Most Recommended Family Law Experts

Specialties: Board Certified Family Law Specialist

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

Attorney Joy Owenby serves clients throughout Florida with aggressive and relentless representation for a wide-range of practice areas. While her knowledge and experience are extensive, Attorney Owenby particularly handles matters involving divorce, adoption, trusts / wills, probate, criminal defense, child support, and family law. Over the course of the years, she has obtained much recognition and has become an accomplished lawyer with an Avvo Rating. Prior to the founding of Owenby Law, P.A., Attorney Owenby served as legal counsel for Florida’s Guardian AD Litem Program. During this time, she explored the intricacies of family law which have allowed her to guide clients using compassionate and tenacious strategies. Additionally, she served as a judicial intern for a family law judge in the 4th Judicial Circuit and as a certified legal intern in the State Attorney’s Office General Assault Division. Attorney Owenby’s level of experience is unmatched as she has learned and displayed the necessary skills for defending her clients from beginning to end.

After spending 15 years as a divorce litigator, Jeanette became determined to create a positive and less stressful divorce experience for clients. This led to her found Atlanta Holistic Family Law, where Jeanette and her team prioritize non-litigation tools for clients to have a lower stress divorce on their own terms and timeline.Jeanette has a real passion for family law that stems from her own personal background of being a single parent over her son, Logan, who she adopted from birth together with her ex-husband. Jeanette’s passion for the law and her extensive family law experience enables her to handle even complex family law issues while utilizing a low conflict process.

I free women who want to live a better life by helping them let go of a marriage that isn’t serving them anymore. Women who are empowered can inspire and create change that will improve everyone's lives.Divorce (Marriage Dissolution), complex property division, divorce for women, child support, child custody, adoption, modification, enforcement/contempt, prenups, postnups, marital agreements, collaborative law, mediation, and family law litigation.

Charles M. Green is a Certified California Family Law Specialist and licensed CPA with over 27 years of experience representing clients in complex divorce, child custody, and asset division matters throughout Los Angeles County. As one of approximately 1,150 State Bar-certified family law specialists in California—and one of the few who also holds an active CPA license—Charles brings integrated legal and financial expertise to high-stakes cases involving business valuations, QDROs, retirement division, spousal support calculations, and forensic financial analysis. His firm, Charles M. Green, APLC, was among the first Los Angeles family law practices to build CPA financial benefits and Spanish-language services into its foundation, serving Latino communities since 1998. The firm also provides Korean-language support. Charles is available to comment on California divorce and custody law, high-net-worth asset division, gray divorce trends, fathers' rights, CA yax law, QDRO/retirement issues, and financial strategy in family law and tax controversy matters.' Credentials: - Certified Family Law Specialist, State Bar of California - Licensed CPA (California) - J.D. + former Big Four accounting experience

I love doing things differently.Business, branding, running a law firm. Don’t tell me something should be done a certain way. Challenge accepted.I’ve been a divorce attorney for a couple of decades. But I’m more than my legal degree.I wrote a book that won the American Book Fest Award in 2023 - SHE WHO WINS. I love motivational speaking because it terrifies me and makes me uncomfortable.I also am an investor in a technology platform called, The Tarot Bridge. Random, right? Not so much. As a divorce attorney, I often hear women tell me they go to psychics and tarot card readers to get guidance on what to do in their marriage. I saw the need for having a space where readers have been vetted for their integrity.So, to sum it up. I love scaling and building businesses. I love the challenge of taking an idea to fruition. I love failing because it’s an opportunity for growth. And I love helping women recognize their own greatness.

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.

Nicole Israel is a New York and New Jersey estate planning, probate and elder law attorney and the founder of The Law Office of Nicole Israel, PLLC, a boutique solo practice based in Manhattan. She helps individuals and families protect what they've built through wills, revocable trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and comprehensive Medicaid planning strategies including Medicaid Asset Protection Trusts, Special Needs Trusts, and pooled income trusts. Nicole launched her firm in 2020 after leaving a large firm during the COVID-19 pandemic as a new parent. That decision shaped the kind of lawyer and advocate she became: one who meets clients where they are and explains complex legal concepts in plain, human language. Her practice spans two jurisdictions and covers the full arc of estate and elder law, from drafting foundational planning documents for young families to navigating Medicaid eligibility for aging clients and probate. She regularly advises on multi-jurisdictional and cross-border planning matters, including cases involving foreign assets and international family structures. Nicole is also the author of The Living Trust Blueprint, a consumer-focused guide to understanding revocable trusts published on Amazon. She is a sought-after voice on estate planning topics including inheritance and divorce, asset protection for families, guardianship for minor children, and Medicaid planning strategies for aging parents. Nicole has been quoted in national media and is available to comment on estate planning, elder law, Medicaid strategy, guardianship, and the legal and financial considerations surrounding inherited assets.