Gilbert Maines, Attorney at Law
 
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Family Law:


The most precious gift you have is family. With more than 40+ years experience, Mr. Maines has the skill set you need to deal with the complexities of family law. Your initial consultation is free.
El Dorado Family Law Attorney

When you are dealing with a divorce or any other family law matter, it is important to have an experienced family law attorney on your side to help guide you through what can often be a complicated process. You need an advocate who can remain objective during an emotional time, stay focused on your best interests and work diligently in pursuit of your objectives.

I have been helping people throughout the El Dorado, Sacramento and the Bay area with all types of family law issues since 1971. I take the time to get to know you and fully understand your core concerns. I ask the necessary questions and listens closely to your answers to be sure I have a firm grasp of your goals and expectations.

Personalized Service and Customized Divorce & Family Law Solutions

I know that there is no single solution to resolve every family law situation and that every case comes with its own unique set of challenges and demands. You can rely on me to build a legal strategy that accommodates your specific needs. I pride myself on the personalized service I provide and my commitment to obtaining a positive outcome in your case.

You can also count on me to give you an honest assessment of your case; even including those times when it may not be exactly what you want to hear. My commitment is to resolve your family law matter in the way that is most beneficial to you and your family and I will always tell you when a particular path may not be the best approach to reaching your goals.

Many people believe that their rights can be protected only by a “pit bull” of an attorney. Sometimes a “pit bull” is necessary, but a collaborative effort is usually faster, cheaper and far less stressful. You need a family law professional who is ready willing and able to fight when necessary but also has the expertise and ability to solve problems.

In the practice of law (the litigation system), problem solving has become a lost art. Rather, lawyers practice what they learned in law school, which does not include problem solving. By teaching lawyers to identify problems and not training them to solve the problems, the practice of law has shifted from resolving conflict to creating it.

That skill-set for problem solving comes with time and experience. Not just legal experience, but life experience. We learn when to choose to fight. And when to choose to negotiate or compromise. When to choose Alternative Dispute Resolution (see link on right). I have 40+ years of experience that can’t learned in school. I don't take every case that comes in the door. We need to see if there is a good fit between you and me. That’s why you will want to call for an appointment. Let’s see if we can work together to accomplish your goals.
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Alternative Dispute Resolution
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