Vimala D. Nowlis

A UNIQUELY QUALIFIED ATTORNEY WITH EDUCATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE TAILED FOR FAMILY LAW ISSUES AND NEEDS

Vimala Nowlis has an educational and professional background which is ideally suited for her family law clients' varied needs. 

In addition to her Doctorate of Jurist Prudence, Vimala Nowlis has an MBA which she utilizes to ensure that all matters pertaining to divorce, property settlement, child support and spousal support, and prenuptial or postnuptial agreements are formulated so that all pertinent financial issues are completely addressed.

She also has a B.A. in Communications and completed several mediation and negotiation programs which give her an advantage in settlement negotiations and in arguing your case in court.

And she has broad experience in family law cases and an in-depth knowledge of child support issues and legislative intent. 

Professional Experience

2002: Opened solo practice in Los Angeles, CA

2001-2002: Associate Attorney for Hughes and Sullivan, a law firm specializing in family law in Orange County

2000-2001: Child Support Attorney and Special Prosecutor for Los Angeles County 's Child Support Services Department.

1999-2000: Attorney for Pasadena and Pomona San Gabriel Valley Legal Aid.

1990-1998: Top Management in the California Child Support Programs in Tulare County and Orange County, including serving on the California Family Support Council, the legislation committee, numerous statewide task force teams, and implementation of child support reform.

Educational Background

1997 J.D with Distinction, passed the Bar at first attempt 
San Joaquin College of Law 

• Excelled in Family Law, Contract Law, Mediation, and Legal Research and Writing; 
• Recipient of various scholarships, awards, and honors; 
• Outstanding qualifications for negotiating prenuptial or postnuptial agreements, divorce settlements, and support orders.

1988 MBA Salutatorian, nominee for Dean's Award 
California State University Fresno

• President of the Associated Graduate Business Students; 
• Recipient of various scholarships and honors; 
• Ideally suited for analyzing financial situations, reviewing assets and debts, characterization and division of property, and calculation of support.

1983 BA in Communications, top 10% of the class 
Concordia University  

• Recipient of various scholarships; 
• Special acumen in understanding the nuances of language and negotiation.