Atty. Barton Michael Pokras

Atty. Barton Michael Pokras

Barton Michael Pokras is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce & separation, child custody and 2 other areas of law. Barton received a degree from UC Hastings COL, San Francisco, CA, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Westlake Village Westlake Village 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Barton Michael Pokras at a glance

Barton Michael Pokras is a divorce, child custody, family law, litigation, and adr attorney based in Westlake Village, California. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Admitted to practice in California (1972). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (JD, 1972) and UC Hastings COL, San Francisco, CA Univ of California Santa Cruz, CA (—). Serands clients in Westlake Village, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Barton Michael Pokras is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce & separation, child custody and 2 other areas of law
  • Barton received a degree from UC Hastings COL, San Francisco, CA, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Barton practices in Westlake Village, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Barton Michael Pokras's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barton Michael Pokras handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Barton Michael Pokras is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Westlake Village are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Barton Michael Pokras

Where is Barton Michael Pokras's law office located?
Barton Michael Pokras's law practice is located in Westlake Village, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barton Michael Pokras handle?
Barton Michael Pokras focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Barton Michael Pokras practiced law?
Barton Michael Pokras has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Barton Michael Pokras go to law school?
Barton Michael Pokras earned their education at (JD, 1972); (—).
How can I contact Barton Michael Pokras for a consultation?
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Education

JD
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
- 1972
UC Hastings COL, San Francisco, CA Univ of California Santa Cruz, CA
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1972

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