Because We Care

At the Law Office of Stephen W. Penn, Stephen Represents Good People Who Are Going Through Some of the Most Difficult Times in Their Lives.

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Protecting Your Interests

In Santa Clara and San Benito Counties

No one plans on a divorce or a dispute over child custody. But sometimes life doesn’t take us on a path we had planned. Things change, environments change, and people change. The impact on our lives can be devastating, both emotionally and financially.

Stephen is here to help you navigate these difficult and complicated issues, step by step. Stephen proudly serve clients in Santa Clara and San Benito counties.

Certified Family Law Specialist

Stephen is certified as a Family Law Specialist by the Board of Legal Specialization of the State Bar of California. This certification assures you that your case will be handled by an attorney who is an expert in family law. Only lawyers who have met the State Bar's rigorous requirements for specialization can call themselves Certified Family Law Specialists.

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Practice Areas

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Family Law Mediation

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Pre- & Post-Nuptial Agreements

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Parent Coordination Services

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Estate Planning

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Consultations and Second Opinions

Estate Planning Practice

When your family status changes, your estate plan should change as well. As part of their family law practice, Stephen offers affordable estate planning services. His range of services includes:

Wills

Durable powers of attorney for property

Revocable trusts

Advance health care directives

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Family Law Practice

Stephen provides assistance in all areas of family law. Here are some examples of the services he offers:

Child custody and visitation

Family Law Mediation

Parent Coordination

Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements

Settlement Judge Engagements

Special Master Enhancements

Domestic Violence

Prenuptial and post-marital agreements

Marital Property Division and Spousal Support

Child support

Paternity Actions

Post-Divorce Modification and Enforcement

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Meet Stephen

Stephen is a Certified Family Law Specialist with over 30 years of experience in private practice. He earned his Bachelor of Science from California State University, Los Angeles, and his law degree from Glendale College of Law.

Schedule an Attorney Consultation

Stephen offers a discounted initial consultation so he can meet with clients and learn more about their legal needs. During the consultation, clients receive expert advice based on his initial impressions, along with a clear plan for how to move forward with their case.

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