Butler Law, PC
Family Law | Serving San Diego, CA
619-514-3365Representing people in San Diego, California with their Family issues.
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Experience is part of developing a successful law practice, and at Butler Law clients receive the skilled legal advice and representation they're looking for when they need an attorney.
We have a thorough understanding of divorce, child custody & support, property division, and other family law matters. Founder Elyse Butler has been certified by the State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization in Family Law; a designation earned by only approximately 5% of attorneys. With exceptional legal skills, personalized solutions, and professional integrity, Butler Law works hard to help you get the best possible results.
Butler Law knows that excellent results are attained by properly working a case from the very first day a person becomes a client. We understand each client has specific and personal goals for the outcome of their matter. To achieve these goals, Butler Law prides itself on developing real connections so that each client's needs are properly met. We put complex legal issues into language that you can easily understand and we work hard to help our clients in every situation. Our client's specific goals are outlined at the beginning of their representation and remain top of mind until we reach the finish line.
Contact us today if you need legal assistance with any of the following:
- Divorce & Legal Separation
- Child Custody & Visitation
- Child & Spousal Support
- Property Division
- Domestic Violence & Restraining Orders
- Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
- Post-Judgment Modifications
- Paternity
When you need counsel on a major, life-impacting decision, you deserve an attorney who will listen to you, thoroughly examine the facts, and provide the best possible solution for you and your future. Whether your case is uncontested, litigated through court, or solved through a combination of these solutions, we will make sure every case plan is customized to each client's individual needs.
Call 619-514-3365 to arrange your initial consultation.
Attorney Elyse B. Butler CFLS
Bar Admissions:
- California
- U.S. District Court Southern District of California
- Illinois
Certifications:
- Family Law, State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization, 2014
Education:
- California Western School of Law, San Diego, California
- J.D.
- Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona
- B.A.
- Honors: summa cum laude
- Major: Journalism and Mass Communication specializing in Media Analysis and Criticism from the college of Public Programs
Honors & Awards:
- Lead Counsel Rated and Verified, California, Thomson Reuters
- “10 Best” Attorneys – Under 40, California, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
- “10 Best” in Client Satisfaction, California, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
- Super Lawyers Rising Stars, Recipient
- Expert Network Distinguished Lawyer, Recipient
- Finance Monthly Magazine Legal Awards, Recipient
- Who's Who, Recipient
- Top 10 Family Law Attorney, Best of the Best Attorneys
- America's Most Honored Professionals – Top 10%, the American Registry
- Top 10 Family Law Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine
- Top 100 Lawyer, the National Advocates
- Client Distinction Award, Lawyers.com and Martindale.com
- Noticed, Recipient
- Women in Law Awards, Lawyer Magazine
- PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
- San Diego County Bar Association, Family Law Section
- San Diego County Bar Association, LRIS Referral Member (Family Law)
- San Diego Family Law Bar Association, Member
- Association of Certified Family Law Specialists, Member
- California Lawyers Association, Family Law Section
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- San Diego County Bar Association, Family Law Section
- San Diego County Bar Association, LRIS Referral Member (Family Law)
- San Diego Family Law Bar Association, Member
- Association of Certified Family Law Specialists, Member
- California Lawyers Association, Family Law Section
Attorney Sara M. Dorworth CFLS
Bar Admissions:
- California
Education:
- Thomas Jefferson School of Law, San Diego, California
- J.D.
- Honors: Graduated with Honors
- Honors: Recieved American Jurisprudence Award
- San Diego State University, San Diego, California
- B.A.
- Major: Political Science
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Family Law, State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization, 2026
Attorney Daniel J. Brooker Esq.
Bar Admissions:
- California
Education:
- University of San Diego School of Law
- J.D.
- University of Wisconsin–Madison
- Major: Biology and Political Science
Since 1997, the "Lead Counsel Verified" status has been granted to attorneys who possess:
- The Right Professional Experience
- A Spotless Record
The following attorneys at this firm are Lead Counsel Verified:
Elyse B. Butler
This attorney practices in California and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
|---|---|
| Divorce | Since 2015 |
| Family Law | Since 2015 |
| Probate | Since 2015 |