documents prepared by prospective clients.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
Our willingness to coach a client would have to depend on the particular situation presented.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I wanted to be a lawyer at an early age. The intellectual challenge and the many different areas of law were intriguing.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
I have a Bachelor's of Science degree that greatly assists me in handling complex financial issues associated with dissolution. I have spent over 14 years volunteering as an advocate for abused and neglected children. This has strengthened my already deep understanding and appreciation of what children experience as they go through the dissolution process with their parents.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I chose family law initially because it encompassed many different areas of law and not just the area of divorce. Family law involves business law, civil law, criminal law, estate planning, bankruptcy law and tax law to mention a few. I enjoy the challenge each individual case has to offer and the opportunity to assist my clients in steering them toward a start of a new chapter in their lives.
What do you like best about your career?
I like that I am able to help clients through a difficult time in their lives and take them through the process with attention and understanding.
Tell us about your law firm:
My partner, Nancy Dahan, and I have been together for over eight years. She has been practicing family law for over 20 years, and is an experienced litigator with a strong background in complex trial work.
Our associate, Heather Biddle, has been practicing law for over seven years. She has extensive expertise in family law.
Our paralegal, Julie, has many years of experience in family law. She is extremely attentive to all of our clients and is available for any questions or needs that our clients may have.
What are your strengths and style?
I am a great listener, and do not rush through client meetings. I take the time to understand every detail of my clients' lives and the desired outcome for their case. I am extremely personable and available virtually 24 hours a day either by phone or e-mail.
Personal Interests:
I enjoy spending time with my family and friends.
Office Manager/Assistant
Julie.
Fax
(949) 724-8917
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
No
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
Our fees are dependent on each individual case.
Hourly Rates
• $325 partner
• $285 associate
• $175 paralegal
Free Initial Consultation?
Yes, for 30 minutes.
Typical Retainer
We do not have a typical retainer.
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