Business Details
Experienced San Bernardino Family Law Attorneys
Family Law Advocacy Group has established itself as a premier family law firm in San Bernardino, combining over a decade of legal experience with a client-centered approach to deliver powerful results. Our attorneys are recognized for their expertise in family law, including divorce, child custody, spousal support, and probate matters, with a proven track record of handling hundreds of complex cases. Selected for inclusion in the Super Lawyers list, we prioritize personalized representation, ensuring clients receive compassionate advocacy and strategic legal counsel tailored to their unique circumstances.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our relentless pursuit of favorable outcomes while maintaining transparency, ethical standards, and unwavering support for clients during life's most challenging moments.
Services
Divorce
Child Custody
Spousal Support
Probate
Estate Planning
Highlights and features
- Award-winning attorneys with over 10 years of family law experience
- Personalized, client-centered legal representation
- Proven success in complex divorce and custody cases
- Recognized in Super Lawyers for legal excellence
- Compassionate advocacy combined with aggressive courtroom strategies
Associations and certifications
- Super Lawyers
What people say
Caring, compassionate attorneys
Responsive and thorough representation
Confident professionals under pressure
Attentive to client interests
Fierce advocates for rights
Services
Divorce Representation
Our attorneys handle all divorce types, including contested, uncontested, and high-net-worth cases. We protect clients' rights in property division, alimony, and post-divorce modifications. With strategic negotiation and litigation skills, we secure favorable outcomes while minimizing emotional stress for clients in San Bernardino and surrounding areas.
Child Custody
We advocate for clients in custody disputes, parenting plans, and visitation rights. Our lawyers address physical and legal custody arrangements, modification requests, and enforcement of existing orders. Focused on children's best interests, we help parents establish stable custody agreements through mediation or court proceedings while maintaining compassionate client support.
Spousal Support
Our firm provides guidance on temporary and permanent spousal support matters. We analyze factors like marriage duration, income disparities, and living standards to build strong cases. Whether seeking fair support payments or defending against excessive claims, we protect clients' financial interests in divorce proceedings across San Bernardino County.
Probate Services
We guide clients through probate processes for will validation and asset distribution. Services include estate inventory, debt resolution, and tax compliance assistance. Our attorneys help executors navigate court requirements while minimizing delays, ensuring efficient settlement of estates for grieving families in San Bernardino County.
Estate Planning
Our legal team assists in creating comprehensive estate plans, including wills, trusts, and advance directives. We help clients protect assets, plan for incapacity, and ensure smooth wealth transfer. With tailored solutions for diverse family structures, we provide peace of mind through legally sound documentation and future-focused legal strategies.
People
Ariel Carter
Senior Counsel
Senior family law attorney with expertise in divorce, custody, and support cases. Represented professionals across industries. Graduated from Roger Williams University School of Law. Combines legal knowledge with client-focused advocacy to achieve optimal outcomes.
Thomas McColl
Of Counsel
Experienced family law attorney with decade of dissolution and support case expertise. Former U.S. Marine with political science background. Prioritizes clear communication and informed decision-making for clients during complex legal proceedings.
Questions
Do I need a lawyer for family law matters?
While not legally required, experienced representation significantly improves outcomes in complex cases like divorce or custody disputes.
What makes your firm different?
We combine Super Lawyer-recognized expertise with personalized attention and a proven track record in San Bernardino family courts.
How are child custody decisions made?
Courts consider children's best interests, parental bonds, living situations, and other factors we help clients navigate effectively.
What divorce options exist?
We handle contested, uncontested, mediated, and collaborative divorces tailored to clients' specific circumstances and needs.
How is spousal support determined?
Factors include marriage duration, income disparities, and living standards we analyze to build strong support cases.
