About Elisabeth Aimee

Elisabeth Aimee Lord is a dedicated family law attorney based in Redlands, California. Since 1999, she has been practicing law in the state, bringing over two decades of experience to her clients. Elisabeth earned her Juris Doctor from Santa Clara University School of Law in 1998, laying a solid foundation for her legal career. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Language and Linguistics from the University of California, Santa Cruz, in 1993, which enhanced her communication skills and understanding of complex legal issues. Upon graduating from law school, Elisabeth joined the Santa Cruz County Public Defender’s Office.

There, she represented parents in child protective services cases, as well as criminal defendants, gaining invaluable courtroom experience. This role allowed her to develop a understanding of the intricacies involved in family law and criminal defense. In 2001, she took a significant step in her career by establishing her own practice. Her focus included juvenile dependency, criminal law, and family law, serving clients across Santa Cruz, Santa Clara, and Monterey counties. In 2005, Elisabeth relocated to Riverside County, where she continued to expand her family law practice.

Her areas of expertise grew to include juvenile dependency, criminal law, adoption, and guardianship cases. In 2013, she joined a large family law firm in Riverside County as a Senior Litigation Attorney. In this role, she managed a substantial caseload that encompassed all aspects of family law, further solidifying her reputation in the legal community. In 2014, Elisabeth achieved a significant milestone when she was designated a Certified Family Law Specialist by the California State Bar. This certification is evidence of her expertise and commitment to the field of family law.

Her leadership skills were recognized in 2020 when she was elected to the Board of Directors of the Riverside County Bar Association as a Director at Large. Additionally, she has served as the Chief Financial Officer of the Riverside County Bar Association, contributing to the organization’s financial integrity. Elisabeth is an active member of several professional organizations, including the Riverside County Bar Association, the San Bernardino Bar Association, and the Family Law Section of the California Lawyers Association. Her contributions to the legal field have not gone unnoticed; she has been recognized by Super Lawyers from 2018 to 2026. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Elisabeth is well-equipped to serve clients, ensuring that her clients receive the best possible representation in their family law matters.

Education

University of California Santa Cruz

Undergraduate Degree

Santa Clara University School of Law

Law Degree

Accepted Jurisdictions

California

Court Admissions

California Superior Court State Trial Court · Admitted 1999

Types of Cases Handled

Family Law Juvenile Dependency Criminal Law Adoption Guardianship

Legal Services Scope

Trial Litigation