Business Details
26 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Family Law Partner in Orange County
Brown & Dahan is a full-service family law firm dedicated to providing comprehensive legal representation for divorce, paternity, and domestic violence cases. With over 40 years of combined experience, attorneys Nancy Dahan and Kathleen Brown bring assertive and effective advocacy to complex family law matters, prioritizing clients' best interests in custody disputes, business valuations, and financial negotiations. Our practice emphasizes transparency and personalized service, recognizing the emotional challenges of family law cases.We maintain active roles in professional organizations while delivering strategic counsel grounded in California's legal framework. Our team's accolades include recognition in the Most Remarkable Women of Orange County and contributions to legal publications, demonstrating our commitment to both legal excellence and community service.
Services
Divorce
Child Custody
Child Support
Alimony
Pre-Nuptial Agreements
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- Proven track record in complex family law cases
- Transparent case status updates and communication
- Customized legal strategies for unique family situations
- Specialized expertise in business and financial aspects of divorce
- 24/7 availability for urgent client needs
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Women Business Owners
What people say
Responsive and courteous
Best family law attorneys
Proven track records
Compassionate and effective
Excellent legal expertise
Services
Divorce
Our experienced attorneys guide clients through California's divorce process from initial filing to final judgment. We handle contested and uncontested divorces with strategic counsel on asset division, spousal support, and child custody matters while prioritizing emotional well-being. Our team provides realistic assessments of case outcomes while advocating for favorable settlements or trial results.
Child Custody
We develop customized child custody arrangements that prioritize children's best interests while protecting parental rights. Our attorneys address complex issues including move-away requests, parental alienation, and visitation disputes. With extensive courtroom experience, we create practical solutions for joint custody arrangements or sole custody determinations based on California's family law standards.
Child Support
Our firm handles child support calculations, modifications, and enforcement actions according to California's guidelines. We consider income, custody time-sharing, and special needs to establish fair payment arrangements. We also represent clients in disputes over support modifications or contested income assessments, ensuring compliance with state regulations.
Alimony
We provide comprehensive representation for temporary and long-term spousal support matters. Our attorneys analyze factors including marriage duration, living standards, and career sacrifices to determine appropriate support amounts. We handle support modifications and enforce payment compliance through California's legal mechanisms while advocating for equitable financial arrangements.
Pre-Nuptial Agreements
Our team drafts and reviews pre- and post-nuptial agreements that withstand legal scrutiny in California courts. We advise on asset protection strategies and negotiate fair terms while addressing evolving family law standards. We also litigate disputes over agreement validity, ensuring enforceable documentation that protects client interests.
People
Nancy Dahan
Family Law Attorney
Nancy Dahan has practiced family law in California since 1988, specializing in complex custody disputes and financial negotiations. Recognized by the National Association of Women Business Owners, she co-founded Brown & Dahan in 2000 after litigating cases in Los Angeles courts.
Kathleen Brown
Family Law Attorney
Kathleen Brown brings over 25 years of family law experience to Brown & Dahan, combining legal expertise with business acumen. A published author and Court-Appointed Special Advocate, she focuses on divorce proceedings and complex financial settlements in California family courts.
Questions
What makes Brown Dahan different from other family law firms?
Our firm combines decades of experience with personalized attention, maintaining a proven track record in complex family law cases while offering transparent communication throughout the legal process.
How do you handle emergency custody situations?
We respond to urgent family law matters 24/7, including immediate assistance with emergency protective orders and expedited court filings for time-sensitive custody concerns.
Do you offer payment plans?
We provide flexible billing arrangements and upfront cost discussions to accommodate different financial situations while maintaining high-quality legal representation.
Can you handle complex financial divorce cases?
Our attorneys specialize in complex financial settlements, including business valuations and high-asset divorce cases with forensic accounting support as needed.
How do you resolve custody disagreements?
We use collaborative negotiation methods first, but aggressively advocate in court when necessary, always prioritizing children's best interests in custody arrangements.
