Dianne Drew Butler
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Divorce/Family Law: Divorce, legal separation, child custody and visitation, child support, spousal support, property division for small, medium and large assets cases, domestic violence and domestic violence restraining orders, modification of current orders, litigation and trial services Lawyers in Stockton, CA in Stockton, CA
About Dianne Drew Butler
Attorney Dianne Drew Butler knows the ins and outs of laws that affect you and your family. She received her Bachelor of Science in business administration from the University of the Pacific in 1979. In 1986, Butler obtained her Juris Doctor from Humphrey's School of Law and was admitted to the California State Bar. With 30 years of experience, Dianne Drew Butler's record of successful divorce resolutions speaks to the dedication and effort that she exudes on every case. She focuses her practice in divorce, mediation and litigation trial services, which includes property division, child custody, child and spousal support, restraining orders, paternity and guardianship matters. An experienced family law professional makes a difference. Dianne Drew Butler is an attorney who is familiar with the outcome of various situations surrounding divorce, child custody and support, and property division, and she possesses the knowledge and skill necessary to guide you through tough decisions. Awards and Honors Super Lawyers® Selectees Dianne Drew Butler included in a Super Lawyers® list Other Sources of Feedback About Dianne Drew Butler Included on the 2026Northern California Super Lawyers list Past Lists 2025 Northern California Super Lawyers list 2024 Northern California Super Lawyers list 2023 Northern California Super Lawyers list 2022 Northern California Super Lawyers list 2021 Northern California Super Lawyers list
Education
Legal Education
- Humphreys College, Stockton, California, 1986
- J.D.
Non Legal Education
- The University of the Pacific, 1979
- B.S.
- Major: Business Administration
Current Employment Position(s)
- C.F.L.S., Founder
Past Positions
- San Joaquin County Superior Court-Municipal Division, Judge Pro Tem
- San Joaquin County Superior Court, Arbitrator
Pro Bono Activities
- Intensive Mediation Training, 2010
- Collaborative Training. 2008
- Member, Board of Directors, Mary Graham Children's Foundation
- Founder/Owner, Dianne Drew Butler & Associates
- Co-Chair of the Mary Grant Children’s Foundation Event, 2014
- Chairperson for the San Joaquin Family Law MCLE Programs, 2014
Bar Admissions
- California, 1986
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of California, 1986
- Specialties and Certifications
- The State Board of California
- Certified as a Family Law Specialist by the State Board of California Board of Legal Specialization, 2010
Other Affiliations
- State Bar Association-Family Law Section (Member)
- Association of Certified Family Law Specialist (Member)
- San Joaquin County Bar Association-Family Law Section (Member)
- San Joaquin County Bar Association-Family Law Section (Past Chair, Board of Directors, 1995)
- San Joaquin County Bar Association (Past Member, Board of Governors)
- San Joaquin County Bar Association (Secretary)
- San Joaquin County Bar Association-Women's Lawyer Section (Member)
- San Joaquin County Collaborative Practice Group (Member)
- San Joaquin County Bar Association-Lawyer Referral (Past Chair, Board of Directors)
- Mary Graham Children’s Event, 2014 (Co-Chairman)
- Mary Graham Children’s Event, 2016 (Chairman)
Attorney Details
| Full Name | Dianne Drew Butler |
| Firm | Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. |
| Address | 3031 West March Lane, Suite 224, Stockton, CA 95219 |
| Phone | 209-693-6921 |
| Website | www.btmlaw.com |
| New Clients | ✓ Currently accepting |
| Consultation | ✓ Free initial consultation |