Pasadena Divorce Lawyer
Helping You Through Your Divorce
Divorce is one of the most difficult situations a family can go through.
Not only is it a time of emotional turmoil for the spouses, but the children
become equally upset over the changes to their life. As Pasadena family
law attorneys, we are dedicated to helping families get through this trying
experience with as little upset and stress as possible.
Why You Should Choose Us
The Law Offices of Makupson & Howard has
collectively 50 years of experience and have an excellent understanding of the
family law court system and divorce law. Our firm has been honored by several prestigious
organizations when it comes to our quality legal representation and we
continue to be involved in associations to help increase our knowledge
of family law in California.
Some of our achievements include:
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Being named
Top Attorneys by Pasadena Magazine in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016
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Being Accredited by the
Better Business Bureau
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Membership in
The State Bar of California
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Attorney Makupson's
9.6 'Superb' Avvo rating
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Membership in
California Women Lawyers
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Membership in
The Los Angeles County Bar Association
We are passionate about fighting for you and your family's needs as
you go through divorce. We are committed to discussing your case in full
so as to completely understand your goals for the different aspects of
the divorce. It is always our goal to attempt amicable resolution of family
issues whenever possible. We strive to avoid the emotional stress that
animosity between spouses can create, in addition to the added cost of
litigation. Nevertheless, when it becomes unlikely that a resolution will
be reached, we will aggressively represent you and your children's
interests in court in order to achieve the best results for your family.
Experienced & Compassionate Divorce Attorneys in Pasadena
Our firm treats each client individually and will tailor our legal efforts
based on your needs. We understand that your children are always of foremost
importance and will keep them in mind when advising you on any child custody
or support matters. Attorney Makupson serves as a minor's counsel
to represent the interests of children in contested custody matters, appointed
by the court as a result of her experience.
She is also trained in mediation and can assist your family through that
process. With the skilled representation and solid base of experience
we provide, you can trust that you and your family's future and finances
will be protected. We have a strong record of success, in cases ranging
from simple dissolutions and mediations, to complex child custody cases
and property division.
Divorce Practice Areas We Handle
Our firm has provided skilled legal representation to our clients in many
different areas of family law. If you are considering filing for a divorce,
you will have to decide which type of divorce is best for you. For example,
collaborative divorce means that you will not have to drag your case in front of a judge.
Rather than allowing the court to make the final decision, you can make
your own decisions regarding:
Mediation is another way to avoid court. With a divorce attorney acting as a mediator,
you could cut down on the cost, time, and stress of a contested divorce.
We can also help you in regards to the determining which type of child
custody is right for you.
Joint custody ,
physical custody , and
legal custody all have different pros and cons and it may prove to be invaluable to
have a professional walking with you through the details of the case.
If you are dealing with conflict in regards to
paternity actions ,
parental relocation , or
custody modifications , you should meet with a member of our team to discuss your situation.
In other matters, we have experience in creating thorough
pre-marital & post-marital agreements. These are not only beneficial for couples with a high net worth, but
for anyone who wants to prepare for any eventuality. If you suffered from
any type of
domestic violence in your family, we can help you request an
order of protection. This situation may also have an effect on divorce and child custody.
If you which to avoid divorce for whatever reason, a
legal separation may be in your best interests.
Other types of cases we have handled include:
Contact The Law Offices of Makupson & Howard Today!
Whether you are filing for a contested or uncontested divorce, it is always
a smart decision to secure legal representation at your soonest convenience.
As a seasoned law firm that has seen virtually every type of divorce and
family law related case, we want you to understand that working with a
lawyer sooner rather than later will make a huge difference in your case.
It can be the difference between keeping custody of your children and
losing custody, or having your assets improperly divided. If there are
children involved, it is often wise to have legal help to ensure that
your plans for custody, support and visitation run as planned.
Without the help of a seasoned law firm, you may end up losing custody
of your children because your divorce attorney was incapable of correctly
conveying your ability to care for your children. When working with our
firm, we strive to provide the highest level of legal representation necessary
to find a favorable outcome in each case, no matter the specific circumstances
surrounding the case. Need a lawyer for your divorce in Pasadena?
Seek help from one of the top divorce lawyers in Pasadena for your case.
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Our Office Location
301 E. Colorado Blvd., Suite 610
Pasadena, CA 91101
Phone: (888) 328-2734