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Los Angeles Family Law Attorneys You Can Trust
At Family Law Firm, we are a team of dedicated legal professionals specializing in family law, committed to providing strategic and compassionate representation for clients in Los Angeles. With nearly two decades of experience, our practice focuses on divorce, child custody, spousal support, and other family law matters, combining courtroom expertise with personalized advocacy. Our founder, Maryam Atighechi, a Certified Family Law Specialist and Super Lawyers Rising Star, has earned recognition for her trial-ready approach and dedication to client success.We serve middle- and high-income individuals, including executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals, offering tailored solutions for complex family law challenges. Our mission is to protect clients' rights while prioritizing their emotional and financial well-being, ensuring transparent communication and ethical representation throughout every case.
Services
Divorce Representation
Child Custody
Spousal Support
Prenuptial Agreements
Domestic Violence
Child Support
Marital Agreements
Legal Mediation
Highlights and features
- We have 20+ years of experience in family law with a focus on trial-ready strategies.
- Our team includes a Certified Family Law Specialist recognized in Super Lawyers.
- We prioritize personalized advocacy over one-size-fits-all legal solutions.
- Proven success in high-asset divorce and complex custody cases.
- Compassionate representation that addresses both legal and emotional needs.
Associations and certifications
- Certified Family Law Specialist (CFLS)
- Super Lawyers Rising Star
What people say
Best family lawyer in LA
Exceptional courtroom performance
Compassionate and dedicated
Protected my financial interests
Guided me through difficult times
Services
Divorce Representation
Our divorce attorneys handle high-asset, contested, and collaborative divorces with strategic courtroom-ready approaches. We protect client interests in property division, spousal support, and child custody matters while minimizing emotional stress. With experience in complex financial settlements and business valuations, we deliver tailored solutions for executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals navigating divorce proceedings.
Child Custody
We advocate for custody arrangements prioritizing children's best interests while protecting parental rights. Our services include emergency custody orders, relocation cases, and international custody disputes. With expertise in fathers' rights, mothers' rights, and grandparent visitation, we help clients establish or modify custody agreements through negotiation or litigation in Los Angeles courts.
Prenuptial Agreements
Our attorneys draft and review prenuptial and postnuptial agreements to protect assets and clarify financial responsibilities. We ensure enforceability through full disclosure requirements while addressing property division, spousal support waivers, and inheritance rights. Services include pre-wedding planning and post-marriage modifications for individuals and couples seeking financial security.
Spousal Support
We handle spousal support establishment, modification, and enforcement cases with focus on financial fairness. Our representation includes high-income professionals and business owners, addressing complex income structures and long-term support implications. We negotiate settlements while preparing for litigation when necessary to protect client financial interests.
Domestic Violence
Our team provides urgent legal protection for domestic violence victims through restraining orders and custody modifications. We handle emergency custody transfers, evidence collection, and long-term legal strategies while working with social services and law enforcement. Services include protection order enforcement and defense against false allegations.
People
Maryam Atighechi
Founder & Certified Family Law Specialist
With 20+ years of experience, Maryam Atighechi is a Certified Family Law Specialist and Super Lawyers Rising Star. She focuses on divorce, custody, and domestic violence cases, combining trial expertise with compassionate representation for high-profile clients.
Questions
How long does a divorce take in California?
California requires a minimum 6-month waiting period. Complex cases may take 1-2 years depending on asset division and custody disputes.
What factors determine child custody?
Courts prioritize the child's best interests, considering parental stability, caregiving history, and the child's preferences if over 14.
Can spousal support be modified?
Yes, modifications are possible with significant changes in income, employment status, or living arrangements.
Are prenuptial agreements enforceable?
Valid prenups are enforceable if both parties have independent legal counsel and full financial disclosure occurs.
How are child support payments calculated?
California uses income, custody time, and living expenses to determine payments, with adjustments for special needs or circumstances.
