Business Details
14 Years
experience
Experienced Family Law Attorneys in Southern California
Farzad & Ochoa Family Law Attorneys is a dedicated legal practice specializing in family law matters across Southern California. Founded on principles of integrity and client-centered representation, the firm prioritizes strategic advocacy while maintaining compassion for clients navigating complex legal challenges. With offices in Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego, the team focuses exclusively on divorce, child custody, alimony, and related family law issues. Their approach emphasizes transparency, avoiding high-pressure sales tactics in favor of personalized strategy sessions to assess case viability.The attorneys, including B. Robert Farzad and Yvette Ochoa, combine courtroom experience with community leadership roles, including teaching positions and pro bono work. They maintain a selective client intake process to ensure dedicated representation, rejecting cases where clients lack ethical alignment or engagement. The firm's reputation is built on verifiable client testimonials highlighting successful outcomes in high-conflict cases, with a commitment to ethical standards and client education through extensive online resources.
Services
Divorce Representation
Child Custody Cases
Spousal Support Negotiation
Child Support Disputes
Domestic Violence Protection
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We exclusively practice family law with decades of combined experience.
- Our attorneys hold leadership roles in local bar associations and legal education.
- We conduct thorough client interviews to ensure ethical case alignment.
- We provide transparent pricing and strategy discussions upfront.
- Our team includes former legal educators and published authors on family law topics.
What people say
Exceptional legal expertise
Compassionate representation
Successful case outcomes
Transparent communication
Ethical practice standards
Services
Divorce Representation
Our divorce attorneys provide strategic legal representation for contested and uncontested divorces. We focus on asset division, spousal support, and child custody matters while maintaining ethical advocacy. Clients receive personalized strategy sessions to evaluate case strengths and potential outcomes. The team combines courtroom experience with mediation expertise to resolve cases efficiently.
Child Custody Cases
We advocate for clients in child custody disputes with emphasis on children's best interests. Our attorneys handle temporary and permanent custody arrangements, visitation rights, and modification cases. The team works to establish fair parenting plans while protecting parental rights through litigation or negotiation.
Spousal Support Negotiation
Our firm handles spousal support matters including temporary support during divorce proceedings and post-judgment modifications. We analyze financial factors and lifestyle considerations to pursue equitable outcomes. Attorneys provide strategic guidance on support calculations and negotiation tactics.
Child Support Disputes
We represent clients in child support establishment, enforcement, and modification cases. Our attorneys analyze income documentation and custody arrangements to determine appropriate support levels. The team works to ensure compliance with California child support guidelines while addressing unique family circumstances.
Domestic Violence Protection
Our attorneys assist clients seeking domestic violence protection orders and handle related custody and support matters. We provide urgent legal intervention while maintaining clients' safety and rights. The team has experience with emergency ex parte hearings and long-term protective order enforcement.
People
B. Robert Farzad
Managing Attorney
2023 Chair of Orange County Bar Association Family Law Section with extensive litigation and mediation experience. Teaches family law at UCI Law School and authors legal publications on domestic violence cases.
Yvette Ochoa
Managing Attorney
Experienced family law litigator in Los Angeles office with focus on child custody and high-conflict divorce cases. Known for strategic representation and commitment to client advocacy in complex family law matters.
Matthew Sundly
Senior Attorney
Specializes in child custody and support cases with proven track record in contested custody litigation. Provides strategic guidance for clients seeking modification of existing court orders.
Questions
What types of family law cases do you handle?
We handle all aspects of family law including divorce, child custody, spousal support, child support, domestic violence protection orders, and post-judgment modifications in Southern California courts.
How do you determine if you'll accept a case?
We conduct initial strategy sessions to evaluate case merits, client engagement, and ethical alignment before accepting representation to ensure we can provide effective advocacy.
Do you offer mediation services?
Yes, we provide divorce mediation services for couples seeking collaborative resolutions while maintaining our commitment to ethical legal standards.
What areas of California do you serve?
We represent clients in seven Southern California counties: Los Angeles, Orange, San Diego, Ventura, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Kern Counties.
How are attorney fees structured?
We provide transparent pricing during strategy sessions, offering customized fee structures based on case complexity and required legal services.
Can I schedule weekend appointments?
While our offices operate Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, we may accommodate evening or weekend appointments upon request for client convenience.
