About Nancy Jane

Nancy Jane Madsen is a licensed attorney in California, admitted to the State Bar in 1976 under license number 71779. She maintains an active license and operates her practice from Santa Barbara, California. Her office is located at 1714 Olive Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-1019, and she can be contacted by phone at 805-564-4481. ([apps.calbar.ca.gov](https://apps.calbar.ca.gov/attorney/Licensee/Detail/71779?utm_source=openai))

Ms. Madsen earned her Juris Doctor from the UCLA School of Law in 1976. Prior to law school, she completed her undergraduate studies at the University of California, obtaining a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1971. She furthered her education with a Master of Social Welfare from the UCLA School of Public Affairs in 1997, focusing on Community Building and Social Work Administration. ([apps.calbar.ca.gov](https://apps.calbar.ca.gov/attorney/Licensee/Detail/71779?utm_source=openai))

Ms. Madsen's legal practice is centered on family law, including areas such as divorce, child custody, and mediation. She has extensive experience representing clients in family law matters, guiding them through various legal processes, including negotiations and court proceedings. Her practice encompasses all stages of family law cases, from initial consultations to final resolutions.

With over 48 years of experience, Ms. Madsen has represented clients in multiple courts, including the Superior Court of California for the County of Santa Barbara. She has also appeared before the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California. Her extensive experience in family law has equipped her to handle complex cases involving child custody disputes, property division, and spousal support.

Ms. Madsen is a member of the California State Bar and has been practicing law in California since 1976. She is also a member of the Santa Barbara County Bar Association. In addition to her legal practice, she has been involved in community service, contributing to local organizations and initiatives aimed at supporting families and children in the Santa Barbara area. ([apps.calbar.ca.gov](https://apps.calbar.ca.gov/attorney/Licensee/Detail/71779?utm_source=openai))

Education

UCLA School of Public Affairs

Masters of Social Welfare (1997) | Community Building, Social Work Administration

UCLA School of Law

Juris Doctor (1976) | Moot Court; 9th District Federal Court of Appeals Internship in Family and Civil Law

University of California

Bachelor of Arts (1971)

Accepted Jurisdictions

California

Court Admissions

Superior Court of California for the County of Santa Barbara State Trial Court · Admitted 1976
U.S. District Court for the Central District of California U.S. District Court · Admitted 1976

Types of Cases Handled

divorce child custody mediation

Legal Services Scope

Negotiations Litigation