Tell us what's happening in your family
We handle the full suite of family law issues with the care, concern, they require.
Not every case belongs in court...
and not everything needs to be made into a daytime drama. We can often find reasonable solutions to even complex and deadlocked issues through open dialogue, a factual focus, and a thorough understanding of the law.
Complex Dissolutions
High-asset, high-conflict, and highly contentious divorces handled with strength, care, and focused on prompt resolution.
Child Custody
Custody and visitation plans built around what actually best serves your children's stability.
Child Support
Your child deserves to enjoy a standard of living commensurate with that of the parents. We can walk you through the entire process.
Clear options for representation and mediation
From full courtroom representation to guided mediation, choose the level of involvement that fits your case and your goals.
Full Representation
$500
/ hrExactly as it says - we protect you from start to finish. We carefully review what has happened in your case, what needs to occur next, and strategize to deliver the best service possible under the facts and your desired outcome.
Case strategy and planning
Court filings and appearances
Negotiation with opposing counsel
Discovery and document review
Trial preparation and advocacy
Ongoing case communication
Limited Scope
Varies
/ Services RequestedTargeted legal help for specific steps you need some professional guidance on. We tailor packages to meet your immediate legal needs and financial capacity.
Defined tasks only
Document preparation
Settlement review
Court appearance, if needed
Clear fee agreement that automatically terminates upon fulfillment of defined tasks.
Mediation
$3,500
/ flat feeBoth parties must agree to engage in meaningful dialogue, and then we can discuss the issues, with a Certified Family Law Specialist guiding the process.
Neutral facilitation
(4) one-hour structured session agendas
Settlement agreement drafting
Reduced-conflict approach
Typically faster resolution path
Representation that holds up in court
The strategy was clear from day one. I understood every step, and the outcome was better than I expected. I felt prepared for every hearing.
Jennifer M.
Dissolution client, Irvine
What impressed me most was the preparation. Every document, every question, every possibility was handled before it became an issue. That's the difference.
Robert T.
Child custody client, Fullerton
A calm, precise approach during a difficult mediation. Nothing was rushed, everything was explained, and we reached an agreement without court.
Amanda L.
Mediation client, Orange Hills
The complexity of my case was overwhelming. The specialist handled it with the strategy it required. I never once felt lost in the process.
Kevin W.
Complex dissolution client, Orange
Every move was explained, every document made sense. I knew exactly where things stood at every point. That clarity kept me grounded.
Danielle K.
Support matter client, Garden Grove
What to expect with Salmons Family Law
Ready to talk through your case?
A clear legal strategy starts with one conversation. The depth of that conversation is up to you, we offer both free and paid consultations. Call James and get direct answers from a certified specialist.