Areas of Practice

Family Law

Divorce

Fred C. Dresben has over 40 years of experience in family law and divorce, he is focused on producing results that work for you and your family.  Mr.  Dresben can make all the difference in obtaining a fair, just and comprehensive Judgment of Dissolution.

Custody & Visitation

If you are going through a divorce and have minor children, you want a child-focused lawyer to help you put together a custody and visitation agreement that puts your family’s needs first.

Domestic Violence

Fred C. Dresben provides compassionate and experienced representation for victims of domestic violence. Mr. Dresben also defends clients who have been falsely accused of domestic violence.

Spousal Support

Not every marriage ends with permanent spousal support. The California Family Law Code requires courts to consider several factors in determining whether or not to award permanent spousal support.

Child Support

Not every marriage ends with permanent spousal support. The California Family Law Code requires courts to consider several factors in determining whether or not to award permanent child support.

Post-Marital Agreements

Fred C. Dresben is experienced and accomplished in establishing exceptional post-marital agreements  that allow each party to feel comfortable with their vows.

Criminal & Civil Litigation

Personal Injury

Fred successfully represents victims suffering from serious injuries from automobile accidents, bicycle accidents, wrongful death cases, and other types of negligence cases to ensure his clients receive the best medical treatment and the maximum compensation they are entitled to.

Criminal Defense

If you have been accused of a crime, you are facing a legal battle that may change the course of your life. Don’t wait to take action — you must act immediately and obtain legal counsel.

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation can be used to resolve all sorts of conflicts, from personal injury cases to contract disputes, from disagreements between neighbors to contested wills.

Probate Related Matters

Probate

Probate is the process by which an estate is administered through the Superior Court for supervision.

Guardianship

Guardianship is when a court orders someone other than the child’s parent to have custody of the child, and/or manage the child’s property.

Conservatorship

A conservatorship is a court case where a judge appoints a responsible person or organization to care for another adult who cannot care for himself or herself or manage his or her own finances.