Atty. Lisa R. Murray

Atty. Lisa R. Murray

Lisa R. Murray received her license to practice law in California in 1987 and in Hawaii in 2001.

Burlingame Burlingame 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About Lisa R. Murray at a glance

Lisa R. Murray is an Owner based in Burlingame, California, practicing at Chase Berenstein Murray Counselors At Law. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on divorce, family law, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in California (1987), U.S. District Court Eastern District of California (1987), U.S. District Court Northern District of California (1987), and Hawaii (2001). Educated at University of San Francisco School of Law (J.D. Honors, 1987) and Boston University (B.A. Political, 1984). Serands clients in Burlingame, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Lisa R. Murray received her license to practice law in California in 1987 and in Hawaii in 2001
  • Ms. Murray has practiced family law since 1989, assisting families through the difficult divorce process
  • Ms. Murray serves her community as a mediator, Collaborative Practice divorce lawyer, settlement counsel, court-appointed child advocate representing children in divorce cases, and Judge Pro Tempore
  • Ms. Murray also volunteers with various community-based organizations participating in programs which provide low cost legal assistance to individuals
  • Ms. Murray's focus on Divorce Mediation, Collaborative Practice Divorce, and settlement negotiation counsel was borne from her experience of the destructive manner in which litigation impacts the lives of parents and children
  • Ms. Murray is a member of the Mediators Roundtable which provides a forum for attorney-mediators to discuss with one another the methodology of and current trends in mediation
  • Ms. Murray has served as co-chair of the Family Law Section of the San Mateo County Bar Association, and as co-chair of the Children's Issues Committee - Bay Area, a Subcommittee of the Family Law Section of the California State Bar
  • As a member of Collaborative Practice of San Mateo County, she has served as President, chair of the Public Education Committee and co-chair of the Membership Committee, as an active member of the training and membership committees, and as a trainer
  • Ms. Murray is also an active member of Collaborative Practice San Francisco, where she has served on the Board, as a member of the Divorce Options and Membership Committees, and as the liaison to the Northern California Public Education Committee of Collaborative Practice California
  • Ms. Murray has been a member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals since 2004
  • Ms. Murray has been named a Northern California Super Lawyer from 2006 through the present
  • In 2009 she was honored with a Eureka Award by Collaborative Practice California for her significant contributions and demonstration of abiding dedication to establishing and sustaining Collaborative Practice in California
  • Ms. Murray received her Juris Doctor from the University of San Francisco in 1987, after graduating cum laude from Boston University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree
  • Published Works • Inside the Minds: Understanding Collaborative Family Law, Thomson Reuters/Aspatore , 2011 Classes/Seminars • Alternative Dispute Resolution: Mediation, Collaborative Practice, Private Judging/Arbitration - What is a Good Fit for my Case?, San Mateo County Bar Association, Family Law Section, 06/08/2018 • Collaborative Practice - What is it?, University of San Francisco School of Law, 2014 • Divorce Options, Collaborative Practice California, 2008 to Present Honors and Awards • Collaborative Practice California Eureka Award • Northern California Super Lawyer Past Employment Positions • Boornazian, Jensen and Garthe, Associate Attorney, 1987 to 1989 • Chase and Berenstein, Associate Attorney, 1989 to 1994 Pro Bono Activities • Divorce Options, 2008 to Present Professional Associations and Memberships • International Academy of Collaborative Professional, Member, 2003 to Present • San Mateo County Bar Association, Family Law Section, Co-Chair • Children's Issues Committee, Bay Area, Co-Chair

Practice Areas Explained

Lisa R. Murray's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lisa R. Murray 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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Family Law

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Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

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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 Burlingame 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 Lisa R. Murray

Where is Lisa R. Murray's law office located?
Lisa R. Murray's law practice is located in Burlingame, California. The firm is Chase Berenstein Murray Counselors At Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lisa R. Murray handle?
Lisa R. Murray focuses on divorce, family law, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Lisa R. Murray practiced law?
Lisa R. Murray has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Lisa R. Murray go to law school?
Lisa R. Murray earned their education at (J.D. Honors, 1987); (B.A. Political, 1984).
How can I contact Lisa R. Murray for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Honors
University of San Francisco School of Law
- 1987
B.A. Political
Boston University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court Northern District of California
Admitted: 1987
Hawaii
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District Court District of Hawaii
Admitted: 2001

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