Gilligan, Frisco & Trutanich, LLP - Long Beach, CA

Comprehensive Family Law and Criminal Defense in Long Beach

Family disputes and criminal allegations represent the most emotionally taxing and life-altering experiences an individual can face. Navigating these delicate matters requires an attorney who provides both reassuring empathy and formidable courtroom strength. Located in downtown Long Beach, Gilligan, Frisco and Trutanich, LLP has delivered exceptional legal counsel across Los Angeles and Orange Counties for more than four decades. Established in 1981 by John J. Gilligan, the practice has grown into a leading legal institution respected by judicial officers throughout California.

The firm features a distinguished team of trial lawyers, including board-certified family law specialists, former prosecutors from the Los Angeles County District Attorney Office, and seasoned mediators. Whether negotiating a high-asset dissolution or defending clients against serious misdemeanor or felony charges, the legal team provides personalized representation designed to protect your parental rights, hard-earned wealth, and personal liberty.

Sophisticated Divorce and Property Division Counsel

Navigating the dissolution of marriage involves complex legal, financial, and emotional decisions. As trusted divorce lawyers and divorce and family law lawyers, the firm manages every facet of marital separation, including contested dissolutions, high-net-worth community property division, spousal support, and prenuptial agreements. Partner Michael Sarris, a board-certified specialist with extensive financial sector background, provides invaluable insight when valuing closely held businesses, real estate portfolios, executive compensation packages, and complex retirement plans.

Protecting Parental Bonds: Child Custody and Support

When parental relationships are at stake, safeguarding your children welfare is the ultimate priority. Serving as compassionate child custody lawyers and child support lawyers, the attorneys at Gilligan, Frisco and Trutanich, LLP strive to negotiate workable parenting plans that foster stability. If opposing parties prove unreasonable, the firm courtroom veterans advocate fiercely to protect custody, visitation rights, and appropriate support calculations under California statutory guidelines.

Domestic Violence Matters and Criminal Defense Advocacy

Family law conflicts and criminal matters often intersect, particularly in cases involving restraining orders and domestic disputes. The firm criminal practice group, led by former prosecutors including partner Kristin Trutanich, provides robust defense against:

• Domestic violence restraining orders and emergency protective orders.
• Driving under the influence offenses handled by experienced dui defense lawyers.
• Felony and misdemeanor offenses threatening your reputation and career.
• Juvenile delinquency proceedings and parentage disputes.

Why Clients Choose Gilligan, Frisco and Trutanich

Deciding to hire a family lawyer or defense counsel during a crisis requires absolute confidence in your legal team. Gilligan, Frisco and Trutanich, LLP offers the extensive resources of a major legal practice coupled with the personal attention and warmth of a trusted counselor. The firm offers free initial consultations, flexible payment arrangements through an online client portal, and bilingual support in English and Spanish. When you need a lawyer urgently to guide you through a pivotal turning point in your life, contact Gilligan, Frisco and Trutanich, LLP today to schedule a consultation.