About Debra Vaniman
Debra Vaniman Crawford is a licensed attorney admitted to practice law in the State of California. She was admitted to the California State Bar in 1984. Her license is currently in active status. Ms. Crawford is the owner of Law & Mediation Offices, a law firm located in Carmel, California. She has been practicing law for over 41 years, serving clients throughout the Monterey County area.
Ms. Crawford earned her Juris Doctor degree from Southwestern University School of Law in 1983. Prior to law school, she completed her undergraduate education at the University of California, Los Angeles, receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics in 1980. During her time at Southwestern University School of Law, she served as a Justice for the Phi Alpha Delta Legal Fraternity and received the American Jurisprudence Award in Criminal Procedure.
Ms. Crawford specializes in family law, focusing on areas such as divorce, child custody, child support, and estate planning. She is a certified family law specialist, certified by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. Her practice encompasses all stages of family law cases, including litigation, mediation, and negotiations. She also offers mediation services to help families resolve disputes amicably.
Throughout her career, Ms. Crawford has handled cases in various courts, including the Superior Court of California for Monterey County. She has been recognized for her professional achievements, being selected to Super Lawyers in 2004 and 2005. She has also been a columnist for the Carmel Valley Newsletter and authored "Cal Divorce 123, Your Guide to California Divorce," a resource designed to help individuals understand the California divorce process.
Ms. Crawford is an active member of the Monterey County Bar Association and the State Bar of California. She has served as the President of the Women's Legal Clinic and has been involved in various community organizations, including the Carmel Valley Women's Club and the Monterey State Historic Park Association. She is fluent in English and Spanish, allowing her to serve the diverse communities of Monterey County effectively.
