Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Fresno Family Law Attorney
As a family law attorney in Fresno, I have dedicated my practice to providing compassionate yet assertive legal representation since 2005. My approach combines active listening with strategic negotiation to guide clients through emotionally complex matters like divorce, child custody, and spousal support. I prioritize collaborative law methods to achieve cost-effective resolutions while maintaining readiness for courtroom advocacy when necessary. My firm serves Fresno, Clovis, and Madera County residents, emphasizing transparent communication and tailored solutions.With membership in the California State Bar and Fresno County Women Lawyers Association, I bring both local expertise and statewide legal knowledge to every case. Client testimonials consistently highlight my team's responsiveness, professionalism, and ability to protect clients' interests during high-stakes family law proceedings.
Services
Divorce Representation
Child Custody
Spousal Support
Adoption Services
Restraining Orders
Paternity Cases
Legal Separation
Grandparents' Rights
Collaborative Law
Domestic Violence
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We provide prompt and transparent communication throughout your case
- Our firm combines collaborative law methods with courtroom litigation expertise
- We serve Fresno, Clovis, and Madera County with local legal knowledge
- We maintain membership in California State Bar and legal professional associations
- Our practice focuses exclusively on family law matters since 2005
What people say
Best attorney
Highly recommended
Amazing staff
Best results
Thoroughly knowledgeable
Services
Divorce Representation
Our firm provides comprehensive divorce services including property division, spousal support, and child custody arrangements. We combine collaborative law methods with litigation expertise to protect your interests. Our Fresno-based attorneys help clients navigate California's no-fault divorce system while addressing complex financial and emotional considerations.
Child Custody
We specialize in creating custody arrangements that prioritize children's well-being while protecting parental rights. Our services include custody modification, visitation scheduling, and interstate custody dispute resolution. We help clients navigate Fresno County's family court system while addressing emotional and logistical challenges associated with custody matters.
Spousal Support
Our attorneys handle temporary and permanent spousal support cases, considering factors like marriage duration and financial disparities. We represent both payers and recipients in support determinations and modifications. Our approach balances legal requirements with clients' financial realities in Central Valley communities.
Adoption Services
We guide clients through California's adoption process including stepparent, relative, and private placement adoptions. Our services cover home study preparation, legal documentation, and court representation. We help Fresno families navigate eligibility requirements and post-adoption legal matters while prioritizing children's best interests.
Collaborative Law
Our firm specializes in collaborative divorce solutions that reduce conflict and costs. We facilitate negotiated settlements while maintaining courtroom readiness. This approach preserves relationships and protects sensitive family matters through structured negotiation processes involving both parties and their attorneys.
People
Zeppy Attashian
Attorney
Zeppy Attashian is a dedicated family law attorney with 18 years of experience in Fresno's legal community. She combines compassionate listening with aggressive courtroom representation, focusing exclusively on family law matters since 2005. Her practice emphasizes collaborative solutions while maintaining readiness for complex litigation.
Questions
What are the grounds for divorce in California?
California allows no-fault divorces based on irreconcilable differences. Either spouse can initiate divorce proceedings without proving wrongdoing by the other party.
How is child custody determined in Fresno?
Fresno courts determine custody based on the child's best interests, considering factors like parental involvement, living arrangements, and children's preferences when appropriate.
What factors affect spousal support in California?
Spousal support considers marriage duration, each spouse's earning capacity, health, and standard of living during the marriage.
How long does divorce take in California?
California requires a minimum 6-month waiting period. Complex cases involving property division or custody disputes can take longer to resolve.
What is collaborative law?
Collaborative law is a structured negotiation process where both parties and their attorneys work toward mutual agreement without court intervention.
Can child custody arrangements be modified?
Yes, custody arrangements can be modified when there's a significant change in circumstances affecting the child's best interests.
