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16 Jan, 2024 by Anonymous
I've had the pleasure of Korol & Velen's council for over a decade, and I can honestly say that Rozanna, Nydia, and the entire team are exceptional! They're incredibly knowledgeable, very direct, and honest. I've always felt they've had my best interest at heart and tried everything possible to keep costs as low as possible. I was incredibly pleased with the outcome of our latest hearing. You can't afford not to hire Rozanna and Team!
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11 Sep, 2023 by Staci
Rozanna Velen came into my divorce 3 years in at a very difficult time. She was authentic, hard working, compassionate and one of the smartest lawyer I have met.. and I have met many. She finished my divorce when no one else could. She got us to mediation when I was told we’d have no choice but trial. Rozanna and her team are fair yet powerful and they do it gracefully. I couldn’t be more grateful that Rozanna came into my life at the perfect time. I would recommend Rozanna and her team over and over again.
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31 Aug, 2023 by Vladimir
I am very glad that I hired Rozanna as my divorce attorney.
First of, she came highly recommended by my life long friend, that I enormously trust. I did not regret my decision for a minute. Rozanna made a very stressful situation much easier, she knew answers to all of my questions (and they were plenty), she was accessible at any time at for that I am so grateful to her.
Let me tell you, when Rozanna speaks, people listen. And by people I mean opposing attorneys.
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17 Nov, 2021 by Anonymous
What to say about Goldie... She is a pushy, strong, fights for your side and will not stop. She is a powerhouse. There is nothing that my now ex wife wouldn't do to try extort money from me and being dishonest with the judge was also a normal thing for her to do along with her lawyer who also did not tell the truth. In the end, Goldie was great and got me divorced and also ended the crazy with my ex. I am free no matter how much my ex wanted to be married to our divorce to punish me. I am so thankful for Goldie as she always set me straight and was my rock.
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30 Apr, 2020 by Holly
Goldie always listened to me. I was divorcing my husband and we had 2 young kids together. No matter what the other side did, Goldie would fight the fight for me. She would say things to the judge that I could not believe she remembered I told her. She knew all the details. The other side would hire and fire lawyers. Each lawyer was worse and they would just lie to the judge to try and get something. Goldie always prevailed. She won the war for me and I am now free and I have sole legal and sole physical custody of our kids. She is truly a miracle worker. I love you Goldie.
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30 Jun, 2018 by Anonymous
My job got moved to another state outside California. I have majority time with our kid. Goldie filed the paperwork and fought for me to move and we won. I’m so happy and grateful to Goldie. She’s a great lawyer. She always listen to me. She always made me feel safe. She got it done for me and I can’t be happier.
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15 Feb, 2012 by Harold
Ms. Soheila is a very experience lawyer with a 14 yr experienced she was very helpull in solving my child support case. she's awesome I'm very happy that my friend Richard referred her to me all I can say if I ever have to hire another Lawyer I would definately hire Ms.Soheila.
I'm so happy with her services and the outcome of the case that I would referred her to as many people as possible shes very helpfull honest and very proffesional.
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04 Sep, 2024 by D.s.
I had the pleasure of working with Jennifer on a restraining order case, and I couldn't be more satisfied with the outcome. She is incredibly articulate in her words, ensuring that every aspect of my case was presented clearly and persuasively. Her professionalism is top-notch, making the entire process feel smooth and manageable.
What truly stood out to me was her responsiveness. Whether it was answering questions or providing updates, she was always quick to reply, which gave me peace of mind during a stressful time. Thanks to her expertise and dedication, we won the case. I highly recommend Jennifer to anyone in need of a skilled and reliable family law attorney.
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27 Dec, 2023 by Carolyn kramer
A five star rating and more for Fred Schwartz, is more than deserved. He handled my case in a calm, confident manner which included a compassionate concern for my well being. Fred investigated the accident in minute detail, gathered evidence and handled my claim negotiations. While it was a difficult path to physically move through this injury; I was surprised to experience an emotion healing when I received significant compensation for my pain and suffering. I am grateful, I had the BEST attorney in Fred Schwartz!
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05 Oct, 2023 by Farris sanders
Remember those attorneys that claimed they'll fight for you I had a case with them when it came time to they ran like Jack rabbits so a friend recorded Fred Swartz he was very thorough in how deal with the insurance company he my almost dead came and revived it for a substantial win reason Fred Swartz is so good is because he has years of experience working for the insurance companies after that I had another case he got me ten times what I expected let's face it with the way insurance companies operate you need an inside madman who how they operate and how to deal with them that inside man is Fred Swartz trust me you'll be very happy with the results
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06 Aug, 2024 by Brian
Olga is impressive in so many ways, she always had answers for my questions, she knows the best way to negotiate a settlement and is a straight shooter.
She could've easily put me on the back burner as my case dragged on, but chose not to.
Olga has such a great way about her, she's a truth teller with a great human touch.
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27 Feb, 2024 by Cassandra almaraz
I received a phone call very quickly from this law firm. Ms. Akopyan took her time discussing my situation with me. I would highly recommend this office.
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15 Feb, 2024 by Cc valley
Very professional and quality advice
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13 Feb, 2024 by Kenzie alexander
Michael and Ani are amazing lawyers. They are kind and caring people as well. They guided me through the process and got me a result very quickly. They also made accommodations for me due to having a disability. I really can’t say enough about them. If you are need of an employment lawyer, you couldn’t be in better hands. They really care about their clients. I am thrilled with the results they got me.
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14 Dec, 2023 by V33 hart
Working with Ani has always been an amazing experience. She is very knowledgeable in what she does. She has great communication skills and responsiveness. Not only that, her calm and empathetic demeanor has offered emotional security to me at hard times. I am eternally grateful for her service and I highly recommend working with her.
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13 Dec, 2023 by Glenn modina
I have to admit disappointed in the amount I’ve received back but overall experience was good I’m sure Ani did hall she could to make sure we were satisfied only other thing was a long process years and half to be honest
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10 Nov, 2023 by Ayanna
I am extremely pleased with the outstanding legal representation provided by ALPC Law Firm throughout my settlement case. Ani Aghaeian's in-depth knowledge, meticulous attention to detail, and strategic approach were instrumental in achieving a successful resolution. She communicated effectively, kept me informed at every stage, and demonstrated a genuine commitment to my best interests. I highly recommend Ani for anyone seeking a dedicated and skilled legal advocate.
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30 Aug, 2024 by Adam bogisich
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07 Aug, 2024 by Melissa guardado
12 Apr, 2023 by Anonymous
I hired her as a family lawyer to get me child support from a completed Dissomaster that was completed by my previous attorney (in over a year she never got me anything nor was anything filed in court), she was to help with a breech of fiduciary responsibility (which is why I overturned a free hybrid judgment, never did anything), show the court the perceived neglect of my children from my ex (from many pictures and testimonial from people) never requested a court date, the divorce itself as I requested a trial and trial setting conference. She claimed she was super busy so I emailed her that she should put it on a date she could attend but, she booked it on dates she could not be there, she burned up my retainer, $3,000.00 and I supposedly owe her more for literally NOTHING COMPLETED. She filed a motion to be relieved after I went to court to find it had been taken off the calendar without notifying me. Now, I have two upcoming court dates with no family lawyer to represent me and a mediation conference. She worked with my Civil lawyer who said she was incompetent or surely extremely lazy. She seems to be in law to make money and not represent the clients with their best interest a heart. Many times I felt she was asking me for advice or to make decision that a well-versed lawyer
should be advising me on. We met initially in an office that was not her own, she never wanted to talk or meet face to iron out our plans or streamline the process for me. Ultimately she made excuses for failures and gaslighted me as if I were a lawyer ( would never step by step walk me through a process to complete anything and she would not complete anything). If you are treated like me she will take your ($5,000) money and charge you to make requests or send emails that she won't fulfill or complete while your conversations and email cost you, and she will make sure your retainer is vanishing talking to opposing counsel while accomplishing nothing. Instead of working harder or smarter, her true nature will come out and she will quit instead of doing what you paid her for. She also predicted Judge Silberman's responses or what she thought he would do to make excuses for why she couldn't or wouldn't do her job.
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13 Jan, 2022 by Benjy
Allison is an honest, practical, and compassionate attorney. In all my dealings with her, I found her to be a breath of fresh air in a field of law that is unfortunately known to many as being filled with money-hungry selfish jerks. She is a trustworthy person, and I have and will continue to recommend her to those in need during what is often the most challenging time in their lives or prepare them for marriage with a pre-nuptial agreement.
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07 Jan, 2022 by Donna
Allison got me thru a case where I would have lost it all if something went wrong and she didn't know what she was doing.
Well for being such an obscure type of case, she won it for me, and i will forever be grateful to her.
She is very very smart.
Donna R.
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What a Child Support Lawyer Can Do for You
A child support lawyer specializes in legal issues related to the financial support that one parent provides to another for the upbringing of their children. These lawyers assist with establishing, enforcing, and modifying child support orders, ensuring that the financial needs of the child are met, including housing, food, healthcare, education, and other essentials. A child support lawyer can also represent parents in disputes over the amount of support, ensure fair calculations based on income, and handle legal proceedings if one parent fails to meet their obligations.
Whether you're seeking to establish child support, modify an existing order, or enforce payments, a child support lawyer can help you navigate the legal system and protect your rights and the well-being of your child.
When Should I Hire a Child Support Lawyer?
You should consider hiring a child support lawyer when you need assistance with any of the following child support matters:
- Establishing child support: If you are going through a divorce or separation and need to establish a child support order, a lawyer can help ensure that the support amount is fair and accurately calculated.
- Modifying child support orders: If there has been a significant change in circumstances, such as a job loss, income change, or a child's financial needs, a lawyer can help you request a modification to the existing child support order.
- Enforcing child support payments: If the other parent has failed to make court-ordered child support payments, a lawyer can help enforce the order through legal means such as wage garnishment, property liens, or even legal action.
- Disputing child support calculations: If you believe the child support amount has been incorrectly calculated based on your income or expenses, a lawyer can help you challenge the calculation and seek a fair adjustment.
- Paternity disputes: If paternity needs to be established before child support can be ordered, a lawyer can assist with DNA testing and legal proceedings.
- Interstate child support cases: If the parents live in different states, navigating child support laws can be complex. A lawyer can help ensure the proper jurisdiction is established and that child support is enforced across state lines.
- Child support during custody disputes: If child custody and child support are being determined simultaneously, a lawyer can help ensure that both issues are resolved fairly and in the best interest of the child.
Hiring a lawyer early can help ensure that your child support case is handled effectively and that your child's financial needs are met.
What Does a Child Support Lawyer Do?
A child support lawyer provides a variety of legal services to help parents secure, modify, and enforce child support arrangements. Their responsibilities often include:
- Filing for child support: A lawyer can help you initiate the legal process to obtain a child support order, ensuring that all necessary documentation is submitted and deadlines are met.
- Calculating child support: A lawyer can help ensure that child support is calculated fairly based on both parents' incomes, the needs of the child, and other factors such as healthcare and education costs.
- Negotiating child support agreements: If both parents are willing to negotiate, a lawyer can help facilitate an agreement on child support outside of court, which can then be approved by a judge.
- Representing you in court: If negotiations fail or the other parent contests the child support amount, a lawyer will represent you in family court, presenting evidence and making legal arguments to support your case.
- Modifying support orders: A lawyer can help you file a request for modification if circumstances change, such as a loss of income or an increase in the child’s financial needs.
- Enforcing child support: If the other parent is not making court-ordered payments, a lawyer can take legal steps to enforce the order through wage garnishment, property liens, or other measures.
- Handling complex cases: In cases involving high incomes, self-employment, or complicated financial situations, a lawyer can help ensure that all relevant factors are considered in determining child support.
How Are Child Support Lawyers Paid?
Child support lawyers typically charge for their services based on the complexity of the case and the type of legal work required. Common payment methods include:
- Hourly rate: Most child support lawyers charge by the hour, with rates ranging from $150 to $500 or more, depending on the lawyer’s experience and location. The total cost will depend on how much time the lawyer spends on your case, including preparation, negotiations, and court appearances.
- Flat fee: For more straightforward cases, such as uncontested child support agreements or basic modifications, some lawyers may offer a flat fee that covers all services related to the case.
- Retainer: Many lawyers require a retainer, which is an upfront payment that is billed against as the lawyer works on your case. The amount of the retainer depends on the expected complexity of the case.
- Sliding scale or pro bono services: Some lawyers offer sliding scale fees based on income or provide pro bono (free) services in cases where clients cannot afford to pay full legal fees, especially when children’s needs are at stake.
It’s important to discuss fees with your lawyer during the initial consultation to understand how much you will be charged and what services are covered.
How Much Does a Child Support Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a child support lawyer varies depending on the complexity of the case, whether it's contested or uncontested, and the lawyer’s experience. General cost estimates include:
- Uncontested child support cases: Legal fees may range from $1,500 to $5,000, depending on the complexity of the paperwork and the lawyer’s fees.
- Contested child support cases: Legal fees can range from $5,000 to $20,000 or more, especially if the case involves significant court time.
- Hourly rates: Lawyers typically charge between $150 and $500 per hour for child support cases, with higher rates for more experienced attorneys or cases that involve complex financial issues.
- Modification or enforcement: Fees for modifying or enforcing a child support order may range from $2,000 to $10,000, depending on the complexity and the need for court intervention.
Always ask for a detailed cost estimate during your consultation so you can plan your budget accordingly.
Top Questions to Ask a Child Support Lawyer
Before hiring a child support lawyer, it’s important to ask questions to ensure they are the right fit for your case. Key questions to ask include:
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What experience do you have with child support cases?
Ensure the lawyer has experience handling cases similar to yours, whether it’s establishing, modifying, or enforcing child support orders. -
How do you charge for your services?
Clarify whether the lawyer charges by the hour, offers flat fees, or requires a retainer, and ask for a detailed estimate of the total cost. -
What is the likelihood of success in my case?
Ask the lawyer for an honest assessment of your case and any potential challenges you may face. -
How long will the process take?
Child support cases can take time, so ask the lawyer how long they expect the process to last and what factors may cause delays. -
Will you personally handle my case?
In larger firms, junior attorneys or paralegals may handle parts of the case. Make sure you know who will be managing your case and representing you in court. -
What documents should I prepare?
Ask the lawyer what financial documents and other information you should bring to help them calculate child support and build your case.
How to Check the Credibility of a Child Support Lawyer
To ensure you are hiring a reputable child support lawyer, take the following steps to verify their credentials and track record:
- Verify their bar status: Check with your state bar association to confirm that the lawyer is licensed to practice and has no history of disciplinary actions.
- Look for family law experience: Review the lawyer’s website or professional profile to ensure they specialize in family law and have successfully handled child support cases similar to yours.
- Read client reviews and testimonials: Look for client reviews on platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google to see what previous clients have said about the lawyer’s professionalism and success rate.
- Ask for references: A credible lawyer should be able to provide references from past clients who have worked with them on child support matters.
- Check for certifications: Some lawyers may have certifications in family law or membership in organizations like the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML), which can indicate their expertise in child support and family law issues.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To make the most out of your first consultation with a child support lawyer, it’s important to come prepared with relevant documents and information. Here’s what you should bring:
- Income documents: Bring pay stubs, tax returns, W-2s, or any other documentation of your income and the other parent’s income, as this will be used to calculate child support.
- Existing child support orders: If there are any existing child support or custody orders, bring copies for the lawyer to review.
- Child-related expenses: Provide documentation of your child’s medical bills, education expenses, daycare costs, and any other expenses that should be factored into the child support calculation.
- Communication with the other parent: Bring any communication between you and the other parent regarding child support, whether through emails, text messages, or written agreements.
- List of questions: Prepare a list of questions about your case, the legal process, and the lawyer’s fees.
By preparing thoroughly for your consultation, you can help the lawyer assess your case more effectively and provide the best possible legal advice on how to proceed.
