The upheaval at the end of a marriage or relationship between unmarried parents can cause panic and many sleepless nights. Since these situations often cause monumental changes to each spouse's financial circumstances and dramatic shifts in parenting arrangements, you need to know your best and worst case scenarios.
In the interest of quickly addressing those concerns, our legal team will give you an initial consult by telephone, usually within 24 hours of your call or email. Serving Sacramento County exclusively and other counties by agreement, we are known for our tough litigation on family law issues and our commitment to meeting the needs of our clients in an efficient and effective manner.
In the interest of quickly addressing those concerns, our legal team will give you an initial consult by telephone, usually within 24 hours of your call or email. Serving Sacramento County exclusively and other counties by agreement, we are known for our tough litigation on family law issues and our commitment to meeting the needs of our clients in an efficient and effective manner.
Services
Each client has a unique family situation. When you work with us, we make sure we understand your family's dynamics and financial structure as fully as possible. We then formulate a legal strategy that best meets your needs without charging more in legal fees than necessary. Whether you have only one issue to dispute or several, we can help you efficiently and amicably resolve and document them with the court.
For most parents, the most important aspect of their divorce case - and the most emotionally charged issue - is the children. At the Law Office of Karen R. Leder in Elk Grove, California, we can assist parents in establishing parenting plans and orders that are in the best interests of the children.
Once you and your spouse have elected to file for divorce, or you have separated from the non-spouse parent of your child, the Law Office of Karen R. Leder in Elk Grove, California, can provide child support assistance. While the rules for setting child support are formulaic, results can vary dramatically as a consequence of what numbers are put into the formula.
Unlike child support, the court has great discretion as to how much spousal support will be given, and for what period of time. The Law Office of Karen R. Leder in Elk Grove, California, can advise you on establishing or resisting either temporary or permanent spousal support. We also handle property division negotiations and litigation with a view toward meeting each client's needs to the greatest possible extent.
Reviews (20)
Michelle S.
Mar 19, 2021
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This is to Avee G review!!!! Why did this individual took his life, and traumatized his own daughter against mother, Ms Karen Leder has caused a daughter to be abused my her own father Avee Gee and step mother, every six month his case was in court, during the mediation the daughter was told if she says anything foster home will take her. Future clients to this office please be beware. THERE IS MORE TO THIS STORY . I am sure parents , husband and wife , children are going through emotional time but lawyers like Ms Karen Leder are horrible.
Karen Liburd
Aug 23, 2018
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Rachel Jones
Jul 19, 2018
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This office did not meet my expectations. My divorce took 2 years, most in part because she thought we had reconciled, which we had not, nor did I provide this information or ask my divorce be placed on hold. She could not justify her fees, only providing me with a date and charge, no accountability of services rendered. When accountability was requested, I was charged a lawyers fee and not provided with information on what was actually performed. In addition, she accepted calls from my ex and charged me accordingly without my permission. These calls were to seek legal guidance as he could not
Adelita Hall
Sep 06, 2017
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Shellie B.
May 24, 2017
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Karen took my case after another lawyer completely damaged my case. What should have been a straight forward case turned into a 3+ year nightmare....court dates, legal fees, etc. Right from the start she began to clean up the mess that was made by the previous lawyer in a matter of months!! She made sure that I understood the legal steps ahead and fought strongly for me from beginning to end. Karen was the best decision I made, I could never thank her enough for the understanding, support and counsel she gave me. If your ever faced with custody issue, divorce or losing the right to parent your
Paul H.
May 11, 2017
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Hello,
I'm a Black, single father who obtained Karen Leder in regards to a custody battle I had against my son's mother whom is of the Caucasian descent.
Going into this I was skeptical because I know how the courts can sometimes side with the mother. I also didn't know much about the court system and how to handle the situation. However, through Karen's insight I won my case and it was everything I hoped for. She's been practicing Family Law for 30 years and it shows. It is the reason why I chose to obtain her amongst other attorneys and I'm glad that I did.
Karen
I'm a Black, single father who obtained Karen Leder in regards to a custody battle I had against my son's mother whom is of the Caucasian descent.
Going into this I was skeptical because I know how the courts can sometimes side with the mother. I also didn't know much about the court system and how to handle the situation. However, through Karen's insight I won my case and it was everything I hoped for. She's been practicing Family Law for 30 years and it shows. It is the reason why I chose to obtain her amongst other attorneys and I'm glad that I did.
Karen
Avee G.
Feb 15, 2017
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LISTEN, FOLKS... when it comes to divorce, it ain't easy... THEN you add custody... that is a seriously joyous emotion..(not so much). Karen has been the 1 soul that saw the depths of my daughters needs and delivered with her experience, expertise and motherhood. She will tell you how it is, as much as you may not want to hear it, she will. That's what any good attorney and an ally will do. Karen, I am who I am because of you and so is my daughter.
Karen is an amazing attorney that tells you how it the law works and what you need to do. She's fair and just. Karen and her team
Karen is an amazing attorney that tells you how it the law works and what you need to do. She's fair and just. Karen and her team
Lindy Yarborough
Jul 11, 2016
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This lady is overpriced and not very good at her job. When going through a divorce, you want to feel like you are being taken care of and that they are on your side. She does not make you feel that way.
This attorney is not very knowledgable. She does not know anything when dealing with laws and the rights that a spouse has to a federal retirement and misinformed us about tax issues. In the end, we terminated her services and went with someone else
This attorney is not very knowledgable. She does not know anything when dealing with laws and the rights that a spouse has to a federal retirement and misinformed us about tax issues. In the end, we terminated her services and went with someone else
Arlette V.
May 05, 2016
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Karen Leder represented me for several years during my lengthy divorce. From the first consultation-which was free- her compassion stood out from the other lawyers i had consulted with. She was a knowledgeable rock during a very difficult time-she calmly layed out a plan of action which was eventually successful. My only regret is that i didn't follow her recommendations to the letter from the beginning she was right on point in her original assessments! Karen went to bat for me every time in court with great skill, strength and determination. I found her to be extremely honest and reliable
G. Smith
Jul 30, 2015
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I agree with being the worst.
This firm is also discriminating against people that are nudists. I was droped for this reason and this reason only and had to find someone else quickly according to her that was willing to risk their reputation. As far as I'm concerned this firm only has a reputation for being discriminating and overcharging.
I will never recommend this firm in fact I would recommend running if anyone recommend this place.
This firm is also discriminating against people that are nudists. I was droped for this reason and this reason only and had to find someone else quickly according to her that was willing to risk their reputation. As far as I'm concerned this firm only has a reputation for being discriminating and overcharging.
I will never recommend this firm in fact I would recommend running if anyone recommend this place.
Kurt Keefer
Jun 29, 2015
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A while back, I needed a family law attorney. Not knowing where to look, I asked my business attorney if he knew of someone. He said, "Hands down, the best Family Law Attorney in Sacramento is Karen Leder", as he knows her from when Karen practiced other areas of Law, which will greatly benefit you. Since retaining Karen, she has listened, explained the law (which we might not always like), she's not afraid to make you look at yourself, stands tall against opposing counsel and will compassionately work in your best interest!!
I don't recommend divorce, however if it needs to end, you want Karen
I don't recommend divorce, however if it needs to end, you want Karen
Janis Tabor Waters
Jun 24, 2015
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Leah S.
May 05, 2015
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I was divorced in 2013, but my ex-husband recently decided to take me back to court in an effort to get his child and spousal support payments lowered and to seek more custody. I needed a great attorney for a price that I could afford. Karen represented a coworker of mine in her divorce and my coworker insisted that I retain Karen in my dispute and gave me her number. She went on and on about how great Karen was in court and how much she helped her and really cared about her case. I could tell by talking to her on the phone that I really liked her. I had spoken to another attorney before that and
Eileen H.
Jan 18, 2015
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Legaleagle M.
Jan 02, 2015
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Monique M.
Oct 01, 2014
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Please do not select this woman to be your attorney. I cannot begin to tell you how much of a bad person she is. I took my baby daddy to court and filed for physical and legal custody and he hired her as his attorney. Prior to filing for custody, baby daddy wasn't in the picture since my Son was a newborn. Then one day, he took off with my six month old and wouldn't tell me where he was.
Anyway, so he and his family hired this woman. She not only ensured and advised baby daddy to not let me see my Son for 19 days until the court reached their decision, but also lied in court and tried
Anyway, so he and his family hired this woman. She not only ensured and advised baby daddy to not let me see my Son for 19 days until the court reached their decision, but also lied in court and tried
Ingrid S.
Jan 30, 2014
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She charged very high fees and seemed to be knowledgeable but you can never talk to her. When I was able to get in after discussing the case she charged for time even when she talked about her family. I was taken back. It is frustrating when clients need reassurance for work being done. When we appeared in court not all information was accurate and when I tried to tell her she snapped and said sit back and be quiet. She had incorrect names. I was out thousands of dollars and had to retain a new attorney who did a great job.
M. B.
Jan 15, 2014
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