Atty. Lisa Thiessen

Atty. Lisa Thiessen

Certified Legal Specialties • The State Board of California • Certified as a Family Law Specialist by the State Board of California Board of Legal Specialization 2017 Pro Bono Activities • Past Chair, Board of Trustees, Center for Human Services, 2009 to 2009 • Past Member, Board of Trustees Center for Human Services, 2005 to 2009 • Completed Adoptions as a Social Worker for Families for Children Professional Associations and Memberships • American Bar Association, Member • State Bar Association-Family Law Section, Member • San Joaquin County Bar Association-Family Law Section, Member • San Jo

Stockton Stockton 18 yrs experience 18 year
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Profile Summary

About Lisa Thiessen at a glance

Lisa Thiessen is a Partner based in Stockton, California, practicing at Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc.. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, real estate, and child support. Admitted to practice in California (2008) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (2011). Educated at Humphreys College J.D. (—) and California State University M.A. California State University B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association. Serands clients in Stockton, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

Certified Legal Specialties • The State Board of California • Certified as a Family Law Specialist by the State Board of California Board of Legal Specialization 2017 Pro Bono Activities • Past Chair, Board of Trustees, Center for Human Services, 2009 to 2009 • Past Member, Board of Trustees Center for Human Services, 2005 to 2009 • Completed Adoptions as a Social Worker for Families for Children Professional Associations and Memberships • American Bar Association, Member • State Bar Association-Family Law Section, Member • San Joaquin County Bar Association-Family Law Section, Member • San Joaquin County Bar Association-Women's Lawyer Section, Member

Practice Areas Explained

Lisa Thiessen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lisa Thiessen 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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Real Estate Law

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

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Child Support

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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 Stockton 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 Thiessen

Where is Lisa Thiessen's law office located?
Lisa Thiessen's law practice is located in Stockton, California. The firm is Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lisa Thiessen handle?
Lisa Thiessen focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, real estate, child support. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Lisa Thiessen practiced law?
Lisa Thiessen has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Lisa Thiessen go to law school?
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How can I contact Lisa Thiessen for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Lisa Thiessen received?
Lisa Thiessen's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Humphreys College J.D.
- In Progress
California State University M.A. California State University B.A.
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2008
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 2011

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