Child Custody Experts 2025

Family law attorney with 20+ years of business leadership experience, focused on divorce and child custody advocacy.

Cathleen Norton is a California Certified Family Law Specialist and the founder of the Law Offices of Cathleen Norton. She has practiced family law exclusively for over 20 years, handling high-conflict divorce, custody, domestic violence, and complex property matters in Los Angeles County. A UCLA School of Law graduate, Cathleen is known for translating complicated legal issues into clear, practical guidance for parents and families navigating emotionally charged legal disputes.

Whitney L. Antoniono, Esquire and WLA Family Law's mission is to stand by every client during their most challenging times, providing compassionate and effective legal representation, and fighting tirelessly for justice . Whitney L. Antoniono, Esquire is licensed to Practice Law in the District of Columbia, Maryland, New York and Texas (Texas license currently inactive). Client Focused Approach Attorney Whitney Antoniono believes in taking a client-focused approach to each case, ensuring that clients are informed and involved throughout the legal process. Attorney Antoniono is available to answer questions and provide guidance at every stage of your case, and will work tirelessly to achieve the best possible outcome for you and your family. child custody attorney divorce attorney family law attorney A Passionate Advocate As a passionate advocate for my clients, Whitney Antoniono, Esquire has successfully represented clients in a variety of legal matters, with a focus being on family law and Protective Order matters. Attorney Antoniono will work tirelessly to ensure every client receives the representation and justice they deserve.

Tricia D. Goostree is the founder and managing partner of Goostree Law Group, P.C. in St. Charles, Illinois. Since 2002, she has focused her practice entirely on family law. She represents clients in divorce, child custody, child support, visitation, paternity, maintenance, complex financial disputes, and appeals. Her background in moot court, legal writing, and courtroom advocacy helped shape the clear, strategic approach she brings to every case. Tricia helps clients make sense of difficult family law problems and take practical steps forward. Whether you are dealing with a contested divorce, a custody fight, or a complicated financial issue, she works to protect your interests and present your case effectively. She is known for being prepared, direct, and compassionate with clients who are facing stressful and deeply personal situations. In addition to her work in court, Tricia has served her community through legal service, bar association leadership, and mock trial programs. She has also earned recognition from Best Lawyers, Super Lawyers, Leading Lawyers, and other respected legal organizations.

Specialties: Board Certified Family Law Specialist

If you are going through a high-conflict divorce or custody matter, you're likely overwhelmed by the thought of losing the things that matter most to you - your children, your money, your home, or your business. Having a lawyer on your side from the moment you think you may be heading toward court in a family law matter makes a huge difference in giving you the confidence and security of having someone in your corner - to guide you, fight for you, and help you protect what is most important to you and move from a bad situation into a life that you will love. Call us today at 774.314.4725 and get us on your side now so you can sleep better tonight knowing you're protecting your future.

Renee Bauer is a nationally recognized family law attorney and the founder of Happy Even After Family Law, where she helps clients navigate divorce and custody matters with clarity and confidence. With decades of courtroom and negotiation experience, she is known for combining sharp legal strategy with a modern, client centered approach to resolving complex family disputes.

Scott Levin, known as the Chief PeaceKeeper™, is a leading San Diego divorce lawyer and mediation expert. As the founder of San Diego Divorce Mediation & Family Law, Scott helps couples achieve amicable divorces without the stress of court battles or high legal fees. With over 20 years of family law experience and a magna cum laude degree from the University of Virginia School of Law, Scott is dedicated to providing affordable, peaceful resolutions for families. Scott's clients typically reach amicable out of court agreements in months for a fraction of the cost of a contested litigation. Scott’s expertise as a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst™ ensures a fair division of assets and debts, while his problem-solving approach has earned him recognition as one of San Diego's top family law attorneys, including awards from San Diego Business Journal, Super Lawyers, Mediate.com, and San Diego Metro Magazine. Scott is proud of his and the firm's compassionate approach to separation empowering families to resolve all aspects of divorce with dignity. To learn more about Scott and mediation law services, call 858-255-1321

Dr. Favaro is a master of human relationships, having spent more than 40 years as a court-appointed forensic psychologist and custody evaluator in over 6000 high-conflict divorce and criminal cases. Dr. Favaro has taught anger management, conflict resolution, civilized co-parenting, and in Bad People Bible, how to identify and remove toxic individuals from your life. As a pioneer in healthcare and AI, Dr. Favaro’s early work contributed to the development of artificial intelligence applications in medicine and diagnosis, which he presented at a 1984 world conference at Harvard University. Soon after, he created Activision’s Alter Ego, the first life simulation game developed by using interviews with hundreds of people about their most memorable life experiences. This passion for AI led him to develop Bad People Bible’s AI therapy coach and digital community on Teachable. Dr. Favaro has authored dozens of books on conflict resolution, anger management, parenting, relationships, and clinical and child development. You may have seen him on ABC with John Stossel, Fox’s The Morning Show with Mike and Juliette, on the Montel Williams and Geraldo Rivera shows as the resident guest psychologist, and on dozens of local and international news shows. He is the executive director of SmartParenting: The Family Center, a clinic that delivers court-related services to high-conflict individuals and families, and is the founder and CEO of the Center for Improved Human Relationships, an organization that promotes civility, respect, and conflict resolution at home, in the workplace, and in the community.

I am the founder and principal mediator of the San Diego Family Mediation Center. We are located in Del Mar, California at 445 Marine View Ave., Suite 305, Del Mar, CA 92014. Please visit me at www.SanDiegoFamilyMediation.com. My primary goal is to educate people of the benefits of mediation, not only in family law matters, but in all matters. I have been mediating divorces for over 17 years. I believe that families deserve more than family court can give them. Sure, divorce is a legal process, but it is also a family matter and should be treated as such. Too many professionals lose sight of the fact that each "side" is still part of a whole unit. One that will, more often than not, have to continue in a relationship together. This process MUST include empathy, understanding and clear communication. Without them, our clients suffer, and if our clients suffer, their children suffer more. Specialties: Family mediation, pre-marital & post-marital mediation & agreements, dissolution of both marital and non-marital relationships. Mediations are generally completed using only one mediator, however, team mediation will be provided upon request or when necessary.

Julie Colin brings more than three decades of experience in family law, representing clients in divorce, custody, and related matters. She is widely recognized for her courtroom experience, practical guidance, and child-focused approach in complex and high-conflict cases.

I’m a divorce attorney with 13 years experience litigating exclusively in Family Law in Virginia courts. I built a social media following on TikTok and Instagram of more than 100,000 followers by sharing practical and modern divorce strategy. I’m now embracing the challenge of entrepreneurship by growing a Family Law firm in one of the most competitive legal markets in the United States.

Kelly Bezerra is a baby care expert with over 10 years of experience in infant and toddler care. She is the co-author of "How to Care for Children: From Birth to Age 2," published in English, Portuguese, and Spanish. Kelly specializes in newborn care, infant health, baby development, and postpartum support for families. She writes about baby care and child development at balance-and-life.com and vidaequilibrio.blog.br, reaching parents in the US and Brazil.

Attorney Michelle Villanueva-Skura is a criminal defense attorney who represents individuals facing sex crimes and serious felony charges. She is deeply committed to protecting individual rights, personal freedom, and ensuring fairness within the criminal justice system. Michelle approaches every case with focus, determination, and a clear understanding of what is at stake for her clients. Before becoming an attorney, Michelle worked as a licensed litigation examiner, where she handled thousands of complex personal injury and wrongful death claims. This experience gave her a practical understanding of how cases are evaluated and challenged, skills she now applies to defending her clients. She later earned her Juris Doctor, graduating at the top of her class and receiving multiple academic awards. Licensed to practice in Arizona, Michelle is an active member of several criminal defense and trial advocacy organizations. She is bilingual and values clear, honest communication, helping clients feel informed and supported throughout the legal process. Known for her assertive yet thoughtful advocacy, Michelle is dedicated to standing by her clients and protecting their rights at every stage of their case. VS Criminal Defense Attorneys 1845 S Dobson Rd Suite 202 Mesa, AZ 85202 Office: (480) 923-9001 Email: info@vsattorney.com Website: https://www.vsattorney.com AZ Sex Crimes Attorney 1425 S Higley Rd #101 Unit 2 Gilbert, AZ 85296 Phone: (480) 676-1919 Website: https://www.vsattorney.com/ Arizona Felony Defense Lawyer 3919 E Potter Dr Phoenix, AZ 85050 Office: (480) 933-2326 Website: https://www.vsattorney.com/areas-we-serve/phoenix/ Phoenix Sex Crime Lawyer 1100 E Washington St Suite 154 Phoenix, AZ 85034 Office: (602) 805-1212 Website: https://www.vsattorney.com/criminal-defense/phoenix-sex-crime-attorney/ Read Our Blog: https://www.vsattorney.com/blog/ Find Un on Google: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=5681824913806737984 Follow Us on X/Twitter: https://x.com/VS_Attorneys Like Us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vsattorney Follow Us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vs_attorney Follow Us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vsattorney Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VSCriminalDefenseAttorneys Listen Us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2oQeJEHCsxNfIG6vVCwUOb Meet the Owner on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-skura-3244133a Connect With Us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vs-criminal-defense-attorneys Follow Us on Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/vs-criminal-defense-attorneys-mesa Find Us on BBB: https://www.bbb.org/us/az/mesa/profile/criminal-lawyer/vs-criminal-defense-attorneys-1126-1000064899 Follow Us on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/vsattorney

Erik Wheeler has helped hundreds of couples go through divorce more peacefully and at much lower expense than battling it out in court. Holding a Master's degree in Mediation, Erik works in both Vermont and Colorado, specializing in divorce and family mediation. His calm, reassuring approach that helps couples reach agreements even in emotionally charged situations. He prepares all court-required paperwork for uncontested divorces, guiding clients through the process from initial agreement to final filing without the adversarial dynamic of litigation. Erik is available to comment on topics including divorce mediation, alternative dispute resolution (ADR), the financial and emotional costs of contested divorce, co-parenting agreements, asset division, and how couples can avoid the family court system. He serves everyday families, military couples, and cases involving complex asset division.

Virginia Family/Matrimonial AttorneySpecialties: family law, matrimonial law, divorce, separation, child custody, parenting time/visitation, prenuptial/antenuptial agreements, parenting time, visitation, spousal support, equitable distribution, child support, mediation, litigation, business valuation, proofreading, research, writing

Co-Founder of Evidexi, a free platform offering educational resources and organizational tools for family court documentation. Focused on making the court preparation process less overwhelming for self-represented parents. Evidexi provides state-specific custody guides, interactive tools like documentation checklists and tone checkers, and downloadable playbooks covering topics from staying organized to hearing preparation. Personal experience navigating the family court system drives the work.

New York bar-admitted attorney with expertise in all facets of disability law and business law, legal research, and contract drafting in deadline-driven environments. Adept at conducting research on a variety of legal topics and summarizing information, maintaining the confidentiality of all information, and creating presentations that capture the audience’s attention. Recognized for identifying and integrating creative solutions to resolve complex problems while partnering with cross-functional teams to drive goal achievement. Well-spoken lawyer, bilingual in English and conversational Spanish.