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16 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Palm Desert, CA
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Showing 16 divorce lawyers in Palm Desert, CA
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Mark J McGowan Law Offices PC
72630 Fred Waring Dr #201, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 340-3332 markjmcgowan.com
Reel Fathers Rights APC
77-564A Country Club Dr #106, Palm Desert, CA 92211
(951) 386-2854 reelfathersrights.com
America's Legal Document Services
73616 CA-111, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 834-8539 americaslds.com
Jimenez Law Offices
77760 Country Club Dr suite h, Palm Desert, CA 92211
(760) 345-4777 desertdefenders.com
Victoria L. Penley, Attorney at Law
74133 El Paseo B, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 346-1710 divorcelawyerpalmdesert.com
Law Office of Bosky Kathuria
78000 Fred Waring Dr STE 104, Palm Desert, CA 92211
(760) 409-3647 boskykathuria.com
Frederic S Wieder
44100 Monterey Ave STE 203, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 776-6666 palmdesertfamilylawattorney.com
Sobero Law Office
78000 Fred Waring Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211
(760) 200-1222 soberolawoffice.com
Law Offices of Tecla M. Lunak, APC
73081 Fred Waring Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 621-6113 lunaklaw.com
The Mack Law Offices
74075 El Paseo Suite A3, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 585-3096
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44850 Las Palmas Ave # B, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 341-2140
Law Offices of James A. Jackson
74-130 Country Club Dr Suite 105, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 340-4545 palmdesertdivorcefirm.com
Affordable Legal Associates
73081 Fred Waring Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 568-0891 affordablelegalassociates.com
Charlotte R. Sternlieb
74-075 El Paseo Ste A-6, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 200-1777
Hughes and Jackson, LLP Attorneys
74130 Country Club Dr Suite 105, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 836-5200 hughesandjackson.com
The Prieto Law Firm
74361 CA-111 STE 12, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 565-6480 theprietolaw.com
Divorce lawyers in Palm Desert California help clients navigate the legal process of ending a marriage. California is a community property state which means assets and debts acquired during marriage are generally split equally. Local attorneys understand Riverside County court procedures and can assist with issues like child custody and support.
What Does a Divorce Lawyer in Palm Desert Cost?
The cost of a divorce lawyer in Palm Desert California varies widely. Simple uncontested divorces may cost between 3000 and 7000 in legal fees. Complex cases involving high assets or custody disputes can range from 15000 to 50000 or more. Court filing fees in Riverside County are around 435 to start. Many lawyers charge hourly rates from 300 to 600 per hour. 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 is the residency requirement for divorce in California?
You or your spouse must have lived in California for at least six months and in Riverside County for at least three months before filing. This requirement is set by California Code of Civil Procedure section 395.
How long does a divorce take in Palm Desert?
California law requires a minimum six-month waiting period from the date the respondent is served. Simple uncontested divorces may be finalized in about six months while complex cases can take much longer.
What factors determine child custody in California?
California family courts focus 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 domestic violence. The court encourages frequent and continuing contact with both parents.
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