Practice Area

Family Law

Overview

Murphy Austin’s Family Law Practice Team has more than 30 years of experience, statewide, providing counsel, representation, mediation, and litigation services in complex family law matters.

Our attorneys are experienced in family law issues including, dissolution of marriage, legal separation, pre and post-judgment child and spousal support, custody, premarital and post-marital agreements, domestic violence, and writs and appeals.

Mary Martinelli, C.F.L.S.,* who heads the Family Law Practice Team, has received the honor of an AV Preeminent Attorney Judicial Edition Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, which is the highest rating awarded in the field. Mary and partner Kelly Pope, C.F.L.S.,*  both Certified Family Law Specialists, State Bar of California, as well as other team members work regularly with highly regarded and skilled experts including, forensic accountants, analysts, financial professionals, compensation experts, and custody evaluators. In addition, the Family Law Practice Team leverages the resources and expertise from other attorneys in the firm who specialize in the areas of real estate, business, tax, and estate planning. This support enables our attorneys to address and respond to all needs of the client in the context of a family law proceeding.

The Family Law Practice Team’s clients include leaders in business and agriculture, professionals, entertainers, and athletes.

Our team members are dedicated to responsive, confidential, and excellent client service. With compassion and experience, our attorneys help clients navigate through challenging legal issues to achieve the best possible outcomes.

*Certified Family Law Specialist, The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization.
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