About

Ariel Winger is a dedicated family law attorney in Oakland, California, with a strong background in advocating for survivors of domestic violence and their children. She offers amicable divorce options and works with diverse clients, including LGBTQ couples and unmarried parents. Before starting my family law practice, I worked for 5 years at a non-profit, where I successfully litigated in court on behalf of survivors of domestic violence and their children. I obtained Temporary and Permanent Restraining Orders, Child Visitation and Custody Orders, as well as Child Support. Since 2007, I have offered amicable, uncontested divorce and separation options for those who want to stay out of court, including high conflict and complex cases involving domestic violence, substance abuse, and mental illness. I provide services as a Mediator (neutral third party), Collaborative Divorce attorney (using a team approach), and as a non-adversarial attorney in Settlement Negotiations, as well as Legal Advising and Coaching, all designed to result in a mutually agreeable settlement for both parties. I work with Same-Sex and Opposite-Sex couples and Unmarried Parents in obtaining Dissolution of Marriage, Dissolution of Registered Domestic Partnerships, and Judgments of Paternity. I am culturally competent, trauma-informed, anti-racist, and provide compassionate and non-judgmental services for all races, ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender identities, and socio-economic statuses. I have extensive experience working with LGBTQ couples and those in poly relationships.

Legal Issues

Divorce

Collaborative Law, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce

Family Law

Child Custody, Child Support, Paternity, Same Sex Family Law

Certificates

No Certifications

Languages

Accepted Jurisdictions

Experience

• Sole practitioner
  Winger Mediation & Family Law
  2007
• Staff Lawyer/Senior Staff Lawyer
  Family Violence Law Center
  1999

Education

Associations

Costs

• Free Consultancy Service
  I offer a free, 15-minute phone consultation so I can help prospective clients assess what services are most appropriate for their situation. A reduced fee, 1-hour office consultation is then scheduled to get specific details about the case in order to explore options based on their goals and budget. My services are designed to help people who are committed to staying out of court- even in high conflict divorce and separation.
• Payment With Credit Card
• Retaines and Rates
  Retainer or credit card on file for pay as you go.

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