Business Details
23 Years
experience
Trusted Family Law & Estate Planning Attorneys in Pasadena
Schweitzer Law Partners has been a trusted legal resource in Pasadena, CA since 2003, specializing in family law and estate planning. Our team of attorneys brings over five decades of combined experience, supported by advanced legal resources and a commitment to personalized service. Recognized in Pasadena Magazines Top Attorneys from 2009-2015, we maintain an AV Rating from Martindale-Hubbell for exceptional ethics and skill. We prioritize client needs with compassionate, individualized attention and a proven track record in complex divorce, domestic violence, and estate planning cases.Our attorneys possess thousands of hours of courtroom experience, ensuring effective advocacy and strategic representation. We operate with integrity, professionalism, and a dedication to achieving favorable outcomes for our clients' financial futures. Located in downtown Pasadena, we serve clients across greater Los Angeles with rapid, proactive service and transparent communication. Our practice combines dynamic legal strategies with a client-focused approach to help families navigate challenging legal matters confidently.
Services
Family Law
Estate Planning
Probate
Divorce
Domestic Violence
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We have over 55 years of combined family law experience
- Our attorneys are AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell for ethics and skill
- We provide personalized service with compassionate, individualized attention
- Our team has thousands of hours of courtroom litigation experience
- Recognized in Pasadena Magazines Top Attorneys (2009-2015)
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Rating
What people say
Professional and responsive
Highly recommend
Success in cases
Good hands
Rapid service
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice addresses complex matters including divorce, child custody, and spousal support. We provide strategic legal guidance tailored to each client's unique circumstances. With extensive courtroom experience, our attorneys protect clients' rights and financial futures through personalized, ethical representation.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans to safeguard assets and ensure clients' wishes are honored. Services include wills, trusts, and advanced directives. Our approach combines legal expertise with personalized strategies to protect families' financial legacies through proper documentation and future planning.
Divorce
Our divorce attorneys handle contested and uncontested cases with focus on equitable asset division and child custody arrangements. We guide clients through California's complex family laws, protecting their interests in property division, alimony, and child support matters while minimizing emotional stress.
Domestic Violence
We provide urgent legal protection for domestic violence victims through restraining orders and custody modifications. Our team understands the sensitivity of these cases, offering compassionate support while aggressively pursuing clients' safety and legal rights in court proceedings.
Probate
Our probate services assist executors with estate settlement processes, including asset distribution and debt resolution. We guide clients through California's probate requirements, ensuring proper administration of estates while minimizing conflicts between beneficiaries and addressing potential legal challenges.
People
Donald P. Schweitzer
Founding Attorney
Donald Schweitzer leads our family law practice with over 30 years of experience. Recognized in Pasadena Magazines Top Attorneys, he combines courtroom expertise with compassionate client advocacy to achieve favorable outcomes in complex legal matters.
Casey J. Marticorena
Family Law Attorney
Casey Marticorena specializes in divorce and child custody cases, bringing extensive litigation experience to our firm. She focuses on protecting clients' parental rights while providing clear, strategic legal guidance throughout the judicial process.
Alexandra Smyser
Estate Planning Attorney
Alexandra Smyser designs comprehensive estate plans to protect clients' assets and wishes. With expertise in wills and trusts, she ensures families' financial legacies are preserved through meticulous legal documentation and future planning.
Stephanie Trabanino
Probate Specialist
Stephanie Trabanino manages estate administration matters, guiding executors through probate processes. She resolves complex asset distribution issues while maintaining compliance with California's estate laws and regulations.
Mane Hakobyan
Litigation Attorney
Mane Hakobyan represents clients in contested family law cases, leveraging substantial courtroom experience. She advocates for clients' rights in high-conflict divorce and domestic violence matters with strategic legal approaches.
Questions
What family law services do you offer in Pasadena?
We handle divorce, child custody, spousal support, property division, and domestic violence cases. Our attorneys provide comprehensive representation for all family law matters in California courts.
How does your estate planning process work?
We begin with a consultation to understand your goals, then create customized wills, trusts, and advanced directives. Our process ensures your assets and wishes are protected through proper legal documentation.
Are you available for urgent legal matters?
We prioritize urgent cases like domestic violence and emergency custody issues. Contact our office immediately for time-sensitive legal needs requiring immediate court action.
What experience do your attorneys have?
Our team has over 55 years of combined family law experience with thousands of courtroom hours. We're AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell and recognized in Pasadena Magazines Top Attorneys.
How are attorney fees structured?
We offer transparent fee structures with initial consultations to discuss your case. Payment plans may be available - contact our office for specific pricing details tailored to your legal needs.
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