QUESTION
Where can I find affordable divorce counsel in Southern California?
Asked on Jul 10th, 2012 on Divorce - California
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A friend of mine is looking to file for divorce. They are unable to come up with the money needed for a downpayment to hire a traditional attorny in Southern California. I have heard of other attorneys willing to help with various payment plans and no money down options in other states. Is this option currently available in Calfornia? Additionally there is a 401K that also can be used as collateral, or payment when the divorce is done? Where do you find such attorney's willing to help?
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Laurie Peters & Associates, APLC
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In Ventura County you can contact Kathleen Barrett, she is willing to work out a payment plan for most.
Answered on Jun 28th, 2013 at 9:25 PM
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Law Office of Bernal P. Ojeda
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Try a legal clinic they work on a sliding scale.
Answered on Aug 13th, 2012 at 4:00 PM
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Steven J. Alpers, A Professional Corporation
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Contact the local bar association. They may have a low fee panel or there may be a legal aid office they could refer her to.
Answered on Aug 13th, 2012 at 3:58 PM
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Zahn Law Office
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I offer reasonable rates, affordable payment plans, and would generally be willing to work with your friend.
Answered on Aug 13th, 2012 at 3:54 PM
You should go to your local courthouse and seek out assistance from the self-help center. Some of these centers have lists of attorneys or non-profit legal aide foundations who do pro bono (free) work.
Answered on Aug 13th, 2012 at 3:49 PM
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Law Offices of Tobie B. Waxman
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What's affordable is in the eye of the beholder. I'm considered an affordable attorney in Southern California. That doesn't necessarily mean my rates will be considered affordable by you. You need to ask around. Feel free to call my office to discuss my hourly rates and what that includes. Sometimes (actually often), when you find a lower cost attorney they do not offer full representation. i.e. they may prep documents for you, but not represent you in court. Or, prep documents, but not pay the filing fees for you or service. Unfortunately, divorce is expensive. It isn't necessarily to your benefit to find someone on the cheap. Mistakes can be even more expensive.
Answered on Aug 13th, 2012 at 3:46 PM