About Dianne Ophelia

I have specialized in Divorce and Custody litigation for over 30 years.

Good Parents are losing custody and thousands of dollars in their divorce settlement because they lack the knowledge, preparation and/or money to win their case.

My purpose is to help as many people as I can to successfully conclude their case before ruining their lives, those of their children and dissipating their estate.

EBOOKS:

I have written a series of  Divorce and Custody ebooks. With my ebooks, no one has to be left behind unless they choose not to prepare themselves.  Readers will have that information and those insights necessary to obtain a successful resolution of their case.  I provide information that neither the court, nor most attorneys will share with their clients.  For More about my Divorce and Custody eBooks, Click Here.

COACHING:

I provide telephonic and video One-on-one Personal Custody Coaching and Divorce Coaching services to help people through their actions and life changing experiences. With Coaching, the chances of obtaining an exceptionally successful outcome to one’s case increase dramatically, while attorney’s fees are substantially reduced.  For More about my Divorce and Custody Coaching Services, Click Here.

MEDIATION:

My major focus is to provide Mediation Services for  Divorce cases by telephonic or video conferences.  With Mediation you can resolve your case on your own schedule, as fast or slow as you desire, eliminating much of the stress of divorce,  and savings thousands of dollars in attorney’s fees.  For more about my Mediation Services, Click Here.

 

The one constant factor that leads to success in a child custody or divorce case is for you to take responsibility for yourself and your case.   I will help you

• Be Informed
• Get Prepared, and
• Take Positive Action

to obtain a successful outcome in your case.  As a result,  you will make your life, and that of your children,  a better one now, and for years to come.

 

DIANNE’S RESUME

Dianne Ophelia has been practicing Family Law exclusively for over 30 years. She is considered one of the leading Family Law Attorneys in the Central Valley of California.

Degrees:

Dianne Ophelia graduated Suma Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Finance in 1973.

She obtained her Juris Doctorate Degree in June of 1977 and passed the California State Bar Exam in December of 1977.

Law Practice:

Ms. Ophelia trained under one of the leading Family Law Lawyers in California during law School and upon graduation, stayed as an associate for a few years.

Ms. Ophelia opened her own Family Law Practice in l980 and never looked back.

She continued to expand the practice bringing on paralegals and associate attorneys becoming one of the leading and most respected attorneys in the Central Valley of California.

Certified Family Law Specialist:

Ms. Ophelia became a Board Certified, Family Law Specialist, as soon as she was eligible, five years after commencing practice in 1983.

To become a Family Law Specialist under the rules of the State Bar of California, an attorney is required to pass a stringent exam, handle a certain number of cases, meet certain litigation requirements and demonstrate experience and competence in all aspects of Family Law.

To remain certified, an attorney is required to fulfill ongoing educational requirements and be favorably evaluated periodically by their peers.

Dianne Ophelia is an experienced negotiator, litigator and mediator.

Other Licenses and credentials:

Ms. Ophelia has sat as Judge Pro Temp for the Superior Court throughout her career.

With a lifetime credential through the California Community Colleges system, Ms. Ophelia has taught many Family Law paralegal courses.

In addition to her legal credentials, Ms. Ophelia has licenses and background in related areas including a California Real Estate Broker’s License and a Certified Mortgage Broker.

Associations and Memberships:

Ms. Ophelia is admitted to the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California and United States Supreme Court.

She is a member of the American Bar Association, California State Bar Association, and the Fresno County Bar Association.