About Mr. David Thomas

David Thomas Pisarra is a family law attorney admitted to the State Bar of California in 1998, holding. His license is currently active. Mr. Pisarra is the founder and managing partner of Men's Family Law, a firm dedicated to representing men in family law matters, located at 1305 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405. He has been practicing law for over 27 years, focusing on family law cases throughout Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, and Ventura counties.

Mr. Pisarra earned his Juris Doctor from the University of West Los Angeles School of Law in 1998. Prior to law school, he completed his undergraduate studies at St. John's College in Annapolis, Maryland, graduating in 1989 with a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Mathematics. During his time at St. John's College, he was actively involved in campus life, serving as the yearbook editor-in-chief and president of the King William Players, the school's theater group.

His practice areas include child custody, divorce, alimony, and domestic violence. Mr. Pisarra has extensive experience representing fathers and husbands in divorce proceedings, child custody disputes, and cases involving domestic violence. He has authored three books aimed at men navigating family law issues: "A Man's Guide to Child Custody," "A Man's Guide to Divorce Strategy," and "A Man's Guide to Domestic Violence." These publications are available both as e-books on his firm's website and in hard copy on Amazon.

Throughout his career, Mr. Pisarra has handled numerous high-profile cases, including defending fathers against false allegations of child abuse and securing favorable custody arrangements. He has also successfully challenged fraudulent alimony claims, saving clients significant amounts in support payments. His work encompasses all stages of litigation, from initial case evaluation and discovery to mediation, settlement negotiations, and trial proceedings in both state and federal courts.

Mr. Pisarra is an active member of several professional organizations, including the Los Angeles County Bar Association, Beverly Hills Bar Association, and the San Fernando Valley Bar Association. He serves as the Executive Director of the Men's Family Law Foundation and has been involved with the National Coalition For Men as an adviser. Additionally, he has contributed to various publications and media outlets, offering insights on family law topics and men's rights. Mr. Pisarra is fluent in English and Spanish, enabling him to effectively serve a diverse clientele in Southern California.

Education

St. John s College

B.A. (1989) | Philosophy & Mathematics

1985

Univ of West Los Angeles

Law Degree

Experience

Partner

Pisarra & Grist
1999

Accepted Jurisdictions

California

Court Admissions

Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles State Trial Court · Admitted 1998
Superior Court of California, County of Orange State Trial Court · Admitted 1998
Superior Court of California, County of Riverside State Trial Court · Admitted 1998
Superior Court of California, County of Ventura State Trial Court · Admitted 1998
U.S. District Court for the Central District of California U.S. District Court · Admitted 1998
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California U.S. District Court · Admitted 1998

Types of Cases Handled

child custody divorce alimony domestic violence

Legal Services Scope

Hearings Litigation Negotiations Trials

Certifications & Awards

Minor s Counsel training

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Mediator Training

LACBA

Domestic Violence Training

Santa Monica Bar Assoc.

Family Law Trial Advocacy

ABA

Professional Associations

National Center for Missing and Exploited Children

Network listed attorney 2010 - Current

International Support Network For Alienated Families

Secretary - Board has membership 2010 - Current

International Support Network For Alienated Families

Secretary / General Counsel 2010 - Current

U.S. Department of State - Bureau of Consular Affairs

Non-Employee Lawyer for Hague Convention on Child Abduction Cases 2010 - Current

Santa Monica Bar Association

Arbitrator for Fee Disputes 2007 - Current

Santa Monica Bar Association

Fee Dispute Arbitrator 2007 - Current

Beverly Hills Bar

has membership 1999 - Current

Los Angeles County Bar

has membership 2005 - 2010

Office Locations

Main Office

 1305 Pico Blvd Santa Monica CA 90405

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