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11 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Berkeley, CA
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Showing 11 divorce lawyers in Berkeley, CA
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Wiley & Jobson, PC
2140 Shattuck Ave. UNIT 405, Berkeley, CA 94704
(415) 627-9161 wileyjobson.com
Meakins Law
715 Hearst Ave #203, Berkeley, CA 94710
(510) 922-1031 meakinslaw.com
Sabharwal Law Offices
1816 Fifth St Suite 101, Berkeley, CA 94710
(510) 665-8777 sablawoffice.com
Law Office of Manuel Juarez
2143 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA 94709
(510) 206-4492 juarezinjurylaw.com
Bartlett Law Firm, APC
2140 Shattuck Ave. #601, Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 318-6313 bartlettfirm.com
Law Offices of Andrea B. Goldman
1604 Solano Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707
(510) 644-3360 agoldmanlaw.com
David D Bunn Law Office
2025 Rose St #202A, Berkeley, CA 94709
(510) 528-0700 daviddbunn.com
Martin "Jamie" Elmer
1919 Addison St, Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 644-2411 jamieelmeresq.com
Joel H. Tranter, Attorney at Law
2161 Shattuck Ave. #314, Berkeley, CA 94704
(925) 965-6548 joeltranter.com
Allysyn Overton Law
2001 Addison St, Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 422-1114 allysynovertonlaw.com
Law Offices of Triano & Byrne
2000 Center St, Berkeley, CA 94704
(415) 527-0763
Divorce lawyers in Berkeley California help clients navigate the legal process of ending a marriage. California is a no-fault divorce state meaning you do not need to prove wrongdoing to file for divorce. Local attorneys understand Alameda County family court procedures and can assist with property division child custody and spousal support issues.
What Does a Divorce Lawyer in Berkeley Cost?
The cost of a divorce lawyer in Berkeley California varies widely. Simple uncontested divorces may cost between 3,000 and 7,000 dollars. Complex cases involving significant assets or custody disputes can range from 15,000 to 50,000 dollars or more. Many lawyers charge hourly rates between 300 and 600 dollars. 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 are the residency requirements for divorce in California?
To file for divorce in California you or your spouse must have lived in the state for at least six months and in the county where you file for at least three months. This applies to Berkeley residents filing in Alameda County.
How long does a divorce take in Berkeley California?
California law requires a minimum six-month waiting period from the date the respondent is served with divorce papers. Simple uncontested cases may finalize in six to nine months while complex cases can take much longer.
What factors determine child custody in a California divorce?
California courts make custody decisions based on the best interests of the child. Factors include each parent's ability to care for the child the child's health and safety and any history of domestic violence. The court encourages both parents to have frequent and continuing contact with the child.
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