Escondido Family Lawyers

Bethanie L. Fanti has nearly two decades of experience helping families through divorce, custody, support, and domestic violence issues. Renowned for her integrity and heartfelt advocacy, she supports clients with both legal expertise and genuine empathy. Bethanie’s personal journey as a stepparent and someone who has experienced divorce firsthand gives her special insight into the challenges families face. She is especially appreciated for her steady, reassuring presence in emotionally charged custody cases, always keeping children’s well-being at the forefront. Clients rely on Bethanie for clear communication and a commitment to reducing conflict. She is an active member of the Orange County and...

I received my J.D. cum laude from Southwestern Law School, having earned my Bachelor of Science in International Business cum laude from the University of Southern California. Prior to opening my practice in the South Bay areas, I externed with the United States District Court Judge Dean D. Pregerson, interned with the Los Angeles District Attorney's Office, Career Criminal Division, and practiced at Lawrence, Beach, Allen & Choi PC (Santa Ana, California) and Escandari & Michon APC (Beverly Hills, California). I am admitted to practice before the state bar of California, the United States District Court for the Central District of...

Maggie Simoneaux earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science with minors in Economics and Spanish from the University of New Orleans in 2003. She was awarded her Juris Doctor degree, magna cum laude, from Western State College of Law in 2008. During law school, she served as the Year in Review Editor for the Western State College of Law Law Review and graduated in the top five percent of her class. She was admitted to the California State Bar in 2008 and the Louisiana State Bar in 2009. Maggie is admitted to practice in all state courts of California and...