Business Details
Trusted Family Law Attorneys in Folsom, CA
Purcell Stowell PC is a dedicated family law firm based in Folsom, California, serving clients across Northern California. Our team includes three Certified Family Law Specialists (CFLS) who bring extensive expertise in handling complex family legal matters. We prioritize client needs, offering personalized guidance through emotionally challenging transitions such as divorce, custody disputes, and adoption. Our attorneys combine deep legal knowledge with a compassionate approach, ensuring clients understand their rights and options while navigating the judicial system.With a focus on special needs children cases and business valuation in divorce proceedings, we provide tailored solutions grounded in years of experience. Recognized as a top workplace by the Sacramento Business Journal, we remain committed to ethical practice, client education, and achieving favorable outcomes through litigation or mediation.
Services
Adoption
Business Valuation
Child Support
Divorce
Domestic Violence
Guardianship
International Custody
Juvenile Dependency
Premarital Counseling
Property Division
Highlights and features
- We are Certified Family Law Specialists with decades of combined experience.
- Our team excels in handling cases involving special needs children.
- We prioritize clear communication and client education throughout the legal process.
- We combine courtroom expertise with a compassionate, client-focused approach.
- Our attorneys have deep knowledge of business valuation in family law cases.
Associations and certifications
- State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization
What people say
Looking out for my needs
Special needs child properly considered
Amazing attorney
Calming nature
Clear communication
Services
Adoption
Our attorneys guide families through independent, stepparent, and juvenile dependency adoptions. We ensure compliance with California's complex legal requirements while prioritizing the child's best interests. Our team provides compassionate support from initial consultations to courtroom representation, ensuring a smooth and legally sound adoption process.
Divorce
We assist clients in navigating divorce proceedings with clarity and empathy. Services include filing paperwork, custody arrangements, support calculations, and property division. Our Certified Family Law Specialists protect client interests while minimizing emotional stress through pragmatic legal strategies and courtroom advocacy.
Child Custody
Our firm advocates for custody solutions prioritizing children's well-being. We prepare clients for mediation, negotiate parenting plans, and represent clients in court when necessary. With expertise in special needs cases, we ensure custody agreements address long-term child welfare and parental responsibilities.
Business Valuation
We handle business valuation in divorce cases, working with forensic accountants to determine fair asset division. Our team defends or challenges valuations in court, addressing pre-marital ownership and community property interests under California law to protect client financial rights.
Child Support
Our attorneys resolve child support disputes using California's guideline formulas. We address income discrepancies, custody time splits, and special needs requirements. With courtroom experience, we ensure fair support orders that reflect clients' financial realities and children's needs.
People
Matthew K. Purcell
Shareholder
Certified Family Law Specialist with decades of experience in divorce, custody, and adoption cases. Advocates for clients' rights while prioritizing children's well-being. Recognized for expertise in special needs cases and appellate work.
Michelle L. Stowell
Shareholder
Certified Family Law Specialist focusing on child custody and support. Known for clear communication and systematic approaches in emotionally charged cases. Experienced in representing clients with special needs children and complex financial situations.
Melissa J. Harman
Senior Attorney
Certified Family Law Specialist with expertise in juvenile dependency and premarital counseling. Provides strategic guidance in high-conflict custody cases and property division disputes, combining legal rigor with client-centered advocacy.
Michelle Hahn
Of Counsel
Experienced attorney offering tailored legal solutions in divorce and custody matters. Focuses on practical outcomes through mediation or litigation, with a commitment to ethical practice and client education.
Olivia Grim
Attorney
Dedicated family law attorney assisting clients in adoption, custody, and support cases. Emphasizes clear communication and thorough case preparation to achieve favorable resolutions aligned with client goals.
Questions
What is a Certified Family Law Specialist (CFLS)?
A CFLS is a California attorney with advanced certification in family law, demonstrating expertise in divorce, custody, and related matters through rigorous evaluation by the State Bar.
How does Purcell Stowell handle special needs child cases?
Our team has extensive experience addressing unique challenges in custody and support cases involving special needs children, ensuring legal plans prioritize long-term care and developmental requirements.
Can you help with business valuation during divorce?
Yes, we work with forensic accountants to accurately assess business assets and advocate for fair division in court, addressing both community and separate property interests.
What areas of California do you serve?
We represent clients throughout Northern California, including Sacramento, Roseville, Folsom, and surrounding counties, handling cases involving custody, divorce, and adoption.
How do you prepare clients for child custody mediation?
We provide comprehensive pre-mediation counseling, explaining court expectations, documenting client concerns, and strategizing presentations to mediators for optimal custody recommendations.
