Sarah B. Russo

Ms. Russo practices family law, mediation and guardianship law, and is a partner at the firm of Russo Elms Roberts, LLP, in Suisun City, California. Her practice encompasses litigation and mediation in the following areas:·       Divorce/dissolution of marriage·      Legal separation·      Mediation·      Domestic partnership·      Child support·      Child custody & parenting plans·      Parenting plans for special needs children·      Spousal support·      Guardianship and visitation·      Paternity & Parentage actions·      Property & retirement division·      Judgment enforcementGraduating magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology from the California State University, Sacramento, Ms. Russo went on to obtain a law degree from the University of California, Davis School of Law, engaging herself in several activities and associations such as the King Hall Women’s Law Association and the American Constitution Society. She was also a certified law student at the UC Davis Civil Rights Clinic, assisting underserved clients in constitutional tort actions.Navigating complex family law issues with confidence, Ms. Russo takes a holistic view of the role of legal counsel, and is a fierce advocate for her clients. An experienced mediator, she strives to settle cases out of court without the intervention of complex litigation proceedings. She prioritizes solving her clients’ issues expediently and creatively, with a focus on the individual needs and priorities of her clients.Ms. Russo extends her legal service to the community, serving as a chair of the Family Law Section of the Solano County Bar Association and a member of the Family Law Section of The State Bar of California.  Ms. Russo also devotes a portion of her practice to doing minor's counsel work, representing children in high conflict or complex proceedings.For her relentless support toward her clients and the dedication she exhibits in her profession, Ms. Russo has received a “Superb” rating on Avvo. She is also lauded by her satisfied clients for her meticulous preparation and compassionate representation that has reaped successful results for them.