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Charrisse N. Smith is a seasoned attorney based in Riverside, CA, with over a decade of experience in navigating the intricacies of Family Law. As a vital member of Envision Family Law, LLP, she excels in areas such as adoption and personal injury, bringing a wealth of knowledge and a client-focused approach to her practice. Renowned for her professionalism and commitment to advocacy, Charrisse is recognized for her exceptional negotiation and mediation skills, ensuring that her clients receive the best possible outcomes. Charrisse approaches every case with the utmost care and diligence, treating each client's situation as if it were her own. Her expertise encompasses both complex and uncontested matters, including divorce, spousal support, child custody, child support, property division, and domestic violence. By providing compassionate guidance, she helps individuals navigate some of life's most challenging moments, reshaping the perception of legal professionals along the way. A proud Southern California native, Charrisse earned her undergraduate degrees in Sociology and Black Studies from the University of California, Santa Barbara. Her commitment to community service was further exemplified through her year with the AmeriCorps VISTA program, where she mentored high school students, aiding their academic and social development as they prepared for the future. Charrisse went on to earn her law degree from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Lansing, Michigan, consistently achieving Dean's List honors. Her leadership roles in both the Student Bar Association and the Black Law Students Association, including being the first student from her law school to serve on the Executive Board for the Midwestern Region, highlight her dedication to the legal community. When not advocating for her clients, Charrisse enjoys spending quality time at the beach, shopping, and exploring the world with her husband, Mark. Her commitment to mentorship extends beyond her practice, as she actively advises young attorneys and aspiring legal professionals, fostering the next generation of legal talent in Riverside and beyond.
Adoption attorneys guide families through the legal process of adopting a child. They handle all legal requirements to create new family bonds. Common matters include domestic adoption, international adoption, stepparent adoption, foster care adoption.