Business Details
25 Years
experience
Trusted Santa Ana Family Law Attorneys Since 2001
The Law Offices of Friske & Hilliard have been dedicated to providing exceptional family law representation in Orange County since 2001. Our attorneys, Albert Friske and Stefanie Hilliard, collaborate on every case to deliver personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's unique circumstances. With over 45 combined years of experience, we prioritize direct attorney-client communication, ensuring clients receive timely, informed guidance throughout their legal matters.Our practice emphasizes efficient resolution through litigation, mediation, and collaborative law approaches while maintaining a strong commitment to protecting clients' rights and interests. We serve clients across Orange County with a focus on family law matters including divorce, child custody, property division, and domestic violence cases.
Services
Divorce
Custody
Mediation
Child Support
Property Division
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We provide direct access to experienced attorneys for all client matters
- Our collaborative approach combines two legal perspectives on every case
- We offer free initial consultations with no obligation
- We have 45+ combined years of family law experience
- We develop tailored legal strategies for each client's unique situation
What people say
Expedient service
Honest and forthright
Understanding and patient
Aggressive representation
Discreet and professional
Services
Divorce Representation
Our attorneys provide comprehensive divorce representation for clients navigating marital dissolution. We handle complex issues including property division, spousal support, and child custody arrangements. With extensive experience in high net worth divorces and contested cases, we develop strategic solutions to protect clients' interests while minimizing conflict through negotiation or litigation when necessary.
Child Custody
We advocate for clients in child custody matters, focusing on creating workable parenting plans that serve children's best interests. Our services include custody modification, visitation rights enforcement, and representation in contested custody hearings. We guide clients through California's child custody laws while prioritizing stable outcomes for families.
Mediation Services
Our certified mediators facilitate cooperative resolution of family law disputes outside courtroom litigation. We help couples negotiate divorce terms, child support agreements, and property division settlements through structured mediation sessions. This approach reduces stress and costs while promoting mutually beneficial solutions.
Paternity Actions
We assist clients with paternity establishment and related legal matters, including custody, visitation, and child support determinations. Our services cover voluntary declarations of paternity, genetic testing processes, and court proceedings to establish parental rights and responsibilities for biological fathers.
Restraining Orders
We provide urgent legal assistance for domestic violence victims seeking restraining orders. Our services include emergency order applications, court representation for permanent protection orders, and guidance through the legal process to ensure client safety and enforce compliance with court mandates.
People
Albert A. Friske
Attorney
Admitted to California bar since 1995 with experience as former Orange County District Attorney analyst. Teaches at UC Irvine Extension Program and focuses on family law since 2001. Combines litigation expertise with mediation skills to resolve complex cases efficiently.
Stefanie M. Hilliard
Attorney
California-licensed attorney since 1998 with specialization in family law. Recipient of American Jurisprudence Award in Family Law. Provides compassionate representation in divorce, custody, and domestic violence cases while maintaining aggressive advocacy for client interests.
Questions
What family law services do you offer?
We handle divorce, child custody, mediation, child support, property division, paternity actions, and domestic violence cases.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations with no obligation to discuss your family law matter.
How are your attorneys different from other firms?
Our founding attorneys collaborate on every case, providing dual expertise and personalized attention to each client.
What areas do you serve?
We serve clients throughout Orange County including Santa Ana, Irvine, Anaheim, and surrounding communities.
Can you help with emergency legal matters?
We prioritize urgent cases and can assist with immediate family law concerns like restraining orders.
What payment options are available?
We accept credit card payments and offer flexible billing arrangements for family law services.
