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Latanya Sewell

4.9
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 11 years

Family Lawyer at Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas: Family

12121 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 501, Los Angeles, CA

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About Latanya

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Family 100%

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 250-275 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2026 2018 2017
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Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2014

Licenses

Licensed in California for 11 years

State: California

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Latanya Sewell

12121 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 501, Los Angeles, CA, 90025

Latanya Sewell's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

57 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ashkannazarian | April 05, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Caring lawyerv

Even though she’s us on the opposition side , she is a very compassionate understanding woman I believe she’s very fair and does not discriminate between father and mother, and she understands the importance that a father has to play a role in his child’s life, and I respect her a lot for that

Posted by anonymous | March 21, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Family

The Attorney Every Parent Hopes to Have!

Latanya Sewell has been a true godsend to me and my family. I found myself in an incredibly difficult and emotional situation where everything felt stacked against me. As a father, it can often feel like the odds are not in your favor, and that reality weighed heavily on me going into the process. ... From the very beginning, Latanya stood firmly in my corner. She not only understood the legal complexities of my case, but she also understood the human side of it—what it meant for me as a parent and for my family as a whole. She fought to protect my rights with strength, precision, and unwavering dedication. What meant the most to me was her commitment to making sure the truth was heard. She didn’t let assumptions or bias dictate the outcome. She was thorough, strategic, and fearless in advocating for me, ensuring that my voice—and the reality of my situation—was clearly and effectively presented to the court. Throughout the entire process, she was responsive, supportive, and incredibly sharp. She gave me confidence when I needed it most and guided me through every step with clarity and care. I never felt alone in the fight, and that made all the difference. I truly can’t say enough good things about Latanya Sewell. She is not only an exceptional attorney, but a powerful advocate for parents who need someone to stand up for them. I am beyond grateful for everything she has done for me and my family.

Posted by Albert | March 19, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Top Notch Attorney

My experience with Latanya was nothing but world class. She has the experience and expertise to make any client feel safe and comfortable with her representing them. She is tough but fair which is exactly what I needed. I would recommend her to everyone.

Posted by B savage | March 19, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Family

Girl Dad

I truly can’t put into words how grateful I am for my family attorney, Latanya Sewell. During one of the most difficult and emotional times in my life, she stood by me with patience, compassion, and unwavering support. She didn’t just treat me like another case—she treated me like a person who truly ...mattered. There was one moment I got a little beside myself after hearing  opposing council's remarks about my character. Latonya looked over at me gave me the mom eye. No words were said, but I knew I had to get back on my best behavior.  During one of our proceedings, Latanya was doing a cross-examination, and I’ll never forget that moment. She reminded me of Tom Cruise in A Few Good Men. It honestly felt like I was watching a movie—that level of confidence, precision, and command. That’s when I truly knew I was in good hands. Latanya Sewell is not only an exceptional attorney, but also an incredible person. I am beyond thankful for her dedication and support, and I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of a family attorney who truly cares. Sincerely B Savage. 

Posted by Anthony | March 19, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

The best family law lawyer there is

Hire her, trust her and do what she says. You will not regret it and she will go to war for you in the courtroom. I don't know what I would do without her. She helped me get my rights as a parent back which created peace and balance in my sons life.

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Latanya Sewell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Emily Rubenstein

Family lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ronald Litz

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer.Very knowledgable and a very good lawyer in Court."

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Peter Marek

Family lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nicholas Salick

Family lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly endorse Latanya as a family law attorney. Latanya's experience in family law is significant as she was a paralegal in family law for over 10 years prior to becoming an attorney, and her professionalism, knowledge and insight are phenomenal. Her work product was excellent and thorough, as was her availability to work on a contractual basis. It is only a matter of time before I will oppose her on a case, and I already know that I will have to work exceptionally hard to do so."

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Alexandra Lavinsky

Family lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Latanya is a wonderful and aggressive attorney for whom the bar exam was just a formality. She has years of training and first hand experience as a paralegal and the skills necessary to handle all aspects of family law."

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John O'Brien

Family lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of her clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Honors

2012

Dean's List, University of West Los Angeles

2011

Witkin Award, Witkin Award

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Owner, Law Offices of Latanya Sewell

1996 - 2014

Independent Paralegal, Various Family Law Firms

Sample of Legal Cases

Marriage of Dumont

1 year restraining order against Mom

Marriage of Valesco

Court granted request and Wife 's spousal support was reinstated

Marriage of Abraham v. Keeten

Obtained an affordable payment plan for father

Sandoval v. Ibarra

Court Order for the Immediate Return of the Minor Child to Mom's Care

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Education

2012

University of West Los Angeles School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

Latanya earned significant contribution points in 2014.

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