Independence Family Lawyers

Henrik Karapetian received his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Law from California State University, Northridge. He is also a graduate of the highly-regarded Loyola Law School of Loyola Marymount University located in Downtown Los Angeles. Mr. Karapetian is admitted to practice before all courts in the State of California, as well as the United States District Court for the Central District of California. He is a member of the American and Los Angeles County Bar Associations. After years of legal practice, Mr. Karapetian founded The Law Office of Henrik Karapetian to provide efficient and effective yet aggressive...

Practice limited ro Family Law Matters and Mediation.

John Rounds is a founding partner in our firm. He has focused on the following practice areas: Bankruptcy and Consumer Advocacy Law: John has helped thousands of personal and business Bankruptcy Clients. Mr. Rounds has a 20+ year reputation for helping working people and small companies through the most difficult times to get a financial "fresh start". Options include the complete discharge, structured payments or other negotiated settlement of the most problematic claims. Business Law: John's years as a transactional attorney and personal history in buying and selling businesses, results in a prospective...

Eric Martinelli is the founding attorney at the Santa Clarita family law firm, the Martinelli Law Group. Mr. Martinelli earned his Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration magna cum laude from California State University at Northridge in 1999, and his Juris Doctorate degree from Southwestern Law School in 2009. That same year, Attorney Martinelli was admitted to the California State Bar. In addition to practicing law, Mr. Martinelli has a background consisting of 10 years with the public service as an LAPD officer, and a management role with a Fortune 500 corporation. When an individual retains the representation of Attorney Martinelli,...

If you are preparing to file for divorce, it may be in your best interest to contact Cindy J. Hopper, PLC. With nearly 15 years of experience in the field, thousands of cases under her belt, and an extensive understanding of the family law system, no case is too complex for Attorney Hopper to take on. By retaining the firms representation, you can be confident that you have a lawyer by your side that truly cares about bettering your situation. Get the personalized service and trusted counsel you deserve! Contact the firm today at (559) 342-0003 to find out more...

I have a passion for the law. I will represent you to the fullest extent of the law. I am an aggressive attorney that works hard for each client. I personally handle each and every case from beginning to end.

Willie has three passions in life: family (including his dogs), following his favorite sports teams, and helping his clients. He practices QDRO law (retirement division) from coast to coast, in his seven licensed states. He's a recognized authority in the area, teaching other lawyers about QDROs and legal practice at state bar conferences and via online education platforms.

Attorney Sanjay Paul was recognized as a Rising Star in 2015 by Super Lawyers and nominated a Top Attorney by Pasadena Magazine in 2014. Mr. Paul focuses on Family Law and Immigration matters, including Divorce, Custody, Support, Prenuptial Agreements, Green Cards through Marriage, including obtaining green cards through marriage for same-sex clients and Citizenship matters.

A Spanish speaking attorney who has been a fixture in LosAngeles and Pasadena legal circles, Richard Jacinto has been representing the interests and rights of our residents for all of his over 30 years in practice. Richard Jacinto began his practice serving clients in Personal Injury and Criminal and Immigration cases.

Joseph Nakos has been an attorney in the State of California since 2012, focusing exclusively in Family Law. Mr. Nakos has represented Family Law clients in the State of California and has appeared at hearings and trials at courthouses located in Ventura, Los Angeles, and Kern counties. Many of his cases have been high dollar cases involving such issues as business evaluations, forensic accounting analysis, custody evaluations, complex financial tracing, complex property divisions, and psychological evaluations. And, Mr. Nakos also appreciates the needs of clients with less complicated cases.

Mr. Nakos’ approach to all of his cases starts with an in...

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Gregory W. Cabo practices in the areas of: FAMILY LAW Family Law, including divorce, legal separation, nullity, dissolution of a domestic partnership, paternity, child custody and child visitation, guardianships, child support and spousal support, property division, prenuptial agreements, pre-divorce planning, enforcement of court orders, modification of court orders and modification of judgments, Department of Child Support Services cases, and restraining orders related to harassment and abuse under the Domestic Violence Prevention Act. PROBATE Probate, including estate and trust administration, probate litigation, trust litigation, wills and trusts challenges and related property law, corporations law and contract law issues. ESTATE PLANNING Estate Planning, including wills, trusts, special needs...

General practitioner who personally provides exemplary consultation and representation for families and businesses in Minnesota (Eagan) and California (Orange.) Business attorney who provides superior legal leadership for established companies, as well as startup endeavors. Institutes policies and procedures to ensure compliance with municipal, state and federal laws and regulations. Clients include medical service providers, security firms, restaurants, local organizations (not for profit,) home improvement contractors, etc. I pride myself on understanding a business’ needs and responding promptly, efficiently and effectively. Family attorney who provides compassionate legal guidance for empty nesters, as well as young couples. Focuses on ensuring a benevolent future...

Mr. Carroll was born and raised in the South Bay. He attended law school at Arizona State University. Thereafter, Mr. Carroll obtained an advanced law degree in trial advocacy from Temple University. Temple University Beasley School of Law has been ranked by U.S. News and World Report among the top three trial advocacy programs in the country for more than twenty years. Before starting his own law firm in Hermosa Beach, California, Mr. Carroll served as an extern for a superior court family law judge and he also worked as an attorney for one of the premier boutique family...

When you have been arrested, it may be in your interest to consider retaining the services of Corona criminal attorney Michael J. Lacilento, Attorney at Law. Mr. Lacilento has more than 20 years of legal experience, and has advocated for countless Californians. He prides himself in the personalization and friendliness he offers clients, and he believes a strong attorney-client relationship is the foundation of a defense strategy. He is an aggressive litigator with prior trial experience, and he is willing to take a case to trial if necessary. Mr. Lacilento also proudly represents family law clients. He is also licensed...

Jeffrey L. Harris is the Managing Partner of Harris Family Law Group. He is a prominent and well-respected Los Angeles and Orange County Family Law Attorney who represents clients in all aspects of divorce – including child support, visitation and custody, spousal support, division of property, domestic violence and restraining order, and pre- and post-nuptial agreements. Working exclusively in family law, Mr. Harris provides a wide-range of legal services in the area of Family Law, including divorce litigation and mediation, dispute resolution, post-judgment modifications for custody, visitation, and support agreements, as well as obtaining or contesting temporary restraining orders (TROs)....

With 17 years of experience, Attorney Jennifer Miller combines legal knowledge with a caring and compassionate approach. When you need valuable legal advice and counsel, Attorney Miller provides a client-centered practice where your concerns are heard and your legal issues are resolved.

In the Founders own words: ”I was a small business owner prior to being an attorney, and understand that when you have already been stiffed out of money, and already paid your lawyers to get a judgment, you should not have pay yet more lawyers just to collect. All too often, the amount of justice one gets is a function of the amount of money one puts out to get it.” Recent Wins – Case Studies Judgment for fraud – $377,000 Judgment against Used Car Dealer – $32,000 Judgment against employer for unpaid wages – $60,000...