Business Details
49 Years
experience
Trusted Family Law & Estate Planning Attorneys in Orange
Cottle Keen Lopiccolo & Heyde has been passionately representing clients in Orange County for over 35 years. Our client-centered approach prioritizes tailored strategies for family law and estate planning cases, combining courtroom strength with skilled negotiation to achieve optimal results. With deep expertise in trust litigation and family dynamics, we focus on minimizing conflict while preserving client interests.Our attorneys, including partners Julie M. Lopiccolo and Dana M. Heyde, bring decades of combined experience and a commitment to ethical advocacy. Located in Old Towne Orange, we maintain strong community ties through board leadership and philanthropy, earning respect from peers and consistently positive client reviews for our responsive, personalized service.
Services
Family Law
Estate Planning
Trust Litigation
Child Custody
Spousal Support
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- Over 35 years of combined experience in family law and estate planning
- Client-centered approach with personalized case strategies
- Community involvement through board leadership and local philanthropy
- Proven courtroom success with strong negotiation skills
- Ethical advocacy consistently praised in client reviews
What people say
Amazing and great at what she does
Knowledgeable and respectful
Achieved successful resolution
Proactive and positive
Trustworthy firm
Services
Family Law Representation
Our experienced attorneys provide comprehensive family law services including divorce, child custody, and spousal support. We combine courtroom expertise with negotiation skills to protect client interests while minimizing conflict. Our approach focuses on achieving practical solutions tailored to each family's unique needs through mediation, collaboration, or litigation when necessary.
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans that preserve wealth and prevent family disputes. Our multilayered protection system ensures your assets transfer smoothly while protecting beneficiaries from creditors. We specialize in creating living trusts that avoid probate and maintain privacy for your family's financial matters.
Trust Litigation
Our firm handles complex trust and probate disputes for beneficiaries and trustees. We resolve issues related to trust administration, fiduciary duties, and asset distribution. Our attorneys leverage deep knowledge of trust law to protect client interests while minimizing emotional stress during these challenging matters.
Child Custody Advocacy
We advocate for clients in child custody matters with a focus on children's best interests. Our attorneys help establish parenting plans that maintain meaningful relationships while addressing practical living arrangements. We handle both temporary and permanent custody orders through negotiation or court proceedings when necessary.
Spousal Support Guidance
Our team provides strategic guidance on spousal support matters during divorce proceedings. We help establish fair support arrangements based on California guidelines while considering each client's unique financial circumstances and future needs.
People
Julie M. Lopiccolo
Partner
With over 11 years of experience, Julie specializes in family law and estate planning. She focuses on creating customized solutions that minimize conflict and protect client interests while maintaining a strong courtroom presence when needed.
Dana M. Heyde
Partner
Dana brings extensive expertise in trust litigation and estate planning. With over 25 years of combined experience, she helps clients create comprehensive estate plans and resolves complex trust disputes through negotiation or litigation.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We focus on family law (divorce, child custody, spousal support) and estate planning/trust litigation.
How long have you served the Orange County community?
Our firm has provided legal services in Orange County for over 35 years.
What makes your estate planning different?
We create multilayered family protection plans that preserve wealth and prevent post-death conflicts.
Can you handle complex trust disputes?
Yes, our attorneys have extensive experience in trust litigation and probate disputes.
Do you offer consultations?
Yes, we provide initial consultations to discuss your legal needs and strategy options.
