Business Details
Your Trusted Family Law Partner in Redlands
For over five decades, our firm has provided trusted legal representation in family law matters, prioritizing personalized service and client advocacy. Our team combines extensive experience with a commitment to resolving cases efficiently while maintaining compassion during challenging times. We are dedicated to protecting clients' rights through strategic negotiations and, when necessary, aggressive courtroom representation.Our attorneys hold prestigious AV Preeminent ratings and maintain active involvement in local legal communities, ensuring we deliver both expertise and accountability. We focus on clear communication, transparency, and tailored solutions that align with each family's unique needs.
Services
Divorce
Child Custody
Spousal Support
Military Divorce
Domestic Violence
Relocation Cases
Prenuptial Agreements
Child Support
Restraining Orders
Fathers' Rights
Highlights and features
- We are AV Preeminent Rated
- We promise to answer all of your questions
- We are committed to getting you the best outcome
- We've helped hundreds of families just like yours
- You'll get personalized attention from our lawyers
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell
- Avvo
What people say
Saved my life
Great results
Invaluable advice
Made my life easier
Aggressive representation
Services
Divorce Representation
Our attorneys handle all aspects of divorce proceedings including property division, alimony, and contested/uncontested cases. We combine strategic negotiations with trial readiness to protect client interests. With 50+ years of collective experience, we navigate California's community property laws and residency requirements effectively.
Child Custody Advocacy
We protect parental rights through custody agreement creation and courtroom representation. Our approach considers child welfare, visitation schedules, and legal/physical custody distinctions. We help modify existing arrangements when circumstances change, always prioritizing the child's best interests.
Spousal Support Cases
Our team handles temporary and permanent spousal support matters, addressing payment calculations and modification requests. We consider factors like marriage duration, earning capacity, and tax implications to achieve fair outcomes for both parties.
Military Divorce
Specialized representation for military personnel and spouses addressing unique challenges like deployment delays and federal benefit protections. We navigate the Soldiers & Sailors Civil Relief Act provisions and ensure proper division of military retirement benefits.
Domestic Violence Defense
We provide compassionate representation for victims seeking restraining orders and defend against false allegations. Our approach balances legal strategy with sensitivity to emotional complexities inherent in domestic violence cases.
People
Michael R. Young
Founding Attorney
AV Preeminent-rated family law attorney with 25+ years of experience. Graduated top 10% of California State University and Southwestern Law School classes. Specializes in complex divorce cases and military family law matters.
Janet Stouder-Brandon
Attorney
Experienced family law practitioner focusing on child custody and spousal support cases. Known for compassionate client advocacy and successful negotiation of favorable settlement agreements.
Claire E. Hurst
Attorney
Dedicated family law attorney handling domestic violence cases and protective order proceedings. Emphasizes client education and strategic courtroom representation to achieve equitable outcomes.
Questions
What factors determine child custody arrangements in California?
California courts prioritize the child's best interests, considering factors like parental stability, child preferences (if mature), and continuity of care.
How is spousal support calculated in San Bernardino County?
Support considers income disparities, marriage duration, and living standards, with temporary calculations often using county-specific formulas.
Can military divorce affect retirement benefits?
Benefits require 20 years of marriage overlapping with 20 years of service; otherwise, non-military spouses may lose shared retirement entitlements.
What constitutes a material change for child support modification?
Job loss, income changes, or increased child needs typically qualify as material changes requiring court review.
How does the 730 Evaluation work in custody cases?
A court-appointed psychologist conducts comprehensive family assessments to recommend custody arrangements aligned with the child's best interests.
