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Santa Monica, CA Child custody lawyers

72 lawyers specializing in Child Custody are available in the Santa Monica, CA area.

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Santa Monica has 72 Child custody Attorneys with 738 Reviews

  • Alphonse Provinziano

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    Law Offices of Alphonse F. Provinziano & Associates
    2500 Broadway, Ste. #125, Santa Monica, CA
    5.0 stars 89 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Child custody Lawyer Licensed
    Aggressive Advocacy. Outstanding Results. Excellent Customer Service.

    Practice area
    25% Child custody, 50% Family, 25% Divorce and separation

    Cost
    Hourly Rates, $285-$695/hourRetainer Some attorneys require an upfront payment to secure their services before they begin their work Sometimes

    License
    CA, Active since 2004

  • David Pisarra

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    1305 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA
    4.5 stars 12 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 9.3  
    Child custody Lawyer Licensed
    Fatherhood is forever - it's your most permanent relationship. Let me help you keep it.
  • Crystal Boultinghouse

    Fernandez & Karney
    429 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 120, Santa Monica, CA
    4.5 stars 15 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 8.4  
    Child custody Lawyer Licensed
    Achieving the Best Result in Your Family Law Matter with an Emphasis on Litigation and Resolution
  • Steven Fernandez

    Fernandez & Karney
    429 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 120, Santa Monica, CA
    5.0 stars 5 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 9.8  
    Child custody Lawyer Licensed
    I was admitted to the State Bar of California in 1989. In 2012, the State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization designated me as a California Certified Family Law Specialist in Family Law. I am currently a partner at the Santa Monica la...
  • Shannon Payne

    Payne Law Group
    2530 Wilshire Blvd., 3nd Floor, Santa Monica, CA
    5.0 stars 11 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 8.3  
    Child custody Lawyer Licensed
    Shannon E. Payne is a graduate of the University of La Verne College of Law in Ontario, California. She received her B.A. in Psychology from the University of Missouri, with a Minor in Hispanic Studies and a Certificate in Women and Gender Studies...
  • Mark Karney

    FERNANDEZ & KARNEY
    429 Santa Monica Blvd. SUITE 120, P.O. Box 1128, Santa Monica, CA
    4.5 stars 10 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 8.7  
    Child custody Lawyer Licensed
    Mark Karney is a Certified Family Law Specialist and managing partner at the Family Law firm of Fernandez & Karney. Choosing the correct divorce or family law attorney for your case is the most important decision that you will ever make. Mark H. K...
  • Tammy Andrews

    1541 Ocean Ave Ste 200, Santa Monica, CA
    3.5 stars 6 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Child custody Lawyer Licensed
    Tammy L. Andrews is the founding attorney of Andrews Family Law and Mediation Offices.   As a Certified Family Law Specialist, Tammy actively chooses to take the “high road” in her litigation practice in order to facilitate a more amicable experie...
  • Jean Kim

    The Law Office of Fernandez & Karney
    429 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 120, Santa Monica, CA
    5.0 stars 1 review
    Avvo Rating: 7.5  
    Child custody Lawyer Licensed
    Jean Young Kim, Esq., is an Associate Attorney at Fernandez & Karney, APLC. Prior to joining the firm, Ms. Kim clerked for the California Sixth District Court of Appeal, the Santa Clara County Hall of Justice, and for the Santa Clara County Juveni...
  • Arsalan Hayatdavoodi

    Hayat Family Law and Mediation
    100 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 700, Santa Monica, CA
    5.0 stars 3 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 8.1  
    Child custody Lawyer Licensed
    I discovered early on that I had a passion for helping people. As an immigrant to the U.S., I quickly learned that helping others through mediation was one of my strengths. The field of law was one way I could help others and make an impact on the...
  • Joy Stanley

    JOY STANLEY LAW CORPORATION
    2425 Olympic Blvd Ste 4000 W, Santa Monica, CA
    5.0 stars 6 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 6.7  
    Child custody Lawyer Licensed
    Joy Stanley is one of the preeminent family law attorneys in Los Angeles. For over twenty-five years, Ms. Stanley has dedicated her career to exceeding client expectations with client representation at the highest level. Ms. Stanley is internation...
  • Chelsea Norris

    Chelsea M. Norris
    100 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 700, Santa Monica, CA
    5.0 stars 33 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 6.3  
    Child custody Lawyer Licensed
    CERTIFIED FAMILY LAW SPECIALIST (CFLS)Certified by the State Board of Legal Specialization   Chelsea M. Norris is a 2013 graduate of the Juris Doctorate program at UCLA School of Law in Los Angeles, California. During her tenure at UCLA, Ms. Nor...
  • Stephen McCall

    Fernandez & Karney, APLC
    429 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 120, Santa Monica, CA
    5.0 stars 1 review
    Avvo Rating: 6.6  
    Child custody Lawyer Licensed
    Review: “I found Mr. McCall to be a dedicated and professional family law attorney. He is quiet and reserved when necessary in the most continsous and high conflict proceedings. He listens and when appropriate takes command with f...
  • Matthew Rich

    Law Offices of Matthew Rich
    2219 Main St., Suite 704, Santa Monica, CA
    5.0 stars 2 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 6.5  
    Child custody Lawyer Licensed
    Review: “Matthew was a good listener, he was understanding, he was focused on helping and was very kind while being very effective. He was always informative and explained things so I could understand. If Matthew was in court Tif...
  • Limor Mojdehiazad

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    Child custody Attorney near Santa Monica (Los Angeles)
    5.0 stars 37 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Child custody Lawyer Licensed
    Limor was born in Israel and grew up in Los Angeles. She has a natural ability to put her clients at ease and lend support when it’s needed most. Her tenacious personality, relentless negotiation skills, and understanding of the law help her achie...
  • Adam Schanz

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    Child custody Attorney near Santa Monica (Beverly Hills)
    5.0 stars 28 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Child custody Lawyer Licensed
    Strong advocacy. Focused on achieving reasonable and cost-effective solutions for you. Call today.

    Practice area
    25% Child custody, 25% Divorce and separation, 25% Child support, and more.

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    License
    CA, Active since 2006

  • Cathleen Norton

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    Child custody Attorney near Santa Monica (Beverly Hills)
    5.0 stars 74 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Child custody Lawyer Licensed
    CA Bar Certified Family Law Specialist! Super Lawyer 2013-2023! Graduate of UCLA & UCLA Law School

    Practice area
    20% Child custody, 30% Divorce and separation, 20% Family, and more.

    Cost
    Free Consultation
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    30 minutesHourly Rates, $395-$450/hourRetainer Some attorneys require an upfront payment to secure their services before they begin their work Always

    License
    CA, Active since 2005

  • Michael Maguire

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    Child custody Attorney near Santa Monica (Beverly Hills)
    5.0 stars 14 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Child custody Lawyer Licensed
    We are devoted to protecting you, your children and your relationships with each other!

    Practice area
    25% Child custody, 25% Alimony, 25% Divorce and separation, and more.

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    CA, Active since 2008

  • Marshall Waller

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    Child custody Attorney near Santa Monica (Beverly Hills)
    5.0 stars 13 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Child custody Lawyer Licensed
    FULLY OPERATIONAL DURING COVID-19 CRISIS. TELEPHONE AND VIDEO CONFERENCES AVAILABLE. Certified Family Law Specialist, years of experience including international custody issues.

    Practice area
    20% Child custody, 30% Family, 30% Divorce and separation, and more.

    Cost
    Hourly Rates, $375-$675/hour

    License
    CA, Active since 1981

  • Alexa Tibshraeny

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    Child custody Attorney near Santa Monica (Los Angeles)
    5.0 stars 24 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 9.7  
    Child custody Lawyer Licensed
    Dedicated Family Law Attorney

    Practice area
    25% Child custody, 25% Divorce and separation, 25% Child support, and more.

    Cost
    Free Consultation
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    30 minutes

    License
    CA, Active since 2013

  • Joni Salomon

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    Child custody Attorney near Santa Monica (Beverly Hills)
    5.0 stars 17 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Child custody Lawyer Licensed
    Award winning, certified family law attorney. Free phone or videoconference consultations available. No office visit required. Call Today!

    Practice area
    16% Child custody, 20% Divorce and separation, 16% Domestic violence, and more.

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    CA, Active since 2003

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Nearby Courthouses

Chatsworth Courthouse
Superior Court, 9425 Penfield Ave.
Chatsworth, CA 91311
818-407-2200Court Website | Get Directions

Governor George Deukmejian Courthouse
Superior Court, 275 Magnolia
Long Beach, CA 90802
562-256-3100Court Website | Get Directions

Bellflower Courthouse
Superior Court, 10025 East Flower Street
Bellflower, CA 90706
562-345-3300Court Website | Get Directions

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