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Kramer & Zitser LLPFounding & Managing Partner
Diana P. Zitser, CFLS
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Diana P. Zitser, CFLS

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50 reviews

1901 Avenue of the Stars, Suite 1100, Los Angeles, CA 90067

Family Law, Divorce, Separation and 9 more

About Diana P. Zitser, CFLS

Strategic Advocacy in High-Asset Divorce & Family Law

Diana P. Zitser is a Certified Family Law Specialist (CFLS) with over 25 years of experience, providing premier legal representation for high-net-worth individuals, business leaders, and public figures navigating complex divorces and family law matters.

As the founding partner of Kramer & Zitser LLP, she is known for her precision, discretion, and results-driven approach. Whether securing favorable settlements through high-level negotiations or executing a decisive litigation strategy when necessary, Ms. Zitser ensures her clients’ financial interests, parental rights, and long-term goals remain the priority.

Her approach is strategic and pragmatic:

• Prioritize Settlement – A well-structured negotiation strategy often leads to faster, more cost-effective resolutions.

• Litigate When Necessary – When settlement isn’t possible, she and her team implement a commanding, results-focused litigation strategy with strength and precision.

• Stay Focused on the Big Picture – She ensures clients make rational, forward-thinking decisions, not ones driven by short-term emotions.

This pragmatic and results-oriented approach is why clients with significant assets, complex portfolios, and high-profile reputations trust her to protect what matters most.

Certified Family Law Specialist: Expertise That Matters

As a State Bar of California Certified Family Law Specialist (CFLS), Ms. Zitser holds a top-tier designation reserved for attorneys with exceptional expertise, legal acumen, and ethical standards in family law. This certification ensures clients receive the highest legal representation in cases involving substantial wealth, intricate financial structures, and high-conflict custody disputes.

Financial & Legal Expertise in High-Stakes Divorce

With a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Finance and a background as a Certified General Real Estate Appraiser, Ms. Zitser provides a distinct financial advantage in cases involving:

• Business & Forensic Accounting Valuations

• Real Estate Holdings, Trusts & Investment Portfolios

• Stock Options, Offshore Accounts & International Assets

• Royalties, Licensing Deals & Intellectual Property Rights (Film, TV, music, publishing, patents, trademarks, copyrights)

• Private Equity, Startups & Cryptocurrency Holdings

• Privacy & High-Profile Divorce Considerations

Combining in-depth financial knowledge with strategic legal advocacy ensures that her clients achieve fair, financially sound divorce settlements that align with their long-term objectives.

Nationally Recognized for Excellence in Family Law

Ms. Zitser has earned some of the most prestigious legal accolades, a testament to her legal acumen, professionalism, and success:

• Certified Family Law Specialist, State Bar of California – Recognized for the highest level of expertise in family law

• Super Lawyers Honoree (2015–2026) – Top 5% of attorneys nationwide

• Super Lawyers Top 100 Attorneys in Southern California (2019, 2023–2025) – Highest point earners in the selection process

• Super Lawyers Top 50 Women Lawyers in Southern California (2017–2025) – Recognized for exceptional performance and peer recognition

• Named One of the Top 25 Family Law Attorneys, Daily Journal (2025)

• Featured Attorney, LA Times - Consumer Attorneys of Southern California Magazine (2024)

• AV Preeminent® Rating, Martindale-Hubbell – Highest possible rating for legal ability and ethical standards

• Perfect 10 Rating, AVVO – Awarded for peer recognition and client satisfaction

• Recognized as One of Los Angeles’s Best Family Lawyers, Expertise.com (2016–2026)

• Recommended in Doyle’s Guide - Leading Family, Matrimonial & Divorce Lawyers - Los Angeles (2026)

• Featured in Forbes, One of the West’s Ten Most Dependable Family Law Attorneys

• Corporate LiveWire - Global Award for Excellence, 2016

• Avvo - Clients’ Choice Award

Tailored Legal Solutions for Complex Family Law Matters

Ms. Zitser and her team at Kramer & Zitser, LLP provide customized legal strategies for high-net-worth individuals facing:

• High-Asset Divorce & Property Division – Navigating business valuations, real estate holdings, stock portfolios, and international assets.

• Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements – Drafting, reviewing, and enforcing agreements to safeguard financial interests.

• Child Custody & Move-Away Cases – Resolving high-conflict parental disputes, relocation matters, and custody modifications.

• Spousal Support and Support Modifications: Ensuring fair support determinations and handling modifications due to income changes or life circumstances.

• Legal Separation – Providing strategic counsel for individuals seeking to separate while maintaining legal and financial protections.

• Modification & Enforcement of Court Orders – Adjusting or enforcing existing divorce, custody, and support agreements.

• Restraining Orders & Domestic Violence Matters – Advocating for clients in high-conflict situations where legal protections are necessary.

A Respected Leader in Family Law & Financial Litigation

Beyond her legal practice, Ms. Zitser is recognized for her leadership in family law education and financial litigation strategy, serving as:

• Board Member, ACFLS Charitable Foundation (Advancing family law policy & supporting families in need)

• Advisory Board Member, American Academy for Certified Financial Litigators (AACFL) (Bridging financial expertise & legal advocacy)

• Member, Los Angeles County Bar Association (Family Law Section)

• Member, Beverly Hills Bar Association (Family Law Section)

• Member, San Fernando Valley Bar Association (Family Law Section)

 

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Avvo Client's Choice
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Avvo Client Choice

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Champion Badge Silver

At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.

Diana P. Zitser, CFLS got this award in 2021

Champion Badge Gold

At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

Champion Badge Platinum

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Diana P. Zitser, CFLS got this award in 2021

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Diana P. Zitser, CFLS got this award in 2021

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Divorce
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April 01, 2022
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It was a pleasure working with Diana Zitser, She is very professional and very caring. She really cares about her client and genuinely wants the best and goes out of her way to please and succeed.

Divorce
Posted by anonymous
August 06, 2020
Hired Attorney

Diana Zitser took over my divorce case three years after it started. Issues which seemed standard and straightforward all turned out to be highly disputed and complex, complicated further by a non-cooperative, litigious opposing party and my own diagnosis of a chronic disease. Property division included multiple businesses which introduced a whole host of related issues of partnership, valuation, compensation, income tracing, reimbursement, accounting and taxation. Noncompliance with court orders created issues of enforcement, collection, and payment of attorney fees. Diana was every bit the dedicated professional and fierce advocate, but also the compassionate and patient collaborator. She mastered the facts and issues and expertly handled the many court hearings, depositions, trial, arbitration, and negotiations. Being an outstanding writer, Diana impressed me with her wit, her ability to simplify and clearly communicate technical issues and to craft successful arguments.

 
Spousal Support
Posted by anonymous
April 29, 2020
Hired Attorney

I highly recommend Diana Zitser for any family law matters. She is very thorough, knowledgable and experienced. She always kept me informed of the stage of the process and offered possible options. She did what one expects a good lawyer to do; she fought for my best interests. She achieved a much better outcome than I had expected. All through the process, she was compassionate and understanding. I trust her and her firm .

 
Child Support
Posted by anonymous
November 14, 2019
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Diana is strong, kind, personable, patient and always there when I needed her, all which are very important to me. Diana helped me with my case explaining patiently till I fully understood down to the details and when the time came she stayed strong and does not back away when things got tuff. I wasn’t just a client she really cares, I felt like she treated me as if I was a family member. I fell so lucky I found Diana, I highly recommend her! Carolyn N.

 
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Areas of Law

  • Family Law 2
    • Divorce
    • Spousal Support
  • Other 9
    • Separation
    • Child Support, Custody and Move-Away Cases
    • Later-In-Life Divorce
    • High Net Worth and Entertainment Industry Divorces
    • Complex Assets and Property Division
    • Paternity Actions
    • Prenuptial/Postnuptial Agreements
    • Annulments (Invalid Marriages)
    • Adoption

Practice Details

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1997, California
    1997, U.S. District Court, Central District of California
    1997, U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Southwestern University School of Law
    Class of 1997
    J.D.
    Other Education
    California State University, Northridge
    Class of 1990
    B.S.
    Finance/Real Estate
    Legal Certifications
    Certified Specialist, Family Law, The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization

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Founding & Managing Partner at Kramer & Zitser LLP
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1901 Avenue of the Stars, Suite 1100Los Angeles, CA 90067U.S.A.

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    Diana P. Zitser, CFLS was admitted in 1997 to the State of California.
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    Diana P. Zitser, CFLS is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit and United States District Court for the Central District of California.
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    Diana P. Zitser, CFLS speaks Russian.
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    Yes, Diana P. Zitser, CFLS has a 5.0 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Diana P. Zitser, CFLS attended Southwestern University School of Law.

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