Babak Robert Farzad

Babak Robert Farzad

also known as B. Robert Farzad, Robert Farzad

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 29 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Costa Mesa, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Family

611 Anton Blvd., Suite 840, Costa Mesa, CA

About Babak

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

Our law firm represents husbands and wives, both prejudgment and post judgment for all of their divorce needs.

50%
Child Custody 30%

Our law firm represents fathers and mothers in their divorce and parentage cases that involve child custody and parenting time.

30%
Family 20%

Our family law practice includes divorce, parentage, domestic violence restraining orders actions and more. We represent clients both prejudgment and post judgment.

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 495-595 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 29 years

State: California

Acquired: 1996

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Location

Farzad & Ochoa Family Law Attorneys, LLP

611 Anton Blvd., Suite 840, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626

Farzad & Ochoa Family Law Attorneys, LLP

555 Flower Street, Suite 760, Los Angeles, CA, 90071

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402 West Broadway, Suite 400, San Diego, CA, 92101

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Babak Robert Farzad's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Child Support

Posted by anonymous | September 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Amazing lawyer

I retained R. FARZAD for a custody/child support case for my son. This firm is amazing! This firm is extremely professional and Robert really makes himself available to you as a client. I was successful in getting the custody terms that I requested, and child support. All of the lawyers are very know...ledgeable and will work hard for you!

Posted by C.R.R (father) | October 20, 2014 | Child Support

Couldn't Ask for Better

When my ex-wife filed papers for more custody and child support, I chose the attorneys at Farzad Family Law. They were professional, honest and always had my best interest in mind. They were always quick to return my phone calls and emails, and never beat around the bush. They will be honest and stra...it forward with you about your case. Because of all these amazing qualities, I was able to protect my children and actually had child support awarded to me. I can't thank the attorneys at Farzad Family Law enough for the care and dedication they put into my case. I recommend this law firm to anybody that is going through a divorce or custody battle.

Posted by William | July 18, 2012 | Child Support

If you have big case, you need Robert Farzad to defending you

I had case with my ex wife who I divorced 15 years ago. She wanted a low six figure reimbursement from me, though she is insanely rich and I am not, for what she claimed were medical bills for my daughter but were really almost all educational expenses. In the past, I have had multiple bad experienc...es with divorce attorneys, whom I spent fortunes on. The past attorneys in my divorce case were high profile and very expensive. Unfortunately, some were ill prepared, did not communicate or return calls and did not work hard on the case. They would show up and wing it, after I paid them the price of a decent BMW. So when this case came up, I went on my own as a pro per, since I could not believe anyone would take the ex’s claim serious. How wrong I was, the case turned bad and I thought I was going to have a large judgment against me because of a recommendation made by a court appointed referee. I thought I would lose and owe low six figures to the ex, so I called an appeals attorney who then recommended me to Robert Farzad of Farzad & Mazarei. The appeals guy said this was not appeal time, what I needed was a smart lawyer to win this. I met Robert. He explained to me how we would present the case. Robert is an amazing attorney, he turned the case around by finding due process errors in the court’s order and the court appointed referee’s recommendations. By the time Robert was done, the court set aside its own order and my ex’s case started to fall apart because Robert Farzad was able to show that the case didn’t have merit. Robert filed an attorney fee motion against my ex since she makes significantly more money than I do and that became the catalyst for her dismissing the case, paying part of my lawyer’s fees in the process and paying ME child support. Robert gets every detail, he prepares like nothing I have ever seen, and he is an encyclopedia of legal knowledge. If you have serious money at stake, he is the attorney that I would recommend in a moment. He is not cheap but you get your money’s worth, as I did. Also his staff are great, all of whom respond quickly and are very kind professional people. He is exactly the type of lawyer you want if you need a great divorce attorney who knows his stuff.

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Babak Robert Farzad's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joel Bailey

Family lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Robert Farzad personally and professionally for approximately 28 years. His integrity and depth of knowledge in his field is astounding; I would not hesitate to refer friends or even family to him, comfortable in the knowledge that they will receive the highest degree of care and service."

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Yvette Ochoa

Family lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"Robert's intelligence, intensity and communication skills are excellent. He is there for each client and ensures each client's needs are met, whether it be by taking the time to speak with a client in person or by telephone to providing outstanding courtroom skills on any issue. Robert is truly an exceptional family law attorney."

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Matthew Sundly

Family lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Co-worker

"I've worked with Robert for a decade. He is the hardest working lawyer I know. Relentless, tireless and passionate about the practice of family law. I endorse Robert."

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Brian Bayati

Family lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've had the pleasure of knowing Robert as a knowledgeable and caring attorney in the Orange County legal community for numerous years now. Robert is a well versed family law litigator who cares about his clients and their well being. For these and numerous other reasons, I endorse Robert!"

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Matthew Kremer

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Robert Farzad is tough, aggressive, knowledgeable, with great trial skills...and a wonderful litigator to work with. I would not hesitate to refer my own family members to him should the need arise."

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Dennis Chang

Family lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I am in my 32nd year of practicing law. I first met Robert when we opposed each other in a highly contentious divorce litigation matter. Robert is smart, knows the law and is an expert at getting the job done. Years after we met, when I was involved in a divorce, I hired Robert to represent me. As such, I have worked with Robert across the table from him and on the same side of the table. Absolute top notch."

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Chad Maddox

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Farzad is an amazing attorney. He commands the courtroom with his knowledge of the law. He garners respect and admiration from his clients. He is the kid of attorney that redeems the profession from its bad reputation."

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Jane Oak

Family lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Robert is one of the best communicators and negotiators I have ever seen. And, during our case, he was always timely, responsive, and professional. After our case was concluded, I have referred several clients to him and they all are very grateful. I highly recommend him."

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Joan Loos

Family lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Babak. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Max Alavi

Family lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Thurman Arnold

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Robert has a strong passion for family law, and practices almost exclusively in the Orange County courts."

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Timothy Liebaert

Business lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known him since law school and worked closely together on many difficult cases. He is a worthy adversary and I am glad I have never had a case against him. Tim Liebaert."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Services to the OCBA, Family Law Executive Committee, Orange County Bar Association, Family Law Section

2018

Services to Orange County Bar Association, Family Law Committee, Orange County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Managing Partner, Farzad & Ochoa Family Law Attorneys, LLP

1998 - Present

President, B. Robert Farzad, a professional corporation (Formerly Farzad Family Law)

1996 - 1998

Associate, Wallin & Klarich

Associations

2021 - Present

Human Options

Board of Directors

2019 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

2019 - Present

San Diego County Family Law Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

United States Supreme Court

Licensed to practice

1996 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

1996 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Member

1996 - Present

Supreme Court of California

Licensed to practice

2023 - 2023

Orange County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Chair

2022 - 2022

Orange County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Chair Elect

2021 - 2021

Orange County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Secretary/Treasurer

2017 - 2025

Orange County Bar Association, Family Law Committee

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Marriage dissolution matter (party names not provided for privacy reasons)

Wife prevailed

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Education

1994

Western State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

Western State University College of Law

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2020

2019

Orange County Bar Association, Family Law Section Down the Rabbit Hole: Presenting and Defending Attorney Fee Claims

2019

California Solo and Small Firm Summit: The 21st Century Law Firm Understanding & Evaluating Legal Research Tools

2018

2016

Legal Aid Society

Legal Aid Society of Orange County Boot Camp for new LEAP participants

2010

Domestic Violence - UC Berkeley, California

Domestic Violence in the Middle Eastern Community

Publications

2019

farzadlaw.com Divorce in California

2016

2014

2014

Farzad Family Law California divorce trials

2014

Farzad Family Law Legal Divorce Tips for Guys

2014

2014

Farzad Family Law California Child Support Laws

2014

2014

2014

2014

farzadlaw.com Speed up my divorce

2014

2014

2014

2013

2013

2013

farzadlaw.com Alimony in California

2013

Languages

English

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