Law Firm Overview

Stolar & Associates has represented individuals and families throughout Southern California for over twenty years. Our focus on family law in Los Angeles and Southern California has earned us many satisfied clients and a reputation for excellence in all the areas in which we practice.

Our lead attorney, Steven R. Stolar, holds an advanced masters of law (LL.M.) in Estate Planning. This unique credential provides valuable perspectives into estate planning, tax planning, Will preparation and other financial matters. In its history, Steven R. Stolar & Associates has handled cases from all over California and Florida, as well as from the international community, including China, Korea, England, Brazil, Venezuela, Argentina, France, Germany, Russia, Israel, Mexico, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Costa Rica, and Thailand. Currently, the firm is comprised of Partner Steven R. Stolar as well as several associates and staff members.

Our Philosophy

At Stolar & Associates, our philosophy is simple: we help families for a lifetime. We do so by protecting our individual clients' rights and values, or leading them through difficult situations. Whether or not our clients have continuing legal needs, the services we provide have a lasting impact on each family. As such, we are committed to providing the best possible representation and personal service to each and every family.

When our clients have questions, we encourage open and frequent communication. We don't refer them to paralegals, as many large law firms do. Through many years of experience, we have been pleased to help clients move efficiently through their legal processes and plan for their future interests. With our expertise, we believe there is no one better to trust with your family law needs.

Custody and Support Overview
Move-Away Orders
Paternity
Out-of-State Representation
Physical and Legal Custody
Child Support Guidelines
Creative Custody Agreements
Post-Decree Modification
Stepped-up Visitation
Stepparent Adoption
Rights of Unmarried Parents
Children of Domestic Partnerships
Domestic Abuse and Custody
Los Angeles County Child Custody and Support
Ventura County Child Custody & Support
San Bernardino County Child Custody & Support
Riverside County Child Custody & Support
Orange County Child Custody & Support
Divorce Overview
Pitfalls of Do-It-Yourself Divorce
Divorce: Trusts and Wills
Preparing Your Children for Divorce
Legal Separation
Do I Have to Move Out of the House?
Dissolution of Partnership
Child Custody and Visitation
Child Support
Non-Residents
Do you have a prenuptial agreement?
Post-Decree Modification/Enforcement
Preparing a Divorce Agreement
Division of Community Property
Alimony/Spousal Support
Los Angeles County Divorce
Ventura County Divorce
San Bernardino County Divorce
Riverside County Divorce
Orange County Divorce

Areas of Practice

• Family Law 100%
• Custody & Visitation
• Divorce

West Practice Categories

Family Law, Alimony & Spousal Support, Child Support, Custody & Visitation, Divorce, Domestic Violence & Neglect, Paternity, Prenuptial Agreements