Avalon Family Lawyers

Mr. Walmsley is a partner with law firm of Jarrette & Walmsley, LLP. He has practiced law in the area of family law, and related matters, for over 30 years. He also practices in the fields of adoptions, dependency, surrogacy/reproductive rights, and guardianship of children. He handles appeals and has over 15 published appellate and supreme court decisions. He has written, and actively promoted, numerous statutes concerning family matters. Has been a presenter, nationally and internationally, almost annually for approximately 30 years.

My name is David Baum, and I am the managing attorney with the Law Offices of David H. Baum, APLC. I have managed my Law Firm for more than thirty one years. We offer the finest quality adoption legal services for birth mothers, birth fathers and adoptive parents. Currently in the United States, adoption laws are experiencing substantial revisions. In California especially, legislature and state courts continue to change and ratify child adoption laws. Every decision made by the legislative and judicial party affects everyone involved in the adoption process, including birth parents, adoptive families, adoption agencies, and adoption law firms....

Prior to forming Lavinsky Law, Alexandra Lavinsky was a litigator at the Law Offices of Ronald A. Litz (2007- 2012, 2003-2005) a general civil litigation firm with an emphasis on Family Law. As an associate, she was involved in all aspects of the practice and had the advantage of working directly with Mr. Litz, a pillar in the Southern California family law community. Prior to that, she practiced law as a defense attorney at the law firm of Ford, Walker, Haggerty and Behar (2005-2007) where she handled cases from the pre-litigation stages through trial, arbitration, and mediation and learned how...

Ted Khalaf is highly skilled in all legal matters pertaining to Divorce and Family Law within the state of California. Our team of skilled lawyers will represent you throughout the process of understanding your rights around a divorce, custody battle or marital and child support situation. Besides being emotionally devastating, a divorce can be financially crippling, and it is essential that you align yourself with a Divorce and Family Law attorney who will represent you to the fullest extent. A Proven Track Record of Success Whether you are dealing with the difficult task of marital property...

Michael L. Whitmarsh completed his undergraduate studies at U.C.L.A. in 2002. He then taught children with autism and trained and competed in triathlons for two years before attending Southwestern University School of Law’s evening program. Michael worked full time at a business litigation law firm while earning his J.D. He graduated in December 2007, passed the February 2008 bar exam and since then he has dedicated his practice to exclusively to family law matters. Michael is a member of the Los Angeles County Bar Association’s Family Law Section, Beverly Hills Bar Association’s Family Law Section and the Southern California Family...

Ms. Manley takes a holistic approach to resolving the problems arising from divorce. She not only helps her clients obtain divorce decrees, but also listens to each individual client to help determine the appropriate and most desirable post-divorce legal and financial relationships. Gathering insight from her work as Director of Human Resources at a New York national publishing company as well as her career in family law, Ms. Manley understands that divorcing spouses are likely to have some form of continuing relationship post-divorce, especially where issues of custody and support are involved, and that listening to...

Attorney Adam N. Schanz earned his Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, with Honors, from University of California, Santa Barbara. He earned his Juris Doctorate from Pepperdine School of Law in 2006. During law school, Mr. Schanz clerked for the Honorable Robert P. Applegate in the Los Angeles Superior Court, Family Law Division.

Since admission to the California bar in 2006, Mr. Schanz has worked solely in the private practice of Family Law where he has built an exemplary reputation for integrity, professionalism, and dedication to his work. He has represented hundreds of clients including many professionals, celebrities, and high...

The highly respected negotiators and trial attorneys at Seastrom Tuttle & Murphy are regularly recognized for their ability to get results. The firm's Orange County divorce attorneys have successfully represented clients in complex and high profile cases. By limiting the number of clients each attorney represents at any given time it ensures that every client receives the highest level of service and attention. The firm is committed to working closely with clients to develop customized solutions and be a step ahead of the process to achieve exceptional results.

Vince's experience spans over a decade working in several areas of the legal profession ranging from both the plaintiff's and defense's side of personal injury and insurance litigation, to residential and commercial real estate, and business litigation. Vince earned his Bachelor's degree from Long Beach State in 2001 and his Juris Doctor from Chapman University School of Law in 2005.

Being born and raised in Southern California, Mr. Baskin has a deep understanding of the needs of the community which he vigorously serves.  Mr. Baskin's experience has given him invaluable insight into the legal system where he continues to make connections that help advocate for his clients to achive the best results on each case he handles. His team of professionals will work hard for on your case.

I have been practicing Family Law almost exclusively since 2003. I like the freedom of running my own practice and also working in Long Beach. I have been able to do both since 2005. I take pleasure in helping my clients obtain the best possible result in their family law case - negotiating and settling a case when appropriate or litigating to trial when not.

I am passionate about helping individuals, families, and business owners achieve peace of mind by developing and implementing creative cost effective plans tailored for each client. I have been a practicing attorney since May of 2011. Prior to attending law school, I was a family law and estate planning paralegal for approximately 20 years. In that time I acted as a Paralegal for several attorneys. After establishing my own practice, I used all of my skills and knowledge to develop my family law practice. I raised my three children as a single mother while working and attending...

Robin Huggins is a partner and supervising attorney in Kring & Chung’s family law department. With more than 17 years in experience and knowledge as a family law attorney, she has a demonstrated track record of effectively guiding and counseling her clients through the difficulties of various family law matters. Ms. Huggins prides herself on providing sensitive yet insightful advice tailored to a client’s budgetary constraints, but can aggressively advocate her client’s position in the court room when necessary. Ms. Huggins was admitted to practice law in California in May of 1998. Since her admission, she has focused...

Born in Virginia. Traveled extensively and worked abroad. Attended Nurnberg American High School in Nurnberg, Germany and George C. Marshall Regional High School In Ankara, Turkey. B.A. in International Relations from University of Arizona, 1975. J.D. from Seattle University School of Law, 1979. Phi Alpha Delta legal Fraternity. Rule 9 Limited Admission to Practice in Washington State, 1979. Admitted to California Bar, 1980. Admitted to U.S. District Court, Central District of California and U.S. Court of Appeal for the Ninth Circuit, 1981. Parliamentarian, NASBA. Past delegate ABA. Arbitrator for the Orange County Superior Court. Member Family Law section...

Glen L. Rabenn has practiced family law in the Superior Courts of Orange and Los Angeles counties since 1975. In 1981 he became one of the first attorneys in California to be certified as a Family Law Specialist. Mr. Rabenn is a past chairperson of the Long Beach Bar Association Family Law Section and is the founder of the Family Law Mediation program in the Long Beach Courthouse. Mr. Rabenn handles all aspects of family law, with emphasis on the division of businesses and professional practices, child support and spousal support (alimony). He can be...

Jeanann Khalife, attorney-mediator is the Managing Partner at Alternative Divorce Solutions, Inc. (“ADS”). Ms. Khalife commenced her legal career in 2012 as a litigation attorney, with a primary focus in Business and Employment Law. She enjoyed the challenging nature of the litigation realm and excelled in case management and legal argumentative construction. As time passed, Jeanann noticed that she had an inclination to do more with her legal career. She desired to utilize her legal training to positively impact her community. The question was how? Divorce Mediation, was an unexpected path in Ms. Khalife's career. However, it proved to be the path...

ORANGE COUNTY DIVORCE AND FAMILY LAW ATTORNEY Ms. Raqueno is an Orange County divorce and family law attorney with an office conveniently located in Newport Beach, California. She has extensive experience in all aspects of family law including dissolution, legal separation, paternity, child custody, visitation, support, property division, restraining orders and modifications. With this experience, Ms. Raqueno is committed to helping her clients create positive solutions that best fit their particular needs. Ms. Raqueno provides individualized, compassionate and professional legal representation to her clients. She believes in establishing an open-line of communication from the onset of each...

I come from a long line of family law attorneys. I am a Certified Family Law Specialist in Family Law dedicate to providing caring outstanding service to my clients.

My areas of specialty relate to custody, visitation, support, division of assets and domestic violence. I also handle pre and post nuptial agreements.

I have also obtained an MBA from Pepperdine University in 1981

Roger E. Naghash is dedicated to aggressively advocating for the rights and interests of his clients in a broad range of legal matters. He provides customized legal services and representation to fit the specific needs of each client. Always with honesty and integrity, Roger is a fierce advocate who fights for the justice his clients are entitled to under state and federal laws. He is committed to keeping clients informed and involved, and pursuing the best possible outcomes with quality, hands-on, and affordable service.

Roger earned his B.S. from Western State University and his J.D. from Western State University College of...

Jason Martinez is a co-founding partner of RM Law Group, LLP. His practice focuses exclusively on California Family Law and community property division, including litigation and settlement of complex and high-conflict divorce and child custody proceedings. Jason understands that divorce and family law issues have long-term effects on all family members, especially the children. To effectuate his clients’ goals, he uses a variety of advanced litigation techniques, both in and out of the courtroom to minimize the emotional toll of the Family Law process. At the outset of each case, he works closely with his clients to tailor the most...

Diefer Law Group, PC provides legal representation to victims of discrimination, sexual harassment, and employer retaliation in the workplace. As former employment defense lawyers, our Orange County employment law attorneys provide clients with a unique perspective; a perspective that enables them to craft innovative case strategies for each case that they handle. Our firm offers employee-focused representation throughout Southern California, zealously fighting for the rights of our clients. While caring, our lawyers are also aggressive. We are not afraid to go to trial and take pride in our ability to find solutions to complicated employment law problems. When it...

A compassionate attorney with real life-experiences (I had successful careers before becoming an attorney) that prepared me to relate with most of my clients. We are not your typical lawyer who has great lawyering skills but unable to relate to average clients. We try to simplify the process so you won't feel left out. We vigorously fight for your right but excellent in negotiating a WIN-WIN result that won't escalate the case or the cost of prosecuting your case. We strive to be part of the solution to your problem:not become part of your problem. Call us and experience the...

Ronn Bisbee has firmly established himself as a prominent child support attorney who is not afraid to aggressively litigate child support matters in court, and his track record shows it. He’s collected millions in support for custodial parents across the country. Here are some of his success stories http://www.enforcemyorder.com/testimonials. As a former Deputy District Attorney for Child Support Division, and now in the private sector, Ronn Bisbee been enforcing child and spousal support orders for over two decades. No Money Up Front! If We Don't Collect, You Don't Pay!

Mary Melech is an associate attorney at Holstrom, Block & Parke, APLC. She graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles with a degree in Political Science. She went on to receive her Juris Doctor from Chapman University School of Law, which she attended on scholarship. She focuses her practice primarily on family law, with an emphasis in child custody, domestic violence, and child support. Her commitment to clients gained her a 10.0 Superb rating on Avvo. She is a member of multiple, prestigious organizations such as the American Civil Liberties Union of South California, the American Bar Association, and...

The Law Office of Jamison K. Shedwill is a Brea law firm led by Attorney Shedwill, a sole practitioner of family law. Mr. Shedwill earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Political Science from the University of California, Santa Barbara in 1990. He received his Juris Doctorate degree from California Western School of Law in San Diego, where he graduated with honors in 1993. While in law school, Attorney Shedwill was the Editor of the International Law Journal. Mr. Shedwill was admitted to practice before all of the courts in the State of California in December of 1993....

Tracy Jackson Willis received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the Lockhaven University of Pennsylvania and her Juris Doctorate from Western State University College of Law. Tracy graduated Summa Cum Laude and earned the Marcia Blanchard Wilbur Memorial Award for outstanding woman student in recognition of outstanding leadership and superior academic achievement from Western State University College of Law. Tracy's bar membership includes the United States District Court, Central District of California. Tracy served as a legal research extern to Justice William F. Rylaarsdam of the 4th Appellate District Court. Tracy also fine tuned her writing skills on law review and...

Los Angeles Family Lawyer www.FerrariLawOffice.com

In 2015, The National Trial Lawyers recognized Mr. Villegas as being one of the Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers in California. Mr. Villegas also serves as a member of the Executive Committee of the Los Angeles County Bar Association's (LACBA) Criminal Justice Section. After dedicating over seven years of his career to serving as a government lawyer handling complex criminal law cases, Mr. Villegas now operates The AVjustice Law Firm. Mr. Villegas has handled approximately 10,000 criminal law cases in his career, involving all types of charges including but not limited to, driving under the influence (DUI), domestic violence, drug...

Arthur Corona is a United States NAVY Veteran and graduate of California State University Fullerton where he earned a dual Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Philosophy. Upon graduation, Mr. Corona attended University of California Hasting College of the Law where he obtained his law degree. Mr. Corona’s practice focuses on Family law matters and criminal defense. He has handled hundreds of trial cases in family, dependency and criminal court with great success.

In the family courts, Mr. Corona has represented various clients dealing with complex divorce and child custody issues ranging from domestic violence restraining orders to child custody...

Tisha Lene Harman, a senior partner at A Center for Children & Family Law, is a licensed attorney in California and before the United States Supreme Court. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from California State University at Long Beach and her Juris Doctorate degree from Western State University, graduating with honors. Tisha dedicates her practice to minor representation, adoption litigation, step-parent adoption, foster child adoption, adoption, guardianship, dependency (child abuse), Infertility/Reproductive law, and child custody. Tisha's professional child and family law experience predates her becoming an attorney. While attending law school, Tisha began an active career as a law...

Ms. Hammers has practiced exclusively Family Law since 1997. She is a Certified Specialist in Family Law, certified by the Sate Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization since 2006.
Graduate of University of California, Los Angeles, School of Law 1997
Partner, Hammers & Baltazar, LLP.- August 2004 to present.
President and CEO of Hammers & Baltazar, A.P.L.C. May 2002 - August 2004.
Member, 2006 to present, Association of Certified Family Law Specialists. Board of Trustees, 2008-2010....