is an LA law firm dedicated to families and
the ethical resolution of all family law disputes.

There are ways to minimize the psychological and financial damage of the divorce process, but it takes a special kind of lawyer to navigate the turbulent emotions to achieve just resolutions: a sensitive, nurturing, proactive lawyer.

You will find this kind of lawyer at L.A.-based Phillips, Lerner, Lauzon & Jamra, L.L.P., one of the nation's preeminent family law firms. Its multifaceted team of highly trained professionals represent a broad range of clients, nationally and internationally, including high-profile celebrities, wealthy business executives, and professional athletes – all with serious family and marital problems. Its attorneys have achieved impressive results, including numerous landmark victories.

Phillips, Lerner, Lauzon & Jamra recognizes that family-law matters – whether complex marital-dissolution proceedings, paternity actions, domestic violence, prenuptial agreements, cohabitation agreements, guardianships, spousal and child support, child custody or visitation disputes, local, national and international – all have serious emotional and psychological consequences that require special handling and a higher standard of ethics.

For example, in the case of divorcing parents, the attorneys take caution not to damage the children or family in the process, endeavoring at all times to preserve that special parent-child bond that exists. Moreover, the attorneys – although tough litigators – strive to promote a collaborative process in the practice of family law, always working towards a settlement committed to resolution without acrimony.

Phillips, Lerner, Lauzon & Jamra attorneys are keenly attuned to the emotional and financial trauma that can accompany divorce and seek, where possible and where desired by the client to settle cases expeditiously, aggressively pursuing results that are in their client's best interests.

Phillips, Lerner, Lauzon & Jamra's richly experienced partners, associates, counsels and paralegals bring a variety of skills and expertise to the table. As part of its service, the firm seeks to match each client to the most appropriate attorney. The firm's attorneys are seasoned litigators, experienced mediators, and negotiators who are tough while at the same time compassionate and caring about their clients.

Here are biographical sketches of the partners, associates and key support staff:

	Stacy D. Phillips, Partner A frequent contributor to Divorce Magazine and a member of Divorce Magazine’s Advisory Board, Ms. Phillips, a Certified Family Law Specialist, is a seasoned family law attorney whose practice has run the gamut from high net worth clients to celebrities. Ms. Phillips was named as one of California ’s top women litigators in 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006 by the Los Angeles Daily Journal, and has been listed by the Los Angeles Business Journal among the top 50 most powerful women in Los Angeles law. In 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007, Ms. Phillips was selected as one of Southern California’s Super Lawyers and in 2005, 2006 and 2007 one of “Top 50 Female Super Lawyers in Southern California ”. In 2006 and 2007, she was selected one of the Top Super Lawyer 100 Vote Getters. In 1998, she was also one of only 20 under the age of 40 who were named as top attorneys in Southern California by the Los Angeles Daily Journal. She is listed in the Best Lawyers in America , and is a member of the Chancery Club of Los Angeles. In 2007 and 2008, LawDragon lists her as "one of the top 500 lawyers in the country". Her practice involves complex litigation in all areas of family law, including dissolution of marriage, legal separation, custody and other interstate jurisdictional issues, paternity, and high-conflict cases. AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell Registry, Phillips is a much sought after source for commentary on family law issues, mediation and business development by those in the family law and legal community as well as by the media. A member of many Not-For-Profit Boards of Directors, Ms. Phillips is the author of Divorce: It’s All About Control - How to Win the Emotional, Psychological and Legal Wars.
	Marc Lerner, Partner An attorney for more than three decades, Mr. Lerner is known as a strong litigator and for his ability to prevail in court trials. Mr. Lerner received international attention for the much-publicized case he won involving the woman who won the lottery and kept the proceeds secret from her estranged husband. The judge subsequently awarded the husband - Mr. Lerner’s client - the entire $1.6 million windfall. In 2004, 2005, 2006, and 2007, Mr. Lerner was selected as one of Southern California’s Super Lawyers. Also known as an outstanding family law mediator, he enjoys an AV rating in the Martindale-Hubbell Registry and has also practiced real-estate, contract, and transactional law.
	Peter Lauzon, Partner Mr. Lauzon has extensive expertise in family law litigation and international and interstate custody cases. In 2004, 2005, 2006, and 2007, Mr. Lauzon was selected as one of Southern California’s Super Lawyers. He has represented numerous actors, actresses, and entertainment executives. His reputation as a tough and fair litigator promotes settlement in both large and small cases. Mr. Lauzon has successfully litigated cases that involve international custody issues with Canada, Finland, Norway, France and Australia and is highly regarded for his knowledge of international law issues governing child custody and child abduction. He is AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell Registry.
	Grace A. Jamra, Partner Ms. Jamra deals with all aspects of family law, including complex dissolution matters, paternity, guardianship, and adoption cases. In 2004, 2005, 2006, and 2007, Ms. Jamra, AV rated by the Martindale-Hubbell Registry, was selected as one of Southern California’s Super Lawyers. She has authored many legal studies and articles including “MCLE Self-Study: New Procedures and Protections in Family Law” for California Lawyer and “Yours or Ours” for the Los Angeles Daily Journal. She has also spoken on numerous family-law issues before various professional groups. She has been recognized for her contributions and accomplishments in the field of family law by Strathmore’s Who’s Who (Millennium Edition). She has many professional affiliations and is the founder and past president of the Whittier College of Law Alumni Network.

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PHILLIPS, LERNER, LAUZON & JAMRA, L.L.P.
2029 Century Park E., Suite 1200, Los Angeles, CA 90067
Tel.: (310) 277-7117 Fax: (310) 286-9182 or (310) 277-0971
Web Site: www.plljlaw.com

e-mail: sdpdissoqueen@plljlaw.com or plauzon@plljlaw.com  or mlerner@plljlaw.com

Stacy D. Phillips has written following articles:

FAQs:

• "My new stepchildren treat me like a doormat. My own kids are starting to talk back to me, too. What can I do to improve the situation?"
• "What is Parental Alienation Syndrome?"
• "What are your tips for finding the best divorce lawyer?"
• "I've been ordered to pay an amount of child and/or spousal support that I can't afford. What are my options?"
• "My divorce lawyer tells me I'm eligible for spousal support, but I feel so guilty about my affair that I'm not sure I want to take money from my husband. What should I do?"
• "My spouse left me more than ten years ago, and I have no idea where he is now. How can I get a divorce from him?"
• "We were only married for two years and don't have a lot of assets. Do we really have to go through the whole divorce process?"
• "My spouse has had several affairs; it's one of the reasons we split up. Can I use this against him in the divorce proceedings?"
• "What can I do if my divorce lawyer wants to quit my case? The court date is approaching, and I don't know where else to turn."
• "My ex and I tend to adhere to our visitation schedule pretty closely. But sometimes, when I do need a little flexibility, she won’t 'give.'  What can I do?"
• "My attorney keeps telling me to keep my emotions in check -- but how does one go about doing that during an emotionally charged event like divorce? Do you have any tips?"
• "If I file for divorce, how can I protect certain assets from my ex?"
• "Can one lawyer represent both my spouse and me?"
• "I have committed adultery. Will my spouse get the lion's share?"
• "If we each have the kids 50% of the time, is it true that neither of us will have to pay child support to the other?"
• "Can I leave the marital home? Can I make my spouse leave the marital home?"

Articles:

• Part 3: The Divorce Wars – Emotional, Psychological and Legal
• Part 2: The Divorce Wars – Emotional, Psychological and Legal
• Part 1: The Divorce Wars – Emotional, Psychological and Legal
• The Divorce Wars – Emotional, Psychological and Legal
• Part 4: THREATS AND CONTROL: Real, Implied and Imagined
• Part 3: THREATS AND CONTROL: Real, Implied and Imagined
• Part 2: THREATS AND CONTROL: Real Implied and Imagined
• Part 1: THREATS AND CONTROL: Real, Implied, and Imagined
• The Internal Wars: The Enemies Within
• The Anatomy of Control: How it manifests itself in personal relationships
• Part 6: Your Family and Friends: WHO'S IN CONTROL -- You or Them?
• Part 5: The Judge: WHO'S IN CONTROL -- You or Them?
• Part 4: Your Therapists: WHO’S IN CONTROL -- You or Them?
• Part 3: Your Lawyer: WHO'S IN CONTROL -- You or Them?
• Part 2: Your Ex: WHO'S IN CONTROL -- You or Them?
• Part 1: Your Children: WHO'S IN CONTROL -- You or Them?
• Yes, there's life (and even love) after divorce: How to Make It Happen
• Top Ten Holiday Tips for Divorced Parents
• Top Ten Lists -- Divorce-related lists to read and write.
• Top Ten Tips to Make Your Valentine Last Forever
• Mediation Barriers: "Litigation will give you everything you want"
• Cover Your Liabilities (and Your Assets, Too)
• Mediation vs Trial
• Spare Children the Grief
• Resolving to Keep Your Marriage Together
• The Child's Bill of Rights
• Visitation & the Inflexible "Ex"

Press Releases featuring firm members:

• Top Ten Holiday Tips for Divorced Parents
• Top Ten Things You Should Never Say to a Divorce Judge