Newport Coast Family Lawyers

After going through my own divorce in my early-20s at the Torrance courthouse, I went to law school, became an attorney, and established a family law office in Torrance in 2013 to assist other families in transition. After 10 years of grueling court battles, and after I became a parent to young children, I made a conscientious decision to step away from the courtroom and work with families using mediation and collaborative divorce principles of conflict resolution.

In 2015, The National Trial Lawyers recognized Mr. Villegas as being one of the Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers in California. Mr. Villegas also serves as a member of the Executive Committee of the Los Angeles County Bar Association's (LACBA) Criminal Justice Section. After dedicating over seven years of his career to serving as a government lawyer handling complex criminal law cases, Mr. Villegas now operates The AVjustice Law Firm. Mr. Villegas has handled approximately 10,000 criminal law cases in his career, involving all types of charges including but not limited to, driving under the influence (DUI), domestic violence, drug...

Have MBA and Law Degree, specialize in bankruptcy, family law, Divorce

Our office is well-versed in many areas of practice. We will not advocate for you in an area we are not experienced in. Our team brings a diverse background to the table, allowing us to advocate for you in many areas of law. This gives the Law Offices of Thomas R. Chapin an edge when dealing with complex legal matters. Often, more than one area of expertise is required. No need to hire a multitude of attorneys. We can provide you with comprehensive legal support in many areas.

EDWARDS-SWIFT & ASSOCIATES Pamela Edwards-Swift is dedicated to changing the way divorce is viewed and handled. Ms. Swift is actively involved in a revolution designed to give couples more options in the divorce process. Through her firm Edwards-Swift & Associates, Ms. Swift is proud to offer many alternatives to individuals divorcing. Those options include, her innovative Divorce In a Day, Mediation, Collaboration, and aggressive litigation. Ms. Swift has many professional distinctions, including designation by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization as a Certified Family Law Specialist and named a Southern California Super Lawyer for two consecutive years...

I am attorney Rossana Mitchell. From an office in Chino Hills, I assist individuals and families throughout Los Angeles, Orange County, Riverside County and the Inland Empire who are facing tough legal problems. The largest portion of my practice is dedicated to solving family-related problems, but I also assist clients with conservatorships, guardianships, criminal law and estate planning.

I am bilingual in English and Spanish, and I offer an initial consultation so you can decide whether I am the right lawyer for you. My well-respected practice is rooted in my dedication to providing personal attention to each client.

After immigrating to the...

The Law Office of Jamison K. Shedwill is a Brea law firm led by Attorney Shedwill, a sole practitioner of family law. Mr. Shedwill earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Political Science from the University of California, Santa Barbara in 1990. He received his Juris Doctorate degree from California Western School of Law in San Diego, where he graduated with honors in 1993. While in law school, Attorney Shedwill was the Editor of the International Law Journal. Mr. Shedwill was admitted to practice before all of the courts in the State of California in December of 1993....

Kathleen G. Alvarado is an accomplished advocate who is relentless in her goals of obtaining the best settlements and verdicts for her clients. She is not afraid to be firm in her convictions. She leaves no stone unturned, and investigates every option available when working for her clients. Ms. Alvarado is a graduate of Loyola Marymount where she earned her undergraduate degree. She earned her Juris Doctor degree at Loyola Law School. Prior to entering private practice, Ms. Alvarado served as a Deputy District Attorney for San Bernardino. While serving as a Deputy District Attorney for...

Ms. Li specializes in United States Immigration Law and is located in Los Angeles, California. As the founder of the firm, she works tirelessly to advocate for immigrants’ rights and has assisted hundreds of immigrants in their pursuit of the American dream. She provides legal assistance in various U.S. immigration matters to clients worldwide. She is fluent in English and Mandarin Chinese.

Taylor Warner is a founding partner of the Law Office of Taylor B. Warner. She graduated from the University of La Verne College of Law in Ontario, California in 2011 and was admitted to the Bar in California shortly thereafter and then formed Bristol & Haynes, APLC in 2012. While at La Verne Law, she was the Chief Managing Editor of the University of La Verne's Law Review and founded the Public Interest Law Foundation. Mrs. Warner was an extern for the San Bernardino District Attorney's Office (Appellate Services) for a term and was an intern for a local family...

Hannah J. Engholm received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of California, Santa Cruz, as a University of California Regent’s Scholar. Hannah simultaneously earned her Juris Doctor degree from California Western School of Law and her Master in Social Work degree from San Diego State University. She served as Senior Editor for the California Western International Law Journal. Hannah is involved in several volunteer opportunities, including San Diego’s Voices of Children where she has been a Court Appointed Advocate since 2010. Ms. Engholm has experience with all family law issues.

Arthur Corona is a United States NAVY Veteran and graduate of California State University Fullerton where he earned a dual Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Philosophy. Upon graduation, Mr. Corona attended University of California Hasting College of the Law where he obtained his law degree. Mr. Corona’s practice focuses on Family law matters and criminal defense. He has handled hundreds of trial cases in family, dependency and criminal court with great success.

In the family courts, Mr. Corona has represented various clients dealing with complex divorce and child custody issues ranging from domestic violence restraining orders to child custody...

I began my legal career in Riverside and San Bernardino counties and have accumulated 12 years of courtroom experience across Los Angeles, Orange County, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties. This extensive background has provided me with a deep understanding of the legal landscape in these areas. My colleagues, Attorneys Laura Chaidez and Wendy Harris also started their careers in Riverside, San Bernardino and L.A. counties and are well-versed in managing cases in these regions as well as in Orange County. We are all trial attorneys at The Law Offices of Laurel A. Buchanan, focusing on litigation for the firm. Our...

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...

Dana L. Green is an Estate Planning and Elder Law attorney in North County, San Diego serving all of California. She was born in New York and was raised bi-coastally in New York and California. She received her B.A. in Finance and Business Economics with an emphasis in Spanish and French from Goucher College and her J.D. from the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law. Dana is admitted to the bar in three states: California, New York and Connecticut.

She has practiced in various fields of law over the years including Insurance Defense Litigation, Family Law and Real Estate Law before...

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)....

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.

Prior to founding Grigoryan Law Firm, attorney Hayk Grigoryan gained extensive experience at two reputable Los Angeles law firms, specializing in commercial litigation, foreclosure defense and real estate litigation.

Mr. Grigoryan earned his LL.M. Degree (Master’s Degree) in Tax Law from University of Washington School of Law.

Hayk is an active member of the California Bar Association and admitted to practice law before all Courts in California. He is also fluent in Armenian and Russian.
Our paralegals speak Spanish, Mandarin, and Farsi.

While my practice is fundamentally a Family Law practice, my reputation is in "Palimony", the rights of unmarried people living together. I believe I handle more Palimony cases than any attorney. I have been practicing for 38 years and was trained for eight years by Marvin Mitchelson, the attorney attributed with having created that body of law and known as "The Father of Palimony". I assist those "kicked to the curb" by persons of wealth and power. Many Family Law matters often accompany a Palimony case, such as Divorce, Child Custody, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Spousal...

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...

Divorce and family law attorney serving the Inland Empire, including the cities of Redlands, Colton, Fontana, Hemet, San Bernardino, Riverside, Grand Terrace, Rancho Cucamonga, Ontario, Victorville, Highland, and Loma Linda. All family law issues, including Father's Rights, Child Custody, Child Visitation, Spousal Support (Alimony), Grandparents' Rights, Annulments, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders (DVRO), Divorce, Legal Separation, Premarital Agreements (Prenups), and more. Free consultations. 24hrs / 7days a week.

Michael Hanasab, a partner at Jamra, Jamra & Hanasab, has been exclusively practicing family law since he graduated from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles. Michael has a clients-practical resolution outlook and an aptitude for aggressive litigation when necessary. Michael's versatile personality allows him to be a tenacious litigator while persevering in efforts to facilitate a settlement. Michael has traditionally been named a Southern California Super Lawyer and a “Rising Star” by Los Angeles Magazine and Law & Politics since 2009. Prior to Michael's family law practice, Michael further developed his legal experience by focusing on the entertainment and music industry,...

Maciej Wesolowski is an owner and principal lawyer of Wesolowski Law Firm, a Beverly Hills based law practice that provides experienced and knowledgeable legal representation in the areas of: litigation, family law, real estate law, business law and immigration law. As a natural and strong leader Mr. Wesolowski assembled a team of dedicated, diligent attorneys and support staff who offer the highest standard of client care. Prior to establishing his own law firm Mr. Wesolowski worked as an international business investment consultant and litigator. Experiences gained throughout his career helped him to better understand his clients needs. Maciej Wesolowski has...

Darlene has exclusively practiced family law for more than 14 years, at boutique family law practices, including the elite firm, Meyer, Olson, Lowy & Meyers LLP.  She received her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from University of Southern California and her Bachelor’s Degree at the University of California, Los Angeles.  She started her career representing survivors of domestic violence in restraining order hearings, and divorce and paternity matters.  Darlene specializes in domestic violence and complex child custody matters involving allegations of child abuse, parental alienation, substance abuse, mental illness, and children with special needs, cases involving complex financial assets, and domestic and international jurisdiction...

I provide family law mediation, collaborative law and litigation services in divorce matters; also preparation of prenuptial, post-nuptial and transmutation agreements. I was a former partner of a prominent Century City family law firm which represented clients in cases involving complex property characterization and tracing; valuation issues; contested child custody; and child and spousal support issues.

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.