Law Office of Garrett T. Rice - Bakersfield, CA

Strategic Family Law and Criminal Defense in Bakersfield

Experiencing a major life transition like a divorce, custody dispute, or a sudden criminal charge can leave you feeling completely vulnerable and overwhelmed. During these difficult times, you need an attorney who is not only a skilled legal tactician but also an empathetic counselor who understands the personal stakes involved. Divorced by Design, the law practice of Attorney Garrett T. Rice, is a highly respected litigation firm based in Bakersfield, California, serving Kern County and surrounding areas. Bringing a unique blend of high-level prosecuting experience, disciplined military background, and deep compassion, the firm is dedicated to safeguarding families, assets, and reputations. Whether you are initiating divorce negotiations or need a lawyer urgently to fight state charges, Attorney Garrett Rice is prepared to construct a robust strategy customized to your goals.

Comprehensive Practice Areas Tailored to Your Needs

At Divorced by Design, the legal team uses a client-centered, flexible approach, ensuring that your case is never treated as a number. Clients seeking to hire an attorney can obtain elite legal representation across multiple legal sectors, including:

• Family Law and Divorce: Guiding clients through the complexities of contested divorce, property division, marital settlement agreements, and spousal support.
• Child Custody and Visitation: Creating sensible, court-approved parenting plans and resolving visitation disputes in accordance with Kern County Superior Court expectations.
• Domestic Violence: Representing clients in high-stakes domestic violence restraining order hearings, providing critical protection for victims or robust defense against false allegations.
• Criminal and DUI Defense: Leveraging over a decade of trial experience to defend clients against misdemeanors, felonies, driving under the influence, and gun charges.
• Estate Planning: Drafting solid wills, living trusts, and powers of attorney to ensure your assets are protected and your family is spared the complications of probate.

Courtroom Excellence and Prosecutorial Background

Attorney Garrett T. Rice is a highly disciplined advocate with a rare depth of trial experience. Before launching Divorced by Design, Garrett spent nearly a decade serving as a Deputy District Attorney, where he successfully prosecuted severe cases involving domestic violence, child fatalities, and homicides. Having taken more than 40 cases to jury trials and led hundreds of court hearings, he possesses an exceptional understanding of evidence rules and litigation strategies. Garrett graduated in the top 10% of his class from Whittier Law School, where he served on the Whittier Law Review, Trial Advocacy Board, and Moot Court Honors Board. As an Air Force veteran and father of three, he approaches every case with extreme attention to detail and a disciplined, relentless focus on achieving the best possible outcome for your family.

Compassionate Support and Free Case Consultations

The hallmark of Divorced by Design is a commitment to direct, transparent communication. Attorney Garrett Rice and his team believe in keeping clients informed at every stage of their case, responding promptly to calls and emails so you are never left in the dark. The practice is upfront about legal fees, keeping them competitive and clear to help reduce financial stress during an already difficult period. To make elite legal services accessible to the entire Kern County community, the firm gladly offers a free initial consultation to potential new clients. If you are looking to find an attorney who combines decades of litigation expertise, strategic courtroom skills, and authentic empathy, contact Garrett T. Rice today at his 19th Street office to schedule your case evaluation.