Law Office of George R. Horrigan - Bakersfield, CA

Board-Certified Family Law Specialist in Bakersfield

Navigating the complex, emotionally charged landscape of a divorce or a child custody battle is a major challenge that can leave you feeling deeply vulnerable. The decisions made during these critical legal proceedings will shape your relationship with your children, your financial security, and your long-term peace of mind for years to come. In these high-stakes moments, having a Certified Family Law Specialist on your side is not just an advantage-it is essential. At the Law Office of George R. Horrigan, located in downtown Bakersfield, California, we have spent over three decades guiding clients through the intricacies of California's family law courts. Led by Attorney George R. Horrigan, we combine extensive legal expertise with three highly-qualified paralegals to offer large-firm resources alongside personal, small-firm responsiveness.

Comprehensive Family Law Services

At our firm, we recognize that no two families are identical. We provide meticulous attention to detail and customized case strategies across a broad range of domestic relations issues, including:

• Divorce: We guide you through the dissolution process with a focus on asset characterization, business valuations, and debt allocation.
• Child custody and visitation: We work to build fair, sustainable parenting plans that put your children's best interests first.
• Child and spousal support: We advocate for equitable support determinations, including complex alimony negotiations for high-earning spouses.
• Property division: We specialize in characterizing and dividing community property, protecting your separate assets and complex investments.
• Post-judgment modifications: When substantial changes in income, residence, or lifestyle occur, we help you legally modify existing support or custody orders.
• Guardianship and domestic violence: We offer immediate support for families seeking legal guardship over minors or seeking domestic violence restraining orders for protection.

The Advantage of an Elite Legal Specialist

When you hire George R. Horrigan, you benefit from the partner-level skills of an elite divorce attorney. George is officially recognized as a Certified Family Law Specialist by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization-a distinction held by only a select percentage of practitioners. Selected to Super Lawyers, George has spent over 35 years practicing law in Kern County, giving him an intimate familiarity with local judges, mediators, and opposing counsel. Our firm's structure ensures that George attends to every core detail of your case while his highly trained paralegals keep you informed, answer your calls, and handle routine interactions quickly. We pride ourselves on open communication, returning most messages on the same day or the next business day.

Schedule Your Consultation Today

If you need to find an experienced attorney who will aggressively litigate when necessary and negotiate with care, the Law Office of George R. Horrigan is ready to stand by your side. We provide bilingual services in English and Spanish to serve our diverse Bakersfield community. Contact our office today to schedule your consultation and find out how we can help you navigate this transition with dignity and strength.