Best Child Custody Lawyers in La Mesa, CA

24 firms listed · 7 in La Mesa · 2 open 24/7 · 5 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 16, 2026

Family Law San Diego

Family Law San Diego

(41)
  • Team
  • Custody
  • Divorce
“Bud is the man he's helped me out so much really appreciate his knowledge and insight he's been very helpful to me and I definitely recommend him to anyone who needs help with family law matters.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1994
BBB Rating: A+
7777 Alvarado Rd Suite 413, La Mesa, CA
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Garmo & Garmo

Garmo & Garmo

(47)
  • Personal Injury
  • Phone Call
  • Team
“Garmo & Garmo came highly recommended by our dear friend and real estate representative, she had done business with Garmo in the past and had nothing but wonderful things to say about their Team.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1997
Licensed
5464 Grossmont Center Dr 300 Ste. 300, La Mesa, CA
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Fair Cadora

Fair Cadora

(44)
  • Compassionate
  • Case
  • Team
“Well I've never used a divorce attorney before but the experience was a six month nightmare due more to my wife's attorney who lied like a rug than Mr.”
In Business Since 2006
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
8220 University Ave Suite 201, La Mesa, CA
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The Law Offices of Bruce W. Cozart

The Law Offices of Bruce W. Cozart

(6)
  • Family Law
  • Divorce
“I was already “nice”, I needed someone not only intelligent about the law, but who was superior beyond the scope of the law, who can strategically layout the foundation to conquer from the beginning what rightfully is deserving for my family.”
In Business Since 1988
BBB Rating: A+
4730 3rd St A, La Mesa, CA
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La Mesa Legal Clinic

La Mesa Legal Clinic

(1)
“Great service”
Accepts Cash, Check
In Business Since 1994
Free Initial Consultation
BBB Rating: A+
7830 La Mesa Blvd ste a-2, La Mesa, CA
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Law Office of Brian Cochran

Law Office of Brian Cochran

(5)
“I was able to file, and have the other party served from Philadelphia, and Brian Cochran handled everything for me including speaking with and working out an agreement between my son's father and I that was satisfactory for both of us.”
In Business Since 2014
Se Habla Español
8550 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa, CA
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The 24 firms listed for La Mesa, CA take child custody and visitation matters for families. What appears about their practice areas, consultations and office hours is taken from each firm's own site, and ratings with quoted lines come from public reviews.

Area overview: La Mesa, CA

Of the 24 firms we list here, 7 are in La Mesa itself and 17 come from San Diego (15, 7 mi) and Chula Vista (2, 10 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 2,246 reviews; 16 have 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (96%), responsiveness (85%) and quality (75%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "understanding", "knowledge" and "expertise". 2 are open around the clock; 5 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are child support (8), spousal support (7), divorce (6), family law (5) and legal separation (5). 1 shows a license on its website and 9 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 19 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 43 years. 2 offer urgent consultations; 8 offer a free initial consultation and 1 lists coupons or special offers. 2 have Spanish-speaking staff. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.

What do custody firm websites listed for La Mesa usually state?

All 24 firms have a website on file. Those pages are where a practice describes the parenting matters it takes, whether it offers mediation, and how consultations run. Look for a firm that writes about children rather than about winning, and read a few before you call.

Michael R. Hirman Attorney at Law

Michael R. Hirman Attorney at Law

(4)
“He cared about my family being together, and advised me when was the good time to submit the last paperwork to proceed with the last appointment for my wife's visa.”
7777 Alvarado Rd Suite 404, La Mesa, CA
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San Diego Divorce Mediation & Family Law

San Diego Divorce Mediation & Family Law

(50)
  • Settlement
  • Questions
  • Agreement
“He made this divorce process so much easier for my husband and I to work through and I think he will be part of the reason that we will be able to stay friends after the divorce.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2002
Free Initial Consultation
BBB Rating: A+
San Diego, CA · 7 mi from La Mesa
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San Diego Divorce Attorney Shana J. Black

San Diego Divorce Attorney Shana J. Black

(43)
  • Call
  • Questions
  • Custody
“Black and her experienced heart truly epitomize"the promise of a new and better day",,,for those who come to her ,like myself, there is a feeling of unweighted shoulders ,strong and driven resolution without ever leaving in despair..”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2004
BBB Rating: A+
San Diego, CA · 7 mi from La Mesa
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Antonyan Miranda

Antonyan Miranda

(50)
  • Legal Advice
  • Stress
  • Team
“When I needed guidance through one of the most stressful, difficult, and challenging times in my life these great people were with me every step of the way.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2008
BBB Rating: A+
San Diego, CA · 7 mi from La Mesa
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Flat Rate Divorce

Flat Rate Divorce

(48)
  • Price
  • Patient
  • Questions
“He requested some information from me via email due to this COVID thing and by the time he called me again later in the day he had already looked into my case and was able to reassure me everything was being handled well.”
In Business Since 2009
BBB Rating: A+
Chula Vista, CA · 10 mi from La Mesa
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The Law Offices of Mark Deniz Aplc

The Law Offices of Mark Deniz Aplc

(47)
“I highly recommend The Law Office of Mark Deniz, my dad had a difficult case for DUI and Mark and his team help us with the process from beginning to end.”
In Business Since 2013
Free Initial Consultation
San Diego, CA · 7 mi from La Mesa
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Law Offices of E. John Damasco

Law Offices of E. John Damasco

(38)
  • Outcome
  • Planning
  • Questions
“He was beyond patient with us and our questions as deciding what would be best for the kids, and sadly had put in time going back & forth with the kids' mom to get her to agree to the visitation stipulation.”
In Business Since 2008
BBB Rating: A+
San Diego, CA · 7 mi from La Mesa
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San Diego Divorce Lawyers

San Diego Divorce Lawyers

(45)
  • Understand
  • Feel
  • Team
“After 12 years of a custody order that seemed to be working for all parties, my ex husband decided to take me back to court to try to flip the 80/20 custody to his favor, and to get child support in his behalf.”
In Business Since 2011
Emergency Services
San Diego, CA · 7 mi from La Mesa
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Goldberg Jones - Divorce For Men

Goldberg Jones - Divorce For Men

(44)
  • Call
  • Court Room
  • Questions
“She made a very difficult process much easier and I would highly recommend her and her team to any father negotiating custody/child support litigation.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1999
BBB Rating: A+
San Diego, CA · 7 mi from La Mesa
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Khosroabadi & Hill

Khosroabadi & Hill

(49)
  • Questions
  • Call
  • Team
“I would highly recommend K&H APC, Attorneys at Law to anybody who is seeking not only expert advice, but true professionals who will put in the long hard-working hours and guide you along a journey towards success.”
In Business Since 2019
Free Initial Consultation
San Diego, CA · 7 mi from La Mesa
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Prager Jones

Prager Jones

(49)
  • Cost
  • Case
  • Team
“Situations like this can be very emotional and it was great to have a kind and sympathetic yet candid and objective attorney to help separate the emotional from the practical issues.”
In Business Since 2018
Free Initial Consultation
San Diego, CA · 7 mi from La Mesa
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A Healthy Divorce

A Healthy Divorce

(50)
  • Questions
  • Parties
  • Patient
“We didn't always 100% agree with each other ( my wife Susie and I ) but he guided us to a fair settlement and most important he was honest and skilled in getting us where we both wanted to go.”
In Business Since 2006
Chula Vista, CA · 10 mi from La Mesa
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Minella Law Group

Minella Law Group

(44)
  • Knowledge
  • Hearing
  • Team
“Right before my hearing started I had a lot of anxiety but Elizabeth looked at me and said "you got this, think about your daughter and put your game face on because we are about to go fight for her life".”
In Business Since 2013
San Diego, CA · 7 mi from La Mesa
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The Law Offices of Steven M. Bishop

The Law Offices of Steven M. Bishop

(47)
  • Team
  • Custody
  • Court
“Bishop has a rare ability to listen and understand your family situation, up to the point where you feel connected, valued, and comfortable with the difficult legal situation you are confronted with.”
In Business Since 1983
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
San Diego, CA · 7 mi from La Mesa
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Mellman & Mellman

Mellman & Mellman

(49)
  • Trust
  • Responsive
  • Questions
“After spending time and money working with another firm who turned out to be completely ineffective, when it was time for the rubber to hit the road I was VERY fortunate to discover Juanita and her staff.”
In Business Since 2018
Se Habla Español
San Diego, CA · 7 mi from La Mesa
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Webb Law Group

Webb Law Group

(36)
  • Meeting
  • Questions
  • Team
“Throughout what proved to be a lengthy process, they consistently kept our costs as low as reasonably possible, despite challenges from opposing counsel.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2019
Accepts Cash, Invoicing available
San Diego, CA · 7 mi from La Mesa
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Primus Family Law Group

Primus Family Law Group

(45)
  • Case
  • Children
  • Team
“You can hear her care in her voice, it's like she feels what I'm going through and it's so awesome to have a team that believes just because I am a Dad in California that does not mean I have less of a legal right to custody of my son.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2016
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
San Diego, CA · 7 mi from La Mesa
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Mesnik Law Group

Mesnik Law Group

(34)
  • Questions
  • Matter
  • Divorce
“At first I thought I wanted a female lawyer to represent me, but having a male representative that is stern and can stand up for me against my ex has been a huge benefit.”
In Business Since 2014
Free Initial Consultation
San Diego, CA · 7 mi from La Mesa
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