Beverly Hills Family Law Attorney
Families in Beverly Hills face family law matters with their own particular complications. Significant real estate, business holdings, equity compensation, and visibility within close professional communities all affect how a case should be handled.
Duncan Family Law represents Beverly Hills clients in divorce, custody, support, and related matters with the discretion and preparation these cases require.
In Need of a Family Lawyer?
Led by California family law attorney Nicole Duncan, the firm maintains a Beverly Hills office at 468 N Camden Drive and a Los Angeles office on West 3rd Street. Clients work directly with Nicole on every aspect of their case.
If you are weighing a family law matter in Beverly Hills, a confidential conversation with an experienced Beverly Hills family law attorney can clarify your options before anything is filed. Call Duncan Family Law at (866) 447-4139 for a free consultation.
Duncan Family Law represents Beverly Hills residents and surrounding communities in every major area of California family law:
- Divorce and dissolution of marriage
- High net worth divorce involving complex assets and business interests
- Legal separation
- Child custody and parenting plans
- Child support, including initial orders, enforcement, and modifications
- Spousal support(alimony)
- Property division, including community property and business valuation issues
- Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
- Divorce mediation
- Domestic violence restraining orders
- Paternity and Parentage actions
- Modification of existing orders
Each of these areas is covered in detail on the firm’s Los Angeles family law practice pages. The overview here is designed to help you understand the firm’s scope and approach as a Beverly Hills family law practice.
Beverly Hills is a small city by area and population, but a significant one for family law. Cases here are governed by the California Family Code and heard through the Los Angeles County Superior Court family law divisions. A few figures worth noting:
- Beverly Hills has roughly 32,000 residents, with a median household income well above the California and national medians.
- The median single-family home value in the 90210 ZIP code routinely exceeds four million dollars, with substantial variation across neighborhoods.
- Beverly Hills residents are concentrated in industries (entertainment, finance, professional services, and business ownership) where equity compensation, deferred compensation, and closely held interests are common.
- Family law cases filed in Beverly Hills are generally heard at the Stanley Mosk Courthouse and other Los Angeles County Superior Court family law divisions.
In practical terms, this means that even a relatively brief Beverly Hills marriage can involve assets, income structures, and tax considerations that require careful work. Generic family law forms and templates do not fit these cases well.
Beverly Hills divorce and family law cases call for representation that understands the local financial landscape, not boilerplate.
Call Duncan Family Law at (866) 447-4139 for a free consultation.
Direct Access to an Experienced Attorney
Beverly Hills clients work directly with Nicole Duncan. The same attorney who evaluates your case and develops the strategy is the attorney who negotiates with opposing counsel and appears in court. This structure is intentional: family law matters move better when one experienced lawyer holds the whole picture.
Preparation as the Foundation of Strategy
Most Beverly Hills family law matters settle, but only after both sides understand the realistic outcome at trial. The firm prepares every case as if it will be tried. That preparation gives clients meaningful leverage in mediation and settlement, and a credible path if litigation becomes necessary.
Discretion and Confidentiality
Privacy concerns are common among Beverly Hills clients. We are mindful of professional reputations, family relationships, and community visibility throughout the matter. Where appropriate, we use protective orders, structured settlements, and confidentiality provisions to limit unnecessary exposure.
Coordination With Financial and Tax Professionals
Beverly Hills cases frequently involve experienced CPAs, financial advisors, and business managers. Nicole’s training at the USC Marshall School of Business equips her to work effectively with these advisors and incorporate their input into the legal strategy.
Real Estate
A Beverly Hills primary residence is often the most valuable single asset in the marital estate. Add vacation properties, investment real estate, and ownership through LLCs or trusts, and the property analysis can quickly become the largest piece of the case.
Business Interests
Closely held businesses, professional practices, production companies, and management entities are common in Beverly Hills households. Valuation, control, and income allocation are all live issues, and they need to be addressed with both legal and financial rigor.
Equity Compensation
Restricted stock units, stock options, performance shares, and similar awards require careful allocation between community and separate property under California law. Both the grant documents and the timing of the work that earned the award matter.
Custody Schedules for High-Demand Careers
Many Beverly Hills parents have demanding schedules involving travel, production, or board work. Effective parenting plans account for those realities while protecting each parent’s relationship with the children and the children’s stability.
Confidential Family Dynamics
Public-facing families and households with longstanding household staff often have unique dynamics that affect both safety planning and the practical mechanics of separation. We approach these issues directly and discreetly.
When real estate, business interests, or equity compensation are part of a Beverly Hills divorce, the right Beverly Hills family law lawyer can help you address each issue in the right order.
Call Duncan Family Law at (866) 447-4139 for a free consultation.
About Attorney Nicole Duncan
Duncan Family Law is led by Nicole Duncan, a California family law attorney who founded the firm to provide focused, strategic representation in divorce and family law matters. Nicole represents Beverly Hills clients from the firm’s Beverly Hills office on Camden Drive and its Los Angeles office on West 3rd Street. Learn more about the firm.
Credentials
- California State Bar Number: 328341 (Active)
- Colorado State Bar Number: 54630 (Active)
- Juris Doctor (J.D.): Whittier Law School
- B.A.: University of Southern California, Marshall School of Business (Lloyd Greif Center for Entrepreneurial Studies)
- Certificate in International Law: King’s College London
- Admitted to practice: 2019
Professional Associations
- State Bar of California
- State Bar of Colorado
- American Bar Association
- Los Angeles County Bar Association
- Beverly Hills Bar Association
- Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
Nicole regularly appears before the Los Angeles County Superior Court, including the Stanley Mosk Courthouse and surrounding family law divisions. Her background in business and forensic-style financial analysis is especially useful in cases involving complex assets, business ownership, and high-value property division.
Duncan Family Law’s Beverly Hills office is centrally located on Camden Drive, a short walk from the Beverly Hills business district and city services. Consultations are available by appointment only.
Beverly Hills Areas We Serve
From the Camden Drive office, the firm represents clients across Beverly Hills and the surrounding Westside, including the 90210, 90211, and 90212 ZIP codes, the Beverly Hills Flats, Trousdale Estates, Beverly Hills Post Office (BHPO), and the neighborhoods north and south of Sunset Boulevard.
We also represent clients in adjacent communities including Holmby Hills, Bel Air, Westwood, Brentwood, Century City, West Hollywood, and Beverlywood. Family law cases for these areas are generally heard at the Stanley Mosk Courthouse and other Los Angeles County Superior Court family law divisions.
What to Expect at Your Consultation
A confidential consultation in a Beverly Hills family law matter is structured to give you a clear picture quickly. We listen to the facts of your situation, explain how California family law applies, and outline the realistic range of outcomes and next steps.
There is no obligation to retain the firm afterward. Be prepared with a general summary of assets and income, key dates including marriage and separation, information about any children and existing arrangements, and digital copies of any existing court orders or correspondence from opposing counsel.
Duncan Family Law, Beverly Hills Office
468 N Camden Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Phone: (855) 369-9993
Duncan Family Law, Los Angeles Office
8075 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90048
To meet with Beverly Hills family law attorney Nicole Duncan at the Camden Drive office or at the firm’s Los Angeles location, request a consultation today.
Call Duncan Family Law at (855) 369-9993 for a free consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions for Beverly Hills Clients
Can I file my divorce in Beverly Hills?
Divorce filings for Beverly Hills residents go through the Los Angeles County Superior Court. Your case will likely be assigned to the Stanley Mosk Courthouse or another local family law division. California requires six months of state residency and three months of county residency before filing for divorce.
Is California a community property state?
Yes. Assets and debts acquired during the marriage are generally treated as community property and divided equally. Separate property (including most premarital assets and inheritances) remains with the original owner. Classification of specific assets often requires detailed legal and financial review.
How are high-value homes handled in a Beverly Hills divorce?
Options typically include selling the property and dividing the proceeds, one spouse buying out the other’s interest, or a deferred sale tied to specific events (such as a child reaching adulthood). The right approach depends on the family’s circumstances and the broader settlement.
Will my divorce records be public?
California family court filings are generally public records, but there are practical steps that can limit exposure. Settlement agreements can incorporate detail without placing it on the public docket, and protective orders may be appropriate in specific situations.
What if my spouse and I want to mediate?
Mediation is often a strong option for Beverly Hills couples who can work together. We represent clients in mediation, advise them between sessions, and prepare enforceable settlement agreements once consensus is reached. Mediation does not give up your right to consult an attorney.
What about prenuptial or postnuptial agreements?
California has specific procedural and substantive requirements for prenuptial and postnuptial agreements to be enforceable. The firm drafts and reviews these agreements with those requirements in mind, including independent counsel, financial disclosure, and timing rules.