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Jennifer Skolnick

 Bars: California, New York, Massachusetts

Jennifer Skolnick has been practicing law for over 23 years and over 13 years exclusively in family law. Jennifer is certified by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization as a specialist in Family Law. This designation is granted to a small percentage of California family law attorneys who have completed a rigorous certification process and demonstrated the highest standards of legal competence. Jennifer’s experience includes years of practice at large Southern California family law firms where she handled diverse and complex family law issues for high net worth clients.

Jennifer is committed to helping families resolve difficult family law problems with sensitivity and concern for the best interests of the children and the reduction of animosity between parties. Jennifer strives to guide her clients toward efficient and successful resolutions and approaches, while being a vigilant protector of their interests and rights.

Jennifer is active with local bar associations and organizations, where she has had the opportunity to give back to the community and help advance the practice of family law.

Community Involvement

Co-Chair, Family Law Executive Committee, Beverly Hills Bar Association, 2019 – present
Member, Board of Directors, Haven Hills, 2018 – current
Member, Family Law Executive Committee, Los Angeles County Bar Association, 2014 – 2017
Member, Board of Trustees, Santa Monica Bar Association, 2015 – 2017
Daily Settlement Officer for Family Court, Los Angeles Superior Court, 2014 – present
VAST Settlement Officer, Los Angeles Superior Court, 2019 – present
Pro Bono Panel, Harriett Buhai Center for Family Law, 2006 – present

Education
J.D., Albany Law School of Union University Albany, NY
B.S cum laude, University of California, Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA

Bar Admissions
New York 1996
Massachusetts 1996
California 1999

Lectures
Speaker, NBI, Family Law from Start to Finish, “Settlement and Trial,” January 22, 2018
Speaker, NBI, Divorce Cases from Start to Finish for Paralegals, “Settlement and Trial,” November 1, 2017
Speaker, NBI, Complex Assets in Divorce, “Ethics,” January 30, 2017
Speaker, NBI, Advanced Issues in Family Law, “Court Procedure,” June 22, 2016