Top Family Lawyers in Irvine | 59 available

Firm: Reel Fathers Rights

18881 Von Karman Ave , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation

Donald B. Serafano is a Senior Trial Attorney at Reel Fathers Rights, focusing exclusively on Family Law matters. His practice includes dissolution, paternity, spousal and child support, property division, child custody and visitation. Additionally, he handles domestic violence cases and contempt of court matters.With nearly 30 years of legal experience in Southern California, Mr. Serafano has represented a wide range of clients, from high-net-worth individuals to small business owners. He is dedicated to helping clients define and attain their goals through resolution or trial while remaining sensitive to their needs during this challenging time.Mr. Serafano earned his law degree from the University of California, Davis School of Law. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts from Claremont McKenna College, where he double-majored in History and P.P.E. (Political Science, Philosophy, and Economics). Raised in Long Beach, CA, he has spent his career serving individuals and families throughout Southern California.. Beyond his legal practice, Mr. Serafano is an active member of his community. He serves as an AYSO Referee to support his daughter’s soccer team, ensuring they have the necessary points to qualify for playoffs.

Firm: Michel & Rhyne

19700 Fairchild Ste 200 , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Rager and Noiroux, LLP

2 Venture   380 , Irvine , California 92618

Practice Areas: Estate Planning,Family ,Immigration & Naturalization ,Labor ,Probate ,Products Liability

Firm: Diefer Law Group, P.C.

2030 Main Street , Irvine , California 92614

Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Divorce, Family , Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor

I have a passion for employee rights.  I believe in the ethical practice of law, and focus on obtaining the best results possible for my clients in the shortest amount of time, realizing the stresses and emotional toll of litigation.  At the same token, I believe that some cases have to be tried, and am not afraid of taking such cases all the way to trial.   I pride myself in providing superb legal representation and being accessible to my clients at all times in order to ensure they are fully informed about the progress of their cases.  I have recovered millions of dollars for my clients, while at the same time giving them a sense of justice over unfair circumstances.. In my spare time, I enjoy boating, soccer, and above all, spending time with my wife and son.

Firm: Garelick Family Law, PC

3161 Michelson Drive , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Family

Marc H. Garelick is the founder and managing partner at Garelick Family Law, PC, a matrimonial law firm located in Irvine, Calif. He is an expert in matters pertaining to high conflict and contentious divorce, custody, child and spousal support, paternity and domestic violence proceedings in family law matters. Mr. Garelick brings 17 years of experience in family law to serving the needs of his clients. He works with high asset/high income individuals in complex, sophisticated and contested family law litigations matters.. Mr. Garelick is an active member of the California State Bar Association and the Family Law Section, as well as the Orange County Bar Association and Orange County Jewish Bar Association. He is also an active participant in the Jewish Community, working with several boards over the hearings including The Jewish Federation and Family Services, JNF, Hillel of Orange County and Solomon Society. He also sits on the board for the Gaucher Community Alliance. His charitable activities also include starting a Voluntary Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program to help low-income individuals with tax preparation in Law School.. After receiving his Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Classical Civilizations from the University of California, Irvine, Mr. Garelick received his J.D. from Southwestern Law School in Los Angeles, while working full-time at a wills and trusts firm in Studio City, Calif.

Firm: Rashtian Law Group

15615 Alton Parkway Suite 450 , Irvine , California 92618

Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Family, Immigration

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Firm: Leea K. Summerville, Esq., CFLS

15333 Culver Drive, #360-163 , Irvine , California 92604

Practice Areas: Family , Family, Family

I am a Certified Family Law Specialist and DRPA Certified Mediator. My practice, which is devoted solely to family law, focuses on mediation and other cooperative methods to satisfactorily resolve what can be difficult or painful issues in an amicable manner. My goal is to help my clients reach accord while avoiding the adversarial process as much as possible.

Firm: Madison Law APC

17702 Mitchell N , Irvine , California 92614

Practice Areas: Family

Laura Hassan has been with Madison Law, APC since 2016, first as a law clerk and now as a senior associate attorney. At Madison Law, APC she has learned by example the importance of tenacity, compassion, and commitment in advocating for our clients. Ms. Hassan’s practice focuses on business litigation and family law.. Ms. Hassan completed her undergraduate studies at California State University, San Bernardino, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies and Spanish Studies. Ms. Hassan received her legal education from Whittier Law School, where she was a member of the Trial Advocacy Honors Board and served as Vice President of the Hispanic American Law Student Association. Ms. Hassan earned her Juris Doctor in 2016.. Ms. Hassan has participated in various litigations since 2017. She has also dedicated her time to pro bono programs, assisted with immigrant and refugee children, and worked to combat slum housing. Ms. Hassan is a member of the Orange County Bar Association, Orange County Hispanic Bar Association, California Lawyers Association, and the Orange County Women’s Lawyers Association.. Ms. Hassan was elected to be on the board of directors for the Orange County Hispanic Bar Association where she will be serving a two year term from 2021 - 2023.. Ms. Hassan is admitted to practice before the California Supreme Court and the United States District Court for the Central District of California.. Ms. Hassan is fluent in Spanish.

Firm: Writer Law Group, PC

7700 Irvine Center Drive , Irvine , California 92618

Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Civil , Divorce, Family , Guardianship and Conservatorship, Mediation, Paternity, Prenuptial Agreement, Spousal Support, Family

Recognized for her candor, compassion, and experience in family law, Ms. Writer has developed a successful family law practice built on her impeccable reputation and personal dedication to each client’s needs.. She chooses to focus her practice exclusively on the challenging area of family law, since this is one area of the law which lends itself well to creating and maintaining a close bond with each client. Since her firm handles a relatively small case load, you can be assured that you will receive personal service and direct communication from Ms. Writer in all aspects of your case. As a graduate of the Orange County Trial Lawyers Association, College of Trial Advocacy (2004) and a graduate of the prestigious Houston Family Law Trial Institute (2010), Ms. Writer is a skilled and experienced courtroom litigator and will present your case to the court in an articulate, passionate and credible manner. For clients who prefer mediation, Ms. Writer will work with both parties and gently guide them to an equitable resolution of all issues.. You will be in good hands with Ms. Writer and her team. In 2014, Ms. Writer was recognized by OC Metro Magazine as one of the top family law attorneys in Orange County. The same year her firm earned the highest rating (10.0) from the lawyer rating agency AVVO in the area of family law.. Ms. Writer has met the requirements and qualifications to be appointed Minor’s Counsel and is on the approved Minor’s Counsel list in Los Angeles County. In her role as Minor’s Counsel, Ms. Writer is the “voice of the child” in highly contested custody matters. Her education as Minor’s Counsel allows her to better serve the needs of her clients in all cases involving children.. A familiar face in the legal community, Ms. Writer currently serves on the Bridging The Gap and Education committees of the Orange County Bar Association. She is a lively speaker and has lectured on family law issues for numerous organizations, including the Orange County Bar Association, California State University, Long Beach, Lorman Seminars, and the Rancho Margarita Police Department.. Ms. Writer earned her undergraduate degree from the University of California, Irvine, and her law degree from Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego. She was sworn into the State Bar of California in 1998, and into the US District Court, Central District of California in 1999.. We offer a free consultation to discuss your situation and how we can help, so please contact us today.

Firm: Law Office of Jessica R. Lesowitz

7545 Irvine Center Dr. , Irvine , California 92618

Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Divorce, Family , Prenuptial Agreement, Spousal Support, Family

Attorney Jessica Lesowitz is an experienced family law attorney, handling thousands of cases over the course of career, and has appeared in numerous courts throughout the state.. Ms. Lesowitz is a high honors graduate of the University of California at Berkeley, where she received her Bachelor of Arts in 1998.  Ms. Lesowitz is also a graduate of Pepperdine University School of Law, where she twice made Dean’s List and earned her Juris Doctorate in 2001.  While a student at Pepperdine, Ms. Lesowitz had the honor of receiving a federal judicial clerkship with the Executive Office of Immigration Review, an internship with the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office, as well as a position with the preeminent family law firm Trope & Trope.  Ms. Lesowitz also received several awards, including the Witkin Award for Excellence in Family Law (2001) and the American Jurisprudence Award in Family Law (2001).. Community involvement is the foundation upon which Ms. Lesowitz has built her legal career.  Ms. Lesowitz has performed Pro Bono work through the non-profit group The Harriet Buhai Center for Family Law, and has participated in events such as National Law Day and Roxbury Park’s Ask a Lawyer Day.  Ms. Lesowitz also spoke at Pepperdine University’s Center for Entrepreneurship’s about Prenuptial Agreements, and was an active member of the Beverly Hills Bar Association from 2001-2007, where she served for two years as Barrister’s Secretary.. Ms. Lesowitz has been practicing exclusively in the area of family law since 2001, providing her with substantial experience and knowledgability within the field. After working at such esteemed firms as Trope & Trope, The Wiesner Law Corporation, Hughes & Hughes and the Law Offices of Christian Schank & Associates, in 2014, Ms. Lesowitz became a solo pracititioner and has had the opportunity to work on hundreds of cases since going out on her own.. In addition to her active family law practice, in 2016 Ms. Lesowitz has parlayed her knowledge of the field and most recently served as an Adjunct Professor at Whittier Law School, where she was a Community Property professor to 45 second and third year law students.

Firm: Stegmeier, Gelbart, Schwartz & Benavente, LLP

19762 MacArthur Blvd 2nd Fl , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Simon, McKinsey, Miller, Zommick, Sandor and Dundas, A Law Corporation

4199 Campus Drive   670 , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: California Family Law Firm, APC

19200 Von Karman Avenue, Ste 454 , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Family, Domestic Violence, Child Custody, Real Estate, Divorce, Child Support, Prenuptials, Alimony, Uncontested Divorce

A Magna Cum Laude graduate of the California Western School of Law, Jeffrey Wittliff helps clients navigate a variety of family law cases including divorce, child support and custody, spousal support, property division, and domestic violence restraining orders. Jeffrey Witliff strongly believes in the important of negotiation during cases, helping parties reach mutually beneficial arrangements to limit legal fees and costs wherever possible. He continuously researches the latest developments in family law, allowing him to deliver cutting-edge legal representation to his clients.Jeffrey Witliff’s relentless work ethic shines through in his legal representation, enabling him to deliver highly personalized case strategies and fearless advocacy to his clients.

Firm: Reel Fathers Rights APC

18881 Von Karman Ave Ste 420 , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Family

Attorney James L. Wellman is a seasoned trial lawyer working out of Reel Fathers Rights APC’s Orange County office. Practicing for nearly four decades, Mr. Wellman is a Certified Family Law Specialist (CFLS) by the State Bar of California with extensive trial litigation experience handling family law issues throughout Southern California with a focus in Orange County.. Mr. Wellman’s experience includes a reported appellate decision and he has personally argued before the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. Before joining Reel Father’s Rights, Mr. Wellman was the managing attorney of one of the largest family law firms in Orange County,. Mr. Wellman has continued to build his reputation since joining Reel Fathers Rights. He represents men and fathers in Family Courts throughout Southern California, including Orange, Riverside, Hemet, San Bernardino, Barstow, Pomona, Los Angeles, San Diego and Vista.. His practice focuses exclusively on Family Law, fighting for fathers in Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support, and Domestic Violence Matters.

Firm: Creason & Aarvig, LLP

18552 MacArthur Boulevard 202  926 , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Estate Planning,Family ,Insurance ,Medical Malpractice,Personal Injury,Professional Malpractice

Firm: Kayajanian Law Firm

2050 Main Street , Irvine , California 92614

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Simon, McKinsey, Miller, Zommick, Sandor and Dundas, A Law Corporation

4199 Campus Drive   670 , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: MAGGIO LAW Orange County Divorce Attorneys

Main Office , Irvine , California 92602

Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Criminal Defense , Estate Planning, Family , Personal Injury, Divorce & Separation

Orange County divorce attorney Gerald A. Maggio is an experienced  family law and divorce attorney dedicated to providing a personalized approach to each client's legal representation based on their needs.. Mr. Maggio is experienced in all aspects of family law and divorce matters, including child custody and support, spousal support, marital asset division, and stepparent adoptions.  Mr. Maggio has a reputation of fighting for client rights with compassion, experience, and professionalism with the goal of navigating his clients through the complicated legal process as quickly as possible so his clients can move on with their lives.. Mr. Maggio is also a trained divorce mediator who has amicably resolved many cases out of court because the court system is not necessarily always the best option to resolving cases.  He believes in the mediation process to help families resolve their conflicts peacefully in the hopes of preserving family assets, integrity and respect, in the real world, with the understanding that court should always be the forum of very last resort.. Mr. Maggio understands that divorce is one of the most stressful and agonizing events that someone can ever experience in life, and he works with clients to help them get through their divorce or family law matter as quickly and painlessly as possible.

Firm: Suakjian law & Mediation Practice

19200 Von Karman Ave., Suite 400 , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: kazemi & Associates

38 Corporate Park , Irvine , California 92606

Practice Areas: Immigration, Family

Aside from practicing law, I am adjunct faculty at the Saddleback College and regular guest lecturer on legal issues and subjects at Chapman University in Southern California.. I have also been a participating attorney providing pro bono legal services through Mobile Legal Clinic, associated with the Orange County Rescue Mission/Village of Hope, to homeless and marginalized population in Orange County, California. In 2014 I spent nearly three months on consulting assignment with the government of Afghanistan, advising them on host of issues, including labor codes, contract negotiations, mining processing and human rights issues.. I have authored numerous articles on issues ranging from US constitutional issues to social and political points of interests, including family and immigration subjects.