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Julianne Jensen

Julianne Jensen

Pacific Mediation Center
2082 Union St.
San Francisco, CA 94123

Phone: (415) 921-7919  |  Fax: (415) 921-6949

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Family Law Mediation

Legal Topic

Family Law

Preferred New Clients

I prefer to work with parties willing to work through a collaborative, structured process to resolve conflicts.

Sub-Categories

Family Law
  • Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
  • Restraining Orders
Children
  • Child Support
  • Custody
  • Paternity
  • Visitation
Couples
  • Living Together/Cohabitation
  • Marriage
  • Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements

Legal Topic

Divorce

Preferred New Clients

I prefer to work with parties willing to work through a collaborative, structured process to resolve conflicts.

Sub-Categories

Divorce
  • Alimony/Palimony/Spousal Support
  • Annulment

Bar Admissions

CA, Jul 1985
Bar Number: 118972

Other Court Admissions

All California State Courts; Federal & District Courts; State Appellate Courts; Federal Appellate Courts

Association Memberships

California State Bar

Continuing Education

In addition to the continuing education requirements of the State Bar, 12 hours/year, primarily in the area of Family Law, I have more than 200 hours of conflict resolution training. I also have training in collaborative law.

Example Cases

I have represented both husbands and wives in dissolution cases, some of which were intensely litigated. That litigation experience lead me to family law mediation which has been the focus of my practice since 1993.

Education

Degree:

Bachelor of Arts

School:

Southern Illinois University

City:

Carbondale

State:

CA

Year:

1978

Honors:

Summa Cum Laude

Focus and Accomplishments:

Emphasis on Sociology and Spanish

 

Degree:

J.D.

School:

Golden Gate University School of Law

City:

San Francisco

State:

CA

Year:

1984

Number of Attorneys

1

State Licensed In

California

Firm Focus and History

Since 1993 I have been a sole practitioner focusing on family law mediation.

Previous Employment Summary

1989-1992: Schapiro-Thorn, Inc.; 1988-1989: Morse & Associates; 1985-1988: Contract work for various civil litigation firms

Activities and Awards

I am a volunteer settlement attorney in the Family Law Court of the San Francisco Superior Court. I also volunteer with the Peninsula Conflict Resolution Center, a community mediation center.

What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

I believe that when clients educate themselves about the legal issues, they feel empowered and more confident in making decisions.

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 willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves.

Why did you decide to be a lawyer?

Initially, I wanted to help people by representing them in court proceedings. Over the years, I have learned that mediation is a more effective and efficient way to resolve conflicts.

What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?

My years of litigation experience and many hours of conflict resolution training help me to be a better mediator.

Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?

My primary area of expertise is Family Law. Litigation can lead to "winners" and "losers", which can be particularly problematic when children are involved and parties need to communicate in order to co-parent. In mediation, people can find resolutions which honor all parties.

What do you like best about your career?

I like best helping parties reach a resolution that they feel is workable and acceptable.

Tell us about your law firm:

I am a sole practitioner, and the client will always talk to me.

What are your strengths and style?

I have strong communication and analytical skills and more than 20 years in family law and mediation.

Using a structured process, I help parties to better hear and understand each other. As a result, there is a greater sense of confidence, fairness and commitment to resolutions.

Personal Interests:

I enjoy my family, yoga, and hiking.

Fax

(415) 921-6949

Office Hours

Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Emergency After Hours

No

Fixed-Price Services and Fees

I only work on an hourly basis.

Hourly Rates

$275

Free Initial Consultation?

I offer couples a half hour free consultation.

Typical Retainer

I do not collect retainers. Payment is due at the end of our session.

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