Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Pasadena Divorce & Family Law Attorney
The Law Office Of Patricia A. Rigdon has been dedicated to providing comprehensive family law solutions for over two decades. Specializing in divorce mediation, collaborative law, and litigation, we prioritize client needs while navigating the complexities of family legal matters. Our practice emphasizes tailored strategies, leveraging extensive experience in resolving child custody, property division, and spousal support disputes.We combine compassionate guidance with assertive advocacy, ensuring clients achieve equitable outcomes whether through negotiation or courtroom representation. Our commitment to transparency and ethical practice has earned trust within the Pasadena community, supported by testimonials highlighting successful resolutions and personalized service.
Services
Divorce Mediation
Collaborative Divorce
Litigation
Child Custody
Property Division
Spousal Support
Prenuptial Agreements
Guardianships
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of specialized family law experience in Pasadena.
- Our tailored strategies prioritize your unique family circumstances.
- We focus on mediation and collaboration to reduce conflict and costs.
- Our team provides vigorous courtroom advocacy when necessary.
- Client testimonials highlight successful outcomes and personalized service.
Associations and certifications
- Certified Family Law Specialist
- The State Bar of California
What people say
Dedication to her cases
Satisfied with the results
Kept the situation calm
Expert legal advice
Office is light and friendly
Services
Divorce Mediation
Divorce mediation offers a peaceful alternative to court battles, allowing couples to resolve issues like child custody and property division through guided negotiation. Our trained mediators facilitate productive discussions, helping parties reach mutually agreeable solutions. This process reduces stress and costs while maintaining control over the outcome, with agreements formalized in legally binding documents.
Collaborative Divorce
Collaborative divorce involves a team of professionals, including attorneys and financial specialists, working together to resolve disputes without litigation. This approach prioritizes cooperative problem-solving, addressing parenting plans and financial matters through structured negotiations. It fosters respectful communication and long-term solutions tailored to families' unique needs.
Litigation
Litigation provides judicial resolution when couples cannot agree on key issues like spousal support or asset division. Our firm advocates fiercely for clients in court, presenting compelling cases to secure fair rulings. We balance assertive representation with efforts to minimize conflict, ensuring clients' rights are protected throughout the adversarial process.
Child Custody
Child custody services focus on establishing arrangements that prioritize children's best interests during divorce or separation. We handle interstate custody disputes, visitation rights, and modifications, leveraging knowledge of the UCCJEA to navigate complex jurisdictional challenges. Our goal is to create stable, child-centered parenting plans.
Prenuptial Agreements
Prenuptial agreements provide clarity on financial matters in the event of divorce. We draft and review customized contracts that address property division, spousal support, and other key issues. These legally binding documents help couples establish mutual understanding and protect assets while respecting both parties' interests.
People
Patricia A. Rigdon
Attorney
Patricia Rigdon is a Certified Family Law Specialist with over 20 years of experience in divorce mediation, collaboration, and litigation. She focuses on tailored solutions for child custody, property division, and spousal support, emphasizing ethical practice and client advocacy.
Questions
What are the benefits of divorce mediation?
Mediation reduces conflict, lowers costs, and allows couples to control outcomes through cooperative negotiation rather than court decisions.
How does collaborative divorce differ from litigation?
Collaborative divorce uses a team approach to resolve disputes amicably, while litigation involves adversarial court proceedings for final rulings.
Can child custody agreements be modified?
Yes, custody agreements can be modified through court petitions demonstrating changed circumstances affecting the child's best interests.
What defines a Certified Family Law Specialist?
Certified specialists have advanced training and experience in family law, demonstrated through examinations and peer-reviewed evaluations.
How are interstate child custody cases handled?
Interstate cases follow the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA) to determine applicable state laws and prevent parental kidnapping.
