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Hartley, Carla L.

Carla L. Hartley - Ventura, CA

Attorney at Hartley Law Group

Family Law Lawyers in Ventura, CA

5700 Ralston Street Suite 210 Ventura, CA 93003

  • 1 Super Lawyers®
  • 19 Years
    Experience

Ventura Family Law Lawyer

Updated: 02/04/2020

Areas of Practice

  • Family Law
  • Adoption
  • Divorce
  • Child Custody
  • Child Support
  • Faith Based
  • Veteran
  • Custody & Visitation
  • Spousal Support
  • Property Division
  • Military Divorce
  • Collaborative Divorce
  • Pension/Retirement Asset Division
  • Guardianship
  • Conservatorship
  • Elder Abuse
  • Domestic Partnerships
  • Same Sex Family Law
  • Artificial Insemination
  • Hague Convention

Attorney Information

Overview

Carla Hartley has worked in the legal field for well over ten years. She has worked every position in a law firm, from receptionist to law clerk to managing attorney for the Firm. A former U.S. Marine, Ms. Hartley brings diligence and willingness to fight for her client's rights to every case in which she is involved. Though she settles most of her cases - some at the courtroom door on the day of trial - she prepares every case from the beginning as though it is going to trial. That philosophy has resulted in placing Ms. Hartley's clients in a position of strength when negotiations begin. Peace is good, but an unjust peace is no good - Ms. Hartley is not afraid to litigate if the settlement being offered is not equitable.

An experienced litigator, Ms. Hartley works aggressively to keep her skills, abilities, and knowledge base at the cutting edge of family law. She attends numerous conferences each year, which judges from all over California also attend, to ensure she has the latest knowledge and techniques in her arsenal. In addition, each member of the Firm receives weekly updates on the most recent cases and laws influencing the family courts in California. Mere time-in-grade isn't everything: family law is the most dynamic, rapidly changing area of law in the state of California, and being aware of recent changes and nuances in the law has often helped Ms. Hartley's clients to an advantageous settlement out of Court, or a legal victory in Court.

Please call Carla at 805-639-0600 to discuss your legal needs.


Awards and Honors

Super Lawyers® Selectees

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Honors

  • United States Marine Corps, with decorations

Other Sources of Feedback About Carla L. Hartley

Included on the 2027 Southern California Super Lawyers list


Past Lists

  • 2026 Southern California Super Lawyers list
  • 2025 Southern California Super Lawyers list
  • 2017 Southern California Super Lawyers list

Education

Legal Education

  • Santa Barbara & Ventura Colleges of Law, Santa Barbara, California, 2007
    J.D.

Non Legal Education

  • University of New Mexico
    B.A.
    Honors: Phi Beta Kappa

Current Employment Position(s)

  • Attorney
  • Founder, since 2009

Past Positions

  • U.S. Marine

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  • By Anonymous on Apr. 21, 2024
    Hired Attorney 2024
    Carla was very helpful in advising me in obtaining conservatorship of my 40yr old daughter. Carla had been through the same thing with her daughter. She was able to help me legally but also emotionally. Carla was always available for me and let me know step by step what to expect. We did run into some unexpected incidents but her staff, under her direction, was on top of each incident and I was never left hanging. There was always someone that was available to speak with. This was the first time I have ever had a legal situation to deal with. It was a very hard decision but after speaking with Carla she gave me the confidence I was acting on the best for my daughter. I took a chance because she was sincere although lots of attorneys seem that way until you start working with them. Carla never let me down. I was blessed to have her on my side as my attorney but also as mother that loves her daughter.
  • By Anonymous on Feb. 08, 2024
    Hired Attorney 2023-2024
    Recommends this Attorney
    Carla and her team did a great job. Everyone in her office is very supportive knowledgeable and friendly. Will definitely use her again if the need arises.
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Ventura, CA

5700 Ralston Street
Suite 210
Ventura, CA 93003

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Phone Number: (805) 919-8346

Fax Number: (805) 639-0500

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Website: https://carlahartleylaw.com/index.html

Hours: 8:30am-5:00pm, after-hours and weekend meetings: by appointment

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