Richard M Renkin, Esq., CFLS

Richard M. Renkin has been assisting clients in the San Diego area with family law matters since 1991. He focuses his practice on matters relating to marriage and divorce.

Richard is well-versed in negotiating, mediating, and litigating agreements and conflicts relating to marriages and divorce. His personal attentiveness and legal acumen make him a trusted advisor and powerful advocate for clients who are serious about protecting their assets and enforcing their legal rights

Richard M. Renkin is a Certified Family Law Specialist. He received his certification from the California Board of Legal Specialization in 2005.

The certification process ensures that only the lawyers who have significant experience and intimate knowledge of California family law become recognized by the Board. In order to become a Certified Family Law Specialist, a lawyer must: (i) demonstrate significant, recent experience in the field of family law, (ii) satisfy intensive educational requirements (beyond law school, (iii) pass a written exam, (iv) receive favorable recommendations from his or her peers in the legal community, and (v) successfully represent himself or herself in front of a panel of family law experts.

Certification requires real-world practice experience in all of the following areas:

• Restraining orders and domestic violence cases

• Divorce (dissolution of marriage), legal separation, and annulments

• Child custody

• Child support

• Spousal support

• Support modifications

• Division of community property

• Confirmation of separate property

• Tax issues relating to divorces under California law

• Contempt and enforcement matters

• Mediation and negotiation of family law disputes

California law also requires Certified Family Law Specialists to meet continuing education requirements in order to retain their certification. Board certification is a serious matter, and it reflects a serious commitment to providing truly top-notch representation within a focused area of the law.

Awards

The AV Preeminent Judicial Award is considered the highest possible distinction that can be given to an attorney. Richard’s earning it showcases his commitment to the ethical practice of law and his devotion to his clients.

How Richard Can Help You

Richard represents clients who find themselves in all stages of dealing with family law matters. From planning for marriage to modifying rights or obligations following a divorce, when you choose to work with Renkin & Associates, Richard will be by your side every step of the way. Our FAQs provide a wealth of information for people who are beginning to look for answers. Click to learn more about what Richard can do to help you with:

• Planning for marriage

• Planning for divorce

• Going through a divorce or legal separation

• Custody rights and child support

• Spousal support (commonly known as “alimony”)

• Division of community and separate property

Beyond the Law

Of course, Richard is much more than just a San Diego family lawyer. He is also an active member of his community, and he is equally well-known in local circles for his legal practice and his community service. Richard’s contributions to the local San Diego community include:

• Settlement Conference Judge Pro Tem for Superior Courts Downtown, East County, North County and South Bay

* Member Pro Visors

* Member - Encinitas Chamber of Commerce

• San Diego Downtown Host Lions Club

- President San Diego Downtown Host Lions Club (2010-2011)

- Member, Board of Directors and Board of Trustees, San Diego Downtown Host Lions Club

• Board of Directors for Kid’s Turn – Member (2010 – 2013)

• Fundraising for Hannah’s House and Kids’ Turn

• San Carlos Little League - Umpire (2001 – 2005)

- San Carlos Little League - Umpire–in-Chief (2005 season)

• San Diego Referral Exchange – Past President and Member of Board of Directors, (1994 – 2005)

• Congregation Beth Israel Men’s Club – President (1996-1997)

• Congregation Beth Israel Board of Directors & Member (1996-1997)

Professional Memberships and Affiliations

Along with his certification as a Family Law Specialist, Richard holds the following professional memberships and affiliations as well:

• Family Law Section of the San Diego County Bar Association – Member

• Family Law Section of the State Bar of California – Member (1987 to present)

• Lawyers Referral and Information Service Provider, Family and Commercial Law Panels – Member

• San Diego County Bar Association Executive Board, Certified Family Law Specialists Committee – Member

• San Diego Subcommittee of FLEXCOM, Family Law Section Executive Committee – Member