Practice Areas

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Cases We Handle

Whether you have a new case or an old one that needs revisiting, the Law & Mediation Offices of Dan Desario and Associates is ready, willing and able to help with your legal issues. Throughout his 40+ years of experience as an attorney, he has seen a substantial change in the family law attorney system and the courts as well.

Divorce

Whether you have a new case or an old one that needs revisiting, the Law & Mediation Offices of Dan Desario and Associates is ready, willing and able to help with your legal issues.

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Divorce

Minor's Counsel

Whether you have a new case or an old one that needs revisiting, the Law & Mediation Offices of Dan Desario and Associates is ready, willing and able to help with your legal issues.

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Minor's Counsel

Restraining Order Defense

Whether you have a new case or an old one that needs revisiting, the Law & Mediation Offices of Dan Desario and Associates is ready, willing and able to help with your legal issues.

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Restraining Order Defense

Mediation

Whether you have a new case or an old one that needs revisiting, the Law & Mediation Offices of Dan Desario and Associates is ready, willing and able to help with your legal issues.

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Mediation

Adoptions & Conservatorship

Whether you have a new case or an old one that needs revisiting, the Law & Mediation Offices of Dan Desario and Associates is ready, willing and able to help with your legal issues.

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Adoptions & Conservatorship

Guardianship

Whether you have a new case or an old one that needs revisiting, the Law & Mediation Offices of Dan Desario and Associates is ready, willing and able to help with your legal issues.

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Guardianship

Over 40 Years of Family Law Experience on Your Side

When your family's future is on the line, experience matters. Attorney Dan DeSario brings over four decades of family law experience and more than 1,000 cases tried — giving you a seasoned legal advocate who truly knows the courtroom. From complex divorces to high-stakes custody battles, Dan has seen it all and fought hard for his clients every step of the way. With Dan DeSario in your corner, you're never facing it alone.

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What are the Four Keys to Choosing a Family Law Attorney in California?

EXPERIENCE

Look for an attorney with a proven track record in family law specifically, not just general practice. The more cases they've handled similar to yours, the better.

Communication

Your attorney should be responsive, clear, and keep you informed every step of the way. If they're hard to reach before you hire them, it won't get better after.

Courtroom Confidence

Many family law cases settle, but you want a lawyer who isn't afraid to go to trial if needed. A reputation for being willing to fight often leads to better settlements.

Compassion & Judgment

Family law is deeply personal. You need someone who understands the emotional stakes, exercises sound judgment under pressure, and genuinely has your best interests at heart.

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