Orange County, CA Divorce Lawyer & Certified Family Law SpecialistGartman and Montenegro

A Family Law Firm

WHO WE AREWe Do The Work Differently

By cooperating with over 100 lawyers across the region, our original values remain an integral part of our philosophy and approach to client work.

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WHAT WE DODefining Success Together

We can proudly claim that we are the preferred counsel for competition advice in the region and that we provide a complete range of services.

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HOW WE DORenowned for Top Quality

Lawyers associated with Law firm operate seamlessly across all of these jurisdictions, in order to provide the best legal advice under competitive terms.

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“At Gartman and Montenegro, we are committed to handling all of our cases in a professional manner. We understand that the issues in family law are emotional and sensitive, and we attempt to help our clients get through this time in their life with dignity.”

ABOUT USDefining Success Together

In order to ensure the quality of service in the field of corruption practices, we have assembled a experienced team.

MINORS COUNSELS

We contain one of the few court-appointed minors counsels who can represent children in divorce cases.

BUSINESS OWNERS

Maintains specialization in divorce cases for business owners.

TRUST US

We fight hard for clients when someone is unreasonable or unfair.

EXPERIENCED

Has an accounting background, providing valuable insight into financial statements.

WHO WE AREOur Team

Renowned for the quality of work of the lawyers, our team provide best legal advice under competitive terms.

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CERTIFIED FAMILY LAW SPECIALISTLaurel Peniche Gartman

Certified Family Law Specialist with over 30 years of experience and a member of leading legal associations.

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ASSOCIATE ATTORNEYAshley Peniche Montenegro, Esq.

Associate Attorney with the Law Office of Gartman and Montenegro, fluent in Spanish and experienced in family law since 2010

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PARALEGALAnna Huemoller

Paralegal with 18 years of experience in Family Law, is a key member of our team who manages office operations with expertise, leadership, and compassion

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WHAT WE OFFEROur Practices

Lawyers take into consideration local particularities in order to provide the best legal advice.

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LEGAL SEPARATION

A divorce alternative based on similar grounds, often for personal or legal reasons

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PROPERTY DIVISION

Divided equally overall, not asset by asset, and missed assets can be addressed with a post-judgment motion.

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SPOUSAL SUPPORT

Either spouse can request spousal support during divorce or separation, and it can be settled amicably or through contested court proceedings

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CHILD CUSTODY

Often emotionally charged, and we’re committed to helping families find the best solutions for their children.

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