​What is a Legal Specialization?

In the State of California, the State Bar will certify attorneys as “specialists” if they go above and beyond the standard state licensing requirements.  The State Bar Legal Specialization Program provides a path for attorneys to earn the title of “Certified Specialist” in their particular area.  This program was designed to meet several goals including giving the public increased confidence and public protections as well as encouraging attorneys to increase their knowledge, involvement, and competence.  California was the first state in the United States to offer a path to certification.

How does an attorney become a Certified Specialist?

In order obtain a certification, above and beyond the standard requirements to be admitted to the bar in California, attorneys must pass a written examination in their field.   They must have at least 5 years’ experience with at least 25% of the active practice being dedicated to the certification area to demonstrate an expertise in the particular area of law.  They also must complete additional classroom training, and also be favorably evaluated by peers as well as by judges who are familiar with the attorneys work, ethics, and practice.  Attorneys must also maintain a level of involvement and competence as well as re-certify every 5 years.

Tracy Duell-Cazes – A Certified Family Law Specialist

Tracy Duell-Cazes is a Certified Family Law Specialist by the California Board of Legal Specialization of the State Bar of California and has held this certification since December of 2002.  When you work with Tracy, you can be assured that you are working with someone who has dedicated her practice to the area of Family Law and you will receive the fruits of almost 30 years’ experience.
Recognized by her peers to qualify for certification, Tracy has also been named to the Super Lawyers list for Northern California.  Recognizing no more than 5% of attorneys in an area, Tracy has been listed every year since 2009.  Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The selection process includes independent research, peer nominations and peer evaluations.

If you are in the process of a divorce or any legal issue in the area of Family Law, including Child Custody and Support, Visitation,  Spousal Support, Paternity, Property Rights, or even a Contempt of Court defense or prosecution, call the Law Office of Tracy Duell-Cazes, also called TDC Family Law for a free 45-minutes consultation  With her experience, certification, and peer reviews, you know you are being expertly represented.

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