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12 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
El Cajon, CA
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Showing 12 family law attorneys in El Cajon, CA
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Law Offices of Andrew H. Griffin III
275 E Douglas Ave UNIT 112, El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 853-3009 andrewgriffinlawoffice.com
Law Office of Natalie A. Brown
270 E Douglas Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
(858) 321-5533 nbrowncriminaldefense.com
Legal Assistants of San Diego County
270 E Douglas Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 447-3188 sdlegalassistants.com
RTH Legal
2295 Needham Rd #2, El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 292-8080 rthlegal.com
Law Offices Of JP Miller Jr.
553 Magnolia Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 590-0383 jpmillerlaw.com
Salmu Law Firm, APLC
343 E Main St #202, El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 579-4200 salmulaw.com
Law Offices of David A. Pomeranz
270 E Douglas Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 741-3775 davidapomeranz.com
Law Office of Carl Sizemore
1679 E Main St #105, El Cajon, CA 92021
(619) 442-2100 carlsizemore.com
Law Office of Katherine Winn
1679 E Main St suite 106, El Cajon, CA 92021
(619) 328-1818 eastcountylawyer.pro
Dale Mills Law
275 E Douglas Ave # 102, El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 588-9212
Sheryl S Graf Law Office: Graf Sheryl S
1110 N 2nd St, El Cajon, CA 92021
(619) 440-5716
Mietzel & Mietzel
2392 Tampa Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 464-1645
Family law attorneys in El Cajon, California help clients with divorce, child custody, child support, and spousal support matters. California family courts follow the no-fault divorce system under Family Code section 2310, which means you do not need to prove fault to end a marriage. Local attorneys understand the specific procedures of the San Diego Superior Court, which handles family law cases in El Cajon.
What Does a Family Law Attorney in El Cajon Cost?
The cost of hiring a family law attorney in El Cajon, California varies widely. Many attorneys charge an hourly rate between $250 and $500 per hour. Some offer flat fees for simple uncontested divorces, which can range from $1,500 to $5,000. Complex cases involving child custody disputes or high assets can cost $10,000 or more. 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 does a family law attorney in El Cajon do?
A family law attorney handles legal matters related to marriage and family. This includes divorce, legal separation, child custody and visitation, child support, spousal support, property division, and domestic violence restraining orders. They guide clients through California family court procedures.
How long does a divorce take in California?
In California, there is a mandatory six-month waiting period for divorce from the date the respondent is served with the divorce papers. Simple uncontested divorces may take about six to eight months total. Contested divorces with disagreements over property or custody can take much longer.
What factors determine child custody in El Cajon?
California courts decide child custody based on the best interest of the child. Factors include the child's health, safety, and welfare, each parent's ability to care for the child, and any history of abuse. The court encourages both parents to have frequent and continuing contact with the child unless it is harmful.
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