Business Details
15 Years
experience
Family Law Attorneys in Santa Maria, CA
Comstock & Wagner is a dedicated family law firm serving California's Central Coast. Established in 2011, our board-certified attorneys specialize in divorce, child custody, spousal support, and other family law matters. We prioritize personalized attention, ensuring clients receive both professional excellence and compassionate service. Our team's deep expertise in California family law allows us to advocate effectively for favorable outcomes.We maintain strong ties to the local legal community and courts, offering evening and weekend appointments for client convenience. Bilingual services in English and Spanish ensure clear communication, while our commitment to resolving disputes with minimal stress underscores our client-centric approach.
Services
Divorce
Child Custody
Child Support
Spousal Support
Property Division
Restraining Orders
Prenuptial Agreements
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- Focus exclusively on California family law for deeper expertise
- Board-certified specialists with rigorous training and evaluation
- Personalized attention prioritizing client needs and communication
- Evening and weekend appointments for client convenience
- Bilingual services in English and Spanish for clear communication
Associations and certifications
- State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization
What people say
Respond and listen to your needs
Saved my family
Skilled negotiator
Zealous advocate
Compassionate service
Services
Divorce Representation
Our attorneys guide clients through California divorce proceedings with strategic advocacy and emotional support. We handle asset division, alimony, and child-related matters to minimize conflict while protecting client interests. With expertise in both contested and uncontested divorces, we offer tailored solutions for short-term and long-term marriages across Santa Barbara County.
Child Custody
We create custody arrangements prioritizing children's well-being while respecting parental rights. Our specialists address legal and physical custody, visitation schedules, and modification needs for co-parenting agreements. With deep knowledge of California's best-interest standards, we represent clients in court and mediation across Central Coast communities.
Spousal Support
Our firm calculates and negotiates fair spousal support payments considering income disparities and lifestyle factors. We handle temporary and post-judgment support cases, modifying arrangements when circumstances change. Our board-certified specialists leverage decades of experience in California's complex alimony frameworks.
Prenuptial Agreements
We draft and review enforceable prenuptial agreements protecting assets and clarifying financial responsibilities. Our attorneys ensure compliance with California's Uniform Prenuptial Agreements Act while addressing property division and potential spousal support scenarios for couples across the Central Coast region.
Child Support
We establish and modify child support orders using California's guideline formulas while considering unique family circumstances. Our specialists handle income verification, enforcement actions, and adjustments for changing financial situations, ensuring compliance with state regulations across Santa Maria and surrounding areas.
People
Marie Comstock
Managing Partner
Co-founder with 15+ years of family law experience, dedicated to compassionate client service and complex case resolution in Santa Barbara County.
Stephen A. Wagner
Partner
Board-certified specialist with career-long focus on California family law, combining litigation expertise with mediation skills for effective dispute resolution.
Robert W. Armstrong
Associate Attorney
Former military officer bringing organizational leadership expertise to family law cases since joining the firm in 2012.
Michael T. Gazell
Associate Attorney
Business law graduate offering strategic financial insights in property division and support cases since 2015.
John Hinden
Attorney
Veteran practitioner with 40+ years of Central Coast legal experience, focusing on complex family law matters since 1982.
Questions
What areas of law does Comstock & Wagner specialize in?
We focus exclusively on family law, including divorce, child custody, spousal support, property division, and prenuptial agreements.
Are your attorneys board-certified?
Yes, our attorneys are board-certified California family law specialists with advanced training and evaluation.
Do you offer flexible appointment times?
Yes, we provide evening and weekend appointments to accommodate client schedules.
What sets your firm apart from general practice attorneys?
Our exclusive focus on family law ensures deeper expertise and more effective representation in complex matters.
Do you serve areas outside Santa Maria?
We represent clients throughout California's Central Coast, including Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo.
