David Gonzalez, Alimony Attorney in Santa Ana, California
Over 29 years of legal practice · focused on Alimony, Child Custody, and Child Support
MemberatThe Gonzalez Law Firm
Santa Ana, CA
Practicing alimony in Santa Ana since 1997.
- 29+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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David Gonzalez is a member based in Santa Ana, CA. The practice focuses on Alimony, Child Custody, and Child Support. David has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Gonzalez Law Firm.
- Based in
- Santa Ana, CA
- Experience
- over 29 years
- Known for
- Alimony · Child Custody · Child Support
- Handles Alimony, Child Custody, and Child Support matters from Santa Ana, CA.
- Over 29 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About David Gonzalez: David Gonzalez is a member based in Santa Ana, CA. The practice focuses on Alimony, Child Custody, and Child Support. David has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Gonzalez Law Firm.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by David Gonzalez
David concentrates on alimony, child custody, child support, divorce, and family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Alimony
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Child Custody
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Child Support
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Divorce
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Family Law
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Alimony cases in Santa Ana, California
David takes alimony matters in Santa Ana, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Child Custody cases in Santa Ana, California
David takes child custody matters in Santa Ana, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Child Support cases in Santa Ana, California
David takes child support matters in Santa Ana, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Divorce cases in Santa Ana, California
David takes divorce matters in Santa Ana, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Santa Ana, California
David takes family law matters in Santa Ana, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Biography
About David Gonzalez — Over 29 years of California alimony experience
David Gonzalez is a member based in Santa Ana, CA. The practice focuses on Alimony, Child Custody, and Child Support. David has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Gonzalez Law Firm.
David Gonzalez is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, child support and 2 other areas of law. David received a degree from Simon Greenleaf Southwestern Law School, Anaheim CA, and has been licensed for 29 years. David practices at The Gonzalez Law Firm in Santa Ana, CA.
How David handles alimony matters
David Gonzalez is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, child support and 2 other areas of law. David received a degree from Simon Greenleaf Southwestern Law School, Anaheim CA, and has been licensed for 29 years. David practices at The Gonzalez Law Firm in Santa Ana, CA.
The kind of cases David takes
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for alimony, child custody, and child support matters in Santa Ana and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
David Gonzalez's legal education and bar admissions
Trinity Law School of Trinity International University Class of 1996
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Simon Greenleaf Southwestern Law School, Anaheim CA Whittier College
B.A. · 1985
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
California
1997 · ACTIVE
David studied at — in Trinity Law School of Trinity International University Class of 1996 and B.A. in Simon Greenleaf Southwestern Law School, Anaheim CA Whittier College.
Law school and academic background
David completed — in Trinity Law School of Trinity International University Class of 1996 and B.A. in Simon Greenleaf Southwestern Law School, Anaheim CA Whittier College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
David Gonzalez's office in Santa Ana
David's primary office is at 2112 N. Main St., Ste. 285, Santa Ana, CA, 92706. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire David Gonzalez — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new alimony attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a alimony attorney in Santa Ana, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many alimony matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for David
David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in alimony practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every alimony matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many alimony practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David Gonzalez
How much does it cost to hire David for a alimony case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some alimony attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do alimony cases in California typically take?
Simple alimony matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Santa Ana?
David is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with David?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new alimony clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Alimony attorneys serving Santa Ana, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
David handles alimony matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified alimony attorneys in that community.
- Santa Ana2,640 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
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