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Fernandez & Karney
- Ethical
- Law Firm
- Happy
“I am very happy that I did; because from the time that he took my case he handled it very professionally and I was very happy for my divorce settlement case.”
Best Divorce Lawyers in Santa Monica, CA
24 firms listed · 11 in Santa Monica · 2 open 24/7 · 3 open weekends · 16 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 17, 2026
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Men's Family Law
- Fee
- Case
- Married
“David Pisarra and Men's Family Law were compassionate and informative when I was going through tough times in 2010, and they've remained a resource ever since.”
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Family Lawyer Santa Monica: Hayat Family Law
- Law Firm
- Case
“This law firm is helping me with my child custody case, and they're always there to take my calls.”
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Law Offices of Rand Pinsky
- Court
- Questions
“What I especially appreciated about Rand was that even after my divorce was finalized and issues came up afterward, he was always willing and available to answer an email or take my calls.”
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Essence Document Services
- Questions
- Paper
- Court
“I was struggling with some paper work that needed to be turned in by a certain day and time and because the court house self help wasn't available at all, I was recommended to this business and can I say I have never been more satisfied!”
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Law Office of Mayank Mohan
“Able to explain the legal basis in simple and lay language, allowing me to better participate in the process.”
The 24 firms listed for Santa Monica, 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: Santa Monica, CA
11 of the 24 firms we list are based in Santa Monica; the other 13 serve Santa Monica from towns including Los Angeles (8 mi), Beverly Hills (6 mi) and Santa Clarita (27 mi). 19 of the firms on this page have a rating, from 4.0 to 5.0 across 306 reviews; 1 has 50 or more reviews and 16 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (92%), responsiveness (81%) and quality (77%). 2 are open around the clock and 3 are open on weekends. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are child support (6), property division (6), child custody (5), mediation (5) and spousal support (5). 1 shows a license on its website. Domain records put 17 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1996. 2 offer urgent consultations; 2 offer a free initial consultation; 3 are family- or locally-owned and 2 list 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 Santa Monica tell you?
All 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.
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The Ratinoff Law Group
“Joanne was completely prepared to go to trial, but she diligently worked this process that allowed both parties to work out and settle this process without a trial.”
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Van Oorschot Law Group
“They go over and above to work things out For You!”
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Law and Mediation Office of Natasha M. Saltz
“I am a prospering entrepreneur and a single mother of five precious children, because of Natasha's legal guidance during a very difficult legal battle over custody.”
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Gharibian & Oliver
“When the opportunity presents itself, I am always pleased to be able to recommend Gharibian & Oliver as the premier family law firm in all north Los Angeles County areas.”
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The Gillespie Law Firm
- Divorce
“ She's worth her weight in gold based on her expertise and knowledge alone, but her character shines in the way she sincerely cares and advocates for the people she works with.”
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Law Office of Michelle Bortnik
- Patient
- Legal Advice
“She took the time to explain every aspect of my case in a way that was easy for me to understand, and she made sure I felt informed and confident throughout the journey.”
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Meyer, Olson, Lowy & Meyers
“I found the attorney's and administrative staff at Meyer, Olson, Lowy and Meyers to be inviting, very professional, and simply lovely to work with.”
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Bransky Law Group
“As a clincial marriage therapist, I have sent several clients to David at the Bransky Law Group after determining the marriage to no longer serve the couple.”
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Law Offices of Karen P. Donahoe
“An individual going through a mediation process should consult with an experienced family law attorney. The mediator should be a neutral individual. Before you go into a mediation setting, you should have an understanding of your rights and a reasona...”
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Clarke Logan Young Law Offices
“The reality is that until the psychological dynamics that are driving the conflict are addressed in the form of an enforceable court order, the conflict and litigation will resist resolution. The non–Borderline spouse will return to court time and ti...”
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Law Office of Chelsea M. Norris
“Chelsea M. Norris, Esq. has 10 years of experience practicing exclusively family law in California,and is prepared to address the individual needs and goals of each and every client.”
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Griffin Donnell and Associates
““As a divorced mother, having dealt with the pain and stress of going through a nasty divorce, a custody battle and the psychological abuse of an x, I realized how crucial it is to start with the very best legal representation you can afford. It is v...”
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Law and Mediation Office of Frisco Fayer
“Navigating the complexities of family law, contract matters, or other disputes can be challenging, and I am here to assist you. As a dedicated and skilled attorney and mediator, I specialize in family law while also handling a diverse range of confli...”
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Payne Law Group
“Payne Law Group is a Family Law Firm in Los Angeles, California, which provides legal services for all areas of Family Law and some areas of Civil Litigation. Family Law includes matters relating to divorce, child custody and visitation, child suppor...”
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Law Offices of Stephen L. Cawelti
- File
- Intelligent
- Court Hearing
“The only caveats that I would mention, have to do with some occasional estimated timeframes from the firm that were missed, and/or communication regarding the need for adjustment to those timelines was slow (i.”
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Berenji & Associates Divorce Lawyers
- Advice
- Questions
- Future
“I also appreciate that they took the time to explain the different strategies, making sure that I understood what was happening through each step of my case.”
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The Soleymani Law Firm
- Outcome
- Questions
- Trust
“Not only was the team top tier professional at every turn (when the counter party was not), they helped me to remain logical and professional when it would have been just as easy to let my emotions take over.”
Divorce and Separation Legal Services in Santa Monica, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$4246
Maximum cost
$19506
National Average
$6885
Avg Per Hour Rates
$459
$5164
$9753
Typical price range is based on 263 cost profiles
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