Top Rated San Diego, CA Family Lawyers

Family lawyers advise and represent clients in matters like divorce, custody, adoption, prenuptial agreements, and the civil aspects of domestic violence. They draft agreements, negotiate settlements, appear in family court, protect parental and financial rights, help enforce orders, and provide emotional and procedural guidance through sensitive family transitions.

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SMS Law Firm
2650 Camino Del Rio North, Suite 201, San Diego, CA

Family Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Family, Immigration, Estate Planning and more

Review: "I worked with James Shih at SMS Law for my Child Support case. The outcome of his hard work, knowledge, professionalism and thoroughness resulted in success. I would highly recommend SMS Law, especially James since that is who I worked with, for a..."

Rating: 6.6

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Yelman & Associates
3333 Camino Del Rio South Suite 140, San Diego, CA

Family Lawyer Licensed for 31 years

Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody and more

Review: "I had interviewed 5 different lawyers and unfortunately first worked with Bruce Beals who was not trustworthy, did not keep me informed and was not responsive. Tara Yellman was all of that and more. I felt she was a breath of fresh air in a time o..."

Rating: 8.8

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Law Offices of Rhonda A. Dowdy
12250 El Camino Real Ste 116, San Diego, CA

Family Lawyer Licensed for 34 years

Practice Areas: Family

Review: "Ms. Dowdy was a tremendous help with my case. She is a knowledgeable and fair attorney. I would highly recommend her to anyone who needs a lawyer."

Rating: 7.0

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3914 Murphy Canyon Rd., Suite A218, San Diego, CA

Family Lawyer Licensed for 10 years

Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Child Support and more

Review: "I am extremely greatful for the amazing service and care I received from Stephanie Borrowdale. She walked me through a very overwhelming process and made sure I was informed every step of the way. She was thorough, organized always available for a..."

Rating: 6.7

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Moore, Schulman & Moore, Apc
12220 El Camino Real Ste 300, San Diego, CA

Family Lawyer Licensed for 8 years

Practice Areas: Family

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2765 2nd Ave, San Diego, CA

Family Lawyer Licensed for 42 years

Practice Areas: Family, Construction & Development, Litigation and more

Review: "Ms. Hasso is one of the hardest working attorneys I have met. She has taken my family law case and has made a positive impact for my children and I. She cares, works hard, honest, doesn't cut corners, positive etc."

Rating: 6.7

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Fyfe Law Firm
10620 Treena Street, Suite 230, San Diego, CA

Family Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Family, Estate Planning, Trusts and more

Bio: I’m Lauren K. Fyfe, founder of Fyfe Law Firm, APC. I help individuals and families throughout California prepare for the future and navigate important life transitions with clear advice and an approachable, personal touch. My practice focuses on e...

Rating: 8.9

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Law Office of Andrew J. Benjamin
501 West Broadway, Suite 520, San Diego, CA

Family Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Family, General Practice, Mediation

Bio: I represent clients throughout San Diego County and other areas of California. Although I focus primarily on Family Law matters, I am also experienced in a variety of civil matters. My experience includes both working as an advocate for clients as...

Rating: 7.4

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Jones Day
12265 El Camino Real, Suite 200, San Diego, CA

Family Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Family

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Law Office of Dawn Dell'Acqua
2727 Camino Del Rio S Ste 202, San Diego, CA

Family Lawyer Licensed for 9 years

Practice Areas: Family, Estate Planning, Domestic Violence and more

Review: "Ariel took time explaining when i didnt understand things and on top of that she understood fristrations with the other party and treated me like a person not a number"

Rating: 6.1

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Moore Schulman & Moore
12636 High Bluff Dr Ste 200, San Diego, CA

Family Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation

Bio: I was born and raised in Los Angeles after my parents immigrated from Russia. I earned my dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in Political Science and Sociology from the University of California, San Diego. During my time at UCSD, I was was the captain ...

Rating: 9.2

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Dennis Seymour APC
750 B Street, Suite 1710, San Diego, CA

Family Lawyer Licensed for 41 years

Practice Areas: Family

Review: "Mr. Seymour has been a saving grace in a very hectic time for our family. Though my spouse and I parted on fairly good terms, there was still so much to sort out for our children, finances, etc. It was a huge headache, especially since we'd been m..."

Rating: 6.6

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Cordell & Cordell
1455 Frazee Road, Suite 1050, San Diego, CA

Family Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation and more

Review: "After talking with her and getting advice, she was very passionate in her craft and considers it an art form of what she does, thus making me fully trusted in her."

Rating: 7.1

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Reel Fathers Rights APC
401 W A St, Suite 340, San Diego, CA

Family Lawyer Licensed for 5 years

Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Domestic Violence and more

Bio: Primary Office: Corona, CA — serves Riverside, San Bernardino & all of Southern CaliforniaBar Admitted: California State Bar, 2021Practice Focus: Divorce · Child Custody · Child Support · Domestic ViolenceAwards: Super Lawyers Rising Star 2026...

Rating: 7.9

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Yale & Baumgarten LLP
1450 Frazee Rd Ste 403, San Diego, CA

Family Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Family, Litigation, Landlord & Tenant and more

Bio: I am a fourth-generation San Diego lawyer. I was born and raised in the East County area of San Diego County. I graduated from the University of San Diego School of Law in 2008 and joined the firm of Yale & Baumgarten, LLP that same year,...

Rating: 7.2

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