Desert Shores Family Lawyers

Attorney Kevin B. Gibbs is a proudly certified family law specialist by the California State Bar’s Board of Legal Specialization. This means that he successfully passed a written exam and proved his knowledge through various legal encounters; in which only a small percentage of the attorneys in California can say this. Attorney Gibbs graduated with a Bachelor’s in Accounting at California State University, Fullerton in 1984 and his Juris Doctor at Western State University College of Law in 1993. He is a proud member of the State Bar of California, the California State Bar Association, the Orange County and Los...

Jeanann Khalife, attorney-mediator is the Managing Partner at Alternative Divorce Solutions, Inc. (“ADS”). Ms. Khalife commenced her legal career in 2012 as a litigation attorney, with a primary focus in Business and Employment Law. She enjoyed the challenging nature of the litigation realm and excelled in case management and legal argumentative construction. As time passed, Jeanann noticed that she had an inclination to do more with her legal career. She desired to utilize her legal training to positively impact her community. The question was how? Divorce Mediation, was an unexpected path in Ms. Khalife's career. However, it proved to be the path...

ORANGE COUNTY DIVORCE AND FAMILY LAW ATTORNEY Ms. Raqueno is an Orange County divorce and family law attorney with an office conveniently located in Newport Beach, California. She has extensive experience in all aspects of family law including dissolution, legal separation, paternity, child custody, visitation, support, property division, restraining orders and modifications. With this experience, Ms. Raqueno is committed to helping her clients create positive solutions that best fit their particular needs. Ms. Raqueno provides individualized, compassionate and professional legal representation to her clients. She believes in establishing an open-line of communication from the onset of each...

Being born and raised in Southern California, Mr. Baskin has a deep understanding of the needs of the community which he vigorously serves.  Mr. Baskin's experience has given him invaluable insight into the legal system where he continues to make connections that help advocate for his clients to achive the best results on each case he handles. His team of professionals will work hard for on your case.

I am passionate about helping individuals, families, and business owners achieve peace of mind by developing and implementing creative cost effective plans tailored for each client. I have been a practicing attorney since May of 2011. Prior to attending law school, I was a family law and estate planning paralegal for approximately 20 years. In that time I acted as a Paralegal for several attorneys. After establishing my own practice, I used all of my skills and knowledge to develop my family law practice. I raised my three children as a single mother while working and attending...

Roger E. Naghash is dedicated to aggressively advocating for the rights and interests of his clients in a broad range of legal matters. He provides customized legal services and representation to fit the specific needs of each client. Always with honesty and integrity, Roger is a fierce advocate who fights for the justice his clients are entitled to under state and federal laws. He is committed to keeping clients informed and involved, and pursuing the best possible outcomes with quality, hands-on, and affordable service.

Roger earned his B.S. from Western State University and his J.D. from Western State University College of...

Over 15 years as a Judge Advocate with the U.S. Army. Graduate of Army's advanced trial skills which gives me a great advantage over many attorneys if a case goes to trial. Unique experience in protecting military pensions or finding ways for spouses of service members to get their rights to military pensions. Few attorneys know the tricks and secrets of protecting or receiving military pensions in family law cases. I have taken numerous cases to trial as well as 100's of hearings in family law matters. I only take cases to trial if we are going to...

The highly respected negotiators and trial attorneys at Seastrom Tuttle & Murphy are regularly recognized for their ability to get results. The firm's Orange County divorce attorneys have successfully represented clients in complex and high profile cases. By limiting the number of clients each attorney represents at any given time it ensures that every client receives the highest level of service and attention. The firm is committed to working closely with clients to develop customized solutions and be a step ahead of the process to achieve exceptional results.

Robin Huggins is a partner and supervising attorney in Kring & Chung’s family law department. With more than 17 years in experience and knowledge as a family law attorney, she has a demonstrated track record of effectively guiding and counseling her clients through the difficulties of various family law matters. Ms. Huggins prides herself on providing sensitive yet insightful advice tailored to a client’s budgetary constraints, but can aggressively advocate her client’s position in the court room when necessary. Ms. Huggins was admitted to practice law in California in May of 1998. Since her admission, she has focused...

"In addition to being an attorney, I am a mom, a grandmother, and was a professor of law. While I consider my three daughters to be my greatest accomplishments, I am very proud of my students, and I also now have grand children! Teaching law, and raising children, means that I am always learning and able to approach family law matters involving children with a special sensitivity. I came to the practice of law a little bit later in life, after having other jobs (including being a medic for 10 years) which is how I...

Jason Martinez is a co-founding partner of RM Law Group, LLP. His practice focuses exclusively on California Family Law and community property division, including litigation and settlement of complex and high-conflict divorce and child custody proceedings. Jason understands that divorce and family law issues have long-term effects on all family members, especially the children. To effectuate his clients’ goals, he uses a variety of advanced litigation techniques, both in and out of the courtroom to minimize the emotional toll of the Family Law process. At the outset of each case, he works closely with his clients to tailor the most...

Benjamin Lee is an experienced family law and divorce lawyer licensed in California. Ben is passionate about family law and is committed to collaboration with clients to find amicable solutions on family law and divorce matters. Ben supports his clients throughout divorce and the difficult transitions that come with it.

Eric S. Beiswanger has meaningful roots in helping others. Eric was born and raised in Merced, California and briefly left the valley to attend UC Davis where he obtained his bacheclors degree in political science and a minor in womens studies while consistently receiving academic honors and deans honor list recognition. After graduation, Eric moved to the east coast to obtain his law degree at Rutgers University in New Jersey. While in law school Eric took advantages of opportunites and focused on using the law to assist others. While at Rutgers, Eric was named to the...

If you are looking for an experienced attorney in the areas of Family or Business law, Torrence L. Howell at the Law Offices of Torrence L. Howell, has been serving clients in Southern California for more than 13 years. I understand that business assets are often placed at jeopardy when family issues such as divorce occur. In other words, business and family law are often intertwined. As a lawyer who holds an MBA degree and owns my own firm, I understand how a business must be structured in order to survive financially, and I know what it...

I have been practicing law in the Los Angeles area and surrounding Southern California counties for over 33 years. I am highly awarded and have the highest rating in legal abilities and ethical standards. I am fluent in English and Spanish. My rates are extremely reasonable. My business hours are extremely flexible. My practice areas are criminal defense, family law, personal injury, civil litigation, real estate, and trials. I am a people's lawyer. I have represented national celebrities, actors, directors, singers, musicians, moms, dads, and individuals in trouble. I have also represented a number of businesses with their litigation issues....

Mariam E. Hanna attended the University of Texas at El Paso and graduated Cum Laude with a B.A. in Political Science and Philosophy in May, 2008. Thereafter, she gained valuable experience working with attorneys practicing family law, bankruptcy and insurance subrogation. She started attending law school at the University of West Los Angeles School of Law in January, 2012. During her law school career, she received two Witkin’s Awards, an award given to the student who achieved the highest grade in the class. The first award she received was for Appellate Advocacy and the second was for California DUI...

Attorney Adam N. Schanz earned his Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, with Honors, from University of California, Santa Barbara. He earned his Juris Doctorate from Pepperdine School of Law in 2006. During law school, Mr. Schanz clerked for the Honorable Robert P. Applegate in the Los Angeles Superior Court, Family Law Division.

Since admission to the California bar in 2006, Mr. Schanz has worked solely in the private practice of Family Law where he has built an exemplary reputation for integrity, professionalism, and dedication to his work. He has represented hundreds of clients including many professionals, celebrities, and high...

I work with clients to achieve their goals by explaining court processes and procedures along with giving advice tailored to their specific legal issues. Whether the client's goals encompass mediation or litigation I have the experience to complete the case.

Providing expert service since 1995

Areas of Practice:
Family Law
Divorce Mediation
Guardianships
Adoptions
Caregivers Authorizations
Grandparent Visitations & Step-Parent Visitation
Juvenile Dependency

When you come to the Law Office of Rick D. Banks, you can receive the help you need from a tried and true lawyer. It is of the utmost importance that you are supported by a knowledgeable and dedicated attorney who has your best interests in mind and who is prepared to support you today. Attorney Banks has experience with all kinds of divorce situations and cases, and he is prepared to stand by your side and fight for you throughout the entirety of your situation. He has over 10 years of professional experience and his experience can be a...

I have 4 years of experience dealing with Immigration law cases. While working with different immigration attorneys in the valley, I gained hands on experience with cases such as I-130 family petitions, I-601 and I-601A hardship waivers, Adjustment of Status, Naturalization application, Green card application, Asylum applications, Appeals to BIA, and Immigratoin Court cases.

Jeffrey W. Peterson was born and attended high school in Fresno, CA. He graduated from Mercer University’s Walter F. George School of Law-located in Macon, Georgia-in 2014. His undergraduate work was completed at Reed College in Portland, OR where he majored in Comparative Religion. In 2008, he earned a Master’s degree in Eastern Classical Literature from St. John’s College in Santa Fe, NM. These early educational achievements provided Mr. Peterson with a deep understanding of the Liberal Arts and cultivated his appreciation for virtue.

In the summer of 2013, Mr. Peterson traveled to Shanghai, China with Santa Clara University School of...

Matt currently works as an Associate Attorney with Gillett Law Offices. Matt's primary practice focuses on family law matters, which includes child custody, child support, guardianships, adoptions, juvenile dependency, domestic violence restraining orders and marital dissolutions.

At Gillett Law we strive to create custom legal representation, excellent customer service, and flexible fee arrangements.

Serving Tulare and Kings Counties for Divorce, Criminal Defense, Drug Arrests & DUI Defense, Domestic Violence, Child Custody, Child Support, Restraining Orders, Guardianships, Adoptions, Emergency Protective Orders, Protecting Business and Property Interests since 1998.

I have extensive experience in divorce and criminal defense related issues. Staff available to take your call after hours and on weekends. (559) 739-1111. Se habla espanol.

A Partner and Litigator in the firm SWANSON O'DELL, Jeremy D. Swanson practices Family Law. He is a certified specialist in family law, and has been practicing for over 20 years.

Cameron Norris practices family law, contracts, and general civil litagation in Camarillo, CA. Custody, support, protective orders, and dissolution matters are his focus. Cameron Graduated from Southwestern Law School Magna Cum Laude. While a student he worked on the Hollywood Legal Legacy Project detailing the history of entertainment law in Los Angeles—which resulted in a published article. Cameron also worked with the Firm of Dickstein Shapiro LLP to facilitate adoptions of foster children in Los Angeles County. He also received several academic awards at Southwestern including three Dean’s Merit Scholar awards, four Witkin Academic Excellence Awards,...

I am a dedicated Family Law Attorney working across Los Angeles and Ventura counties. My areas of practice encompass Divorce/Legal separations, Uncontested Divorce, Paternity cases, Child Support, Child Visitation, Child Custody, Spousal Support, and Mediation services. I invite you to contact me for a free consultation, available both remotely and in-person. You can reach me at (805) 584-9000 or send an email to molly@simifamilylaw.com. Please ask for Molly Kramer. Do not hesitate to call today to arrange your free consultation!

Do you need professional assistance in working through a family law matter? Divorce is a long and often complicated matter, and it is important that you are represented by a lawyer who is compassionate, caring, and ready to stand beside you and support you. Attorney Zepure Attshian has been admitted to the California State Bar and the Fresno County Bar Association. She also is a member of the Fresno County Women Lawyers Association and Central Valley Collaborative Law Association. In addition, Attorney Attashian has been admitted to the United States District Court for the Eastern District of California. She has...

The founder of Shulman Family Law Group, Maya Shulman offers legal representation to those in Los Angeles, Ventura and Santa Barbara counties who are dealing with issues of family law, including divorce and custody. Her years of working with complex, difficult family law matters prepared her to handle complicated matters of move away cases, interstate and international family law. With a deep commitment to confidentiality and discretion, Ms. Shulman often handles complex matters of custody, surrogacy and entangled divorce for residents of California.

Maya moved to the United States from her native Latvia 28 years ago, after attending University of...

Prior to forming Lavinsky Law, Alexandra Lavinsky was a litigator at the Law Offices of Ronald A. Litz (2007- 2012, 2003-2005) a general civil litigation firm with an emphasis on Family Law. As an associate, she was involved in all aspects of the practice and had the advantage of working directly with Mr. Litz, a pillar in the Southern California family law community. Prior to that, she practiced law as a defense attorney at the law firm of Ford, Walker, Haggerty and Behar (2005-2007) where she handled cases from the pre-litigation stages through trial, arbitration, and mediation and learned how...

The Law Offices of C. Valerie Ibe, has licenses to practice in the States of California, Maryland and New York and is equipped to help residents of these states to face the complexities of civil litigation whether in the state courts or in federal courts. The lead attorney, in addition to legal qualifications has also an MBA in Business Administration and a CPA

My name is David Baum, and I am the managing attorney with the Law Offices of David H. Baum, APLC. I have managed my Law Firm for more than thirty one years. We offer the finest quality adoption legal services for birth mothers, birth fathers and adoptive parents. Currently in the United States, adoption laws are experiencing substantial revisions. In California especially, legislature and state courts continue to change and ratify child adoption laws. Every decision made by the legislative and judicial party affects everyone involved in the adoption process, including birth parents, adoptive families, adoption agencies, and adoption law firms....

Stephen is a seasoned, board certified divorce attorney who has specialized in complex family law matters since 2006 in California. He has acted as the lead attorney on hundreds of divorce cases and argued before the Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and Ventura County Superior Courts. He was voted by Pasadena Magazine as one of the “Top Attorneys” in the area for the past 6 years and named a “Rising Star” by SuperLawyers.

Stephen is active in the Los Angeles County Bar Association, Beverly Hills Bar Association, and Association of Certified Family Law Specialists (ACFLS). He sits on the...