Business Details
Trusted Family Law Attorneys in San Diego
Hargreaves & Taylor LLP has served San Diego for over 25 years, offering expert legal representation in California divorce and family law. Our attorneys, Bill Hargreaves and Nancy Taylor, are Certified Family Specialists by the California Bar of Legal Specialization, reflecting advanced training and rigorous testing beyond standard licensing requirements. We are Fellows of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, an organization dedicated to providing the highest quality family law services. Our team combines over 80 years of combined experience to zealously protect client rights while addressing individualized legal and emotional needs.We employ a comprehensive approach, collaborating with paralegals, accountants, and child counselors to craft tailored strategies. Our firm offers mediation, collaborative divorce, and litigation options to resolve cases ranging from simple to highly complex. We specialize in uncontested and contested divorce, child custody, support, property division, prenuptial agreements, and post-judgment matters. Our mission is to guide clients through life-altering legal transitions with confidence and peace of mind. We maintain a commitment to excellence, ensuring clients receive personalized support and proven results in every case we handle.
Services
Divorce Mediation
Collaborative Divorce
Litigation
Division of Assets
Child Support
Child Custody
Prenuptial Agreements
Postnuptial Agreements
Paternity Actions
Post-Judgment Matters
Highlights and features
- Certified Family Specialists with advanced legal training
- Fellows of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
- Over 80 years of combined experience in family law
- Comprehensive team approach with paralegals and experts
- Multiple resolution methods including mediation and litigation
Associations and certifications
- California Bar of Legal Specialization
- American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML)
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Services
Divorce Mediation
Our divorce mediation service provides a collaborative alternative to courtroom litigation. Certified mediators help couples resolve disputes amicably, focusing on fair asset division, child custody arrangements, and financial support. This process reduces conflict while maintaining privacy and control over outcomes.
Child Custody
We advocate for clients navigating child custody disputes, prioritizing children's best interests. Our attorneys address legal and physical custody arrangements, visitation rights, and modification of existing orders. We work with child counselors to ensure comprehensive, child-centered solutions.
Prenuptial Agreements
Our firm drafts and reviews prenuptial agreements to protect assets and clarify financial responsibilities. We ensure agreements comply with California law while addressing property division, spousal support, and inheritance rights in case of divorce or death.
Collaborative Divorce
Collaborative divorce allows couples to dissolve marriages respectfully without court intervention. Our trained attorneys facilitate negotiations alongside financial experts and mental health professionals, creating mutually beneficial settlements for complex family dynamics.
Post-Judgment Matters
We handle post-divorce modifications for child support, custody, and visitation orders. Our team enforces court rulings and adapts agreements to changing circumstances like relocation, income changes, or evolving family needs.
People
J. William Hargreaves
Partner
Partner with over 40 years of family law experience, certified by the California Bar and a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. Specializes in complex divorce cases and high-asset property division.
Nancy A. Taylor
Partner
Certified Family Specialist with 35+ years of experience. Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, focusing on child custody disputes and collaborative divorce strategies for families in transition.
Fransina T. Savusa
Associate Attorney
Associate attorney specializing in post-judgment modifications and paternity actions. Provides dedicated support in enforcing court orders and adapting agreements to changing family circumstances.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve San Diego, La Jolla, Del Mar, Rancho Santa Fe, and Carlsbad, California.
What family law services do you offer?
We handle divorce, child custody, child support, property division, prenuptial agreements, and post-judgment modifications.
Are your attorneys certified specialists?
Yes, both Bill Hargreaves and Nancy Taylor are Certified Family Specialists by the California Bar of Legal Specialization.
Do you offer free consultations?
We provide confidential consultations to discuss your case and legal options. Contact us to schedule an appointment.
What resolution methods do you use?
We offer mediation, collaborative divorce, and litigation to resolve family law matters effectively.
