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Matthew S. Blado

Matthew S. Blado

Bickford Blado & Botros
  • Family Law, Divorce, Domestic Violence
  • California
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Biography

Born in Bakersfield, California and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada, Mr. Blado is a graduate of California Western School of Law. While at California Western, Mr. Blado studied Family Law and Community Property. During his third year of law school, Matthew was selected to serve as the judicial extern for the Honorable Nancy C. Oesterle.

While attending California Western, Mr. Blado was a founding member of the California Western School of Law Community Law Project which provided free legal assistance to poor and indigent members of the community. It was during this period that Mr. Blado was first exposed to the difficulties faced by families trying to maneuver through the Family Courts.

Mr. Blado has practiced exclusively in the area of Family Law since graduating from law school. Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Blado worked as an attorney for Gordon D. Cruse, APLC, a practice devoted exclusively to high-net worth and complex Family Law cases.

Mr. Blado is a Legal Specialist in Family Law certified by the California State Board of Legal Specialists.

Mr. Blado also holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science from the University of Nevada Las Vegas. During his time in college, Mr. Blado was a member of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity.

Mr. Blado is a member of the State Bar of California and the San Diego Family Law Bar Association.

Mr. Blado is a regular contributor to the San Diego Divorce Attorneys Blog, the official blog of Bickford Blado & Botros. Visit the blog to read more news about San Diego family law, written by the divorce attorneys at the firm.

Education
California Western School of Law
J.D. (2006)
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University of Nevada-Las Vegas
B.A. (2003)
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Professional Experience
Attorney
Bickford Blado & Botros
- Current
Attorney
The Law Offices of Nancy J. Bickford, APC
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Attorney
Law Office of Lori Clark Viviano
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Attorney
Law Office of Gordon D. Cruse
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Law Clerk 2006-2008
Publications
Articles & Publications
San Diego Divorce Attorneys Blog
Family Law Blog
Speaking Engagements
Litigation vs. Mediation, Real Talk San Diego - Your Wealth Hour
2016
Certifications
Certified Legal Specialist-Family Law
State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization
Awards
Family Law - 10 Best Attorneys in California
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40
National Academy of Family Law Attorneys
Top Attorneys in California
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
Professional Associations
San Diego Family Law Bar Association
Current
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San Diego County Bar Association
Current
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State Bar of California
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
California
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Fees
  • Credit Cards Accepted
Practice Areas
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Social Media
Websites & Blogs
Website
Matthew S. Blado's Website Profile
Website
Bickford Blado & Botros Website
Blog
San Diego Divorce Attorneys Blog
Contact & Map
Bickford Blado & Botros
Del Mar Technology Center
12348 High Bluff Dr
#220
San Diego, CA 92130
Telephone: (858) 793-8884
Fax: (858) 793-8874