Business Details
Your Trusted Santa Clarita Family Law Attorney
Martinelli Law Group is a dedicated legal practice specializing in family law matters, offering compassionate and personalized representation to clients navigating divorce, child custody, property division, and related legal challenges. With over a decade of experience, our team prioritizes client needs through zealous advocacy and strategic negotiation, striving to minimize conflict while protecting clients' rights. We provide free initial consultations and maintain open communication throughout every case, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions that address their unique circumstances.Our approach combines legal expertise with a commitment to transparency, empathy, and ethical practice, establishing trust with clients during sensitive life transitions. Located in Valencia, California, we serve Santa Clarita and surrounding areas, offering mediation services as an alternative to litigation when appropriate.
Services
Divorce
Child Custody
Property Division
Grandparents' Rights
Mediation
Highlights and features
- We have over a decade of family law experience handling complex divorce cases
- Our team provides personalized one-on-one legal representation
- We offer free initial case evaluations for all family law matters
- We prioritize amicable resolutions while preparing aggressive litigation when needed
- Our attorney maintains active involvement in both legal and local communities
What people say
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Services
Divorce
Martinelli Law Group provides comprehensive divorce representation for contested and uncontested cases. Our Santa Clarita attorneys handle all aspects including property division, spousal support, and child custody matters. We prioritize amicable resolutions through mediation while preparing aggressive litigation strategies when necessary to protect client interests.
Child Custody
We advocate for favorable child custody arrangements considering the child's best interests. Our services include modifying existing orders, enforcing custody rights, and addressing relocation issues. The firm helps clients navigate California's complex custody laws to establish workable parenting plans and visitation schedules.
Property Division
Our attorneys handle equitable distribution of marital assets and debts during divorce proceedings. We identify separate property, value complex assets, and negotiate fair division of real estate, businesses, and financial accounts. The firm works to protect client interests in both straightforward and high-asset divorce cases.
Grandparents' Rights
Martinelli Law Group represents grandparents seeking visitation or custody rights. We handle cases involving parental incarceration, child welfare concerns, and family disputes. Our attorneys advocate for maintaining grandparent-grandchild relationships through legal interventions and custody modifications.
Mediation
The firm offers alternative dispute resolution services for family law matters. Our certified mediators facilitate negotiations on divorce terms, custody arrangements, and financial settlements. We help couples reach mutually acceptable agreements outside of court to reduce conflict and legal costs.
People
Eric Martinelli
Founding Attorney
Eric Martinelli is a family law attorney with over a decade of experience handling divorce, child custody, and mediation cases. He obtained his law degree from Southwestern Law School in 2009 and brings additional experience from public service and corporate management roles.
Questions
What's the difference between contested and uncontested divorce?
Contested divorce involves disputes requiring court intervention, while uncontested divorce occurs when couples agree on terms. We help clients navigate both processes with appropriate legal strategies.
How does California divide property in divorce?
California uses community property principles, dividing marital assets equally. We help identify separate property and protect client interests during asset distribution negotiations.
What factors determine child custody decisions?
Courts consider parent-child relationships, financial stability, home environment, and child preferences. We advocate for custody arrangements that prioritize children's best interests.
Can grandparents obtain custody rights?
Yes, grandparents may seek custody when parents are incapacitated or unfit. We represent grandparents pursuing legal custody or visitation rights through family court proceedings.
What are the benefits of divorce mediation?
Mediation reduces conflict, saves costs, and allows couples to control outcomes. Our certified mediators facilitate negotiations on divorce terms outside traditional courtroom settings.
How can child support orders be modified?
Child support modifications require demonstrating changed circumstances. We help clients seek or contest modifications based on employment changes or evolving child needs.
