Business Details
13 Years
experience
Experienced Family Law Appellate Attorney in San Diego
I have dedicated my practice to appellate family law matters in California since my admission to the State Bar in 2013. My work focuses on complex issues including child custody, property division, spousal and child support, domestic violence restraining orders, and high-income earner cases. With specialized expertise in appellate procedures, I provide strategic representation for both appellants and respondents through detailed brief preparation and oral argument.Recognized as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers Magazine from 2017 to 2024, I prioritize meticulous analysis of trial records to identify errors and construct persuasive legal arguments. My practice addresses the distinct procedural requirements of appellate courts, offering clients targeted advocacy in this specialized legal domain.
Services
Child Custody Appeal
Child Support Appeal
Property Division Appeal
DV Restraining Order Appeal
Family Law Appeals
Move Away Appeal
Ostler/Smith Appeal
Spousal Support Appeal
Property Characterization Appeal
Premarital Agreement Appeal
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- Specialized exclusively in family law appeals since 2013
- Recognized as Super Lawyers Rising Star for 7 consecutive years
- Proven track record in complex custody and property division appeals
- Mastery of California appellate procedures and briefing requirements
- Direct focus on identifying trial court errors to strengthen client positions
Associations and certifications
- Super Lawyers Rising Star
Services
Child Custody Appeal
Specialized appellate representation for child custody determinations. Focuses on identifying procedural errors and statutory misapplications in trial court rulings. Provides strategic brief preparation to challenge or defend custody orders.
Property Division Appeal
Handles complex property division appeals involving high-value assets and income discrepancies. Analyzes trial records for mischaracterization of separate vs. community property. Develops targeted arguments for appellate review.
Spousal Support Appeal
Addresses appellate challenges to spousal support orders. Evaluates income calculations, lifestyle factors, and statutory guidelines. Crafts persuasive legal arguments for modification or reversal of support determinations.
DV Restraining Order Appeal
Specialized appellate services for domestic violence restraining order challenges. Reviews evidence sufficiency, procedural compliance, and statutory interpretations. Provides focused advocacy for both petitioners and respondents.
Family Law Writs
Prepares and argues writ petitions in family law matters. Focuses on extraordinary appellate remedies where no plain remedy exists. Develops concise legal arguments for immediate judicial review of critical rulings.
People
Dennis Temko
Attorney
California family law appellate specialist since 2013 admission. Focuses on custody, support, and property division appeals. Super Lawyers Rising Star (2017-2024). Former trial court clerkship experience informs strategic appellate approach.
Questions
What family law matters do you handle on appeal?
I specialize in appellate review of custody, child/spousal support, property division, restraining orders, and premarital agreement challenges across California state courts.
How does appellate practice differ from trial work?
Appellate law focuses on procedural errors and legal interpretations rather than new evidence. Requires specialized knowledge of appellate rules, briefing standards, and judicial review parameters.
Can you represent both appellants and respondents?
Yes, I provide full-service representation for both parties, preparing opening briefs for appellants and responsive briefs for respondents with equal expertise.
What recognition have you received in this field?
Super Lawyers Magazine named me a Rising Star in appellate law annually from 2017 through 2024 based on peer recognition and professional achievement metrics.
How do you handle complex financial issues in appeals?
I focus on tracing errors in asset valuations, income calculations, and support formulas, particularly in high-earning household cases and stock option disputes.
