Hildy L. Fentin
About Hildy L. Fentin
Hildy L. Fentin is a lawyer based in San Diego, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. Hildy L. Fentin is recognized in the following practice areas:
- San Diego, California
- Collaborative Law: Family Law
- Family Law
- Family Law Mediation
Current Firm: Henderson, Caverly & Pum LLP
Education: Rutgers University–Camden, J.D., graduated 1980 and University of Massachusetts Amherst, BA, graduated 1977
Location: San Diego, CA
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