Business Details
35 Years
experience
Trusted Family Law Attorney in Lancaster, CA
Since 1991, The Law Offices of Elke Gordon Schardt has been dedicated to providing clients with personalized, compassionate legal services in both family law and probate matters throughout Lancaster, CA. With over three decades of experience, our family law attorney takes a hands-on approach to each case, ensuring clients' needs are met with care and attention. Our practice focuses on divorce, probate, child custody, and domestic partnerships, combining legal expertise with a commitment to client well-being. Our attorney, Elke Gordon Schardt, brings a unique global perspective and fluency in three languages to her practice, having studied linguistics at UCLA and earned her law degree from Southwestern University School of Law.We prioritize transparency, honesty, and strategic problem-solving, guiding clients through complex legal processes with confidence and clarity. Our deep understanding of local regulations and community values allows us to deliver tailored solutions that address each client's unique circumstances.
Services
Divorce Representation
Probate Administration
Child Custody Cases
Domestic Partnerships
Estate Planning
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in family law and probate matters
- Our attorney provides personalized legal strategies tailored to local regulations
- Three-language fluency supports diverse client communication needs
- Proven track record in complex divorce and estate administration cases
- Commitment to transparent, client-focused legal representation
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Services
Divorce Representation
Our divorce services guide clients through California's legal separation and dissolution processes. We handle property division, child custody arrangements, and spousal support negotiations while prioritizing emotional well-being. With expertise in contested and uncontested cases, we provide strategic representation to protect client interests during this challenging transition.
Probate Administration
We assist executors and heirs with California probate proceedings, managing estate debt resolution and asset distribution. Our services include will validation, contested probate litigation, and trust administration guidance. We help clients navigate complex probate requirements while minimizing delays and legal complications during estate settlement.
Child Custody Cases
Our child custody services focus on creating parenting plans that serve children's best interests. We help establish custody arrangements, visitation schedules, and child support agreements. We represent clients in custody modifications and enforcement actions while maintaining focus on the child's emotional and physical well-being throughout the legal process.
Domestic Partnerships
We provide legal guidance for domestic partnership formation and dissolution in California. Our services include drafting cohabitation agreements, addressing property rights, and navigating the legal implications of registered partnerships. We help clients understand their rights and responsibilities in both same-sex and opposite-sex domestic relationships.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services help clients create comprehensive plans to manage their assets and healthcare decisions. We specialize in trust creation to avoid probate, will preparation, and conservatorship arrangements. We help families establish legal frameworks that protect their legacy and ensure their wishes are honored during incapacity or after death.
People
Elke Gordon Schardt
Attorney
Elke Gordon Schardt is a family law attorney with 28 years of experience in Lancaster, CA. Originally from Germany, she speaks three languages and graduated from Southwestern University School of Law in 1982. She focuses on divorce, probate, and estate planning while maintaining active membership in the California State Bar since 1991.
Questions
What family law services do you offer?
We handle divorce, legal separation, child custody, domestic partnerships, and spousal support cases in Lancaster, CA.
How long have you practiced law?
Our attorney has practiced law for 28 years, specializing in family law and probate since 1991.
Do you serve areas beyond Lancaster?
Yes, we serve clients in Santa Clarita, Central California, and all Los Angeles County courts.
What happens during a consultation?
We'll discuss your case details, legal options, and develop a personalized strategy during your initial consultation.
How does probate work in California?
Probate involves validating wills, settling debts, and distributing assets through court supervision, which we guide clients through.
Do you offer estate planning services?
Yes, we create trusts and wills to help clients avoid probate and ensure their assets are distributed according to their wishes.
