Top Orange County Divorce Lawyer & Family Law Attorney & Trained Divorce MediatorHighly Experienced in Finding Solutions in Divorce Cases So Clients Can Move On With Their LivesDedicated to Protecting Your Family
Orange County divorce attorney Gerald A. Maggio is an experienced family law and divorce attorney dedicated to providing a personalized approach to each client's legal representation based on their needs.
Mr. Maggio is experienced in all aspects of family law and divorce matters, including child custody and support, spousal support, marital asset division, and stepparent adoptions. Mr. Maggio has a reputation of fighting for client rights with compassion, experience, and professionalism with the goal of navigating his clients through the complicated legal process as quickly as possible so his clients can move on with their lives.
Mr. Maggio is also a trained divorce mediator who has amicably resolved many cases out of court because the court system is not necessarily always the best option to resolving cases. He believes in the mediation process to help families resolve their conflicts peacefully in the hopes of preserving family assets, integrity and respect, in the real world, with the understanding that court should always be the forum of very last resort.
Mr. Maggio understands that divorce is one of the most stressful and agonizing events that someone can ever experience in life, and he works with clients to help them get through their divorce or family law matter as quickly and painlessly as possible.
Practice areas
Our firm handles a full range of Family Law matters including divorce, legal separation, domestic partnerships, paternity, child custody, interstate custody, child support, spousal support, stepparent adoptions, domestic violence restraining orders, and domestic partnerships.We have experience with modifications of support and custody matters where there have been changes in one spouse’s financial circumstances and preparing petitions for contempt for failure to pay support or allow visitation.
24 years
Our firm handles a full range of Family Law matters including divorce, legal separation, domestic partnerships, paternity, child custody, interstate custody, child support, spousal support, stepparent adoptions, domestic violence restraining orders, and domestic partnerships.We have experience with modifications of support and custody matters where there have been changes in one spouse’s financial circumstances and preparing petitions for contempt for failure to pay support or allow visitation.
24 years
Our firm handles a full range of Family Law matters including divorce, legal separation, domestic partnerships, paternity, child custody, interstate custody, child support, spousal support, stepparent adoptions, domestic violence restraining orders, and domestic partnerships.We have experience with modifications of support and custody matters where there have been changes in one spouse’s financial circumstances and preparing petitions for contempt for failure to pay support or allow visitation.
24 years
Our firm handles a full range of Family Law matters including divorce, legal separation, domestic partnerships, paternity, child custody, interstate custody, child support, spousal support, stepparent adoptions, domestic violence restraining orders, and domestic partnerships.We have experience with modifications of support and custody matters where there have been changes in one spouse’s financial circumstances and preparing petitions for contempt for failure to pay support or allow visitation.
24 years
Our firm handles a full range of Family Law matters including divorce, legal separation, domestic partnerships, paternity, child custody, interstate custody, child support, spousal support, stepparent adoptions, domestic violence restraining orders, and domestic partnerships.We have experience with modifications of support and custody matters where there have been changes in one spouse’s financial circumstances and preparing petitions for contempt for failure to pay support or allow visitation.
24 years
Languages spoken
English
MAGGIO LAW Orange County Divorce Attorneys
Main Office
420 Exchange, Suite 270
Irvine, CA, 92602
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 1999 | 06/13/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
Client Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
Certified Specialist | State Bar of California | 2016 |
Top 100 Lawyers | The National Advocates | 2015 |
Featured Attorney In 2013 Top Attorney's Issue | OC Metro Magazine | 2013 |
Featured Attorney in 2012 Top Attorneys issue | OC Metro Magazine | 2012 |
Dean's List | Western State University College of Law | 1994 |
Dean's List | Western State University College of Law | 1993 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Founder | California Divorce Mediators | 2014 - Present |
Senior Partner | The Maggio Law Firm, Inc. | 2005 - Present |
Associate Attorney | Corbett, Steelman & Specter | 2004 - 2005 |
Associate Attorney | McArdle & Associates, P.C. | 2003 - 2004 |
Associate Attorney | Rizio & Nelson | 1999 - 2003 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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National Association of Distinguished Counsel | Member | 2015 - Present |
The National Advocates Top 100 Lawyers | Member | 2015 - Present |
Riverside County Bar Association, Family Law Section | Member | 2005 - Present |
State Bar of California, Family Law Section | Member | 2005 - Present |
Orange County Bar Association, Family Law Section | Member | 1996 - Present |
Divorce Magazine | Cheating Spouse | 2010 |
Online | Children Used in Emotional Abuse Ploys | 2010 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Western State University College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1999 |
San Diego State Univ | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1990 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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SCORE seminar | Family Law Issues & Implications on Your Business | 2013 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Custody Case Case-Orange County Superior Court | Mother has sole legal and physical custody of the minor child, with Father having supervised visitation, random drug testing, and child support |
IRMO Thiery (Orange County Superior Court) | Father awarded custody of the minor child with supervised visitation to mother. |
IRMO Smith (Orange County Superior Court) | Mother and children located, CA court ordered return of minor children to California into Father's custody, children were returned to California to Father. |
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Gregory Brown, Family Attorney on Feb 5, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have been practicing law for 23 years. If I needed a family law attorney, I would hire Mr. Maggio. I worked as co-counsel with Mr. Maggio on a complex dissolution matter involving spousal support, child support, custody and enormous forensic accounting issues covering 3 separate businesses. The case, unfortunately, spanned a 3 year period. The trial was extensive (long cause covering a 12 month period) and hotly contested. Mr. Maggio was at all times knowledgeable, responsive, understanding and reasonable. I observed his work over a lengthy period of time and found him to be ethical, highly competent and experienced in this emotionally charged area of law practice. He has my full endorsement. If I can provide any additional information about Mr. Maggio's work, I would be happy to do so. Gregory G. Brown, Brown & Charbonneau, LLP
Ronald Cordova, Family Attorney on Feb 22, 2011
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Gerry Maggio represented the opposing party in two of my recent family law matters. In both instances, he did so knowledgeably, vigorously and ethically - a standard always demanded, but often not met. In the first case, which was litigated, Gerry was prepared and well-spoken, polite but unrelenting in cross-examination. In the second matter, in which a negotiated resolution was reached, he was firm, but reasonable in advocating his client's position. I look forward seeing him across the counsel or conference table again.
Matthew Sundly, Family Attorney on Apr 26, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Gerald. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community and provides outstanding representation to his clients. He has the experience, dedication and backbone to take on the toughest cases and win. His case results speak for themselves.
Farzad Nezam, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 5, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Working with Gerry as an opposing attorney was actually a welcome relief. He was always prepared and a pleasure to speak with. He was fair and punctual and very respectful not to mention compassionate about the case and reaching a fair outcome.
Nema Daghbandan, Administrative law Attorney on Aug 6, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Walter McKeague, Family Attorney on Jun 25, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Michele Charbonneau, Family Attorney on Jan 14, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I strongly endorse Gerald Maggio. He is an exceptional attorney, who works hard to get results for his clients. He is well respected in the legal community as a skilled family law litigator. He is also a very effective mediator, working hard to resolve matters outside of court for his clients.
Douglas Borthwick, Family Attorney on Nov 26, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Wesley Hocker, Family Attorney on Jun 26, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Sean Cleary, Child custody Attorney on Jun 10, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community.
Michael Waddington, Family Attorney on May 30, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Gerald. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Max Alavi, Family Attorney on May 22, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Very competent and hard working.
William Bratton, Family Attorney on Nov 6, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer.A consumate professional and a pleasure to work with. Highly recommended.
Anne Healy, Family Attorney on Oct 10, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Justin Reden, Family Attorney on Oct 9, 2013
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Ewelina Szewczyk, Family Attorney on Jun 27, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
James Garrett, Family Attorney on May 11, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. His insightful contributions to Avvo show his thorough knowledge of family law.
Timothy Broussard, Family Attorney on Dec 11, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Good guy. Very professional and reliable. Excellant presentation. Works hard for his clients.
Howard Roitman, Family Attorney on Oct 7, 2012
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Ismail Mohammed, Family Attorney on Jul 18, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Maggio is an excellent attorney who will zealously advocate for his clients.
Suzanne Rehmani, Family Attorney on Jul 10, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer's work. Gerry is a knowledgeable, hard working and skilled attorney who has a lot of passion for his work and his clients. He is aggressive when he needs to be, and is also compassionate. I have referred many family law clients to Gerry, and always do so with the knowledge that they will be treated fairly and competently. I endorse him and his firm.
Gregory Rizio, Family Attorney on May 25, 2012
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
Gerry is a consummate professional that fights hard for his clients, cares deeply for them and obtains outstanding results for them as well. I highly recommend Gerald Maggio for anyone going through a difficult family legal matter
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