THE IMPORTANCE OF PATERNITY RIGHTS
Establishing paternity is both tremendously delicate and extremely important, bearing immense influence on both the child and parent with regards to educational matters, social and legal benefits, medical affairs, and more. Developing a relationship with your child and having a say in their life is critical to their long-term health, development, and success—and as a father, you are entitled to the same rights as a mother in seeing to their care.
No matter what your situation is, we recognize the gravity of every paternity case, treating it with the diligence and dedication that your child deserves.
CHOOSE A CERTIFIED FAMILY LAW SPECIALIST
The California Bar Association has admitted Bettina Yanez as a Family Law Specialist after passing a multitude of qualifications based on wisdom, testing, and skill as evaluated by the State Bar and recommended by judges and attorneys.
By working with a certified family law specialist, that has helped fathers since the year 2000, you are assured to have legal representation with the uppermost level of skill and training recognized by the legal profession.
Our family law firm is highly qualified to help fathers’ navigate through the legal field and advocate for the best interests of the children.
ESTABLISHING PATERNITY
Paternity assumptions depend on several factors: marital status and circumstances such as aided reproduction present a myriad of possible situations. In cases where paternity is uncertain, court-authorized genetic testing can provide an evidentiary foundation for deciding paternity disagreements, with meaningful consequences surrounding support, visitation, and other issues.
Whether you are striving to both prove or invalidate paternity, working with a knowledgeable, experienced attorney is an essential step in protecting the rights and best interests of both yourself and the child.
SCHEDULE YOUR FREE CONSULTATION
Paternity law can be complicated, but outcomes have an enormous impact on both yourself and the child, making it vital to fully understand and protect the rights of all parties involved. Take the first step and find out how our experienced team can help you navigate your paternity case by scheduling a free consultation through our contact form or by calling 714-971-8000.
Our Testimonials & Reviews
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Diego A Navarrete2/11/2023Bettina and her family law firm helped my mother-in-law with her divorce. It was extremely helpful that we were able to find her an attorney that was fluent in both English and Spanish.
I will recommend Bettina and her family law firm to my family and friends.read moreread lessCatherine Vade Bon Coeur1/13/2023I would like to share the great experience I had with Sean Yanez. I needed to change my name on my birth certificate and had difficulty finding an attorney to assist me. After contacting Sean, he and his assistant Angelica took care of everything. I am very satisfied with them.read moreread lessKurt Cledjo9/28/2022A Divorce process i have been battling over 9 years was closed by this Law Firm within 9 months. I specifically say thank you to Patricia Santamaria who represented me through the process.read moreread lessJoe8/22/2022Sean and his team were incredibly helpful and made the process as seamless as possible. He was very straightforward and honest about everything and was always responding to my questions quickly. I can’t thank them enough for all the help they’ve provided. I’d recommend Sean and his team to anyone who would need a great team on their side.read moreread lessannieLaine -h-4/09/2022I’m a very satisfied client. Atty Sean Yanez thank you for taking my case without any hesitation and by the way the most favorable charge retainer fee within OC. And to Atty Patricia Santamaria thank you so much for helping and guiding me throughout the process with my divorce and custody case. I was amazed for the quick and smooth proceedings. Thank you very much.read moreread lessGgee - s -4/09/2022I’m a very satisfied client. Atty Sean Yanez thank you for taking my case without any hesitation and by the way the most favorable charge retainer fee within OC. And to Atty Patricia Santamaria thank you so much for helping and guiding me throughout the process with my divorce and custody case. I was amazed for the quick and smooth proceedings. Thank you very much.read moreread lessAC4/09/2022I’m a very satisfied client. Atty Sean Yanez thank you for taking my case without any hesitation and by the way the most favorable charge retainer fee within OC. And to Atty Patricia Santamaria thank you so much for helping and guiding me throughout the process with my divorce and custody case. I was amazed for the quick and smooth proceedings. Thank you very much.read moreread lessHenry Morton3/16/2022Customer service is awesome at this law firm. They answer immediately, which was quite helpful to me, and I would strongly recommend them.read moreread lessRonan Rich3/14/2022Attorney Yanez help me understand my divorce options; she is such a strong advocate to have in Orange County.!read moreread lessDarren Fryer3/12/2022she saved my marriage Mrs. Bettina Yanez advised that I tried all options before considering divorce and urged that I consult a marriage counselor. Other law companies I spoke with were solely concerned with getting me divorced, but she saved my marriage. I thank Mrs. Bettina Yanez and her legal team, and I highly recommend them to everyone.read moreread lessMilan Ahner3/11/2022Child Custody Investigation During a child custody investigation, I approached them for advice on fighting my ex-husband for custody, and they were truly generous with their time. Thank you.read moreread lessDenny Marko3/10/2022Mrs. Yanez is an experienced attorney who is well-versed in divorce and family law and is the best in her field.read moreread lessRoma Wilson3/02/2022I had a great experience with Yanez & Associates. They were very responsive and always had my best interest and fought for me until the end. We were able to settle out and had a good outcome.read moreread lessCharlotte B.2/06/2022Yanez was the best at getting things finalized in my divorce. She is such a strong advocate to have in a lawyer. I will definitely recommend her to anyone!read moreread lessEthan Remington1/09/2022Mrs. Yanez is a very professional attorney. She is very versed in local and international law. She does a great job of letting you know your options and the best course of action to accomplish what needs to be done for whatever your situation is. I have used Yanez and Associates on multiple cases and have always been impressed with the professional care. If there is an important case regarding family law, Yanez and Associates is the only law firm I would recommend, they are the best.read moreread lessPaloma Remington1/09/2022Bettina is a good caring professional who delivers results. Driven to results and very ethical.read moreread lessJacob Kelly1/08/2022"I am truly thankful for the legal advice provided for my up coming divorce and child custody matters. The attorney was very patient and listened to my situation. You guys are the best. I will definitely contact you when I am ready, meanwhile I will refer you to my family and friends.
"read moreread lessDean Saliman1/08/2022"I am truly thankful for the legal advice provided for my up coming divorce and child custody matters. The attorney was very patient and listened to my situation. You guys are the best. I will definitely contact you when I am ready, meanwhile I will refer you to my family and friends.
"read moreread lessJennifer McGonigle10/10/2021Mrs. Yanez truly cares about the children and what is best for them. She is real knowledgeable and she and her staff will help you throughout your case. I highly recommend choosing Yanez & Associates.read moreread lessYvette Salinas8/19/2021With much gratitude to Yanez & Associates Attorneys and Staff.
Mrs. Bettina Yanez, Mr. Peter Flanagan and Mr. Sean Yanez worked closely with our family through one of the most difficult and emotional domestic violence divorce. Our entire family suffered by one person's act of violence. Going through this kind of life changing trauma, you will need people of true compassion and willingness to fight to protect you in every possible way. Every dollar spent was more than worth the professionalism this legal firm brought to us. I strongly recommend Yanez & Associates for as an excellent Family Law Firm.
YSread moreread less- Jessica Moreno8/18/2021I appreciate everyone at Yanez & Associates. I was blessed to have wonderful attorneys who protected, worked hard and assured me that I came first in all their decision making. I went through a difficult abusive and domestic divorce and Yanez & Associates attorney's, staff and administration responded with respect and urgency to protect me and my family. I highly recommend Yanez & Associates for their values and legal services. Extremely knowledgeable and experienced in family law.read moreread lessDira Johnson6/11/2021After months of trying to find the right legal counsel that I could trust, I was graciously referred to Sean Yanez by a dear friend who highly recommended him and his firm. As a true skeptical person, I was a little apprehensive to speak with yet another "fast talking" attorney who wanted me to pay upfront for a consultation that may or may not answer my legal concerns, but to my pleasant surprise I found that Sean Yanez was the real deal with a heart. He not only gave me extremely valuable advice through his free consultation, but took the time to follow up right away with strategies I could apply to my legal matter right away. Also, instead of upselling me on his legal services, he was honest and straight-forward with giving me his recommendation without trying to take my money. He took the time to learn about my case before speaking with me and never had me repeat any information I already shared with his firm, he spoke to me with compassion and interest in my legal matter, and was extremely helpful at a time when all I had been used to was the exact opposite. Off the bat, Sean was sincere and full of knowledge that he shared openly without coming across as condescending or forceful. He was a breath of fresh air to speak with and I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone who needs an attorney that they can trust. I would have never found Sean through reviews due to my past experiences, but I'm so glad that he was recommended to me by a friend. Please believe me when I say that you can trust Sean and his firm to handle your family law matters. They are timely, knowledgeable, trustworthy, and most importantly they treat people with compassion, dignity and respect without overcharging and under delivering --qualities that can be so difficult to find in attorneys. You will not be disappointed.read moreread lessDanielle Ayers3/17/2021I called Yanez & Associates divorce & family law attorneys and scheduled a free consultation with Attorney Yanez few weeks ago. She was very polite and listened attentively and was very informative in her response. She seemed very well-informed in her field, intellectually quick and very assured. Just speaking to her made me feel strong and safe, which is a good sensation to get from an attorney. I would hire this law office just based on their kind conduct. I haven't officially met her due to covid, but I would highly recommend, to anyone looking for a Family Law Attorney.read moreread lessBradley Ella3/08/2021I didn't hire them but did an initial consult. Laura called me back on a weekend and set up the consultation. I was very impressed getting a call just minutes after submitting a request for help. Thank you for the time!read moreread lessAdrian Daniel3/08/2021I scheduled a free consultation with this family law firm and they were really helpful. It indicates a lot to me when someone takes time to talk to you for a few minutes about your problem. Compassion is super important and this law firm has it. Thank you so much.read moreread lessmaryann christensen2/19/2021I reside outside of California and was blindsided with a child custody matter that involved a temporary restraining order. Clearly this was a terrifying and strange spot to be in. From the very first contact with Yanez and her associates I was impressed with their attention to detail. I highly recommend them.read moreread lessSylvia Acevedo2/14/2021I was in great need of the best family law attorneys to handle a child support matter. I contacted several family law firms. I then called an OC family law firm and spoke with Mrs. Yanez. She was very professional & knowledgeable about family law topics. She went over my case and she answered all my questions. She quoted a price and suggested I also interview other attorneys before making a decision. That made me feel good that she was not rushing me. Most importantly, thanks to attorney Yanez, I was able to recompose and cool off before proceeding.read moreread lessKatherine Gallardo1/29/2021A little of our story,
My Husband and I hired on Mr Yanez & Associates to help us with a move away case from CA to CO for my step son who had primarily lived with us since he was 5 yrs old (he’s 11 now). His birth mother believed that with us moving away she should now have her turn in raising him and attempted to change the custody agreement. We were worried we’d lose the case and our son would have to stay behind and not be able to continue to grow up with his brothers since “courts tend to sway with the biological mothers” or so they say.
My husband and I were fortunate enough to have had met with Sean in person a few years prior and were able to get a feel for how we’d hope he’d handle our case. And thankfully we were right. Even with all the Covid 19 obstacles he did not falter. We wanted someone who would listen to our concerns, someone who would answer our questions (and trust me we had a lot!) but not just with what we wanted to hear but with facts, with honesty and sincerity even if it wasn’t the answer we wanted. We wanted someone who knew the ins and outs of the court system and how it all worked and would give us their honest opinion. He was always was a step and ahead and very strategic. He gave us play by play and being in a situation where the end result could possibly be loosing your child, having someone like Sean who was literally there fighting with us made all the difference.
Mr Yanez & Associates were always extremely timely with getting back to us quickly, we never felt out of the loop, we never felt as if we were in limbo waiting on responses or answers or what our next step should be. Their professionalism and knowledge in my opinion is bar none.
The end result is we now live in CO with my stepson, and thanks to Mr. Yanez & Associates, my husband and I can continue to watch our boys grow up together.
If you’re looking for an attorney for your case. Look no further!!
Sincerely,
a Wife & Boy Mom of 3read moreread lessAmber Gunn11/28/2020Attorney Yanez was a godsend. She assisted us with a very difficult custody situation. She gave great advise over the phone and took the time to listen and address my unique situation during these uncertain covid-19 times. She is kind, but a tough divorce attorney. If you want a clever, trustworthy and passionate attorney who cares and knows family law extremely well, I recommend this legal team.read moreread lessDonald Leske11/21/2020Absolutely remarkable family attorneys. Yanez and his team are extremely knowledgeable and give great advice. They know family law! I spent days seeking family law firms before making a decision. This firm was able to help me. Thanks to Mr. Yanez, I'll be able to be spend more time with my son again. If you're looking for a family law attorney for Irvine or the general Orange County area who cares, who's reasonably priced and knows what he's doing, this law firm without a doubt is a must consult with. I highly recommend them.read moreread lessPatty Malicoat11/19/2020Our encounter with attorney Bettina was incredible. She walked us through the divorce process and allowed us to better understand the complexity of going through a divorce. I can honestly say that Mrs. Yanez and her Associates helped release my stress and allowed me to be able to sleep comfortably without worrying, she was phenomenal. Thank you again. I will recommend you and your team to my family and friends.read moreread lessAlex Bryan11/09/2020I was introduced to Attorney Yanez's website through a video I found on YouTube. Attorney Yanez is very knowledgeable and caring. I requested Mrs. Yanez for my complex divorce case that comprised of complex custody concerns and financial disputes. I was drawn to her because of her being a Family Law Specialist. We spoke on the phone to discuss our tactics and my concerns. Yanez is an expert in her field of family & divorce law. Without any hesitation I recommend attorney Yanez.read moreread lessCarrie Nettles10/20/2020I scheduled a consultation with Attorney Yanez and she was absolutely WONDERFUL. I had previously spoken with several other attorneys regarding my specific situation and they were either extremely rude, indicated they were unable to assist me, or both. These conversations left me extremely frustrated and feeling very hopeless. Attorney Yanez, on the other hand, was never judgmental and researched the Family Law Code that was specific to my matter while on the phone with me, which no other attorney seemed willing to do. Even though my matter did not require her services at this time, she made sure I understood what was currently necessary to do and offered her assistance in the future if needed. I will forever be grateful that she was patient and willing to help.read moreread lessNadine P.10/19/2020I am happy with the service I received in this matter. I live in a different state than my attorney, the whole process was done either over the phone or by computer, but was done thoroughly and efficiently.read moreread lessCloves Brandao10/13/2020This California Family Law firm was very instrumental in assisting me and my family with a free consultation over the phone and provide sound legal advise. They are extremely knowledgeable and helped me through roughest moments. I appreciate the tips shared with me. You want them on your side! Highly recommended.read moreread lessJosh Baker10/10/2020Ms Yanez and her team are extremely knowledgeable and professional. Excellent communication, reasonable pricing and quality legal assistance. So glad I found this firm!read moreread lessSantiago Sanders8/01/2020Awesome advice that helped greatly! This law firm really cares. No sugar coat it or making false promises. I cannot recommend them enough. Yes, I will certainty recommend this law practice to my friends and family.read moreread lessIrene Thompson7/29/2020Yanez and the family law team law firm, including the person answering the phone, were a godsend during my divorce case. Yanez provided me with knowledgeable of the areas of family law I was unsure about. Further Yanez spent additional time past the allocated free consultation. I was impressed that Yanez did not even look at the clock and just focused on my needs. I want to thank Yanez and the team for everything and recommend this divorce and family law firm to anyone requiring a family lawyer.read moreread lessMaria Tucker7/29/2020This attorney was amazing during our initial free consultation. I was dealing with false allegations regarding a Domestic Violence matter that was humiliating. I not once thought I would ever find myself in such a situation. The staff was genuinely respectable and was very sympathetic of the circumstances. I walked away with great advice and no longer felt anxiety. For now I have peace of mind and I stop worrying. I highly recommend Y&A for DV restraining order false allegation defense.read moreread lessJessica Thomas7/20/2020I volunteered to find a child custody attorney for my dear friend that has been going through a very stressful legal situation. With the lost of her job due to covid19 she needed to stretch her funds, as a result I found this family law firm that granted her a free consultation. Thank you so much for your expert legal advice!! We are now better able to cope and understand what our options are. We will be in touch!read moreread less - Karim Mazu7/19/2020Very professional, diligent and she really cares, not like other lawyers.
I will recommend her to anyone going through a divorce.
Habla espanol 😉read moreread lessGabrielle Chase7/04/2020Trustworthy and honorable! Two words that come to mind when reviewing these divorce & family law attorneys. They returned my call over the weekend and lived up to their free consultation; moreover, they recommended a local attorney in order to save me money due to their locality.read moreread lessAndrew Miller6/09/2020My experience with Miss Yanez has been exceptional. She's a remarkable lawyer. It's difficult to meet someone in family law that has ethics. This law firm is very professional and will tell you how it is without sugar coating it to get your money. Thank you for your honesty!read moreread lessZachariah Torres6/01/2020Thank you Shawn for help with a child support matter. I was the one that called you in tears and with your guidance I took the steps you recommended. Even though you knew up front I did not have the means to hire an attorney you spent the time to guide me in the right direction. I know you stated that a review was not necessary, but I just want everyone to know how kind and thoughtful you were with our legal needs. Thank you so much!read moreread lessAlondra Nelson5/27/2020Five stars for excellence! I first reached out to Bettina to seek help in a paternity case. Mrs. Yanez was calm and poised in her approach, which made us feel relaxed and positive that an expert was going to review our case. I sincerely recommend this attorney for her caring and professional opinion to everyone in need of legal family law assistance.read moreread lessLilian Hobson5/22/2020I was very impressed with the attentiveness I received for my child custody case review. The attorney returned my call over the weekend and spent quality time consulting me on my options. She took her time explaining the law to me and shared multiple scenarios. She was highly recommended through a friend of the family law court that constantly observes Ms. Yanez in action at the Orange County courthouse.read moreread lessLee Nelson5/22/2020I was very impressed with the attentiveness I received for my child custody case review. The attorney returned my call over the weekend and spent quality time consulting me on my options. She took her time explaining the law to me and shared multiple scenarios. She was highly recommended through a friend of the family law court that constantly observes Ms. Yanez in action at the Orange County courthouse.read moreread lessBarry Titmas5/21/2020Finding a good child custody attorney was not an easy task. After numerous consultations with family lawyers I felt we would not locate an attorney that truly took an interest in the case. Then we found Bettina through a Youtube video. She is very well informed and approachable. She truly cared about our custody case and aided us in understanding our rights. I highly recommend Ms. Yanez, she is a wealth of information when it comes to family law in California.read moreread lessKayden Reed5/17/2020Yanez and the family law team law firm, including the person answering the phone, were a godsend during my divorce case. Yanez provided me with knowledgeable of the areas of family law I was unsure about. Further Yanez spent additional time past the allocated free consultation. I was impressed that Yanez did not even look at the clock and just focused on my needs. I want to thank Yanez and the team for everything and recommend this divorce and family law firm to anyone requiring a family lawyer.read moreread lessJoy Robinson5/11/2020This attorney was amazing during our initial free consultation. I was dealing with false allegations regarding a Domestic Violence matter that was humiliating. I not once thought I would ever find myself in such a situation. The staff was genuinely respectable and was very sympathetic of the circumstances. I walked away with great advice and no longer felt anxiety. For now I have peace of mind and I stop worrying. I highly recommend Y&A for DV restraining order false allegation defense.read moreread lessFred Gaston5/06/2020I contacted the firm looking for an attorney, they set up an appointment. The attorney contacted me on time and was very knowledgeable. He did a good job explaining options for me. I would use this firm in the future.read moreread lessLola Bradley4/29/2020Yanez and the family law team law firm, including the person answering the phone, were a godsend during my divorce case. Yanez provided me with knowledgeable of the areas of family law I was unsure about. Further Yanez spent additional time past the allocated free consultation. I was impressed that Yanez did not even look at the clock and just focused on my needs. I want to thank Yanez and the team for everything and recommend this divorce and family law firm to anyone requiring a family lawyer.read moreread lessAava Farokhian3/18/2020I was surprised by Mr. Yanez honestly and how he tried to help me without demanding any money which is very rare. I could hear his honestly in his voice and how he tried to help with my child support issue. He was very formative, kind and straight forward. I HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend Mr. Yanez to any parent or partners. He is amazing, professional and HONEST.
Thank you Mr. Yanes for your advise, I am in a very good place but I couldn't have done it without you.read moreread lessDorothy Murphy2/20/2020They have supported us in my legal circumstances. Highly recommendable!!read moreread lesscboys texas2/19/2020Where do I start !
Sean Yanez, first off has the most integrity of any lawyer I’ve ever met, we met three years ago, when I contacted him from Northern California and let him know that my wife had moved to Southern California with my three children without my consent, and then she would not allow me to see them, We worked together for six months to put together a strategy that would involve me moving to Southern California getting a place where the children would be happy,Then going to court, in the process we took on the biggest divorce law firm in orange county, and in the end I got all three of my children 50% custody, my ex-wife’s law firm was playing checkers while Sean was playing chess, Our goal from the very beginning was to establish that I was an excellent father, and that all the accusations against me were false, Sean was able to prove this to my ex-wife‘s lawyer to the point in which They decided not even to go to court. I now have my children 50% of the time, full legal and sole custody, this could not have been done without Seans expertise, planning and strategy. If you have a complex case there’s no better firm to go to that Yanez and Associates.
My family has began the healing process and I will forever be grateful and thankful for Sean and so are my children.
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Colton Irvingread moreread lessMark Smith2/12/2020Finding good attorneys can be a daunting journey. Best wishes to the law firm.read moreread lessAnnalise Farris2/08/2020The workers are wonderful and I would not hesitate to use them again.read moreread lessWalter Mark2/03/2020Thank you for your expert advice with our family law matter. Finding good attorneys can be a daunting journey. Best wishes to the law firm.read moreread lessSusan Dominguez9/26/2019Excellent family law firm. The staff is friendly and very helpful. I would highly recommend the firm. Thank you for the advise.read moreread lessSharon9/03/2019Grandparent’s rights consultation I had the pleasure of consulting with Bettina Yanez this morning regarding a very difficult situation in our family. She is obviously well-versed in this area of family law. The information and guidance that she provided will be invaluable as I take the next steps. My impression of Bettina is that she is an expert in her field who is determined to give her clients the best possible representation. Her demeanor is warm and reassuring. If it was possible to file my case in Orange County, I would not hesitate to hire Bettina Yanez to represent me.read moreread less - heidi boho8/20/2019Bettina went above and beyond for us. We had a very complicated and difficult family case, supposedly “unwinnable” according to other lawyers. She was excellent about getting to the heart of the matter and presenting a solid case for a win. It’s important to have someone like her who is patient and knowledgeable during these types of stressful times, who is focused on your case more than just their billable minutes. Highly recommend.read moreread lessTony Marmolejo8/13/2019I highly recommend Yanez and Associates, Sean Yanez did a great job in my divorce case and custody of my kids. Thank you!read moreread lessIsmael Galarza6/25/2019Great service prompt responses all around excellent law firm answered all my questions and exceeded expectations thank you for the helpread moreread lesshua hua6/23/2019The people’s here is really honest they never waste your time .i really like their service!read moreread lessAisha Zaky12/26/2018Yanez and associates were court appointed to represent my children during child custody proceedings. Mrs Shary, one of the associates, made the children feel at ease during the interview, and really listened to them. At the hearing, she was extremely fair, did her due diligence in familiarizing herself with the case and past issues, and made the children's wishes known to the judge. After over 5 years of battling in court, we couldn't have asked for a better outcome. Highly recommended!read moreread lessErik Bartik10/24/2018I would highly recommend Ms.Yanez to anyone needing a great family law attorney! Most importantly she cares, listens to your needs, works extremely hard, is smart and will truly fight for you. She is really good at what she does.read moreread lessJim Ceja9/30/2018I cannot thank Yanez & Associates more! We had a very difficult and very personal case. They did everything in their power to fight for us and be there for us through the whole process. I would like to personally thank Mr. Sean Yanez and especially Iraida Oliva! We could not have asked for a better person to be in our corner than Iraida. She put in many long and difficult hours to help us and we appreciate everything and couldn't have asked for more!! I know we wouldn't have been able to have done this by ourselves.read moreread lessSandra Bales9/15/2018Hiring a divorce attorney for your family law matters is not always easy. Often times we hear horror stories about hiring divorce attorneys that do not know what they are doing. When I first met attorney Yanez I knew she was the right family law attorney for me. Her honest answers are greatly appreciated. She does not sugar coat it, she tells it like it is. If you are thinking of a divorce or require an attorney for a family law case, consider calling attorney Yanez.read moreread lessDouglas Borthwick9/11/2018Putting her legal skill and knowledge aside which is exemplary, Bettina has a quality that is equally important and that is unbridled passion for protecting and fighting for her clients. She is high energy and has a heart of gold.
There are a handful of top notch attorneys in Orange County and she is certainly among them, but it's her zeal and caring demeanor that really sets her apart from the rest. You can't teach this. You either have it or you don't, and she has it without question. Thanks Bettina.read moreread lessMauricio Zuniga8/05/2018OMG I would never have enough words to describe Iraida Oliva’s awesome service, this woman is an Angel sent from above, it’s like she is meant to help dudes like me who are dumb when it comes to the court thang . She was very helpful and very informative of my case. I have full custody of my 14yr old girl . Recently her mother came back in the picture and did her best to take me down, now my ex ( baby momma) is a paralegal who tried to intimidate me many times and to be honest I was scurd. But this amazing woman did everything for me and very fast . It almost seems as if she was a super hero helping the weak like myself. We went to court one time and I didn’t even say one word. She stood up and looked at the judge in the eye and used her Atty. to Judge talk which by the way it has always been a different language to me....lol all I understood was your honor can we take this case of the calander and the judge said Sure... of the calandre and that was it she closed the case .... i still have full custody of my child and all because Iraida Oliva made it possible.... man she Rocks i wanted to high five her in court but i waited to till we walked out of the court room .
Iraida wasn’t expensive at all she will work with you . I would definitely hire her again ......
Thank you Iraida your theee best...read moreread lessSandra5/17/2018Excellent family law attorney Hiring a divorce attorney for your family law matters is not always easy. Often times we hear horror stories about hiring divorce attorneys that do not know what they are doing. When I first met attorney Yanez I knew she was the right family law attorney for me. Her honest answers are greatly appreciated. She does not sugar coat it, she tells it like it is. If you are thinking of a divorce or require an attorney for a family law case, consider calling attorney Yanez.read moreread lessanonymous3/27/2017sean yanea I was pleased with the honesty presented during our phone consultation.read moreread lessVictoria12/17/2016Honest and reliable Provided thorough and honest consultation on complex community property issues relating to prenuptual agreement.read moreread lessanonymous12/15/2016Thank you I was recommended by a friend, to Attorney Bettina Yanez for a family issue. She was very professional and knowable. I will do the same and recommend her to family and friends. If results matter contact Attorney Yanez. Thank you !!read moreread lessAdriana12/03/2015Very helpful, and understanding Bettina is a very knowledgeable Orange County based Lawyer. She was very helpful in the matters of family law, and termination of parental rights. She helped ease many of my concerns with my case. She is very compassionate, and understanding. I would highly recommend Bettina for any of your Family Law concerns.read moreread lessanonymous8/21/2015Reassured & grateful! After reading all the remarks, I am SO thankful that the judge in my child custody case chose Bettina Yanez as my children's court appointed attorney. When I first took my children to her office and she came out to call one of them in, she looked very mean and intimidating, so my first impression of her was not nice, but when my youngest child came out from her office, she was smiling and very happy. When my second child (a teenager) came out, she was also smiling (which is unusual) and Ms Yanez ALSO came out with a smile, my impression of her totally changed. I know she has to stay objective and keep the kids' best interests at the forefront and that's what matters most to me too!read moreread lessJoe7/22/2015Truly remarkable Lawyer....Where do I even begin.... Bettina Yanez was assigned to my children as minors counsel in our highly conflicted case. Her professionalism, honesty, & unbiased opinion was the ONLY one I saw the entire 2 1/2 years I was battling for custody of my Children. Her character is above all else. My children felt safe, protected, & happy whenever they spoke with her too, which was most important to me as a Father. I can't begin to express my gratitude for everything her & her team have done for my children's best interest. I finally get to see them again now full time, & I whole heartedly believe that her efforts for fighting for their wishes to be with me again is one of the biggest reasons why. She never gave up on fighting for what was best for them, & knew how much they needed me back in their lives regularly too.Even though she was assigned from the courts and not paid top dollar, Bettina still took the time to research our whole case from the beginning to end, and really look into all of the facts. She even responded to all of us after hours, & always made sure she was personally available whenever her presence was requested in Court. I paid for my own personal lawyer to represent my case, & just watching her professionalism and seeing how much she cared and invested in my children's needs made me wish I would have had someone of her caliber on my side too. I have had 3 lawyers in my life, & none compared to what I saw exemplified from her while representing my children.Bettina is second to none, & I promise you will be glad you chose her to represent you just like I am that she has been there for my children too.read moreread lessG Rogers3/16/2015Found the Best divorce attorney in Orange County While searching for the best divorce attorneys in Orange County, CA I trust Avvo. Avvo provides much more information about the attorneys; further, I was able to obtain a better sense of the divorce & family law attorney I needed for my particular family law case. I wanted to hire the best, so I narrowed my search to a certified family law specialists.I came across Attorney Yanez’s profile and was very impressed; further, after visiting her website yanezlaw.com I was amazed at the depth of information the site provided. I would have to say it is perhaps one of the best attorney websites I have come across.Her office proximity to the court was within walking distance, which I found it to be very convenient. In addition the free case review was appreciated, which allowed me to evaluate attorney Yanez and her staff.Attorney Yanez took her time reviewing my case for my case was somewhat complex, dealing with child custody, spousal support, domestic violence and property division issues.I felt very comfortable with attorney Yanez and would recommend her and her associates to anyone seeking an honest, assertive, knowledgeable and experienced divorce attorney in Orange County. I thank you again for your honesty and taking the time to review my case.read moreread lessJoseph Hernandez9/28/2014Mrs. Yanez is at the top of her class! She is fully knowledgeable of family law and more than adequate to take on any case. Prior to coming to Yanez and Associates, my divorce had dragged on for 2 years. I went through 3 different lawyers who gave me the run around and were never clear on the definitive law. I spent a lot of money with those lawyers and in the end it seemed as if I worked for them! As soon as I met with Bettina, she knew exactly where I was coming from and gave her recommendations as to what "we" should do next. She is professional and her work ethic is top notch. You will feel as if your apart of a team - Team Yanez! Her staff is always available and it feels as if they are working for you. If you want a bulldog lawyer who is knowledgeable and experienced in every aspect of family law I highly recommend Bettina.read moreread lessanonymous9/17/2014Excellent divorce & family law attorney in Orange County This family law firm help me when I was falsely accused of domestic violence. I work in the educational industry and they do not tolerate a criminal record. Attorney Yanez was very skillful in disproving the a allegations.read moreread less - Robbie Stevenson9/01/2014I strongly recommend Bettina Yanez and her legal team. Bettina was upfront and honest during my free consultation. She suggested I explore all remedies before considering divorce and recommended a marriage counselor. Other firms I consulted with were just interested in getting me divorced. I felt attorney Yanez was truly interested in my well being and not just generating more business. Three months later it looks like things will work out. Many thanks, again I will recommend attorney Yanez and her firm to all my friends and family. God bless you.read moreread lessEddie12/21/2013She’s awesome! I am going through a modification and while in the OC family court I observed attorney Yanez in action and was quite impressed. I then followed her and asked her for her contact information. I asked the court bailiffs about attorney Yanez and they had nothing but nice things to say about her and her practice. In fact one of the bailiff stated, “She’s awesome”. She knows her law and is very sociable. Later after my meeting with Yanez, all I could think about was what the bailiff said, “She’s awesome!” I would recommend her to all my friends and family.read moreread lessRobbie12/14/2013Highly recommend trustworthy divorce attorney I strongly recommend Bettina Yanez and her legal team. Bettina was upfront and honest during my consultation. She suggested I exhaust all remedies before considering divorce and recommended marriage counseling first. Other firms I consulted with were just interested in getting me divorced. I felt attorney Yanez was truly interested in my well being and not just generating more business. Three months later it looks like things will work out. Many thanks and I will recommend you and your firm to all my friends and family. God bless you.read moreread lessanonymous12/06/2013Thank you Yanez & Assoc! When I hired this firm I was in the middle of a long and nasty divorce. My self-employed ex wasn't paying child support and I had minimal income. Ms. Yanez allowed me to make payments and she and her associates represented me powerfully, compassionately, ethically. I cannot say enough wonderful things about this firm. I never felt as if I wasn't a 'big retainer client'. Her staff returns calls promptly and are very supportive, actually cheering for me the day I went to her office to pick up my first child support payment!read moreread lessanonymous10/20/2013OutStanding Lawyer I cannot thank Bettina Yanez enough. My divorce went smooth without any headaches. Attorney Yanez and her staff kept me informed throughout the process. I was lucky to find Bettina and cannot stop recommending her to all my friends and family. EXCELLENT JOB! Thank you, JTread moreread lessanonymous10/03/2013Attorney Yanez fought for my rights after falsely being accused of Domestic Violence I was falsely accused of domestic violence by my ex-spouse during one of our child exchanges. I was not only faced with losing joint custody of my children but my future employment was also pending. Attorney Yanez fought hard and proofed I not only was falsely accused but that the whole allegation was fabricated. THANK YOU!read moreread lessXochtil Miranda9/02/2013When I came across Bettina Yanez law firm I had hired an attorney to help me with my divorce and child custody. I did not feel comfortable with the attorney, it wasn’t lack of knowledge I did not feel he cared for my case but only for my money. Angelica one of the paralegals from Yanez team help me every step of the way from the day I hired them to the day my divorce was finalized. They not only care for their clients but they go the extra mile even after the case has settled.
Yanez team also gave me the option of reasonable monthly payments. I strongly recommend Bettina Yanez for any who needs from an experience attorney help in their divorce/ child custody. They fight for the rights of the child.read moreread lessSandy7/25/2013Attorney fought for our grandparent rights and won! After we were being denied access to our grandchild we decided to obtain legal counsel. We interviewed several attorneys, Mrs. Yanez is trustworthy and knowledgeable and her friendly staff kept us up to date on the progress. We were blessed to have a family law expert on our side. We all thank you and your staff for giving us peace of mind.read moreread lessDave7/10/2013I was accused of Domestic Violence and Attorney Yanez saved my job I was falsely accused of domestic violence and faced loosing my job as an educator. Any one that is an educator knows that the school districts are very strict when it comes to criminal actions on your record. Attorney Yanez and staff thank you for everything you have done for me. I feel like a new man after you proved that no such abuse ever occurred.read moreread lessBobby6/13/2013Amazing attorney!!!! Betina is hands down the best family attorney in Orange County! I have hired 2 other attorney's in Orange County in the past and Betina was the first attorney that was not a push over and was all about me and understanding my needs. Her paralegals have always been there for me when I have had questions or need answers. I was amazed with her knowledge her confidence in court that made me feel so much at ease and relaxed when I was in the court room in front of the judge. If I had to rate Betina 1-10 with her Law Firm, prepping my case for court and her performance in court I would have to give her a 10. Overall she is an amazing attorney with a seasoned and reliable staff.read moreread lessRoberta4/30/2013Our day in court Mrs. Yanez presented herself very professionally. Told us what to expect and what she could and could not do for us. She and her staff went above and beyond to help us. And I must say, her fee was quite reasonable for what she did. We did prevail in the case!read moreread lessJan4/12/2013Attorney Yanez got me custody of my grandchild in our highly contested case Attorney Yanez came highly recommended from an attorney that did not handle highly contested child custody cases. The attorney spoke highly of attorney Yanez and stated that I would not be able to find a better family law attorney for my situation in Orange County. Bettina Yanez was successful in court in obtaining temporary custody orders. We are thrilled and extremely happy we made the right choice. We highly recommend Yanez and her firm for anyone seeking to hire a skilled and caring attorney. In addition the entire staff was great, friendly and professional. I cannot begin to thank them enough.read moreread lessSandra2/02/2013We made the right choice going with Attorney Yanez for our modification Well it was time to revisit our child support orders after 3 years; therefore, a modification of the child support was in order. Months earlier I observed Attorney Yanez in court. I was so impress with her performance that I chased her down the hall to ask for a business card. Months later I called Mrs Yanez to see if she was able to assist me in my child support case. She studied the change in circumstances and determined, I had an excellent chance for a modification. My daughter is now benefiting from the new support orders. Thank you.read moreread lessBrianna1/10/2013AWESOME BEST LAWYERS!!! 🙂 divorce,restraining order,child custody, child support they are my lawyers right now!! 🙂 I always tell friends and family to go to them if they need a lawyer. 🙂read moreread lessJan11/07/2012My chidren and I thank you Mrs Yanez My first attorney made a mess of my child custody case. Later, I searched for an attorney, enthusiastic to take on a difficult case, and an attorney who had all of the abilities I desired in a family law attorney.I had practically given up on finding such an attorney 'til I watched Attorney Yanez in action during her hearing. She was so impressive that two other individuals, besides me approached her for a business card. I guess you can say she impressed us all. In my communications with Attorney Yanez, she has counseled me and took client control when I became unreasonable. (thank you). She helped me see and understand my options and made me realize that the law seeks to do “what is best for the children”. I finally was able to make my decisions based on the law and supporting evidence. Weeks after my case settled I was finally able to understand the whole picture and realized even though I did not get everything I was asking for, my children are happy. Thank you Bettina, I feel lucky to have found you and thank you for taking my case.read moreread lessMelinda11/01/2012Family Law no-nonsense Attorney Attorney Yanez and her firm got me through some very extreme, difficult and upsetting family court procedures. When I was searching for a family law attorney, I knew after my consultation with Mrs. Yanez, that she was the ONE. Learning that she was also a family law specialist solidified my decision. She is a no-nonsense attorney, which can be scary to the opposing side, but she has the know-how, experience, and concern needed to do a tremendous job as a family law attorney. I valued how she used paralegals and associate attorneys whom billed at lower rates whenever feasible, this allowed me to stretch my dollar I strongly recommend Bettina and her firm for all your family law needs. Thank you.read moreread lessNorma10/31/2012best family attorney - knows her practice well! Ms. Yanez is an outstanding attorney in every regard. From the first phone consultation, she made me feel safe and confident. Further my family also felt more secure and calm knowing Attorney Yanez was handling our case. She is so responsive and puts the law in plain language so that I can understand every step of my case; she is awesome. I will be recommending her to my friends. Thank you very much and God bless.read moreread lessTanya10/31/2012Finally, a Fair and Caring Lawyer! Bettina Yanez is an excellent lawyer AND a wonderful person. Her and her staff made sure I was always kept abreast of everything that was going on with my case and eased my mind when I had concerns or pressing questions. She was especially mindful of my children's welfare and really spoke out to get them the best life. I would highly recommend her for any family law matters!read moreread lessLaura10/22/2012Bettina Yanez was my voice when I had no strength! I was in a very painful marriage for 31 years, I was beaten down until I had no strength to fight any longer. I turned to Ms Yanez to handle my divorce. Ms Yanez stood up to my ex-husband for me and has been my voice until I can get my strength back. I am getting stronger and happier each day and grateful to Ms Yanez and her amazing staff for all their help in fighting the man that brought me to my knees...read moreread lessDesiree10/12/20125 star Attorney Mrs. Yanez recently represented me in a child support case and this recently settled, she helped me vacate the financial portion of a default judgment that was innacurately served. Bettina Yanez helped me obtain a much more affordable monthly support amount. She also presented me with the resources, tools, and knowledge to start the process to obtain sole custody of my children. Overall she guided me and gave me hope. Bettina Yanez listens, absobs detail and opinions, and then makes convincing recommendations and decisions that get right to the heart of the issues. I saw all the key qualities I needed in one person without the other difficulties. Mrs. Yanez operates way above the level I expected. She is diligent, shows great grasp of detail, an ability to pinpoint and address the key issues and was strong in the proceedings. In a situation were you do not know anything about this branch of law and feel lost, I consider myself blessed to have found Mrs. Yanez. I will watch her future career develop with great interest and I unreservedly recommend the services of Bettina Yanezread moreread less - Tamara10/02/2012Professional and Friendly I can't say enough about this law firm! Bettina Yanez and her staff are so friendly and they did everything they could to get what was best for my children. Though it was a difficult separating our the family, Bettina was supportive, kind but professional and knowledgable. She was there for every step and explained it all in layman's terms so that I always knew what was taking place and what the issues were. I highly recommend Bettina Yanez!!read moreread lessanonymous10/02/2012Best divorce lawyer Attorney Yanez was referred to me by my criminal attorney. She helped me get through my legal mess and made it possible for me to obtain 50% custody of my children. I am now able to move on with my new life and spend more time with my children.read moreread lessanonymous6/15/2011Trusted Attorney!! I was referred to Mrs. Yanez two years ago she helped me when others wouldn't. She even arranged affordable payment plans to suit my needs. She was always in a great mood and helped keep my spirits high even when things were rough in my marriage. She has many years of experience and it shows in her performance. Thanks again Mrs. Yanez you helped me get back on my feet again! =]read moreread lessanonymous4/13/2011Excellent Family Lawyer I was facing a long and painful divorce but Bettina Yanez took care of everything. She was helpful, compassionate and knowledgeable and really kept me in the loop of what was going on with my case. I would definitely recommend her to anyone who is looking for a lawyer who will do all she can for you. Thank you Bettina Yanez!read moreread lessPaul3/29/2011Excellent Orange County Family Law Lawyer I am in the military stationed abroad. I met with attorney Yanez before I was deployed. She handled my legal issues to my satisfaction. I would highly recommend her to all military personal. Thank you Attorney Yanez.read moreread lessanonymous1/03/2010Outstanding family lawyers Attorneys Yanez & Montes got us custody of our children. Our children are now back in Hawaii with us.thank youread moreread lessanonymous4/18/2009outstanding attorneys enough said, Bettina and Amy were able to get us full custody of our grandson!read moreread lessanonymous3/22/2009Thankful I hired Bettina Yanez and Amy Montes to help me with my divorce. I have 2 children and a home and I did not have alot of money but they advised the would do their very best to help me reach an agreement and keep the costs low. They did! I am divorced and I have custody of the children he has visitation and I live in the home. Thank you Bettina & Amyread moreread lessanonymous3/10/2009Completely Sastified! I was experiencing a long and drawn out custody and child support battle. I hired Bettina Yanez and Amy Montes. They were efficient, compassionate, responsive and informative. They solved my case almost immediately. I feel like they were very reasonable in their cost and retainer. I am completely satified. I hope I never have a situation like this again but if I do I will rehire them without question!read moreread less
California Board of Legal Specialization
Yanez & Associates
Divorce & Family Law Attorneys
625 The City Dr S, #490
Orange, CA 92868