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MANHATTAN BEACH DIVORCE ATTORNEY

Why hire a lawyer for your divorce?

  • California laws are complex;
  • you may be entitled to more than you ask for;
  • your children custody and support may be at risk;
  • you may need to protect your assets
  • for a fair settlement and proper documentation
Mostly, because your emotions may get in the way of making wise legal decisions!

Trusted and Experienced Attorney
I welcome clients who are interested in learning about their case and in helping to gather evidence. An informed client is one who doesn’t need to be taught the basics. This means the case moves forward more quickly and easily than if the client needs spoon-feeding.

We Are The Right Size to Serve You
Attorney fees can be so high that the lower-income and middle-class client can be squeezed out. I am willing to review documents for lower-income clients.

I Love to Write
Because I love to write I became a journalist. The drawback was as a reporter I always felt I was observing what was going on and not actually involved. However, as a lawyer I feel I am right in the middle of things, helping people. I still get to write and read challenging cases, but I also get to know my clients well.

Location
Our practice is located in Torrance, California. We also serve and are conveniently located close to El Segundo, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach, Palos Verdes, Rolling Hills, and all surrounding communities.

DIVORCE LAW EXPERTISE

Patricia H. Combs AttorneyPATRICIA H. COMBS

Why hire us as your attorneys?

Because we are experienced, expedient and because we care. We also work with you, not for you. And we excel in Mediation/ Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and Collaborative solutions.

I will spend time with you, this is my commitment—to listen to your situation – and then honestly and clearly advise you of your rights and obligations and provide you with appropriate legal options. You will receive very personal attention because we are a small, caring firm. I prefer to handle family law and collaborative law cases, which I am proficient in. However when necessary I rigorously litigate a case in order for you to receive what you deserve.

Whenever possible, we will attempt to resolve matters amicably and efficiently through settlement or mediation. But, when necessary, our lawyers will not hesitate to litigate and strongly advocate for your rights and causes in court.

Look at all the cases we cover, we have an extensive background in California Divorce and Family Law!

MENDING SPLIT ENDS

Painful decisions don't have to hurt forever. Make wise legal decisions and settlements that everybody involved can go on with their lives. We are here to help you do that.

We handle all matters of Divorce and Marriage Laws, Child Protection Laws and all Family Legal matters!.

Firm Focus and History:
Our firm handles legal matters in the following practice areas: family law, divorce, child custody, child support, domestic violence, alimony, collaborative family law, marital agreements, restraining orders, child abduction, grandparents’ rights, dissolution, paternity, prenuptial agreements, mediation, and guardianship.

I started my own firm in March, 2002. Before that, I worked as an associate or contractor for a number of firms, mostly in family law.

Previous Employment Summary:
Before I became an attorney, I worked as a journalist for Automotive News in Detroit and Washington, and McGraw-Hill in Washington, D.C. I also worked for several newspapers as I followed my husband’s career move west.

Activities and Awards:
Member of the board of directors of Los Angeles Collaborative Family Law Association (LACFLA) and editor for its e-newsletter; Pro bono work for the South Bay Bar association.

Your first consultation is complimentary, come in and find out what we can do for you!