Divorce is hard.
Hiring a lawyer shouldn’t be.

We’re Catena Family Law.  We help real people navigate California family law without the B.S., without the runaround, and without pretending this isn’t a huge deal in your life.

Divorce is hard.
Hiring a lawyer shouldn’t be.

We’re Catena Family Law.  We help real people navigate California family law without the B.S., without the runaround, and without pretending this isn’t a huge deal in your life.

Tired of searching for a family law attorney in Southern California?

Here’s why people stop looking when they find us:

You’ll actually connect with your legal team

No corporate law firm runaround. No junior associates you’ve never met handling your case. Just our focused team—and we actually return calls the same day.

We know these courts like our own neighborhood

Orange County, LA County, San Diego County—we’ve been walking into these family courthouses for a decade. We know which judges appreciate straight shooters, which clerks can fast-track your paperwork, and how to get things done without the usual delays.

You can finally stop searching

Most of our clients come from referrals—someone’s brother-in-law, coworker, or neighbor who went through this and said “call Catena Family Law.” When people trust us with their divorce or custody case, they tell the people they care about. That’s how you know you found the right lawyers.

That’s what we built Catena Family Law to deliver. Whether you’re facing a complex divorce or just need help with one tough hearing, we’ll give you the roadmap, the reality check, and the representation you need to move forward.

Let’s Talk About Your Case—No Strings Attached

15 minutes with a Partner to understand your options and what comes next.

What We Do

Divorce & Child Custody Attorney

Divorce, child custody, spousal support, and property division across Southern California—clearly explained and aggressively handled. We know the family courts in Orange County, LA County, and San Diego.

Paternity & Unmarried Parents

Paternity cases, custody disputes, and child support for unmarried parents throughout Southern California. Get the legal protection you and your children deserve.

Flexible Legal Support

Need help with just part of your family law case? We offer targeted, flat-fee representation for specific issues—document review, court strategy, single hearings. You stay in control while getting expert guidance exactly where you need it.

Judgment Enforcement & Collections

Court ordered spousal support or child support not being paid? We help Southern California parents and spouses collect what they’re owed.

How It Works

1. Schedule a Free 15-Minute Call

No pressure. Just answers and a chance to talk through your situation.

2. Book a Strategy Session

When you’re ready, we dive deep into your case, create a gameplan, and map out next steps

3. We Handle It. Together.

Your legal problems become our problems—not yours anymore.

About Catena Family Law

A legal team that actually listens.

We’ve spent the last decade in family law courts all over Southern California. We know the judges, the system, and how to move your case forward—without dragging it out or confusing you with legal jargon.

What makes us different?

We’ve lived this. We’ve been on both sides of the table. And we believe good lawyers don’t just fight for you—they make you feel like you’re not fighting alone.

Southern California Family Law Attorney

We represent clients throughout Southern California’s family courts, with deep experience in:

Orange County Family Law

We know Orange County family court inside and out. Whether you’re dealing with divorce papers in Santa Ana or fighting for custody in Irvine, we’ve handled hundreds of cases across all OC courthouses.

Orange County families deserve an advocate who gets the local landscape. That’s exactly what you get with Catena Family Law.

Orange County Family Law

We know Orange County family court inside and out. Whether you’re dealing with divorce papers in Santa Ana or fighting for custody in Irvine, we’ve handled hundreds of cases across all OC courthouses.

Orange County families deserve an advocate who gets the local landscape. That’s exactly what you get with Catena Family Law.

Los Angeles County Family Law

LA County Family Court – We Fight Where You Live

South LA, Long Beach, Compton, Whittier, Downey – these aren’t just zip codes to us. They’re communities where real families need real results. Tony’s spent years in LA County courtrooms, building relationships and learning what works.

LA County can be overwhelming. We make it simple, straightforward, and focused on getting you the outcome you deserve.

Los Angeles County Family Law

LA County Family Court – We Fight Where You Live

South LA, Long Beach, Compton, Whittier, Downey – these aren’t just zip codes to us. They’re communities where real families need real results. Tony’s spent years in LA County courtrooms, building relationships and learning what works.

LA County can be overwhelming. We make it simple, straightforward, and focused on getting you the outcome you deserve.

San Diego County Family Court

Tony’s spent years in San Diego family courts, building the kind of relationships and knowledge that only comes from being there, day in and day out. We know the system because we work in it every single day.

When you’re going through a divorce or custody battle, you want someone who’s walked these halls before and knows how to get things done right.

San Diego County Family Court

Tony’s spent years in San Diego family courts, building the kind of relationships and knowledge that only comes from being there, day in and day out. We know the system because we work in it every single day.

When you’re going through a divorce or custody battle, you want someone who’s walked these halls before and knows how to get things done right.

Ready to Talk?

Don’t spend weeks searching “divorce lawyer near me.” Don’t settle for an attorney who won’t return your calls.  If you’re in Orange County, Los Angeles, or San Diego and ready to feel confident about your family law case, let’s talk.