Susan H. Witting

Susan H. Witting is a Thousand Oaks family law attorney who has practiced in Ventura County since 1983. She focuses on all aspects of family law and is a Certified Family Law Specialist by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. Ms. Witting represents clients in divorce, child custody, visitation, child support, spousal support, domestic violence, and related family matters. Her practice helps clients address difficult personal and financial issues with careful guidance.

Ms. Witting earned her J.D. from Pepperdine University School of Law in Malibu, California. She also attended the University of Colorado, where she studied political science. Her legal education and long-standing California practice provide a strong foundation for evaluating family law disputes, explaining legal rights, and helping clients understand practical options. This background supports her work in matters that require legal analysis, negotiation, and sound judgment.

Ms. Witting has extensive experience helping clients resolve divorce and family law matters through litigation, mediation, negotiation, and collaborative approaches. Her practice includes community property issues, marital agreements, paternity, restraining orders, post-divorce modifications, military divorce, grandparent visitation, and interstate custody or support matters. She works with clients to develop a case management plan that addresses their concerns, goals, and the most effective path toward resolution.

Susan H. Witting has served as president of the Family Law Section of the Ventura County Bar Association and has been active in professional, civic, and service organizations. She has taught, lectured, and organized family law forums to help people understand their legal rights. Ms. Witting is valued for combining legal experience, community knowledge, and a practical approach to helping families move through sensitive disputes with clarity and care.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Law Offices of Susan H. Witting
• Board of Directors, Ventura County Bar Association (1998-2000)
• Member, Ventura County Bar Association, Family Law Section
• Board Member, Ventura County Bar Association (1996-2000)
• President, Ventura County Bar Association (1997-1998)
• Member, American Bar Association, Family Law Section
• Member, The State Bar of California, Family Law Section
• Member, American Association of University Women (1980-2002)
• Commissioner, Ventura County Commission for Women (1987-1990)
• Commissioner, City of Thousand Oaks Planning Commission (1990-1991)
• President, American Association of University Women, Thousand Oaks Branch (2001-2002)

Licensed State

• California

Education

• Pepperdine University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Colorado
  B.A. in  Political Science

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