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Browse family law attorneys serving El Monte, California. Contact information and addresses listed below.
11 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
El Monte, CA
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Showing 11 family law attorneys in El Monte, CA
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Damas Law
11033 Valley Blvd, El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 678-3937 eddiedamas.org
The Law Office of Oscar D. Sandoval, APC
9650 Telstar Ave Unit A-803, El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 230-6499 sandovalesq.com
Law Offices of Edward Figaredo
11100 Valley Blvd #104, El Monte, CA 91731
(866) 237-8070 figaredo-law.com
Law Office Of Alma D. Puente, APLC
11001 Main St #228, El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 442-9900 apuentelaw.com
正德律师事务所 Johndon Legal APC
9660 Flair Dr #229, El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 866-1510 johndonlegal.com
Law Offices of Norman J. Homen
11100 Valley Blvd #224, El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 667-2216 lawnjh.com
The Hayes Law Firm Apc
2648 Durfee Ave, El Monte, CA 91732
(866) 953-2208 hayeslawfirm.law
ELPIS LAW
9660 Flair Dr #438, El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 782-7383
Aranguren H Irene
3205 Santa Anita Ave, El Monte, CA 91733
(626) 448-7404
Law Office of Ilene Aguilar Ruiz
9650 Telstar Ave Unit A, El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 340-5649
Law Offices of H. Irene Aranguren
3205 Santa Anita Ave, El Monte, CA 91733
(626) 448-7404
Family law attorneys in El Monte California assist with divorce child custody child support and spousal support matters. California family courts follow the California Family Code which requires equal division of community property and uses the best interest of the child standard for custody. El Monte is located in Los Angeles County so cases are filed at the Stanley Mosk Courthouse in downtown Los Angeles or the Pomona Courthouse depending on your area.
What Does a Family Law Attorney in El Monte Cost?
The cost of hiring a family law attorney in El Monte California varies widely. Many attorneys charge an hourly rate between 250 and 600 dollars per hour. Simple uncontested divorces may cost 2,000 to 5,000 dollars total while complex cases involving custody disputes or high assets can cost 10,000 to 50,000 dollars or more. Some attorneys offer flat fees for specific services like an uncontested divorce. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the residency requirement for divorce in El Monte California?
You or your spouse must have lived in California for at least six months and in Los Angeles County for at least three months before filing for divorce. This requirement is found in California Family Code section 2320.
How is child custody decided in El Monte family court?
California courts decide custody based on the best interest of the child standard under Family Code section 3011. The court considers factors like the childs health safety and welfare and each parents ability to care for the child.
What is the waiting period for a divorce in California?
After the divorce petition is served there is a mandatory six month waiting period from the date of service before the divorce can be finalized. This is set by California Family Code section 2339.
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