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Family law can be complicated. The path forward doesn't have to be.

PRACTICE AREAS

Family Law Guidance for Wherever You Are in the Process

Divorce & Legal Separation

Guidance through the legal, financial and practical decisions involved in ending a marriage.

Child Custody & Parenting Plans

Helping parents establish workable custody and visitation arrangements focused on their children's needs.

Child & Spousal Support

Establishing, modifying and addressing support orders with an experienced understanding of California family law.

Domestic Violence

Representation involving temporary and permanent restraining orders, renewals and defense against false allegations.

Post-Judgment Modifications

Life changes. Existing custody, visitation and support orders sometimes need to change with it.

Agreements & Other Family Matters

Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, parentage matters, DCSS cases, mediation and other family law needs.
practical guidance

Don't Throw Good Money After Bad.

Legal decisions have financial consequences, too.

Elizabeth keeps a close eye on the cost of representation and works efficiently toward solutions tailored to each client's circumstances. She will explain the potential benefit—and potential cost—of different approaches so you can make an informed decision about how to proceed.

Sometimes that means going to court. Sometimes it means finding another way forward.

Either way, you deserve an attorney willing to have an honest conversation with you.

Elizabeth Johnson

More Than 25 Years
Focused Exclusively on Family Law

Elizabeth began her career with the San Diego Department of Child Support Services and has spent more than 25 years helping clients resolve complex and often high-conflict family law matters.

She understands that these cases aren't simply legal problems. They affect your children, your finances, your home and your plans for the future.

Her approach combines experience with practical judgment: knowing when to fight, when to negotiate and, importantly, when spending another dollar in legal fees isn't likely to improve the outcome.

  • 25+ YEARS
    Family Law Experience
  • STATE BAR OF CALIFORNIA
    Admitted 2001
  • FORMER PRESIDENT
    Whittier Bar Association
  • AWARD RECIPIENT
    Pro Bono Legal Service

Legal help tailored to what you actually need

Not every family law matter requires full-service representation from beginning to end.

Elizabeth offers different levels of assistance depending on your situation, including:

  • Full Representation
    Representation and guidance throughout your family law matter.

  • Limited Scope Representation
    Hire an attorney to handle specific portions of your case while you handle others.

  • Document Preparation & Review
    Assistance with discovery, mandatory financial disclosures, pleadings and family law forms.

  • Consulting Attorney Services
    Professional guidance when you primarily intend to handle the matter yourself.

What To Expect

Start With a Conversation...

Tell Us What's Going On

Complete the confidential inquiry form with some basic information about your situation.
01

We'll Check for Conflicts

We'll review the names of the parties before discussing the details of your matter.
02

Meet With Elizabeth

If Elizabeth can assist you, we'll arrange a consultation to discuss your circumstances, priorities and options.
03

Understand Your Path Forward

You'll leave with a clearer understanding of the issues involved and the possible next steps.
04

Straight Answers. A Little Grace. A Way Forward.

Family law involves real people whose lives don't always fit neatly into legal forms.

Elizabeth believes in personal accountability, but she also believes in grace. You can't change every decision that brought you to this point. You can decide what happens next.

Her job is to help you understand your situation honestly, identify the things you can control and work toward a resolution that allows you to move forward.

You Don't Have to Figure Out Everything Today.

You just need to understand your next step.

Contact Elizabeth

If you would like to inquire about a consultation, please complete the form below. Your information will be sent directly and confidentially.
In-person meetings by appointment only.

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