Atty. Claire Barbara Lightner
Claire Barbara Lightner is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce & separation, child custody and 2 other areas of law. Claire received a degree from Thomas Jefferson School of Law, San Diego CA, and has been licensed for 32 years.
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Claire Barbara Lightner is a Member based in San Diego, California, practicing at Lightner & Lightner. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, and dv defense. Admitted to practice in California (1994). Educated at Western State College of Law (JD, 1994) and Thomas Jefferson School of Law, San Diego CA University of Central Florida (B.A. Western, 1989). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Claire Barbara Lightner is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce & separation, child custody and 2 other areas of law
- Claire received a degree from Thomas Jefferson School of Law, San Diego CA, and has been licensed for 32 years
- Claire practices at Lightner & Lightner in San Diego, CA
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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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 San Diego 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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