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Divorce And Family Lawyers in Simi Valley, CA: 2026 rankings

197 divorce and family lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Highest LFR Score in Simi Valley: Gentry Law Group – Divorce & Family Law Attorneys, LFR Score 66/100; 4.9★ from 92 Google reviews; open 24/7.

  2. 2

    Open 24 hours (per Google): Law Offices of Seth C. Bowen - Divorce & Family Law Attorney, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 197.

  3. 5

    Most-reviewed: Fast Divorce, 306 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 197 ranked; ranked #5.

Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

197 Simi Valley divorce and family lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 22 are open 24/7, 38 open Saturdays and 28 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 197 rated law firms.

Top 10 divorce and family lawyers in Simi Valley at a glance

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Top 10 divorce and family lawyers in Simi Valley at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1Gentry Law Group – Divorce & Family Law Attorneys664.9★ (92)Woodland Hills, 12 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Top score
2Law Offices of Seth C. Bowen - Divorce & Family Law Attorney654.9★ (92)Woodland Hills, 15 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Open 24 hours
3Law Office of Jordana N. Better635.0★ (4)Simi ValleyOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
4Borna Houman Law635.0★ (60)Santa Monica, 24 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
5Fast Divorce614.9★ (306)Canoga Park, 12 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
6Law Offices of Cathleen Norton, Divorce Lawyers614.5★ (8)Woodland Hills, 14 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
7Divorce661 - Santa Clarita Divorce Paralegal Service604.7★ (162)Valencia, 15 mi away——
8Furman & Zavatsky604.9★ (9)Encino, 17 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
9Law Offices of Paul D Spear604.8★ (22)Chatsworth, 11 mi awaySat—
10Tristan teGroen Law - A family law firm.605.0★ (41)Thousand Oaks, 9 mi away——

All 197 divorce and family lawyers in Simi Valley, in rank order

Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

  1. Ranked #1 in Simi Valley

    Based in Woodland Hills, 12 mi away

    66/100LFR Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 92 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 92 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    21300 Victory Blvd #300, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
  2. 65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 92 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 92 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    19318 Ventura Blvd #102, Tarzana, CA 91356
  3. Based in Santa Monica, 24 mi away

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 60 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 60 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    2530 Wilshire Blvd Third Floor, Santa Monica, CA 90403
  4. Based in Canoga Park, 12 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 306 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce service”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 306 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    Address
    20944 Sherman Way #101, Canoga Park, CA 91303
  5. 60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 162 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 162 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    27240 Turnberry Ln #200, Valencia, CA 91355
  6. Based in Encino, 17 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 9 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    17200 Ventura Blvd #105, Encino, CA 91316
  7. Based in Chatsworth, 11 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    20945 Devonshire St Ste 208, Chatsworth, CA 91311
  8. Based in Thousand Oaks, 9 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–12:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1000 Newbury Rd Ste 295, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
  9. Based in Simi Valley

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.2★ from 31 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3695 Alamo St #101, Simi Valley, CA 93063
  10. Based in Camarillo, 13 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    5999 B Ridge View St, Camarillo, CA 93012
  11. 60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 43 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.2★ from 43 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    429 Santa Monica Blvd #120, Santa Monica, CA 90401
  12. Based in Woodland Hills, 12 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 58 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 58 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    6355 Topanga Canyon Blvd #419, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
  13. Based in Woodland Hills, 13 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 44 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 44 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5941 Variel Ave, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
  14. Based in Chatsworth, 11 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    21021 Devonshire St #202, Chatsworth, CA 91311
  15. 59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5775 E Los Angeles Ave #228, Simi Valley, CA 93063
  16. Based in Malibu, 8 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 33 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    200 N Westlake Blvd Ste 200, Westlake Village, CA 91362
  17. Based in Calabasas, 11 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 58 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 58 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    23586 Calabasas Rd Ste 208, Calabasas, CA 91302
  18. Based in Woodland Hills, 12 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 40 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 40 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    6320 Canoga Ave Ste 730, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
  19. 59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    21031 Ventura Blvd Ste 760, Woodland Hills, CA 91364
  20. 59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 56 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.3★ from 56 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    30101 Agoura Ct Ste 111, Agoura Hills, CA 91301
  21. Based in Calabasas, 11 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 36 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 36 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    23501 Park Sorrento Ste 103, Calabasas, CA 91302
  22. Based in Thousand Oaks, 8 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.

    Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    2629 Townsgate Rd, Westlake Village, CA 91361

Divorce and family lawyers ranked #26 to #50

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 197 ranked divorce and family lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.

divorce and family lawyers in Simi Valley, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26The Law Offices Of Teresa A. Beyers595.0★ (4)12 mi
27Zonder Family Law Group594.8★ (22)8 mi
28The Mediation Office of Sean Collinson594.9★ (31)20 mi
29Law Office of Mark L. Tseselsky, APC: Family Law, Child Custody & Dependency Attorneys594.7★ (32)11 mi
30The Fuire Law Firm585.0★ (8)11 mi
31LA CONSULTORIA US Divorce and Custody Documents585.0★ (69)20 mi
32Joel S. Seidel & Associates584.9★ (41)16 mi
33Houghton Law Group, A Professional Corporation584.0★ (6)In Simi Valley
34Law Offices of Korol & Velen584.9★ (59)19 mi
35The Law Office of Masci & Masci584.8★ (16)8 mi
36The Stepparent Adoption Center585.0★ (49)20 mi
37Levine Law Firm, APC585.0★ (14)8 mi
38Zen Law Group584.7★ (6)24 mi
39The Dadvocates584.8★ (19)12 mi
40Sternberg Family Law, APC584.7★ (60)19 mi
41Norris Legal Group, APC584.6★ (48)16 mi
42Zahn Law Offices, APC584.4★ (15)18 mi
43Law Offices of Cathleen Norton585.0★ (4)23 mi
44Christina Shaffer, Family Law Attorney584.7★ (12)8 mi
45McFadden Family Law & Mediation585.0★ (14)11 mi
46John T. Medlen, ESQ584.7★ (12)8 mi
47Karney Family Law573.9★ (7)24 mi
48Law Offices Of Deborah A. Perkins574.4★ (14)8 mi
49Brar Law Offices574.9★ (34)17 mi
50The Reape-Rickett Law Firm574.7★ (14)10 mi

Also serving Simi Valley

20 more divorce and family lawyers within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked divorce and family lawyers serving Simi Valley
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Ace Immigration4.9★ (97)In Simi Valley
Adrienne K. Miller, Attorney at Law, APC4.3★ (9)In Simi Valley
Barry P. Goldberg5.0★ (112)In Simi Valley
BTP DOCUMENT PREPARATION SERVICE2.5★ (17)In Simi Valley
CBM Estate & Trust Law4.4★ (34)In Simi Valley
Dion Law Group, APLC4.7★ (24)In Simi Valley
Erica Wise Law5.0★ (26)In Simi Valley
James Studer & Associates Law Office4.6★ (13)In Simi Valley
Kaeser Law Firm5.0★ (1)In Simi Valley
Kiwan Law5.0★ (9)In Simi Valley
Law Offices Of Gregory M Mazza5.0★ (2)In Simi Valley
Law Offices of Jennifer Monroe5.0★ (1)In Simi Valley
Law Offices of Steven Rein3.2★ (9)In Simi Valley
Legal Production Service5.0★ (91)In Simi Valley
Peck Law Corporation4.8★ (22)In Simi Valley
Sua Law Group4.6★ (107)In Simi Valley
The Green Law Group, LLP4.8★ (20)In Simi Valley
The Law Offices of John C. Barlow3.4★ (5)In Simi Valley
The Werner Law Firm - Living Trust and Probate Lawyers4.9★ (20)In Simi Valley
Yazdanyar Law Offices4.9★ (157)In Simi Valley

How we ranked Simi Valley divorce and family lawyers

We scored 197 Simi Valley divorce and family lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

LFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Simi Valley data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Bar status10%An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded)Not yet collected
Review volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7Measured
Practice focus15%How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same)Measured
Law Firms Ranked reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose a divorce and family lawyer

  1. Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
  2. Ask how many divorce and family law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
  3. Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
  4. Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
  5. Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
  6. Ask how the firm bills phone calls and emails, and how often you will get an itemised bill.
  7. Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.

Questions to ask a divorce and family lawyer

  • How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
  • How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
  • Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
  • How much is the retainer, and what happens when it runs out?
  • Do you offer mediation or collaborative divorce?
  • Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?

Terms explained

Contingency fee
A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
Retainer
Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
Flat fee
One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
Limited-scope representation
Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
Statute of limitations
The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
Good standing
A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
Law society
The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
Board certification
Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
Attorney–client privilege
The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
Conflict check
The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
Pro bono
Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
Legal aid
Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.

Divorce and family lawyers in Simi Valley: frequently asked questions

Which divorce and family lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Simi Valley?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked divorce and family lawyer in Simi Valley, CA is Gentry Law Group – Divorce & Family Law Attorneys with an LFR Score of 66/100. It has 4.9★ from 92 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Law Offices of Seth C. Bowen - Divorce & Family Law Attorney (#2) and Law Office of Jordana N. Better (#3) follow. We ranked 197 divorce and family lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many divorce and family lawyers are there in Simi Valley?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 197 divorce and family lawyers serving Simi Valley, CA. 4 of them are based in Simi Valley; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which divorce and family lawyers in Simi Valley are open 24/7?

22 ranked divorce and family lawyers in Simi Valley post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Gentry Law Group – Divorce & Family Law Attorneys (#1), Law Offices of Seth C. Bowen - Divorce & Family Law Attorney (#2) and Law Office of Jordana N. Better (#3). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

Which divorce and family lawyers in Simi Valley work on weekends?

38 of 197 ranked divorce and family lawyers post Saturday hours and 28 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Gentry Law Group – Divorce & Family Law Attorneys (#1), Law Offices of Seth C. Bowen - Divorce & Family Law Attorney (#2) and Law Office of Jordana N. Better (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do Simi Valley divorce and family lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 197 rated divorce and family lawyers in Simi Valley is 4.6★, with a median of 11 reviews. Fast Divorce has the most, 306 reviews, and ranks #5. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does LawFirmsRanked rank divorce and family lawyers?

Each divorce and family lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do divorce and family lawyers outside Simi Valley count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Simi Valley city center, our service radius for divorce and family lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.

Can divorce and family lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?

No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.

How do divorce and family lawyers in Simi Valley, CA charge?

Divorce and family lawyers usually bill by the hour against an upfront retainer. A fee that depends on securing a divorce or on the amount of support is not allowed under ABA Model Rule 1.5(d). Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $357 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.

Do I need a lawyer for an uncontested divorce?

Not always, but a lawyer can review the agreement on property, support and parenting before you sign it, which is hard to undo later. Many firms offer limited-scope help for this. This is general information, not legal advice.

How is this list of divorce and family lawyers in Simi Valley, CA ranked?

By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.

Does a lawyer need an office in Simi Valley?

No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.

Update log for Simi Valley

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 197 divorce and family lawyers serving Simi Valley.

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