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Kristina Kendall-Gkikas
Kendall & Gkikas LLP
143 Harvard Ave.
Suite E
Claremont, CA 91711
Phone: (909) 482-1422 | Fax: (909) 482-1423
http://www.parents4children.com
For Parents Seeking Answers/Results In or Out of Court
Legal Topic
Family Law
Preferred New Clients
We take on all cases and clients.
Sub-Categories
Family Law
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Restraining Orders
- Enforcement Actions
- Domestic Violence
- Child Support
- Custody
- Paternity
- Visitation
- Domestic Partnerships
- Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender Rights
- Marriage
- Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
- Grandparent Rights
- Termination of Parental Rights
Legal Topic
Divorce
Preferred New Clients
We take on all cases and clients.
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
- Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender (LGBT) Rights
Bar Admissions
CA, Nov 2004
Bar Number: 232270
Other Court Admissions
California State and Federal Courts.
Association Memberships
Los Angeles County Bar Association, San Bernardino County Bar Association, East/West Family Law Bar.
Continuing Education
I attend family law seminars with other peers.
Example Cases
• Fought for joint share plans for parent where neither parent was unfit.
• Regularly litigated child support against Department of Child Support Services.
• Worked often with clients in negotiating through out-of-court settlement terms.
• Handled numerous self-employed or business owners through property division or support issues in paternity or divorces.
• Assisted recovering alcoholic/drug users in reestablishing custodial rights and in several instances obtained full custody for them.
Education
Degree:
Juris Doctorate
School:
University of LaVerne Law
City:
Ontario
State:
CA
Year:
2004
Honors:
CALI Award in Criminal Procedure.
Focus and Accomplishments:
Moot Court Team, Officer to Student Bar Association.
Degree:
Bachelor of Arts, Art
School:
University of LaVerne
City:
LaVerne
State:
CA
Year:
1996
Number of Attorneys
2
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
From 1994 until 2006, our firm primarily focused on fathers' rights. Since 2006, due to changes to legislature, our firm has shifted to focusing on parental rights, to custody and support issues.
Our firm started in 1994 with Thomas Kendall as a sole practitioner, and I was the paralegal. The office grew to include two offices, several attorneys and paralegals. In 2004, I became licensed as an attorney, and in 2008, the office was changed to a partnership between Thomas and I. Currently, no other attorneys are associated with the firm.
Previous Employment Summary
While in law school, I interned and made court appearances for the Department of Child Support Services. Prior to my bar admission in 2004, I was a family law paralegal for ten years handling dissolution of marriage, paternity disputes, custody battles, support litigation with Department of Child Support Services and appeals arising out of these matters.
Activities and Awards
Minor's Counsel Court Appointments, Los Angeles County Mediation Panel Attorney, Pro Bono work for County Legal Aide.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
Wonderful. Most people I see in court are upset not because the result was not fair or equitable, but rather, they misunderstood what the law allows.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I am very willing.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I am willing to an extent insofar as evidence laws cannot be taught overnight.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I worked as a paralegal for ten years in family law. I enjoyed helping people through one the most difficult times of their life and wanted to provide the full service instead of just paperwork.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
Because I worked in the real world before choosing to become a lawyer, I can apply street sense as well as book smarts to my litigation skills.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
Family law practice is highly intensive with daily court appearances, which keeps me active and sharp.
What do you like best about your career?
The smile on children's faces when they get to see their parent.
Tell us about your law firm:
I am part of a two-attorney firm, wherein the other attorney is my brother and the office manager is my sister-in-law. Also, my assistant is worth her weight in gold and my clients stay in contact with her even after the process is over!
What are your strengths and style?
I believe that it is important to be civil and courteous both in court and out of court to my colleagues and other parties, with the understanding that I will effectively and zealous argue for my client's position.
Personal Interests:
I enjoy family time, traveling, classic cars, and Harley Davidsons.
Office Manager/Assistant
Cathy.
Fax
(909) 482-1423
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
No
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
No.
Hourly Rates
$300 self; $110 paralegals.
Free Initial Consultation?
No, initial consultation is $60 and lasts for about an hour.
Typical Retainer
A typical retainer is quoted based upon what the client needs done in the next sixty days, and ranges from $1,500 to $5,000 (not a guarantee).
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