$ 495-495 per hour
Los Angeles and Orange County family lawyers that solve your problems, not add to them.
Our Attorneys outperform on all family law matters including; divorce, property, child custody and support issues.
Experienced, effective and ready to help… We know that if you need consult a family law attorney it means that something has gone wrong in your life.
You may have been served with divorce papers.
Your former spouse may not be complying with a visitation order.
You may have lost your job, making support payments impossible to meet.
These challenges, and others are stressful enough. Hammers Baltazar will provide legal counsel that will help you solve problems, not add to your difficulties.
From a simple mediation to a complex, high net worth trial– we will work with you in the most effective way possible.
Our Lawyers are committed to solving family problems. We know that divorce is often too expensive, too lengthy and too limited by the constraints of a traditional family law practice. We help you select the most effective solution; a collaborative settlement, a negotiated mediation, or an assertive trial strategy that protects you and your children.
“We mark our success in many ways, one of the most gratifying is that we settle 85% of our cases without going to trial. Another is that over 75% of our new business is referred to us by satisfied clients and former opposing counsel.” -Barbara Hammers, Senior Litigation Partner.
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11661 San Vicente Blvd.,, Suite 820, Los Angeles, CA, 90049
276 Victoria Street, Costa Mesa, CA, 92627
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Posted by Mike | July 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney
I had fears that my divorce would not go smoothly. Barbara ensured that the each step of the process was executed with precision and professionalism. Her office continued to thrive during the Covid pandemic. She is worth every penny! She listened to all of my questions (especially the silly ones ...
Posted by anonymous | June 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney
After wasting time and money with others I was referred to Barbara for help. She took over and got great results much sooner than I expected. Barbara and her partner Armine both have many years of experience and really know family law well. She communicates very clearly and really knows how to get ot...
Posted by anonymous | February 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I have hired Barber hammers for two different divorces over he 16 year. And I have found it she is very knowledgeable in the law and is also very understanding and listens to the client. Both times I don't want to use the word Victorious but I came out on top of both of my divorces and got what I was...
Posted by Jason | November 25, 2014
Barbara has represented me for many years and has handled all of my actions with professionism, care and accuracy. Most importantly she has successfully argued and won all of my actions. Barbara has successfully represented me in multiple child support actions. She also has helped me to obtain bo...
Posted by anonymous | August 10, 2014
I first began working with Barbara Hammers in 2006 in regards to a very volatile custody situation. Barbara guided me through some very tough and emotional situations including numerous false allegations from my child's mother. Barbara handled each situation with complete professionalism and a high l...
"I have worked with Barbara on multiple matters and always found her to be an excellent attorney with a great knowledge of the law and the case. She was professional at all times and a great representative of her client."
"I proudly endorse Attorney Hammers. She is well respected both in her own legal community and here on the AVVO community. I would recommend her services to anyone in need of excellent family law representation."
"Barbara Hammers is a highly skilled and knowledgeable family law attorney. I strongly endorse Barbara Hammers."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. She is VERY knowledgeable and will fight harder than any other professional in the area to achieve justice for her clients. Even when navigating rough litigious terrain, she will stay the course when many of her colleagues would consider giving up. She truly is a pleasure to work with and an asset to the field."
"Barbara Hammers is an extremely bright, highly competent family law attorney. She has a calm, unflappable personality, well-suited for dealing with the emotional nature of her client's disputes. She is also very ethical; our local judges know that, and it gives her a lot of credibility with them. Her rates and litigation approach are reasonable. Mrs. Hammers is my "Go To" attorney for family law referrals."
"Barbara Hammers is an excellent family law attorney, and is a pleasure to work with. She has an excellent reputation and is a trustee of the Santa Monica Bar Association. I have referred clients to her. "
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Top Attorney in Family Law, OC Register Metro Magazine
2014
Southern California Super Lawyer - Family Law, SuperLawyer Magazine
2013
Southern Californa Superlawyer, Famlily Law, Superlawyers Magazine
2013
Top Attorney in Family Law, OC Register Metro Magazine
2012
Southern California Super Lawyer, Family Law, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Top Attorney in Family Law, OC Metro Magazine
2011
Top 5 Attorneys in Orange County for Family Law, OC Metro Magazine
2010
Top 5 Lawyers in Orange County for Family Law, OC Metro Magazine
2004 - Present
Partner, Hammers & Baltazar, LLP
2002 - 2004
Principle, Hammers & Baltazar, APLC
1997 - 2002
Principle, Kelly & Hammers, APC
2011 - Present
State Bar of California, Family Law SectionExecutive Committee Advisor
2007 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember, Family Law Section
2005 - Present
Los Angeles Collaborative Family Law AssociationMember
1997 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - 2010
Santa Monica Bar AssociationPresident
2008 - 2011
State Bar of CaliforniaFamily Law Section Executive Committee Member
2007 - 2012
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationFamily Law Section Executive Committee Member
2006 - 2012
Santa Monica Bar AssociationBoard of Trustees
2006 - 2009
Santa Monica Bar AssociationChair, Family Law Section
2005 - 2008
State Bar of CaliforniaFamily Law Section Standing Committee Chair
1997 - 2011
Beverly Hills Bar AssociationFamily Law Section Member
1997 - 2010
American Bar AssociationFamily Law Section Member
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