About Our Firm
Dedicated to protecting families across Sacramento and the surrounding communities for over 16 years.

Experience
Managing Attorney
Michael DeDecker
Michael DeDecker is an attorney with over 16 years of legal experience helping clients in Sacramento. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Biology from the University of Utah, where he developed a strong foundation in analytical thinking. Michael then earned his Juris Doctor from University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, with a specialization in Intellectual Property law.
During law school, Michael served as an intern at the Sacramento County Public Defender’s Office. This experience exposed him to a wide variety of legal issues and gave him invaluable courtroom experience representing juveniles.
After passing the bar, Michael began his career as a defense attorney, advocating for both minors and their parents in dependency court cases. For over a decade, he worked as a court-appointed attorney, handling family law and juvenile matters. He prided himself on providing zealous representation to clients from all walks of life.
Michael also led the dependency drug court program, helping parents battling substance abuse issues regain custody of their children. With extensive experience trying cases in Sacramento courts, Michael understands what evidence and arguments carry the most weight.
For the past seven years, he has focused his solo practice on family law, while continuing to assist families through all stages of the legal process. When not in the office, Michael enjoys spending time with his four young children. He is committed to serving the Sacramento community and ensuring fairness and justice for every client.

Our Team
The people behind your case
Our dedicated team brings decades of combined legal experience to support you and your family through every stage of the process.

Michael DeDecker
Managing Attorney
JD, McGeorge School of Law. Over 16 years of courtroom experience in Sacramento family law. Avvo 10.0 rated with multiple Clients’ Choice Awards.
Staff@LawOfficeofDeDecker.com
DeVera Brown
Senior Paralegal
Over 15 years of comprehensive experience in the legal field. Associates degrees from Folsom Lake College in Criminal Justice and in Social and Behavioral Sciences. Concentrates in criminal law, family law, and estate planning — proficient in legal research, document preparation, case management, and client communication.
DeVera@LawOfficeofDeDecker.com
Branton Brown
Paralegal
Two Associates degrees from Sierra College in Criminal Justice and Psychology, and a Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice from Sacramento State. Currently a law student at McGeorge School of Law, where Michael DeDecker earned his JD. Focuses on family law — strong in legal research, client rapport, and document management.
Branton@LawOfficeofDeDecker.com
Matthew Vitullo
Paralegal
B.S. in Computer Science from Sonoma State University, where he served as a student instructor. Currently a law student at McGeorge School of Law. Brings an analytical, detail-oriented approach to legal research, document preparation, and case support.

Mary Wursten
Legal Assistant
AA in Accounting from Sierra College. A Certified Bookkeeper, and a process server with over 8 years of experience.
Join Our Team
Now Hiring
We are seeking legal assistants and paralegals to join our Folsom office. Send your resume and a brief introduction to the email below.
Staff@LawOfficeofDeDecker.com