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Christopher C. Melcher
Joins the American College of Family Trial Lawyers
We are proud to share that Christopher C. Melcher has been appointed as a diplomat of the American College of Family Trial Lawyers.

ACFTL is a select group of 100 of the top family lawyers trial lawyers from across the United States.
WMY Welcomes
Natali Herrador
We are excited to welcome Natali Herrador to Walzer Melcher & Yoda to our finance team.

Natali is a Los Angeles native raised in Santa Monica, who enjoys traveling, music festivals, and spending time with her family.
WMY Welcomes
Sara Edwards
We are excited to welcome Sara Edwards to Walzer Melcher & Yoda as our summer law clerk.

Sara is a rising 3L at Tulane Law School. Originally from South Florida, Sara got her bachelor's degree from the University of Georgia in Sociology and Women's Studies with a minor in Spanish. Before law school, Sara was a legal advocate for Partnership Against Domestic Violence and looks forward to applying this passion for helping others in her legal career.

In her free time, Sara loves to exercise, try new restaurants, and spend time with friends & family.
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
We are honored to share that Peter M. Walzer and Steven K. Yoda have been selected to Daily Journal's Top Family Lawyers for 2024.
ARTICLES & PUBLICATIONS
Earning Capacity: A Necessary Consideration
When Support Is at Issue
by Cynthia J. Ponce
The latest issue of Family Advocate includes articles determining income when calculating spousal support and child support. Income in divorce cases are not as straightforward as it may seem. Beyond a party's wages, other factors may include earning capacity, investments, tax returns, complex compensation, the "double dip" concept, cryptocurrency, discovery, the use of forensic accountants, and special considerations for high-net-worth clients.

Read more here.
Prenups on the Go: Exploring Their Enforceability Across Borders
by Peter M. Walzer
Often, our premarital agreement clients have extraordinary wealth. They may own homes in other states and countries. We can never predict whether they will file for divorce while they are spending the winter at their Swiss chalet or die in their flat in London. It may happen on a boat in Monaco or their Tuscany villa. Can the prenup be enforced legally, and which law will be applicable?

Read more here.
Navigating Divorce for Ultra High Net Worth Couples
by Peter M. Walzer & Sylvia Guinan
Divorce is a crisis for many people. It is emotionally and financially difficult, particularly complex and challenging for ultra-high-net-worth couples. In this article, Peter and Sylvia explore three key strategies to help wealthy couples navigate the process more smoothly.

Read more here.
The Richness of Navigating the Emotional Issues of Divorce
by Peter M. Walzer & Sylvia Guinan
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June 4, 2024
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July 30, 2024
Peter M. Walzer & Danielle Sze
NBI
September 17, 2024
Death and Divorce
Christopher C. Melcher
September 27, 2024
Influencer and Other Nontraditional Income
Ashley W. Edwards
ABA Fall CLE
November 8, 2024
San Mateo County Bar Association Program
Christopher C. Melcher
January 19, 2025
Prenups - Proving and Disproving Unconscionability at the Time of Execution and at the Time of Enforcement
Christopher C. Melcher
AAML SoCal Trial Institute
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FIRM HAPPENINGS
ABA Spring CLE in Boston, MA.
BHBA Meet the Judges Night in Beverly Hills, CA.
IAFL Asia Pacific Chapter Meeting in Brisbane, Australia.
AAML Mid-Year Meeting in Playa del Carmen, MX.
ACFLS Spring Seminar in Rancho Mirage, CA.