At Atighechi Law Group, we work with clients throughout Monterey County to provide steady guidance and strategic legal support at every step.
Our firm represents clients from all walks of life, including working professionals, business owners, co-parents, and individuals dealing with difficult separations. We help you understand your options and develop a legal strategy that protects your interests while working toward resolution.
Whether you’re preparing for divorce, negotiating child support, or planning for marriage with a prenuptial agreement, our legal team is here to protect your rights and help you plan for the future.
If you’re considering divorce or exploring legal separation, our firm can help you understand the process and what to expect. California allows both dissolution of marriage and legal separation, depending on your circumstances and goals.
We assist with filing, financial disclosures, property division, spousal support, and more. Whether your case is contested or amicable, we’ll help you navigate every phase with clear advice and focused advocacy.
Child custody cases require thoughtful planning and a child-focused approach. In California, custody decisions are made based on the child’s best interest, taking into account each parent’s role and relationship.
We work with parents in Monterey to create or revise parenting agreements, address visitation disputes, and represent you in court when necessary. We aim to protect parental rights while helping your child maintain a stable, supportive environment.
California courts use a statewide formula to calculate child support, but many parents need legal help to make sure the outcome is fair and enforceable. We represent both custodial and non-custodial parents in initial support proceedings and post-judgment modifications.
If your financial situation or time-sharing arrangement has changed, we can help you request an adjustment to your existing child support order or defend against a modification request.
Planning for your future often means preparing for the unexpected. We help individuals and couples draft, review, and enforce prenuptial and postnuptial agreements designed to protect their personal assets and reduce future conflict.
Whether you’re entering a marriage with existing property or simply want peace of mind, a well-drafted marriage agreement can provide both parties clarity and protection. Our firm works with Monterey clients to ensure these agreements meet California’s legal standards and reflect your personal goals.
Our clients benefit from personalized attention, clear communication, and local knowledge of Monterey County’s family law courts.
We understand that no two families are the same, and we tailor our legal strategies to your specific needs. Whether you’re involved in a heated custody battle or negotiating a peaceful divorce settlement, we provide the legal support you need to confidently move forward.
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Most family law matters for Monterey residents are handled at:
Monterey County Superior Court – Family Law Division
1200 Aguajito Road
Monterey, CA 93940
Phone: (831) 647-5800
This courthouse handles divorce filings, child custody and support hearings, legal separations, and domestic violence cases. The court also provides access to mediation and family law facilitators to assist with parenting issues.
Atighechi Law Group ensures your paperwork is properly filed, your case is thoroughly prepared, and your voice is clearly heard, whether in court or through mediation.
A divorce legally ends the marriage, while a legal separation allows spouses to live separately and divide responsibilities without dissolving the marriage. Both require court filings and allow for custody and support orders.
California requires a six-month waiting period after serving divorce papers before a divorce can be finalized. Some cases take longer depending on asset division, custody disputes, or lack of agreement.
Yes. California law does not require parents to be married to seek custody or parenting time. We can help unmarried parents establish legal rights and parenting arrangements through the Monterey County court system.
If your child’s other parent is behind on payments, enforcement options include wage garnishment, tax refund interception, or contempt of court. We can help you initiate or respond to enforcement actions.
Some hearings may be held virtually or resolved through paperwork. However, contested matters—like custody or financial disputes—often require a court appearance. We’ll make sure you know what to expect and how to prepare.
Yes. If your child is in immediate danger or you need protection from domestic violence, we can help you file for emergency custody or a temporary restraining order in Monterey County.
Maryam is professional, highly responsive and always wants the best for her clients. I’d highly recommend her for any of your law needs. She truly cares and goes the extra mile.
Christine
