760-346-4601 | 74900 US HWY 111, STE. 213, INDIAN WELLS CA 92210 | MON-THUR 8AM-4PM

Palm Desert, Palm Springs, Rancho Mirage, Indian Wells, La Quinta, Indio, Cathedral City, Coachella & Desert Hot Springs

As a former immigrant to the United States, a survivor of domestic violence, and the proud mother of three children who pursued careers in law, I understand resilience, perseverance, and the importance of having someone stand beside you during life’s most difficult moments. Those experiences have shaped not only who I am as a person, but also the attorney I strive to be every day. I was raised on the values of the Greek Orthodox Church and the philosophies of Demosthenes, and I am a member of the Philoptochos Philanthropic Fellowship. I apply these values both in everyday life and in practice when I represent clients.
With over 30 years of experience in the legal field, my mission is to guide you through that legal challenge using my expertise. I intentionally represent one client at a time, so you receive my personal attention and a tailored legal solution with an equitable outcome—not a one-size-fits-all approach.
I invite you to read my personal story and the experiences shared by many of my clients through their Google reviews. Their stories describe dedication, compassion, responsiveness, and support during difficult child custody and divorce proceedings. While every case is different and outcomes depend on the specific facts and the law, I hope their experiences will help you understand the commitment I strive to bring to clients I represent.
Learn more about my credentials and education here.
Read about my story, my survival, and why I continue to practice law.
Families come in many forms and diverse backgrounds. Courts look at what is in the best interest of the child. Sometimes, they order the financial contribution from one parent to the other for the support of the child. For your case, we examine the history of the relationships between each parent and child, including communications, health, education, and any instances of domestic violence. We also look into income, assets, and debts of each parent, as well as previous child custody orders.
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Whenever possible, I encourage civilized divorce with dignity. Family law should not create unnecessary conflict when practical solutions are available. Through thoughtful negotiation and careful legal guidance, many disputes can be resolved respectfully while protecting your legal rights. As a mediator, I work with both of you to find reasonable solutions to your issues to save you fees and time that would otherwise go to courts, hearings, and trials. This approach lets you keep control over your own case. We review the properties, assets, debts, and custody arrangements from the beginning of your relationship, and take the necessary steps to advocate for both your interests in accordance with CA Family Law.
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This is an official court order to protect you from intimate partner violence (IPV). Courts look at previous violent incidents, arrest records, police reports, and involvement of children.
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FLAT FEE legal document preparation. Forms are prepared and reviewed by the attorney, but filed by you. There is no attorney representation with this service.
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