Business Details
32 Years
experience
Trusted Family Law and Estate Planning Solutions in San Jose
Lonich & Patton is a premier Bay Area law firm specializing in Family Law and Estate Planning. Since 1994, we have provided tailored legal solutions for businesses, individuals, and families, combining decades of collective litigation experience with a client-centered approach. Our team includes Board Certified Family Law Specialists who prioritize understanding client objectives to deliver efficient, strategic representation.We maintain a strong commitment to confidentiality and professionalism, leveraging interdisciplinary expertise to resolve complex matters involving business, real estate, tax, and trust issues. With offices in San Jose and serving Northern California, we offer free 30-minute consultations to help clients navigate family law and estate planning challenges.
Services
Family Law
Estate Planning
Divorce Litigation
Child Custody
Spousal Support
Trust Administration
Domestic Violence Cases
Probate Services
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 combined years of litigation experience in family law and estate planning.
- Our team includes five Board Certified Family Law Specialists recognized in Northern California.
- We provide strategic representation combining expertise in business, tax, and trust matters.
- We maintain a client-centered approach with personalized attention to every case.
- We offer free 30-minute consultations to help clients understand their legal options.
What people say
Excellent family law attorney
Highly recommend LPEP
Knowledgeable and strategic
Achieved excellent outcome
Responsive and professional
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice handles complex divorce cases involving business assets, real estate, and child custody matters. We represent clients in Northern California with contested and uncontested divorces, spousal support negotiations, and domestic violence protection orders. Our certified specialists combine legal expertise with compassionate representation to protect clients' interests during emotionally challenging times.
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans addressing wills, trusts, and probate administration for individuals and families. Our attorneys help clients protect assets, plan for business succession, and establish power of attorney arrangements. We provide clear guidance on trust administration and resolve probate disputes through litigation when necessary, ensuring clients' wishes are properly documented and executed.
Divorce Litigation
Our firm specializes in high-conflict divorce cases involving complex asset division and child custody disputes. We prepare cases for trial while pursuing settlement opportunities to minimize costs. With over 100 combined years of litigation experience, we represent clients in court proceedings involving hidden assets, business valuations, and contentious custody battles across Northern California counties.
People
Gretchen Boger
Attorney
Board Certified Family Law Specialist with extensive experience in child custody cases and complex divorce litigation. Recognized for strategic courtroom representation and achieving favorable outcomes for clients in Northern California.
Gina Policastri
Attorney
Experienced family law attorney specializing in child custody and domestic relations cases. Known for thorough case preparation and successful resolution of complex family law matters through negotiation or litigation.
David Ehrlich
Attorney
Skilled litigator with expertise in spousal support and complex divorce cases. Provides strategic legal counsel while maintaining focus on clients' long-term interests and financial security.
Questions
What areas of law does Lonich Patton Ehrlich Policastri specialize in?
We specialize in family law and estate planning, including divorce litigation, child custody, spousal support, trust administration, and probate matters across Northern California.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide complimentary 30-minute consultations to discuss your family law or estate planning needs and determine how we can best assist you.
What counties do you serve in Northern California?
We serve clients in Santa Clara, San Mateo, Contra Costa, Santa Cruz, Monterey, San Benito, and San Francisco counties.
Are your attorneys Board Certified Family Law Specialists?
Five of our six partners are Board Certified Family Law Specialists with extensive experience in complex family law matters.
How does the firm handle complex asset division in divorce cases?
We collaborate with forensic accountants and business valuators to accurately assess and divide complex assets including businesses, real estate, and investment portfolios.
Can you help with emergency child custody situations?
Our attorneys prioritize urgent custody matters and work swiftly to protect clients' parental rights and children's best interests in emergency situations.
