Laura Wasser
Chief of Divorce Evolution
With over two decades of experience in family law, Laura Wasser is a recognized visionary in the field of divorce and separation. Based in Los Angeles, she earned her B.A. in Rhetoric at the University of California, Berkeley and her J.D. from Loyola Law School in 1994. Wikipedia
Laura’s legal practice has earned her the moniker “the Disso Queen,” having represented a wide range of high-profile clients and pioneered strategic, client-centric divorce solutions. Chambers Associate. As Chief of Divorce Evolution at Divorce.com, she now focuses on democratizing divorce—making the process more accessible, efficient and dignified through technology and education. wcmfamilylaw.com
Her book, It Doesn’t Have to Be That Way: How to Divorce Without Destroying Your Family or Bankrupting Yourself, demonstrates her commitment to supporting everyday families navigating separation. artshumanities.berkeley.edu Laura continues to shape the future of divorce law while maintaining a hands-on approach, rooted in compassion, strategy and real-world experience.
Education
Loyola Law School, Los Angeles - Doctor of Law 1994
University of California, Berkeley University of California, Berkeley, Bachelor of Arts - 1991
Publications
It Doesn’t Have to Be That Way: How to Divorce Without Destroying Your Family or Bankrupting Yourself
Awards
Year | Award / Honor | Description |
|---|---|---|
2008 | Zephyr M. Ramsey Award (Harriet Buhai Center for Family Law) | Recognized her contributions to family law. (Wikipedia) |
2011 | Women of Achievement Award (Century City Chamber of Commerce) | Awarded for achievement and leadership. (Wikipedia) |
2013 | Brady Center Advocate Award | Recognized her advocacy work. (Wikipedia) |
2016 | Angel of the Children Award (A Place Called Home) | Honored for contributions supporting children. (Wikipedia) |
2019 | Justice Award (Los Angeles Center for Law & Justice) | Acknowledged her work advancing access and civility in family law. (Wikipedia) |
Ongoing since 2007 | Super Lawyers Recognition | Named to Super Lawyers every year since 2007. (Wikipedia) |
2012-2022 | Listed among California Daily Journal’s Top 100 Lawyers & Southern California’s Top 50 Women Attorneys | Consistent recognition of her professional standing. (LA Family Law Lawyers) |
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