Compassionate, Creative California Family Law Firm
Divorce, paternity disputes, domestic violence and other family law issues are some of the most emotional and painful legal struggles you will ever face. That is why it is critical to turn to an attorney you can trust to understand your family's needs and provide practical solutions to meet those needs.
At Pines, Laurent & Lauer, LLP, we are committed to giving California families the legal support they need. Our team of three highly experienced female lawyers know first-hand the challenges that come with family law struggles. We know how to develop practical solutions that meet each of our clients' unique needs.
Experience You Can Rely On
We have spent the past 15 years helping clients resolve their family law concerns.
- If you are going through a divorce, we will help you recognize all of the decisions that need to be made. Together, we will help you look to the future and make choices that will help you and your family heal.
- We know the heartbreak that accompanies child custody and support disputes. The right parenting plan and sufficient support can ease the pain. We will fight for a parenting plan that best meets your children's needs and for a support order that is fair and just.
- Parents of special needs children face unique challenges in family law disputes. We have extensive experience in dealing with families of children with special needs and are able to assist in developing parenting plans that take your child's unique medical, educational, emotional and developmental needs into account.
Two of us, Cari M. Pines and Donna A. Laurent, have been certified as Family Law Specialists by the California Board of Legal Specialization. Our other partner, Heidi Lauer brings extensive mediation and collaborative law experience and certification to our firm. Combining our strengths and experiences, we will work with you to protect the people you love and meet your legal, financial and emotional needs.
Finances Should Not Keep You From the Representation You Need
Many families struggle financially, and legal issues often introduce new fiscal challenges. We offer limited scope representation (or "unbundled" services) to serve our clients who might not otherwise be able to afford full service, experienced legal representation. You may only need our help with one particular hearing or one issue. We will work with you to find an arrangement that fits your financial and legal needs.
You deserve a lawyer in which you can have confidence. Call 818-305-6494 or contact us online to schedule an appointment at our Encino office.

