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Trusted Family Law Attorneys in Valencia, CA
At Barnholtz & Kugler, we bring over 40 years of combined legal experience to clients facing family law challenges in Valencia, the Santa Clarita Valley, and throughout California. Our attorneys specialize in providing personalized legal solutions tailored to the unique needs of each client, ensuring compassionate yet aggressive representation in matters such as divorce, child custody, and spousal support.With additional expertise in DUI and criminal defense, estate planning, civil litigation, and business formation, we offer comprehensive legal services designed to protect our clients' futures. Our commitment to reliability and client-centered advocacy has earned us a reputation as trusted legal advocates in the community.
Services
Divorce
Child Custody
Child Support
Mediation
Property Division
Spousal Support
Enforcement
Prenuptial Agreements
Relocation
Domestic Violence
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of combined experience in California family law.
- Our attorneys provide personalized legal solutions tailored to client needs.
- 24/7 availability for urgent family law matters.
- Proven track record in divorce, child custody, and spousal support cases.
- Comprehensive legal expertise spanning estate planning and criminal defense.
What people say
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Positive case outcomes
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Services
Divorce Representation
Our attorneys provide expert guidance through California's divorce process, addressing custody, support, and property division. We advocate for equitable solutions while protecting client interests in contested or uncontested cases. With decades of experience, we help clients navigate emotional and legal complexities to achieve favorable outcomes.
Child Custody
We help clients establish custody arrangements prioritizing children's best interests while protecting parental rights. Our team handles legal and physical custody disputes, creating detailed parenting plans to minimize future conflicts through California's family court system.
Child Support
Our firm assists with child support determinations using California's guidelines while addressing unique circumstances. We help clients establish, modify, or enforce support orders to ensure children's financial needs are met through the legal process.
Mediation Services
We offer mediation as a cost-effective alternative to litigation for resolving family law matters. Our experienced mediators help couples reach agreements on custody, support, and property division while maintaining control over the outcome.
Prenuptial Agreements
Our attorneys draft and review prenuptial agreements to protect assets and clarify financial responsibilities. We ensure agreements comply with California law while addressing property division and spousal support considerations for future marriages.
People
Heidi Kugler
Attorney
With 20 years of California family law experience, Heidi Kugler specializes in mediation and estate planning. She focuses on minimizing client stress through alternative dispute resolution while advocating for children's interests in community property states.
Brad Barnholtz
Attorney
Brad Barnholtz brings extensive family law expertise to complex divorce cases. Recognized for compassionate representation, he helps clients navigate custody, support, and property division issues with a focus on achieving practical solutions through negotiation or litigation.
Questions
What are the legal grounds for divorce in California?
California allows no-fault divorce based on irreconcilable differences, with options for contested or uncontested proceedings.
How is child support calculated in California?
Child support uses a computer-generated formula considering parental income and custody time, with shared responsibility for additional costs.
What is the difference between legal separation and divorce?
Legal separation maintains marital status while addressing custody and support, whereas divorce terminates the marriage.
Can mediation resolve family law disputes?
Yes, mediation offers a cost-effective alternative to litigation for resolving custody, support, and property division issues.
How does property division work in California divorces?
California follows community property laws, dividing assets acquired during marriage equitably between spouses.
