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At the Ventura County Law and Mediation Offices of Barton Pokras we provide personal attention in matters related to divorce, support, & custody. We serve clients in Westlake Villlage, Thousand Oaks, Agoura Hills, Moorpark, Oak Park, Simi Valley, Calabasas, Camarillo, Oxnard, Ventura, and Ojai. We represent families and individuals throughout Los Angeles County and Ventura County.

The Law and Mediation Offices of Barton Pokras

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Office Locations:

Westlake Village Office

3075 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd.

Westlake Village, CA 91362

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Ventura Office

1198 Navigator Drive #20

Ventura, CA 93001

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Phone: 805-477-0505

Fax: 805-676-1481

Divorce & Property Division Attorney

Over 20 Years of California Family Law Experience

Ending your marriage may be one of the most complicated undertakings a person can experience, and the last thing you need is stress caused by poor legal representation. At The Law and Mediation Offices of Barton Pokras, we offer unparalleled skill and experience in handling your family law issues. With over 20 years of legal background dedicated to California family law, attorney Barton Pokras is effective in helping people navigate the potentially stormy waters in issues of:

Divorce and Legal Separation
Spousal Support/Alimony - and Child Support
Child Custody, Visitation, & matters involving Move-Aways & Jurisdiction

There is No Substitute for Skill, Education and Experience

Attorney Barton Pokras earned his Juris Doctrate (J.D.) law degree from the University of California, Hastings College of Law, and received a Masters of Laws (L.L.M.) degree in Taxation from Golden Gate University Law School in San Francisco. He is a Professor of Law, teaching Community Property Law at the Southern California Institute of Law and he is involved with many Ventura County organizations. He has handled divorce and family law cases from simple to complex.

Legal Representation When Stakes Are High - Real Estate, Assets, & Lifestyle

Community property laws in California can be easily applied during a divorce when assets are typical, such as joint ownership in a home purchased as a primary residence. However, when significant assets were brought into the marriage or when special arrangements need to be made in divorce settlements, having a divorce lawyer familiar with detailed aspects of property division, spousal support, and child support is important to ensure fair and equitable division.

For divorcing couples of significant net worth, special attention should be paid to the following areas:

Goal Oriented - Respectful Interactions and Efficient Resolutions

At The Law and Mediation Offices of Barton Pokras, our goal is to provide you with the best possible outcome, in the most stress-free and efficient manner possible. Too often, divorce lawyers allow their client’s emotional state to play a role in the legal process, extending the time for settlement and increasing legal costs. This is counter-productive to the desired outcome of fair and equitable resolution allowing each party to move on with their life.

Skilled in the Art of Negotiation, Putting Your Interests First

Attorney Pokras understands how the family courts handle highly contested divorces -usually, all parties would have been better off with a negotiated settlement. Although litigation is an option, rational discussions typically lead to the best settlements, and Attorney Pokras often utilizes components of Collaborative Law and Mediation to resolve issues in a smart, tactful, and productive manner.

Schedule a Free Consultation at Our Westlake Village or Ventura Offices

With two offices located in Ventura County, and flexible availability meeting times, we are prepared to listen to you about your situation and offer solutions. Consultations are always confidential and you are under no obligation to move forward with any legal action. Typically, clients find that learning about their options empowers them to make positive changes in their situation, whether it be filing for divorce, seeking counseling, or taking actions for the enforcement of court orders. Contact us by email or call 805-477-0505.

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