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Carol F. Delzer
Family Law Center A Professional Corporation
1722 Professional Drive
Sacramento, CA 95825
Phone: (916) 488-5088 | Fax: (916) 488-5080
http://www.familylawcenter.us
Divorce Done Differently
Legal Topic
Family Law
Preferred New Clients
Family Law, Divorce, Mediation, Child Custody and Support, Spousal Support.
Sub-Categories
Family Law
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Name Changes
- Restraining Orders
- Child Support
- Custody
- Paternity
- Visitation
- Civil Unions
- Common Law Marriage
- 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
Family Law, Divorce, Mediation, Child Custody and Support, Spousal Support.
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
- Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender (LGBT) Rights
Bar Admissions
CA, Jun 1989
Bar Number: 140588
Specialty Certifications
Certified Family Law Specialist.
Other Court Admissions
California State Courts.
Association Memberships
Sacramento Collaborative Practice Group, State Bar of California, Sacramento County Bar Association.
Continuing Education
I attend family law seminars and teach Continuing Legal Education for Mediation.
Papers and Publications
Co-author, "Positive Discipline for Single Parents"
Author, "Collaborative Co-Parenting"
Example Cases
I handle a range of mediation and collaborative family law cases - from couples who are in conflict but capable of being in a room together - to couples who are amicable but challenged by legal questions. Often in a mediation or collaborative case, I am capable of helping conflicted couples by finding creative solutions.
Education
Degree:
Juris Doctor
School:
San Francisco Law School
City:
San Francisco
State:
CA
Year:
1987
Degree:
Master of Arts, Counseling
School:
University of San Francisco
City:
San Francisco
State:
CA
Year:
1993
Focus and Accomplishments:
Mediation - Co-Parenting.
Number of Attorneys
5
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
We are a family law team who serve in a compassionate and professional manner. Our goal is to change the way people obtain a divorce or a co-parent plan. We strive to help people resolve conflict in a meaningful and satisfying way.
I founded my practice in 1991 as the Law and Mediation office of Delzer and Associates. Now known as Family Law Center, the firm has expertise and experience in providing alternative ways to go through the divorce process.
Previous Employment Summary
Before becoming an attorney, I was a self-employed real estate broker. I am also a licensed Marriage Family Therapist.
Activities and Awards
• Certified Family Law Specialist, 1995 State Bar of California
• Member, Association of Family Conciliation Courts
• Delegate, California Collaborative Practice
• Founding Member, Sacramento Collaborative Practice Group
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I encourage clients to educate themselves on legal issues. It has always been my practice to inform clients of the law before entering into an agreement with a spouse.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
Family Law Center provides unbundled services which include document review and preparation.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
We provide unbundled services.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I went to law school because I was disappointed by the traditional legal process. I was determined to be an attorney who handled cases differently with a focus on creativity in solutions through a settlement-oriented process.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
My background in negotiating real estate transactions taught me how to build agreements with creative solutions and financial savvy, while maintaining mutual respect.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I chose family law because it offered me an opportunity through mediation and collaborative family law to work with couples coming apart in a settlement-oriented, meaningful way.
What do you like best about your career?
I enjoy helping people reach agreements and making a difference in the way families come apart.
Tell us about your law firm:
The Family Law Center staff is compassionate and professional. They are attentive to the needs of those going through this difficult time in their lives.
What are your strengths and style?
As a Marriage Family Therapist, Attorney-Mediator and Owner of Family Law Center, the services I provide to my clients offer the following benefits:
• Reduce polarization and hostility
• Advantageous, economical alternatives to traditional litigation
• Allow parties direct involvement in decision-making
• Reduce fear and anxiety with regard to the divorce and separation
• Allow parties to move at a mutually agreeable pace
• Establish a level of communication and cooperation
• Help parties transition from marital partners to parenting partners
• Keep the best interests of the children at the forefront
Personal Interests:
Real estate, golf and boating.
Office Manager/Assistant
Jamie L. Miller, Office Manager
Fax
(916) 488-5080
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
No
Foreign Languages
Kelley Payne speaks German and French.
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
No.
Hourly Rates
$195 to $385.
Free Initial Consultation?
Discounted rate - $100 for one half-hour.
Typical Retainer
No typical retainer.
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