Lerner Poole & Stewart

At Lerner Poole & Stewart, LLP, we understand the complexities and sensitivities involved in family law matters. Our San Francisco attorneys have a combined 30 years of experience in assisting individuals throughout the Bay Area with divorce, child custody, child support, high asset community property disputes, and complex family law matters. We are dedicated to providing compassionate representation and protecting our clients' interests with a sophisticated approach.

Our principals, Stacey Poole and Kristine Stewart, are both certified Family Law Specialists. Stacey holds a master's degree in tax and has been recognized by Super Lawyers magazine. Kristine has received extensive training in mediation and other alternative dispute resolution processes. We leverage our education and experience to understand the emotional and financial conflicts that often accompany divorces, drawing upon a wide network of financial and mental health professionals when necessary.

Family Law Services

Our practice areas include divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, paternity, and property division. We recognize that each case is unique and that traditional litigation can be adversarial. For this reason, we also offer alternative dispute resolution methods such as mediation or collaboration. It is crucial to retain an experienced attorney who can advise on the options available to you.

Divorce Services

We assist with uncontested and contested divorces, ensuring that our clients meet the procedural requirements. We can help with the filing and serving of divorce papers and guide clients through the process until the divorce is final, which takes at least six months from the service date.

High Net Worth Divorce Services

When dealing with high net worth divorces, we understand the complexity involved in dividing substantial and valuable assets. We may need to retain an experienced appraiser to value assets such as real estate, businesses, stock options, IP, and high-value personal property.

Child Custody and Support Services

We work on child custody issues, considering the child's best interests. We also assist with child support, ensuring that the court-ordered amount is fair based on the income of each parent and the time spent with the child. In cases where a parent is voluntarily underemployed, we ensure that the court imputes income to that parent.