Louise Bayles-Fightmaster has lived in Sonoma County for more than 30 years, and along with her husband Gerry, has raised her family here.

She received a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Vermont in 1968, and a Juris Doctorate from Lincoln Law School in 1978. In 1984, she opened her family law practice in Santa Rosa, and in 1996, she became a Family Law Specialist.

Louise joined the Sonoma County Superior Court in 1997, when she was named the County's first Family Law Facilitator. She was appointed to the bench in 2004.

Louise strives for excellence in all she does. She holds herself to the highest standards, and possesses an outstanding legal intellect. Her ability to stay focused not only on your case, and the legal issues that come along with it, but also the often tenuous human elements is what has allows Louise and her clients to find positive resolutions. 

Her goal for you, and all her clients, is achieving efficient and positive results.

Cover photo provided by Jared Chambers
Head shot photo provided by Owen Scott Shirwo