Best Divorce Lawyers in Palm Desert, CA

24 firms listed · 10 in Palm Desert · 2 open weekends · 15 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license

Data verified October 18, 2026

Heritage Legal

Heritage Legal

(50)
  • Trust
  • Documents
  • Team
“I had seen Chris Heritage in some media lists but his name came back numerous times from those in my network -- with excellent recommendations including from a fellow estate planning attorney.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2009
Palm Springs, CA · 11 mi from Palm Desert
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Mark J McGowan Law Offices

Mark J McGowan Law Offices

(49)
  • Trust
  • Document
  • Questions
“What stood out the most to us was Mark's genuine commitment to ensuring our family's best interests were protected, and the personalized approach made us feel like more than just his clients.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2002
Family Business
72630 Fred Waring Dr #201, Palm Desert, CA
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Law Office of Bosky Kathuria

Law Office of Bosky Kathuria

(23)
  • Custody
  • Court
  • Understanding
“I've had two prior cases he helped me with and both outcomes were a lot better than i expected i am now unfortunately in route to prepare myself for a third case and I will most definitely be hiring Bosky to represent me in that court room.”
In Business Since 2016
78000 Fred Waring Dr STE 104, Palm Desert, CA
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Arnold, Peterson & Criste

Arnold, Peterson & Criste

(29)
  • Family Law
  • Custody
  • Knowledge
“They are some of the most considerate and thoughtful people especially dealing with such sensitive situations I recommend him to anybody who wants to have 100% attention to your Case or family Situations Ashley Kristin and Mr.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1986
Palm Springs, CA · 11 mi from Palm Desert
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Mark D Gershenson Attorney at Law

Mark D Gershenson Attorney at Law

(7)
“I have worked with Mark for several years on matters unrelated to dissolution/separation and find him to be professional and responsive.”
BBB Accredited
Family Business
In Business Since 1985
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Palm Springs, CA · 11 mi from Palm Desert
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Family Law and Mediation Offices of Frederic S Wieder

Family Law and Mediation Offices of Frederic S Wieder

(17)
  • Custody
  • Questions
“Chris was the best help we could ask for she went above and beyond to help me and my family and to this day still does an amazing job I have referred her to my friend who is now getting her help and she is the best in the valley!!!”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2010
44100 Monterey Ave STE 203, Palm Desert, CA
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The 24 firms listed for Palm Desert, CA take divorce and separation work. Everything shown about their process, consultations and hours is drawn from each firm's own website, and the star ratings and quoted lines come from public reviews.

Area overview: Palm Desert, CA

10 of the 24 firms we list are based in Palm Desert; the other 14 serve Palm Desert from towns including Palm Springs (11 mi), Hemet (36 mi) and Indian Wells (1 mi). 23 of the firms on this page have a rating, from 4.0 to 5.0 across 679 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews and 15 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (98%), responsiveness (91%) and quality (77%). 2 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are divorce (5), family law (4), child support (3), child custody (2) and estate planning (2). 1 shows a license on its website and 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 18 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1998. 4 offer a free initial consultation; 3 are family- or locally-owned and 1 lists coupons or special offers. 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 divorce firm websites listed for Palm Desert tell you?

23 of the 24 firms here have a website on file. Those sites are where the practice describes its own approach, its process options and its consultation terms. Read two or three before calling any of them, because the tone of a divorce site tells you a great deal.

Charlotte R. Sternlieb

Charlotte R. Sternlieb

(3)
“Since my marriage settlement, Charlotte has continued to be a valuable resource when I have had to respond to spousal support and community property issues that have arisen over the years”
BBB Rating: A
In Business Since 1997
74-075 El Paseo Ste A-6, Palm Desert, CA
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Sobero Law Office

Sobero Law Office

(8)
  • Knowledge
“I definitely recommend him he has helped me a lot in my case he will fight for you until the very end 10/10 recommend Mr.”
In Business Since 2014
78000 Fred Waring Dr, Palm Desert, CA
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Sklar & Sklar, Attorneys At Law

Sklar & Sklar, Attorneys At Law

(14)
  • Team
  • Fair
  • Honest
“I had the pleasure of a long telephone conversation with Bryan Sklar, and I was VERY impressed with his questions, his answers, and his simple yet professional advice to me.”
Accepts Paypal
In Business Since 1985
74333 CA-111 Suite 103, Palm Desert, CA
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Affordable Legal Associates

Affordable Legal Associates

(1)
“I asked them a short, but complicated, question over the phone and they answered it!”
Se Habla Español
In Business Since 2014
44100 Monterey Ave STE 203, Palm Desert, CA
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Sbemp

Sbemp

(6)
“My husband and myself had a great experience with SBEMP, they are very professional and helpful.”
Coupons & Offers
In Business Since 1996
Palm Springs, CA · 11 mi from Palm Desert
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Juliene Lee Ash Attorney At Law

Juliene Lee Ash Attorney At Law

(3)
“She was able to fight for my home after 7 years after my divorce.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1997
77-711 Flora Rd # 201, Palm Desert, CA
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Desert Family Mediations

Desert Family Mediations

(1)
“Thurman came into the meeting, assisted by his amazing staff, very well prepared he walked us through the services that Desert Family Mediation Services provides and their promise to us the help us through this difficult time with as little stress an...”
In Business Since 2010
Palm Springs, CA · 11 mi from Palm Desert
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Iris Joan Finsilver Attorney

Iris Joan Finsilver Attorney

In Business Since 2015
45370 Lupine Ln, Palm Desert, CA
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Accord Mediation

Accord Mediation

In Business Since 2001
72960 Fred Waring Dr, Palm Desert, CA
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Law Offices of Anastacio De La Cruz

Law Offices of Anastacio De La Cruz

(50)
“I have to admit that when I went in, I was very confused about paperwork, and when I left, he laid it all down for me an organized everything and made everything so very clear and I couldn't be more happy..”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2015
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Indio, CA · 8 mi from Palm Desert
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Law Offices of Athina K. Powers

Law Offices of Athina K. Powers

(39)
  • Paralegal
  • Questions
  • Custody
“I spoke with other lawyers that would rush me and not listen to what I needed and Athina was the only one that took time out of her day to listen with the empathy and understand everything I needed.”
In Business Since 2015
Indian Wells, CA · 1 mi from Palm Desert
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A Fair Way Divorce Mediation Palm Springs

A Fair Way Divorce Mediation Palm Springs

(11)
  • Agreement
  • Court
  • Settlement
“He was able to influence our settlement conversations when we hit a wall by gently suggesting alternatives that we hadn't considered to address issues such as alimony--the amount and length of time.”
In Business Since 1998
4 mi from Palm Desert
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Renell E Burch, ESQ

Renell E Burch, ESQ

(2)
“Good people”
In Business Since 2003
Indian Wells, CA · 1 mi from Palm Desert
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Barbara E. Kristal, Attorney at Law

Barbara E. Kristal, Attorney at Law

(6)
  • Divorce
“I thought I could handle my divorce on my own but as the weeks went by it soon became evident that this was going to be a very messy and difficult divorce.”
Rancho Mirage, CA · 5 mi from Palm Desert
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Hemet Immigration & Divorce - Hemet Document Prep Center

Hemet Immigration & Divorce - Hemet Document Prep Center

(23)
“Document Preparation Services stood by our side through the whole process and went above and beyond to ensure the case was submitted correctly, and kept us informed throughout the case of what was needed to continue to file.”
DRE# 01495055
In Business Since 2017
Free Initial Consultation
Se Habla Español
Hemet, CA · 36 mi from Palm Desert
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The Law Offices of Bloom & Rudibaugh

The Law Offices of Bloom & Rudibaugh

(20)
“Plamondon, I enteracted with Cheryl a lot, and she was also so kind throughout a worrysome time in my life, personally, Quick to respond to concerns or questions mostly within the same day.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1985
Locally Owned & Operated
Hemet, CA · 36 mi from Palm Desert
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Clark & Gomez Attorney at Law

Clark & Gomez Attorney at Law

(14)
  • Judge
  • Case
“She prepped me for mediation which I went in confident and ready, helped me with my response, and when she represented me in court she spoke to me calm and in control.”
In Business Since 2018
Hemet, CA · 36 mi from Palm Desert
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DG & Associates Legal Services

DG & Associates Legal Services

(6)
“Friendly, knowledgeable, efficient!”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2017
30 mi from Palm Desert
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Divorce and Separation Legal Services in Palm Desert, CA Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$3845
Maximum cost
$17664
National Average
$6235
Avg Per Hour Rates
$416
$4676
$8832
Average price range is based on 379 cost profiles
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Average Cost $6235
Minimum cost $3845
Maximum cost $17664
Avg Per Hour Rates $416

Average range $4676 to $8832 is based on 379 cost profiles.

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