Lawyers Archives - Helene L. Taylor

Should you fire your divorce lawyer?

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Your divorce lawyer works for you and must be ethical, respectful and effective. Ethical, respectful and effective attorneys are courteous, organized, transparent, communicative, competent, frank, loyal and committed to excellence. They listen, manage cases carefully, take … [Read more...]

Qualities to look for and avoid when you’re choosing a divorce lawyer

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When it comes to choosing a divorce lawyer, how do you decide who to hire? I'd like to say there is a proven formula you can use to choose the divorce lawyer who is perfectly suited to your case. I can't, because there isn't a formula. I can tell you there are great lawyers … [Read more...]

Do you need a divorce lawyer?

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If you're getting divorced or have concerns about your marriage during your marriage, I want you to speak to an experienced family law lawyer. You may only need to speak to the lawyer for an hour or two, but speak to one nonetheless. Why do you need a divorce lawyer during … [Read more...]

Hello. I’m Helene L Taylor, a California divorce consulting attorney and legal strategist. For nearly 30 years I’ve worked with formidable attorneys and judges in Marin, Los Angeles, Silicon Valley, San Francisco, Napa and Hawaii, and helped thousands negotiate marital settlement agreements. I help clients understand their circumstances in light of the law and develop strategies to resolve separation and divorce issues with compassion and resilience. Speak with me hourly, virtually, and in confidence.

"Helene understands human behavior, and has a gift for deescalating conflict. I felt safe with Helene representing me during a complicated divorce. We've been friends ever since my divorce sixteen years ago." ~Toni Wroolie, PhD, Clinical Associate Professor, Psychiatry, Stanford University Medicine

"When I realized that I was getting a divorce I knew I needed to find a guide. She’d need to be smart, soulful, kind, and know her way around the legal system like nobody’s business. I loved working with Helene because she covered all of those bases beautifully, and she made it possible for me to move through my divorce with peace of mind and confidence" ~Laurie Wagner, 27powers.org

"Helene gently challenged me to consider which outcome would be best for my daughter and I, and gave me the courage and consistency I needed to pursue it successfully. I learned so much about myself as a result. Helene's is a compassionate and strategic approach. On a personal level, Helene is exceptionally positive and inspiring. I feel blessed to have received Helene's help through a challenging divorce during the pandemic." ~NC, Mother, Los Angeles Small Business Owner