Lisa Marie Ortiz, Child Support Attorney in Salinas, California
Over 30 years of legal practice
Child Supp. Srvs. Dept.
Salinas, CA
Practicing child support in Salinas since 1996.
- 30+
- Years practicing
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- Bar admission
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Lisa Marie Ortiz is a child supp. srvs. dept. based in Salinas, CA. The practice focuses on Child Support. Lisa has over 30 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Salinas, CA
- Experience
- over 30 years
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- Child Support
- Handles Child Support matters from Salinas, CA.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Lisa Marie Ortiz: Lisa Marie Ortiz is a child supp. srvs. dept. based in Salinas, CA. The practice focuses on Child Support. Lisa has over 30 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Lisa's practice areas in Salinas
Lisa concentrates on child support. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lisa handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Child Support cases in Salinas, California
Lisa takes child support matters in Salinas, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lisa agrees to represent you.
Biography
Lisa Marie Ortiz, child support attorney serving Salinas
Lisa Marie Ortiz is a child supp. srvs. dept. based in Salinas, CA. The practice focuses on Child Support. Lisa has over 30 years of legal experience. Lisa works from Salinas, California and takes on child support matters across the region.
Lisa Marie Ortiz is a lawyer practicing child support. Lisa received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1992, and has been licensed for 30 years. Lisa practices in Salinas, CA.
Lisa's approach to child support cases
Lisa Marie Ortiz is a lawyer practicing child support. Lisa received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1992, and has been licensed for 30 years. Lisa practices in Salinas, CA.
Clients Lisa works with
Lisa reviews new inquiries case-by-case for child support matters in Salinas and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Lisa studied and practices
Boston College Law School
J.D. · 1995
University of California at Los Angeles
B.A. · 1992
Jurisdictions
Lisa's state bar admissions
California
1996 · ACTIVE
Lisa studied at J.D. in Boston College Law School and B.A. in University of California at Los Angeles.
Law school and academic background
Lisa completed J.D. in Boston College Law School and B.A. in University of California at Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lisa runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Office locations for Lisa Marie Ortiz in Salinas, California
Lisa's primary office is at Salinas, CA, 93902-2059. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Lisa Marie Ortiz — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new child support attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lisa usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lisa charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lisa's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Lisa will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a child support attorney in Salinas, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many child support matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Lisa
Lisa discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in child support practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every child support matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Lisa confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lisa's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many child support practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Lisa Marie Ortiz
How much does it cost to hire Lisa for a child support case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lisa walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lisa offer a free consultation?
Lisa charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lisa's office. Some child support attorneys offer free consults — check Lisa's current terms during booking.
How long do child support cases in California typically take?
Simple child support matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Lisa gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lisa take my case if I'm outside Salinas?
Lisa is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Lisa will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Lisa?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Lisa will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lisa accepting new child support clients right now?
Lisa's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Child Support attorneys serving Salinas, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Lisa handles child support matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified child support attorneys in that community.
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