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Your Family Is
Our Priority
Our lead attorney is a Board-Certified Family Law Specialist and a CPA.
The law firm has 71 years of combined family law litigation experience. Call to discuss
your case.
Protecting your rights, your assets, and your future through every stage of divorce
Why Choose a Certified Family Law Specialist?
When facing complex family law challenges, hiring a Certified Family Law Specialist (CFLS) in Los Angeles means working with an attorney who has demonstrated elite knowledge and proven commitment to clients. As of 2024, there are approximately 175,883 active attorneys in California. Out of that number of active attorneys, the number of Certified Family Law Specialists (CFLS) is only approximately 1,100. Kenneth U. Reyes, CFLS, stands apart as one of fewer than 1% of California attorneys certified in family law—a rigorous distinction awarded by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization only to those who pass a demanding exam, complete advanced continuing legal education, and earn high peer and judicial evaluations. Within this select group, Kenneth U. Reyes stands out as the only one who is a Certified Public Accountant with over 27 years of experience in litigation.
Kenneth U. Reyes: Family Law Leadership in Los Angeles
With over 27 years of experience and a CPA, Los Angeles Attorney Kenneth U. Reyes brings exceptional skill in managing divorce, custody, and the division of complex assets. His financial background sets him apart for high-net-worth and business-owning clients, ensuring meticulous handling of property, support, and tax issues—critical in contested divorces and intricate family law matters.
Kenneth U. Reyes is multilingual, offering personalized counsel to Los Angeles’s diverse communities, and is known for direct communication, compassion, and strategic advocacy. The Law Offices of Kenneth U. Reyes, APC, have earned the trust of countless families throughout Los Angeles, reflected in strong client reviews and successful case results.
Elite Qualifications—Client-Focused Results
Board-certified in family law—less than 1% of CA attorneys hold this title
CPA—advanced financial problem-solving for marital assets and support
Ending a marriage can be emotionally and financially overwhelming. Kenneth U. Reyes and his team provide the guidance, clarity, and representation you need to navigate divorce, property division, custody disputes, and any other family law issue. From initial consultation to court litigation, our family law team protects your interests and invests in your future, helping you move forward with confidence.
How Our One-Attorney-Per-Case Approach Works
When you hire our firm for a divorce or other family law matter, you work directly with one attorney from start to finish. That attorney learns the details of your family, your finances, and your goals, so there is no need to repeat your story to multiple people. This single-point-of-contact model allows us to prepare thoroughly for each hearing in the Los Angeles County Superior Court and to respond quickly when issues arise, whether your case involves a straightforward settlement or a complex dispute.
Behind the scenes, your attorney is supported by a team that helps with document gathering, filing, and scheduling, but strategic decisions and communications come from one lawyer who knows your case inside and out. We review financial documents, parenting concerns, and proposed agreements with you in plain language so you can make informed choices at each stage. This approach reduces misunderstandings, helps keep costs predictable, and gives you a consistent advocate in negotiations, mediation sessions, and court appearances.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Long Does a Divorce Usually Take in Los Angeles County?
In California, there is a mandatory six-month waiting period from the date a spouse is served with the divorce petition before a divorce can be finalized. Many cases take longer, especially if there are disputes about property, support, or parenting plans. Timelines in the Los Angeles County Superior Court can also be affected by the court’s calendar and how quickly spouses exchange information. Working with counsel can help keep your case organized so you are not delayed by avoidable mistakes or missing documents.
Do I Have to Go to Court for My Divorce?
Not every divorce requires a contested court hearing. If both spouses can reach an agreement on all issues and complete the required paperwork, a judge can review and approve the judgment without a trial. However, you may still need to attend limited hearings, especially early in the process or if temporary orders for support or custody are requested. Even in largely uncontested cases, legal guidance can help ensure that agreements follow California law and are accepted by the Los Angeles family law courts.
What Information Should I Gather Before Meeting With a Divorce Lawyer?
Before an initial consultation, it helps to collect recent tax returns, pay stubs, bank and retirement statements, mortgage information, and a list of major assets and debts. You may also want to note your preferred parenting schedule and any concerns about safety or communication. Bringing this information to your first meeting allows the attorney to give more tailored feedback about property division, support exposure, and possible next steps under California’s community property rules. It also saves time later when formal financial disclosures are required by the court.
Is CA a Fifty-Fifty State When It Comes to Divorce?
No, CA is not a 50/50 state when it comes to divorce or dividing marital property. When a married couple in California gets divorced, the couple's community property and all debts are divided between them fairly and equally.
Your Los Angeles divorce attorney can provide valuable legal guidance, manage your administrative duties, and help you explore alternative conflict solutions if possible. Ultimately, hiring a Los Angeles divorce lawyer means you will have a professional legal advocate who can confirm that your divorce proceedings are progressing in a positive direction.
Compassionately Guiding Families Since 1999
Our Los Angeles family law firm's founder, Attorney Kenneth U. Reyes, is one of the few family law lawyers in California who is both a Certified Family Law Specialist (CFLS) with the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization and a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with extensive accounting experience. This CPA background, while practicing law, proves to be invaluable for clients who need to sort through the complex financial aspects of divorce.
At the Law Offices of Kenneth U. Reyes, APC, our Los Angeles divorce lawyers understand how hard divorce can be. Our focus is to provide extensive family law representation for all clients in the greater LA area. When you work with our lawyers, you can confidently approach the situation. As your family law attorneys, Kenneth U. Reyes and his legal team provide years of family law experience and individualized legal representation for every divorce case our attorneys accept.
Why You Need a Family Law Attorney in Los Angeles
Some LA residents believe they can handle their divorce and family law proceedings without a legal adviser, especially if they and their soon-to-be ex-spouse are on rather civil terms.
While it is possible to negotiate the terms of your divorce discreetly with your ex-spouse, hiring a lawyer brings peace of mind and an additional layer of protection guarding your interests in Los Angeles divorce proceedings.
In addition, your Los Angeles family law attorneys can provide valuable legal guidance, manage your administrative responsibilities, and help you analyze alternative conflict resolution if possible. Eventually, hiring a divorce lawyer means you will have an experienced legal representative who can help ensure that your divorce proceedings move in the right direction.
Working with a family law attorney in Los Angeles also means having someone who understands how local courts handle issues like community property, custody schedules, and support orders. We can explain what the Los Angeles County Superior Court will expect from you, help you prepare required disclosures, and anticipate common problems before they turn into emergencies. Instead of reacting to every new development on your own, you have a legal team planning each step with you so you can focus on your family and long-term goals.
Here are some key ways a Los Angeles family law attorney can support you during a divorce:
Clarifying your rights. We walk you through how California’s community property rules and custody standards apply to your specific situation so you can make informed decisions.
Preparing and filing documents. We draft, review, and file the petitions, financial disclosures, and proposed orders the Los Angeles County Superior Court requires, helping you avoid delays.
Negotiating fair agreements. We communicate with your spouse’s counsel to seek workable solutions on property, support, and parenting plans while keeping your priorities at the center.
Representing you in hearings. We appear with you in court, present your position clearly to the judge, and respond to new issues that may arise during the process.
“This law firm is really very dedicated to a fast result of whatever needs to be done in the right way and indeed at the very right time.”
“This law firm is really very dedicated to a fast result of whatever needs to be done in the right way and indeed at the very right time.”
J.I.
“Everyone was very attentive and accommodating. I truly recommend him and his firm.”
“Everyone was very attentive and accommodating. I truly recommend him and his firm.”
M.Z.
“I can finally say now that my husband's dream to become a US citizen came true today March 6, 2016.”
“I can finally say now that my husband's dream to become a US citizen came true today March 6, 2016.”
C.K.
“The firm's expertise and care in handling my case has yielded the desired results in my three succeeding cases they handled.”
“The firm's expertise and care in handling my case has yielded the desired results in my three succeeding cases they handled.”
R.L.
“No words to say but a big "Thank You" for all the help and confidence you gave me.”
“No words to say but a big "Thank You" for all the help and confidence you gave me.”
O.F.
“Lended a hand when I needed it most.”
A divorce or separation is the hardest thing a family can go through. I was terrified for my children and felt lost and scared. Thankfully, I found the Law Offices of Kenneth U. Reyes, APC. The staff made me feel comfortable and clarified all my questions about separation and custody. They represented me well in court and worked with my budget. Forever thankful for their support.
J.M.
“Professional, compassionate, and trustworthy.”
The Law Offices of Kenneth U. Reyes, APC are the most professional, knowledgeable legal practitioners of family law and personal injury cases. They played an integral role in protecting my children and me, offering not just legal expertise but honest advice. Highly recommend.
S.M.
“Never did we feel that the office treated us like mere clients. We truly felt partners throughout the process.”
“Never did we feel that the office treated us like mere clients. We truly felt partners throughout the process.”
Whether you believe mediation is an option for your divorce or you are confident you will need to litigate, the right divorce attorney in Los Angeles on your side can make a substantial difference in the outcome of your divorce proceedings.
Unlike some other family law firms in Los Angeles, CA, we do not pass off our cases to different lawyers, which often leads to confusion and miscommunication. At our Los Angeles family law firm, a case is assigned to only one family law attorney who communicates directly with the client in order to keep them informed of the progress of their matter. This personalized and dedicated approach has led to countless successful results.
Whether it is a child custody matter, property division, paternity, or other family matter, our LA divorce lawyer can help.
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