Legal Counsel You Can Rely On

At Seige Law, we specialize in bringing the law to your corner. The practice serves a range of matters in the areas of law that most commonly touch every family. 

We are dedicated to understanding your needs and to helping you to achieve the legal outcome you desire.

We will work with you every step of the way to make sure that you fully comprehend the choices you are making, feel empowered to make them, and confident with the direction it takes you.

Mr. Seigenfeld handles matters primarily in Santa Barbara, Ventura, Los Angeles and San Diego County involving Family, Estates and Civil Law from our offices located in Santa Barbara, Oxnard, Westlake Village and San Diego (Carlsbad).

Born on the East Coast, Mr. Seigenfeld moved to California when he was nine.  He studied at UC Davis where he double majored in Political Science, and Communications, graduating in three years. After entering the workforce, he couldn't ignore his interest in law eventually starting a night program at the Ventura College of Law. He was subsequently admitted to the California State Bar and has been in practice ever since.  He currently attends a part-time LLM (post-doc) program through the Golden Gate University in Taxation and Estate Planning.

His professional accomplishments include, but are not limited to the following: (1) successful settlement of almost one thousand cases; (2) co-founder KFT Legal Aid Clinic; (3) board member of the Ventura County Bar Association 2020-present; (4) president of the Ventura County Barristers 2020; (5) treasurer of the Ventura County Barristers 2018 & 2019; (6) board member of the Ventura County Barristers 2017-2023; (7) Selected 2023-2025 as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers representing the top 2.5% of attorneys under 40.

Personal Life

"After graduating from law school, I went backpacking through Europe. It was there, in Rome, that I met my wife.  We now live happily Southern California.  In my spare time I enjoy tennis, hiking, snowboarding, kayaking, and playing musical instruments including the bass guitar and drums."

Ms. Coleman graduated with honors from Ventura College where she obtained her Associate Degree and then received her Juris Doctorate from the Ventura College of Law. She is licensed by the State Bar of California and has made appearances in Court on behalf of hundreds of clients over the years.

For the last fourteen years, Ms. Coleman has practiced in the following areas of law: criminal defense, civil litigation, and family law. She was a part-time instructor at University of California Santa Barbara Extension Paralegal Program from 2010-2016.

Ms. Coleman sat on the Ventura County Barristers Board from to 2009-2016. Since 2010, Ms. Coleman has sat on the editorial board of the Ventura County Bar Association magazine, Citations.  As a member of the editorial board of Citations, she published several judicial profiles as well as other articles related to local legal issues. 

Ms. Coleman also sits on the board of the Ventura County Bar Association and has been a board member since 2013. She has also been a volunteer arbitrator for the Ventura County Bar Association Mandatory Fee Arbitration program from 2013-2019 arbitrating fee disputes between clients and attorneys.

Born and raised in New York, Wendy Dormer brings over 30 years of combined experience in the legal and real estate fields. She began her career as a paralegal, earning her Paralegal Certification and working extensively in family law. After years of dedication and hands-on experience, Wendy earned her law degree in 2012 and is now a licensed Family Law Attorney.

Her legal practice is rooted in the same values that guided her as a paralegal—thoroughness, empathy, and a deep understanding of the law. Wendy continues to provide exceptional support to clients navigating family law matters, offering both legal expertise and practical guidance through complex legal processes.

In addition to her legal work, Wendy spent several years working alongside her husband, Glenn Dormer, at Keller Williams World Class in Westlake Village. Together, they lead The Dormer Group, where Wendy brought her specialized knowledge in family law, estate planning, and real estate.

Wendy is committed to ensuring a smooth, successful outcome for every client she serves. 

OXNARD OFFICE:

Rachel Coleman, Esq.

Senior Litigation Attorney

Arears of Practice: representation is generally limited to Family and Civil Litigation in Santa Barbara and Ventura Superior Courts.

Wendy A. Dormer

Family Law Attorney

Area(s) of Practice: representation is generally limited to the Santa Barbara, Ventura and Los Angeles in Family Law.  Counsel assists in other Venues remotely.

Mary Lane Seigenfeld

Director of Community Relations 

(Ext. 106)

Nadia Gray, J.D.

Paralegal Supervisor

Family and Civil Litigation 

(Ext. 110)

Farida Lemus

Case Manager and Senior Legal Assistant (Ext. 111)

Yesenia Aguayo

Certified Paralegal I

Estate Planning, Trust Administraion and Probate

(Ext. 112)

SANTA BARBARA OFFICE:

H. Frederick Seigenfeld, Esq. 

Principal and Managing Attorney

LLM Taxation & Estate Planning Candidate

Area(s) of Practice: representation is generally limited to Santa Barbara, Ventura, Los Angeles and San Diego Superior Courts in Family, Probate and Civil Law.

Emma Spini

Legal Assistant

Family and Civil

(Ext. 108)

SAN DIEGO (CARLSBAD) OFFICE:

Susan J. Rosen, Esq.

Senior Family Law Attorney

Area(s) of Practice: representation is generally limited to the San Diego Superior Court in Family Law; Counsel assists in other Venues remotely.

Thomas DiFrancesco

Director of Technology Solutions

Ivan Hernandez, J.D.

Paralegal II

Estate Planning and Family Law

(Ext. 105)