Top Family Lawyers in Newport Beach | 61 available

Firm: Minyard Morris, LLP

1811 Quail Street , Newport Beach , California 92660

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Antonyan Miranda LLP

660 Newport Center Dr. , Newport Beach , California 92660

Practice Areas: Family

Sara Yunus began her career practicing family law in Orange County, at a boutique law firm in Newport Beach. Ms. Yunus relocated to San Diego and currently works for a large family law firm in downtown, focusing her practice on litigation, custody matters and dissolution.. Ms. Yunus earned her undergraduate degree in Political Science from California State University Fullerton where she was the communications intern for the National Women's Political Caucus in Washington, D.C. Through this internship, Ms. Yunus attended various political fundraisers, meetings with foreign ambassadors, and other important political events. Additionally, Ms. Yunus, who is bilingual in English-Farsi, interned for two years for a Middle Eastern television station as their English language international new anchor, on a weekly, worldwide broadcast.. Ms. Yunus was a recipient of the Dean's academic scholarship at Whittier Law School, and also interned at Whittier's Children's Rights Clinic, where she represented indigent, minor clients with special needs. She was also an active member of Whittier's Student Bar Association.

Firm: Thomas A. Bernauer A Professional Corporation

4675 MacArthur Court   700  926 , Newport Beach , California 92660

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Minyard Morris, LLP

1811 Quail Street , Newport Beach , California 92660

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: HITTELMAN FAMILY LAW GROUP, APC

20101 SW Birch Street , Newport Beach , California 92660

Practice Areas: Family , Child Custody

Experience is the key. After twenty-five years serving the Southern California Family Law community (first as a Deputy District Attorney, then in private practice as a Senior Associate and as a Partner) I am now the Managing Partner at the Newport Beach Family Law firm of the Hittelman Family Law Group, APC. We offer the unique combination of expertise and dedication that our clients expect when going through one of the worst time in their lives. We are able to keep our clients up-to-date on their matters and get their cases resolved so that they spend time with their families, not in the courts. Krystle Lilly-White is CAMS Certified to provide our clients the option of pursuing Mediation or a Collaborative Divorce. Our Of Counsel, Wayne Jones, provides the insights of a forty-year practitioner with a depth of legal and life experience.. I started my legal career as the first Deputy District Attorney hired by the Orange County District Attorney's Office, Family Support Division. My duties included handling paternity cases, child support, and enforcement of support obligations. I then went into private practice, where I was able to draw from my first career - as a teacher - to work to raise the level of family law practice in Orange County. My presentations included educating other attorneys about Domestic Violence, complex child support issues, psychological issues impacting child custody decisions, and general Family Law issues. I am a Certified Specialist in Family, certified by the California Board of Legal Specialization, since 2002.. Our variety of experienced attorneys and teamwork approach provides unique opportunities for clients to have the strategy and wisdom of a variety of viewpoints. We look forward to helping you along the next path of your life.

Firm: Tannenbaum Law

2618 San Miguel Dr. , Newport Beach , California 92660

Practice Areas: Family

Shiry Tannenbaum is Principal at Tannenbaum Law, and provides contract and consulting legal services in the areas of family law and business litigation.  Shiry has practiced family law since 2015, and focused her first seven years of practice to business litigation for boutique law firms.. Shiry served as co-chair of the Women’s Educational Committee of the Center for Investment and Weath management at UCI’s Paul Merage School of Business.  Shiry served on the Dean's Executive Board at the University of California, Irvine, School of Law.  She was Chair of the Young Lawyers Division of the Association of Business Trial Lawyers and Chair of the Public Law Center's annual Volunteers for Justice Dinner Silent Auction Committee from 2013 to 2015. Shiry served as Vice President of the Orange County Jewish Bar Association from 2010 to 2012, and as an active member of the Dean's Campaign Cabinet at UCI Law and the Orange County Bar Association's Community Outreach Committee.. Shiry earned her J.D. degree from Santa Clara University School of Law, where she was named Pro Bono Graduate of the Year. Shiry served as an Articles Editor for the Santa Clara Law Review and was an Honors Moot Court participant. She served as a judicial extern at the United States District Court, Northern District of California, the California Court of Appeal, and the California Superior Court of Santa Barbara and Santa Clara Counties. Shiry earned her B.A. degree in Law and Society, with Honors, from the University of California at Santa Barbara.

Firm: Holstrom, Block & Parke

4940 Campus Dr., Ste. A , Newport Beach , California 92660

Practice Areas: Family, Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support

Sherrie A. Munson is a formidable force in the legal arena, seamlessly blending exceptional legal representation with healing, support, and empowerment. Since being admitted to the California State Bar in 2010, Sherrie has been unwaveringly devoted to meeting her clients' emotional needs while providing top-tier legal counsel in family law.. Prior to embarking on her journey in family law, Sherrie served as the Program Director in the field of domestic violence for over a decade at Fairview Hospitals in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This unique professional background, coupled with her education during graduate and law school, ignited her passion for advocating for individuals, rather than corporate entities. Sherrie's fervor lies in assisting individuals navigating the complexities of domestic violence and divorce, helping them through their struggles to attain a brighter future.. Sherrie wholeheartedly understands the emotional, physical, and financial challenges that accompany the divorce process. However, she is not one to focus on the negatives. Instead, she provides her clients with the legal guidance, advocacy, and unwavering support needed to foster positive healing during these trying times. Her commitment goes beyond securing fair settlements; she is an ardent advocate for new beginnings. Her experience as a director at an emergency youth shelter has given her invaluable insights into the DCSS/foster system and the struggles faced by children in the foster system.. With passion and determination, Sherrie fearlessly represents her clients in all aspects of family law, including complex, high asset/net worth dissolutions, domestic violence cases, and child custody matters. Her hallmark lies in her ability to form genuine connections with her clients, delving deep into each individual case to achieve the best outcomes for them and their families. Drawing from her vast experience with domestic violence issues, Sherrie listens to her clients' stories of strength and resilience, empowering them to not only receive excellent legal representation but also to find emotional solace as their judgments are entered.. Beyond her legal prowess, Sherrie cherishes her blended family of five adult children and eight grandchildren. When she's not practicing law, she finds joy in the love and companionship of her family and three beloved dogs.. Sherrie A. Munson: a compassionate legal warrior and a beacon of hope for those seeking a brighter future amidst challenging times.

Firm: Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP

20320 SW Birch St 2nd Fl , Newport Beach , California 92660

Practice Areas: Family

Sheila Stiles is a partner in the Newport Beach office of Bremer Whyte Brown & O’Meara LLP.  Ms. Stiles joined the firm in 2009 and limits her practice to family law matters.  Ms. Stiles is certified as a Family Law Specialist by the California Board of Legal Specialization of the State Bar of California.  She has extensive experience in handling all aspects of family law matters, including divorce, complex custody and visitation matters, complex business valuation and income determination, modifications, child support, spousal support, parentage/paternity, property division, prenuptial agreements, postnuptial agreements, enforcement and family law mediation.. Ms. Stiles strives to achieve the goals of her clients by focusing on quality of our work, cost effectiveness, preparation, aggressive advocacy and the ability to meet the needs of her clients with a positive outlook and sympathetic ear when need be.  Ms. Stiles has a passion for family law and her clients.. Ms. Stiles obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts with a major in History from the University of San Diego in 1997. While attending USD, Ms. Stiles was a member of the Women’s Intercollegiate Basketball Team.  She attended the University of San Diego, School of Law and graduated with her Juris Doctorate in 2000.. Ms. Stiles was admitted to the State Bar of California in August of 2004. She is a member of the Family Law Section of the Orange County Bar Association. She is also an active member of the Sonenshine Pro Bono Opportunities Committee, which is an annual Orange County event that provides a forum for local pro bono organizations to introduce themselves to new members of the legal community.. Ms. Stiles is married with three children.

Firm: Burch Shepard Family Law Group

20281 Birch Street , Newport Beach , California 92660

Practice Areas: Family

It is my goal is to provide my clients with outstanding legal representation. To accomplish that, I seek to: (1) take the time necessary to understand your personal circumstances, needs, goals, and concerns; (2) be well-informed of new developments in the law and how those developments affect you; (3) utilize the most suitable, efficient, and cost-effective strategies to accomplish your objectives; and (4) provide you the peace of mind that you have hired an attentive, responsive and caring attorney to help you through difficult times.

Firm: Minyard Morris

1811 Quail STreet , Newport Beach , California 92660

Practice Areas: Family

Samantha graduated with honors from Western State College of Law, having been involved in Law Review and serving as its Editor in Chief. In her final year at Western State, Samantha externed at the Court of Appeals in Santa Ana and assisted in many cases. She also participated in a study abroad program, where she studied international and European law in Madrid, Spain.. Prior to obtaining her law degree with Western State she graduated from Utah Valley University with a focus in Marketing and Business. Having worked in bankruptcy law as a paralegal, she was continuously motivated to provide support to others in very stressful and delicate cases.. Samantha has experience navigating through divorce including custody, support, domestic violence restraining orders, and property division, and is licensed in California, Texas, and Utah. She’s proud to be involved in the community she represents and is an active member of the Orange County Bar Association (OCBA), Riverside County Bar Association (RCBA), and the Leo Deegan Inns of Court.. Samantha is very proactive, staying in consistent communication with her clients. Clients have often said they feel completely supported in their time of need. She takes the time to discuss every option, weighing the pros and cons of the case, and providing supportive yet direct solutions to achieve their objectives.. In her spare time, Samantha is an avid reader of novels, loves to travel around the world, and volunteers for Guide Dogs of America.

Firm: Minyard Morris, LLP

1811 Quail Street , Newport Beach , California 92660

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: O'Leary & Shenasan Law

4343 Von Karman Avenue , Newport Beach , California 92660

Practice Areas: Family

24 Corporate Plaza Dr Fl 2 , Newport Beach , California 92660

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Sullivan Law & Associates

4695 MacArthur Court , Newport Beach , California 92660

Practice Areas: Family

A veteran attorney with four decades of legal experience, Richard Sullivan is widely regarded as one of the top family law attorneys in the Orange County area. He is compassionate and competent, always dedicated to securing the best possible result for his clients, whether this is accomplished inside or outside of the courtroom. He is a talented litigator with a background in criminal defense, using his experience to better protect his clients’ best interests.. Richard obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree from Southeast Missouri State University and his Juris Doctor degree, with honors, from Western State College of Law. After passing the bar, he began his career as a criminal litigator, where he was able to hone his courtroom skills. In 1996, Richard devoted his practice exclusively to family law and has tried over 15,000 cases in this field.. Richard is a member of the Orange County Bar Association and the Orange County Family Law Section of the State Bar of California. He has been appointed by the Orange County Superior Court to represent minors on a number of occasions and has acted as Special Master to the Court to address litigation in domestic relation actions. He has served as a lecturer, instructor, and panelist for the State Bar of California, Orange County Bar Association, Western State School of Law, and Chapman School of Law.. Richard is an executive committee member of the Orange County Bar Association, Family Law Section, and has served in this role since 2010. He is also a board member of the Orange County Community Service Program – CSP Victim Assistance.

Firm: Richard M. Shack

230 Newport Center Drive   120 , Newport Beach , California 92660

Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation,Child Support,Family

Firm: Schiff & Shelton

3700 Campus Drive , Newport Beach , California 92660

Practice Areas: Family

Born and raised in Orange County, Mr. Shelton has been in practice over thirty years. His practice covers several areas, from family law, custody, and support issues to non-profit guidance and business litigation. A highly skilled and seasoned trial attorney, he has successfully tried many hundreds of cases before judges and juries. In the non-litigation portion of his practice, he also consults with small businesses and non-profits to enable them to grow and succeed. Ralph has been included as a biographee in Marquis Who's Who in American Law since 1998, and Who's Who since 2000.

Firm: Law Office of Paul M. Graziano

24 Corporate Plaza Dr 2nd Fl , Newport Beach , California 92660

Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Criminal Defense , Family , Personal Injury, Real Estate , Family

Firm: Moradi Neufer LLP - Newport Beach

620 Newport Center Dr. , Newport Beach , California 92660

Practice Areas: Divorce, Uncontested Divorce, Family, Child Custody, Prenuptials, Guardianship, Child Support, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation

Prior to becoming an attorney, I was a family law paralegal for 20 years.  I have a thorough understanding and skill in all aspects of family law.  I have strived to assist clients through their family law struggles while minimizing unnecessary fighting and costly fees.  I have extensive experience in collaborative divorce, mediations and uncontested dissolutions as well as litigated divorces and custody battles.

Firm: Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP

20320 SW Birch St , Newport Beach , California 92660

Practice Areas: Construction , Family , General Practice, Immigration & Naturalization , Insurance , Personal Injury, Family

Nicole Whyte has been identified by the well-recognized Daily Journal as one of California’s top 100 women attorneys. She has also been selected as one of America’s Top 100 attorneys (a lifetime achievement). Ms. Whyte is a founding principal and CEO of Bremer Whyte Brown & O’Meara, LLP, a 160+ attorney law firm with 8 office locations throughout the Western United States.  Admitted to the South African Supreme Court in 1990, the California State Bar in 1991, the Nevada State Bar in 2000, the Washington D.C. State Bar in 2011, and the Washington State Bar in 2012, Ms. Whyte has extensive experience in all aspects of litigation and trial. She focuses her practice in the areas of family law, complex civil and commercial litigation, trucking litigation, and insurance defense litigation. Ms. Whyte has been designated as a Certified Family Law Specialist by the State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization since 2010. She has successfully litigated and tried hundreds of complex, multi-million dollar lawsuits, and has tried in excess of 30 cases to verdict (jury and judge trials).  She has been awarded the highest accolade in Martindale-Hubbell: an AV rating. This was as a result of an extensive, confidential review conducted among the legal profession in her community. The AV rating signifies Ms. Whyte’s legal abilities are of the very highest standard and her professional ethics are unquestioned. Ms. Whyte also has been consistently named California “Super Lawyer” by Los Angeles Magazine, and she has been consistently ranked in Super Lawyer’s lists of top attorneys in Southern California and Orange County.. Even more pertinent than her awards and ratings, Ms. Whyte strives to keep her clients’ interests at heart, and reach timely resolutions of challenging situations. Within the family law field, she handles a multitude of issues such as divorce, custody, visitation, modifications, child support, parentage/paternity, property division, prenuptial agreements, postnuptial agreements, dependency actions, and spousal support. Ms. Whyte provides individualized counseling and representation in all areas of family law and listens carefully to her client’s problems to provide representation that is strategic and effective.. Ms. Whyte has written extensively in her fields of expertise, and she is also a regular speaker at legal conferences across the United States.   Ms. Whyte has authored chapters in two published Family Law books, “Strategies for Family Law in California” 2010 edition published by Aspatore, “Streamlining Strategies and Costs in today’s Family Law Cases”, and “Strategies for Family Law in California” 2012 edition published by Aspatore, “Staying up to date with New Developments and Strategies in California Family Law Litigation”.. Ms. Whyte is a member of the Family, Construction and Insurance sections of the Orange County Bar Association, the Clark County Bar Association (Nevada) and the American Bar Association. She is a member of the Association of Certified Family Law Specialists. She is a past member of the Civil Procedure and Evidence panels of the Orange County Bar Association’s Resolutions Committee. She has graduated twice from the National Institute for Trial Advocacy (NITA) program in trial advocacy and is a Master Bencher and past officer of the Robert A. Banyard Inn of Court. Ms. Whyte also serves as a mediator, and has served as settlement officer for the Orange County Superior Court. She is also a Board Member of the Masters' Division of the Orange County Bar Association.. Ms. Whyte is also active in the international legal community.  She is a member of Consulegis, an international network of lawyers, and she has been a featured speaker at Consulegis'  bi-annual conferences. She also has close ties to her original mentor attorney in South Africa, Brian Kahn, where she began her legal career.  Ms. Whyte's law firm, Bremer Whyte also has a strategic alliance with Brian Kahn, Inc. in Johannesburg, South Africa.. Ms. Whyte is a board member of the Sonenshine Pro Bono Opportunities Committee, an Orange County organization comprised of attorneys and Judges who provide Pro Bono legal opportunities  to newer members of the Orange County bar, by matching attorneys with potential Pro Bono clients. Ms. Whyte is also a board member of the Public Law Center, a pro-bono law group that provides access for low income residents of Orange County.. A native of Johannesburg, South Africa, Ms. Whyte received her Bachelor of Arts and her LLB from the University of the Witwatersrand, located in Johannesburg, South Africa. After graduating from law school, she served as state prosecutor at the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court in the criminal division. During this time Ms. Whyte had the opportunity to try a variety of criminal cases. Following her tenure as state prosecutor, she gained general civil and commercial litigation experience at Brian Kahn Inc. Attorneys, a boutique litigation law firm in Johannesburg. Ms. Whyte immigrated to the United States in 1991.. Ms. Whyte and her husband, Steven Nataupsky, managing partner of the Intellectual Property law firm Knobbe Martens, live with their 4 children in Newport Beach, California. When not practicing law, Ms. Whyte enjoys spending time with her family, exercise, piano, travel, reading, and baking and cooking with her daughter Rachel.  Ms. Whyte is also an avid student of the martial arts, and she has competed and placed in karate tournaments (kata and sparring) in Southern California.

Firm: Good, Wildman, Hegness and Walley

5000 Campus Drive , Newport Beach , California 92660

Practice Areas: Civil ,Construction ,Family