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13 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Watsonville, CA
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Showing 13 family law attorneys in Watsonville, CA
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Law Offices of Aaron Lipton
538 Main St, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 687-8711 lipton-legal.com
Law Office of Cherish Om - Criminal Defense and Family Lawyer
1050 S Green Valley Rd, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 281-4964 cherishomlawoffice.com
Alpers Law Group
444 Airport Blvd #102, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 240-0490 alperslawgroup.com
Law Office of Tony Escareno
54 Penny Ln, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 724-2165 rymap.org
Watsonville Law Center
315 Main St #207, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 722-2845 watsonvillelawcenter.org
Samarron Paula A
54 Penny Ln # E, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 722-4726 apps.calbar.ca.gov
California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc. (CRLA)
21 Carr St, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 724-2253 crla.org
Rucka, O'Boyle, Lombardo & McKenna
119 E Beach St, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 728-4200 rolmlawyers.com
Family Law Offices of Liliana S. Diaz, PC
240 Westgate Dr, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 722-2444 ldiazfamilylaw.com
Anita LDA
406 Main St Suite 317, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 226-4256 anitalda.com
Allen, Allen & Caroselli Ltd.
617 E Lake Ave, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 768-7215 allencaroselli.com
Ueberrhein John E
1050 S Green Valley Rd, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 728-1777
House Thomas P
734 E Lake Ave STE 17, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 728-0476 attorneyhouse.com
Family law attorneys in Watsonville California help residents with divorce child custody child support and spousal support matters. Watsonville is in Santa Cruz County where local family courts follow California Family Code. An attorney can guide you through the legal process and protect your rights under state law.
What Does a Family Law Attorney in Watsonville Cost?
Family law attorney costs in California vary widely. Many attorneys charge an hourly rate between $250 and $600 per hour. Some offer flat fees for simple uncontested divorces starting around $1,500 to $3,000. Complex cases with custody disputes or property division can cost $10,000 or more. 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 does a family law attorney in Watsonville do?
A family law attorney handles legal issues like divorce legal separation child custody child support spousal support and domestic violence restraining orders. They represent clients in Santa Cruz County Superior Court and help with paperwork and negotiations.
How long do I have to live in California before filing for divorce?
You or your spouse must have lived in California for at least six months and in Santa Cruz County for at least three months before filing for divorce. This is required by California Family Code Section 2320.
What factors determine child custody in California?
California courts decide child custody based on the best interest of the child. Factors include each parent ability to care for the child the child health safety and welfare and any history of abuse. The court encourages both parents to have frequent and continuing contact with the child.
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