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Nancy Behr Marmol
Law Offices of Nancy Marmol
550 Montgomery
Suite 550
San Francisco, CA 94111
Phone: (415) 781-0550 | Fax: (415) 781-6683
http://www.lawyers.com/nancymarmol
Certified Law Specialist
Legal Topic
Family Law
Preferred New Clients
I prefer to help clients have the least disruptive divorce proceedings possible.
Sub-Categories
Family Law
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Adoptions
- Child Support
- Custody
- Paternity
- Visitation
- Civil Unions
- Domestic Partnerships
- Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender Rights
- Living Together/Cohabitation
- Marriage
- Power of Attorney
- Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
Legal Topic
Divorce
Preferred New Clients
I prefer to help clients have the least disruptive divorce proceedings possible.
Sub-Categories
Divorce
- Alimony/Palimony/Spousal Support
- Annulment
Bar Admissions
CA, Nov 1979
Bar Number: 87790
Specialty Certifications
Family law.
Other Court Admissions
Supreme Court of California; Northern District of California.
Association Memberships
Bar Association of San Francisco.
Continuing Education
I have over 60 hours in family law seminars for Certified Specialists in the last five years. I also have 40 hours of training in mediation and ten hours of training in collaborative law.
Example Cases
In 26 years of practice, I have handled most types of family law cases. Some of the most challenging instances have involved interstate custody questions, where it was necessary for the courts to determine whether California or another state was the appropriate jurisdiction to make orders regarding the parties' children.
Education
Degree:
B.A.
School:
Dominican College
City:
San Rafael
State:
CA
Year:
1976
Degree:
Juris Doctor
School:
University of California, Hastings College of Law
City:
San Francisco
State:
CA
Year:
1979
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
I am a sole practitioner and I handle all types of family law. My practice was opened in 1979.
Previous Employment Summary
Before attending law school, I worked as a long-distance telephone operator, a switchboard operator for a hotel, a typesetter for a newspaper, and an accounts receivable clerk for a medical laboratory.
Activities and Awards
• Certified Family Law Specialist
• Judge Pro Tem, San Francisco Unified Family Court
• Settlement Conference Judge Pro Tem, San Francisco Unified Family Court
• Northern California Super Lawyers (2005 and 2006)
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I am very happy to help clients learn about their legal issues. The client and I are much more likely to achieve a satisfactory outcome if the client thoroughly understands the law and the legal procedures.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I will always review documents prepared by clients. I like clients who are willing to take charge of their own cases. I understand that some clients prefer to save money by doing legal work themselves to the best of their ability.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I often coach clients in self-representation.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
When I was an undergraduate, I took some classes in the Paralegal Department of my college. Law was the first subject that I was passionately interested in.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
I have 26 years of experience doing family law. My additional training in mediation and collaborative law has been helpful as well.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
When I first graduated from law school, I did not know what type of law I wanted to practice, so I tried many different areas. Over the years, it turned out that family law is what I like best and what I'm best at.
What do you like best about your career?
I like the opportunity to help people during a difficult time in their lives. A divorce is never pleasant, but a good attorney can keep it from spinning out of control. I like seeing my clients move on with their lives after achieving the best possible result in their legal matter.
Tell us about your law firm:
I am a sole practitioner. I share office space with other attorneys who practice immigration, landlord/tenant, personal injury, and wills and trusts.
What are your strengths and style?
I am very knowledgeable in all areas of family law. I am a practical person and can usually find solutions to most problems. Other lawyers often refer cases to me which appear too difficult or complicated for them to sort out.
I believe an attorney should always treat other attorneys, clients and opposing parties with the utmost professional courtesy. I always like to see cases resolved without litigation, and I encourage my clients to use alternative dispute resolution such as mediation or collaborative law. However, I will litigate in an appropriate case.
Personal Interests:
My main extra-curricular activity is "competing in agility" with my two Pomeranians, Sasha and Little Bear. I am also active in the Green Party of San Francisco.
Office Manager/Assistant
None
Fax
(415) 781-6683
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
No
Foreign Languages
Spanish.
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
I do not have fixed-price services or fees.
Hourly Rates
$350 per hour.
Free Initial Consultation?
The initial consultation is $80 for as long as you need.
Typical Retainer
The retainer depends on the type of case and the amount of work to be done. Generally, it is $1,500 to $10,000.
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