Atty. Charlene B. Atack

Atty. Charlene B. Atack

Charlene B. Atack is a lawyer practicing land use, landlord and tenant law, mediation and 5 other areas of law.

Santa Cruz Santa Cruz 50 yrs experience 50 year
Call (831) 266-4747 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Charlene B. Atack at a glance

Charlene B. Atack is a family law, estate planning, business, real estate, and zoning attorney based in Santa Cruz, California. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in California (1976). Educated at University of San Francisco School of Law (J.D., 1975) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Santa Cruz, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Charlene B. Atack is a lawyer practicing land use, landlord and tenant law, mediation and 5 other areas of law
  • Charlene received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Charlene practices in Santa Cruz, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Charlene B. Atack's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charlene B. Atack handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Charlene B. Atack is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

Land Use & Zoning

Charlene B. Atack is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning 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 Santa Cruz 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 Charlene B. Atack

Where is Charlene B. Atack's law office located?
Charlene B. Atack's law practice is located in Santa Cruz, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charlene B. Atack handle?
Charlene B. Atack focuses on family law, estate planning, business, real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Charlene B. Atack practiced law?
Charlene B. Atack has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Charlene B. Atack go to law school?
Charlene B. Atack earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Charlene B. Atack for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Charlene B. Atack received?
Charlene B. Atack's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of San Francisco School of Law
- 1975
B.A.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1976

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