Dena A. Kleeman

Practice areas

Family Law

Focus areas

Alimony & Spousal Support, Child Support, Custody & Visitation, Dissolution, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Mediation & Collaborative Law, Prenuptial Agreements

Since graduating from Stanford Law School in 1983, Dena A. Kleeman has dedicated her career to family law. In 1994, she achieved certification as a California Certified Family Law Specialist, and in 1998, she received specialized training in divorce mediation. Throughout her professional journey, Ms. Kleeman has successfully managed intricate divorce cases that encompass various aspects such as business valuation, divorce taxation, real estate, compensation, benefits, and intellectual property concerns.

Ms. Kleeman is skilled in crafting premarital agreements to establish financial arrangements for her clients during marriage, aiming to prevent potential issues in the event of divorce. While her primary approach is to resolve matters through negotiation, she staunchly advocates for her clients in litigation when necessary. Collaborating closely with her partner, Ruth Kremen, and attorneys from diverse backgrounds, Ms. Kleeman ensures that her clients receive the highest level of expertise, attention, and professional support for all aspects of their family law cases.

Additionally, Ms. Kleeman possesses expertise in child custody matters. After graduating from Wesleyan University in 1977, she pursued certification as a teacher for children with developmental delays at Thalians Mental Health Center, Cedars Sinai Medical Center, in 1978. Combining this educational background with her extensive experience in family law, Ms. Kleeman represents parents in divorce and parentage cases. Her knowledge extends to international and Hague convention custody matters, further enhancing her ability to provide comprehensive legal assistance in this realm.