Business Details
20 Years
experience
Your Trusted Family Law Partnership in Santa Clarita
Gharibian & Oliver has dedicated its practice to delivering compassionate and strategic family law representation in Santa Clarita and surrounding areas since 2006. Our attorneys bring over 25 years of combined experience, offering personalized legal strategies tailored to each family's unique circumstances. We specialize in divorce, child custody, mediation, and estate planning, prioritizing client education to enable informed financial and legal decisions. With a collaborative approach, we ensure direct attorney involvement without delegating work to assistants, maintaining a reputation for skilled negotiation and litigation when required.Our firm's recognition as 'Lawyer of the Year' by the Santa Clarita Valley Bar Association in 2006 and 2014, along with media appearances on CNN and Access Hollywood, underscores our industry authority. We maintain transparency through prompt communication, realistic case expectations, and a commitment to preserving client assets while adhering to strict ethical standards.
Services
Divorce
Child Custody
Spousal Support
Mediation
Paternity
Restraining Orders
Prenuptial Agreements
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of combined family law experience with direct partner-level representation
- Our attorneys serve as court mediators for the Los Angeles Court system
- We provide skilled negotiation backed by proven litigation capabilities when necessary
- Our firm maintains a 95% client satisfaction rate based on post-case surveys
- We pioneered the first family law mediation program in North Los Angeles County
Associations and certifications
- Santa Clarita Valley Bar Association
What people say
Compassionate legal guidance
Personalized attention
Successful outcomes
Knowledgeable attorneys
Professional team
Services
Divorce Representation
Our attorneys provide strategic divorce representation focused on protecting client assets and custody rights. We handle complex property division, spousal support negotiations, and child custody arrangements while prioritizing amicable resolutions. With courtroom experience dating back to 2006, we combine negotiation skills with litigation readiness to achieve favorable outcomes for families across Southern California.
Child Custody
We advocate for parents' rights in custody disputes, creating tailored parenting plans that serve children's best interests. Our approach balances legal strategy with sensitivity to family dynamics, addressing visitation schedules, relocation issues, and modification requests. With specialized knowledge of California Family Code, we help clients navigate custody evaluations and court proceedings effectively.
Mediation Services
Our certified mediators facilitate cooperative divorces through structured negotiations that reduce conflict and costs. We help couples reach agreements on property division, child support, and custody arrangements without court intervention. This confidential process empowers clients to maintain control over their family's future while preserving relationships for co-parenting purposes.
Paternity Establishment
We assist clients with paternity determinations to establish legal parentage for custody, visitation, and child support purposes. Our representation includes DNA testing procedures, custody agreement negotiations, and modification of existing orders. We protect parental rights while ensuring children's financial and emotional well-being through enforceable legal frameworks.
Spousal Support
Our attorneys provide strategic guidance for temporary and permanent spousal support matters, considering factors like marital duration, income disparities, and living standards. We analyze income reports, property valuations, and tax implications to advocate for fair support arrangements. Our team also handles modification requests due to changed circumstances.
People
Paulette Gharibian
Partner
Paulette Gharibian co-founded Gharibian & Oliver in 2006, bringing specialized expertise in complex divorce proceedings and custody litigation. With a track record of successful outcomes before California judges, she combines aggressive advocacy with compassionate client guidance. Her approach prioritizes asset protection while minimizing emotional distress during family transitions.
April Oliver
Partner
April Oliver co-founded the firm alongside Paulette Gharibian. Recognized for her negotiation skills and legal acumen, she focuses on mediation and estate planning aspects of family law. With extensive courtroom experience, she represents clients in high-conflict divorces while maintaining a commitment to ethical practice and client education.
Krystyna Calloway
Associate
Krystyna Calloway assists with case management and legal research, supporting complex family law matters. As an associate attorney, she handles discovery requests, motion preparation, and client consultations under the partners' supervision. Her practice emphasizes procedural compliance and thorough case preparation.
Questions
What practice areas does Gharibian & Oliver specialize in?
We focus on family law matters including divorce, child custody, mediation, paternity, spousal support, and restraining orders across Southern California.
How does Gharibian & Oliver handle complex divorce cases?
Our attorneys combine mediation expertise with courtroom experience to resolve property division, custody disputes, and financial matters while prioritizing clients' long-term interests.
Are consultations available for new clients?
Yes, we offer initial case consultations to develop personalized legal strategies. Contact our Santa Clarita office to schedule your appointment.
Can I receive mediation services instead of litigation?
Yes, our certified mediators help couples resolve disputes amicably through structured negotiations that preserve relationships and reduce legal costs.
What makes Gharibian & Oliver different from other firms?
We offer direct partner representation, proven courtroom experience, and a client-centered approach focused on protecting family interests throughout the legal process.
Do you handle emergency custody situations?
Yes, we assist with urgent custody matters requiring immediate legal action. Contact us directly for same-day consultation availability.
