Best Divorce Lawyers in California

Navigating a divorce in California presents significant emotional, financial, and legal challenges that can overwhelm individuals during an already difficult time. Couples facing the dissolution of their marriage often experience tremendous stress as they confront complex decisions regarding property division, child custody arrangements, child support obligations, and alimony considerations. The financial consequences can be substantial, with assets accumulated over years of marriage requiring careful evaluation and equitable distribution. When children are involved, the stakes become even higher as parents work to establish custody agreements that serve their children's best interests while protecting their own parental rights. California couples often need legal guidance to protect their rights during divorce proceedings, whether the separation is amicable or highly contested.

The best divorce lawyers in California provide comprehensive legal support through every stage of the dissolution process, from filing initial paperwork to negotiating settlements or representing clients in court. Experienced California divorce lawyers thoroughly investigate financial records, identify all marital assets and debts, and work diligently to ensure fair property division under California's community property laws. They skillfully handle negotiations with opposing counsel, advocate for appropriate custody arrangements, and pursue favorable outcomes for child support and spousal support matters. These legal professionals understand the nuances of both contested and uncontested divorce proceedings, tailoring their approach to each client's unique circumstances. Individuals seeking knowledgeable representation are encouraged to connect with an experienced divorce attorney who can provide the guidance and advocacy needed during this challenging transition.

Divorce Law Attorneys in California

Puja Sachdev
Puja Sachdev Verified Attorney
Divorce Law Child Custody Child Support Property Division Sex Crime Domestic Violence Alimony Property Dispute Visitation Rights Fathers’ Rights Mothers’ Rights Grandparents’ Rights Adoption Guardianship Paternity +14 more
San Diego, California Accepting Clients

Review Puja Sachdev's San Diego, CA profile for family cases and matters involving custody, support, parenting, and marital issues.

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Hossein Farzam Berenji
Hossein Farzam Berenji Verified Attorney
Divorce Law Child Custody Child Support Property Division Sex Crime Domestic Violence Alimony Property Dispute Visitation Rights Fathers’ Rights Mothers’ Rights Grandparents’ Rights Adoption Guardianship Paternity +14 more
Beverly Hills, California Accepting Clients

Hossein Farzam Berenji's practice in Beverly Hills, CA centers on family law concerns, including divorce, custody, support, and related disputes.

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Jennifer A. Mello
Jennifer A. Mello Verified Attorney
Divorce Law Adoption Alimony Child Custody Child Support Domestic Violence Fathers’ Rights Grandparents’ Rights Guardianship Mothers’ Rights Paternity Property Dispute Property Division Visitation Rights +13 more
San Jose, California 26+ yrs Accepting Clients

Owner and Managing Partner of Mello & Pickering, LLP, a Certified Family Law Specialist practicing exclusively in family law in San Jose since 2000.

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Joseph L. Urbanski
Joseph L. Urbanski Verified Attorney
Lawyer at JKZ LLP
Divorce Law Adoption Alimony Child Custody Child Support Domestic Violence Fathers’ Rights Grandparents’ Rights Guardianship Mothers’ Rights Paternity Property Dispute Property Division Visitation Rights +13 more
San Francisco, California 20+ yrs Accepting Clients

Joseph L. Urbanski is a family law attorney with JKZ LLP in San Francisco, California.

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Stephen V. Smith
Stephen V. Smith Verified Attorney
Lawyer at Smith Family Law
Divorce Law Adoption Alimony Child Custody Child Support Domestic Violence Fathers’ Rights Grandparents’ Rights Guardianship Mothers’ Rights Paternity Property Dispute Property Division Visitation Rights +13 more
San Diego, California 21+ yrs Accepting Clients

Stephen V. Smith is a family law attorney with Smith Family Law in San Diego, California.

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Sandra lopez
Sandra lopez Verified Attorney
Divorce Law Adoption Alimony Child Custody Child Support Domestic Violence Fathers’ Rights Grandparents’ Rights Guardianship Mothers’ Rights Paternity Property Dispute Property Division Visitation Rights +13 more
Salinas, California 20+ yrs Accepting Clients

Family law attorney in Salinas, CA with over 20 years of experience handling divorce and custody matters.

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Kyle R. Puro, Esq
Kyle R. Puro, Esq Verified Attorney
Divorce Law Adoption Alimony Child Custody Child Support Domestic Violence Fathers’ Rights Grandparents’ Rights Guardianship Mothers’ Rights Paternity Property Dispute Property Division Visitation Rights +13 more
Long Beach, California 18+ yrs Accepting Clients

Long Beach family law attorney with over a dozen years of experience handling divorce, custody, and dependency cases.

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Ariel Carter
Ariel Carter Verified Attorney
Divorce Law Adoption Alimony Child Custody Child Support Domestic Violence Fathers’ Rights Grandparents’ Rights Guardianship Mothers’ Rights Paternity Property Dispute Property Division Visitation Rights +13 more
Rancho Cucamonga, California 14+ yrs Accepting Clients

Family law attorney at Family Law Advocacy Group serving Rancho Cucamonga, California clients.

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Douglas Borthwick
Douglas Borthwick Verified Attorney
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Rancho Cucamonga, California 35+ yrs Accepting Clients

Douglas Borthwick is a criminal defense attorney serving clients in Rancho Cucamonga, California.

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Michael H. Nathans
Michael H. Nathans Verified Attorney
Divorce Law Adoption Alimony Child Custody Child Support Domestic Violence Fathers’ Rights Grandparents’ Rights Guardianship Mothers’ Rights Paternity Property Dispute Property Division Visitation Rights +13 more
Los Angeles, California 25+ yrs Accepting Clients

Michael H. Nathans is a top-rated Los Angeles family law attorney and mediator with over 25 years of experience.

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Harvey I. Levin
Harvey I. Levin Verified Attorney
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Encino, California 43+ yrs Accepting Clients

Harvey I. Levin is a Family Law attorney in Encino, California, helping individuals and families navigate complex family law matters.

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Dena A. Kleeman
Dena A. Kleeman Verified Attorney
Divorce Law Adoption Alimony Child Custody Child Support Domestic Violence Fathers’ Rights Grandparents’ Rights Guardianship Mothers’ Rights Paternity Property Dispute Property Division Visitation Rights +13 more
Beverly Hills, California 43+ yrs Accepting Clients

Beverly Hills family law attorney and California Certified Family Law Specialist handling complex divorce and custody matters.

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Christina Cardenas-Gonzalez
Christina Cardenas-Gonzalez Verified Attorney
Divorce Law Adoption Alimony Child Custody Child Support Domestic Violence Fathers’ Rights Grandparents’ Rights Guardianship Mothers’ Rights Paternity Property Dispute Property Division Visitation Rights +13 more
Fresno, California 9+ yrs Accepting Clients

Christina Cardenas-Gonzalez is a Family Law attorney at Tomassian, Pimentel and Shapazian in Fresno, California.

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Shahnaz Hussain
Shahnaz Hussain Verified Attorney
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Anaheim, California 37+ yrs Accepting Clients

Family Law attorney serving clients in Anaheim, California.

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Christian L. Schank
Christian L. Schank Verified Attorney
Divorce Law Child Custody Child Support Domestic Violence Property Division Alimony Property Dispute Visitation Rights Fathers’ Rights Mothers’ Rights Grandparents’ Rights Adoption Guardianship Paternity +13 more
San Jose, California 23+ yrs Accepting Clients

Christian L. Schank handles matters in San Francisco, CA involving family cases, including custody, support, parenting, and marital issues.

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Haitham Amin
Haitham Amin Verified Attorney
Lawyer at Amin Law
Divorce Law Child Custody Child Support Property Division Domestic Violence Alimony Property Dispute Visitation Rights Fathers’ Rights Mothers’ Rights Grandparents’ Rights Adoption Guardianship Paternity +13 more
San Francisco, California Accepting Clients

Haitham Amin's San Francisco, CA practice covers family legal matters, with emphasis on custody, parenting, support, and divorce issues.

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R. Christian Scott
R. Christian Scott Verified Attorney
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Salinas, California Accepting Clients

The Salinas, CA profile for R. Christian Scott highlights family law matters, including custody, support, divorce, and family disputes.

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Taylor B. Warner
Taylor B. Warner Verified Attorney
Divorce Law Child Custody Child Support Property Division Domestic Violence Alimony Property Dispute Visitation Rights Fathers’ Rights Mothers’ Rights Grandparents’ Rights Adoption Guardianship Paternity +13 more
Rancho Cucamonga, California Accepting Clients

Taylor B. Warner's work in Rancho Cucamonga, CA is centered on family legal matters, with attention to custody, parenting, support, and divorce issues.

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Nicole Duncan
Nicole Duncan Verified Attorney
Divorce Law Child Custody Child Support Property Division Domestic Violence Alimony Property Dispute Visitation Rights Fathers’ Rights Mothers’ Rights Grandparents’ Rights Adoption Guardianship Paternity +13 more
Los Angeles, California Accepting Clients

Nicole Duncan works on family legal matters in Los Angeles, CA, addressing custody, parenting, support, and divorce issues.

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Rozanna M. Velen
Rozanna M. Velen Verified Attorney
Divorce Law Child Custody Child Support Property Division Sex Crime Domestic Violence Alimony Property Dispute Visitation Rights Fathers’ Rights Mothers’ Rights Grandparents’ Rights Adoption Guardianship Paternity +14 more
Encino, California Accepting Clients

The Encino, CA profile for Rozanna M. Velen highlights family legal matters, including custody, parenting, support, and divorce issues.

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Michael Efron
Michael Efron Verified Attorney
Divorce Law Business Law Child Custody Child Support Domestic Violence Property Division Alimony Property Dispute Visitation Rights Fathers’ Rights Mothers’ Rights Grandparents’ Rights Adoption Guardianship Paternity +14 more
Anaheim, California Accepting Clients

Review Michael Efron's profile in Anaheim, CA, with a practice centered on family law matters and marital, parenting, custody, and support concerns.

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Arasto Farsad
Arasto Farsad Verified Attorney
Divorce Law Child Custody Child Support Domestic Violence Property Division Alimony Property Dispute Visitation Rights Fathers’ Rights Mothers’ Rights Grandparents’ Rights Adoption Guardianship Paternity +13 more
San Jose, California Accepting Clients

Arasto Farsad maintains a San Jose, CA practice focused on family law concerns, including divorce, custody, support, and related disputes.

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