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The Law Offices of Joseph H. Wolch is a firm dedicated exclusively to all issues related to the practice of Family Law. Mr. Wolch and his staff are well versed and prepared to provide candid advice regarding issues associated with Family Law in the State of California.
Meet the Team
Joseph H. Wolch
Professional Activities and Associations:
President;Contra Costa Family Law Section 2006
Director; Contra Costa Family Law Section
Board Of Directors 2004-Present
Program Director; Contra Costa Family Law Section 2007
Member ; Contra Costa Country Family Law Rules Committee
Member ; Contra Costa Country Family Law
Bench/Bar Committee
Chairman of the Board: Contra Costa Country Lawyer
Referral and information Service Board of Directors
Member; Association Of Trial Lawyer Of America
Member; American Bar Association
Guest Speaker; California Society Of Certified Public
Accountants (2009)
Admissions:
California Bar Association,1993, United States District Court,1993
United States Court Of Appeals 9th Circuit, 1994
Articles:
Contra Costa Lawyer President’s Message
Contra Costa Lawyer; Good Times, Bad Times;
The Impact Of The Recession On Family Law (February 2009)
Education
University Of North Dakota; JD With Distinction, 1993
University Of Oslo, Norway; International Law, 1991
University Of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Canada, Bachelor Of Arts, 1988
Joseph H. Wolch
Mr. Wolch has practiced law in California since 1993 and maintains a successful practice which focuses on all issues associated with Family Law.
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Christie M. Saenz, Esq.
Associate Attorney
Christie Saenz has been practicing family law since 2010, and has
significant experience in all areas of family law. She is
detail-oriented and a skilled negotiator. Ms. Saenz handles
her own cases in all areas of family law, including contested
child custody, child and spousal support, and complex high-value
division of assets. She is skilled in the preparation and
negotiation of premarital and post-marital agreements. Ms. Saenz
is well-versed in utilizing a variety of experts in her family law
cases in order to achieve the optimal outcome for her clients, and
has notable settlement and trial experience. She was named a 2018
and 2019 Super Lawyers Northern California Rising Star, a
recognition that less than 2.5% of attorneys achieve.
Ms. Saenz is licensed to practice law in the State of California,
and earned her Juris Doctor at the University of California Davis
in 2010. She graduated with honors from New York University in
2006 with a B.A. in Politics.
Christie M. Saenz, Esq.
Christie Saenz has been practicing family law since 2010, and has significant experience in all areas of family law.
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Kathryn Y. Mignani
Associate Attorney
Ms. Mignani has practiced Family Law in California since 2020. Prior
to joining the firm, she practiced law at a civil litigation firm that
specializes in defending public entities. While she would like her
legacy to be one of helping save more marriages than end them, Ms. Mignani
understands that not all marriages can be saved, and her passion is to
represent those who are navigating their way through the family courts
and find the most effective and efficient path to a just resolution of
their matter.
Education
John F. Kennedy University College of Law, JD, magna cum laude, first in class, 2019
University of California, Berkeley, Bachelor of Arts, 1984
Admissions
California State Bar, 2020
United States Federal Court, Northern District of California, 2021
Community Involvement
Board member, non-profit that provides support and assistance to American girls, ages 10-18, who have been recovered from the despair of sex trafficking.
Contra Costa County Bar Association
– Member, 2017 – present
– Education Committee, 2020-present
Robert G. McGrath American Inn of Court, Contra Costa County chapter, 2021
Adjunct professor (undergraduate legal writing), John F. Kennedy School of Law at Northcentral University.
Kathryn Y. Mignani
Ms. Mignani has practiced Family Law in California since 2020. Prior to joining the firm, she practiced law at a civillitigation firm that specializes in defending public entities.
Kate Gums
Paralegal
Kate brings over 20 years of experience in the legal field to our firm,
with exclusive dedication to Family Law throughout her career. Kate
enjoys working closely with our clients, and assisting them during
sensitive times with difficult issues. She has an excellent working
relationship with the Court Clerk’s and will always go out of her way
to make sure that your case gets the attention it requires when preparing
documents for Court. Kate is one of two paralegals in the office who will
be your primary contacts managing your case on a day-to-day basis for
routine matters such as client communications, legal filing, document
generation, management and integration.
Since joining the firm in April of 2014, Kate has also maintained the
firm’s accounts receivable and monthly billing.
Education
Diablo Valley College
Associate in science degree -Administration of Justice 2011
Kate Gums
Kate brings over 20 years of experience in the legal field to our firm, with exclusive dedication to Family Law throughout her career.
Jennifer Sylvestre
Paralegal
Jennifer proudly joins our team with over 25 years in the legal professional.
While she has experience in other areas of law, Family Law has always been her
favorite and is where she has spent the vast majority of her career. Jenn excels
at helping clients through the process of their case and is always happy to
assist where she can in making the experience as seamless as possible. With
many years in the legal community, Jenn has built and maintained numerous
relationships and a strong reputation amongst attorneys, support staff and
court staff alike.
Education
Heald School of Business, AS in Legal Administration
Jennifer Sylvestre
Jennifer proudly joins our team with over 25 years in the legal professional. Family Law has always been her favorite and is where she has spent the vast majority of her career.
Lauren Doherty
Paralegal
Lauren Doherty is a seasoned paralegal with over 10 years of experience in family law. At the firm she manages the discovery phase of cases, ensuring that all documentation, evidence, and disclosures are organized and prepared with precision. Lauren’s attention to detail and deep understanding of family law procedures make her an essential part of the firm’s legal team.
Education
She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California, Santa Cruz, and earned her Paralegal Certificate from Saint Mary’s College of California.
Lauren Doherty
Lauren Doherty is a seasoned paralegal with over 10 years of experience in family law.
Jordan Saquing
Legal Assistant
Jordan is a Legal Assistant at the firm, supporting attorneys in all aspects of family law cases. A recent graduate of San Diego State University, she brings strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to client service.
Education
Graduate of San Diego State University, California.
Jordan Saquing
Jordan is a Legal Assistant at the firm, supporting attorneys in all aspects of family law cases.
Services
Media
Mr. Wolch Interviewed – ABC7 News
Date: July 27, 2020
Why are more Bay Area couples seeking divorce? Attorneys say COVID-19 shelter orders may be to blame.
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One Walnut Creek Center
100 Pringle Avenue #200
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
100 Pringle Avenue #200
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Telephone : 925-974-0808
Fax : 925-974-0807