GRIFFITH YOUNG
FAMILY AND DIVORCE
LAW FIRM
Guiding You to a New Beginning
There are two types of lawyers; those who want to help their clients and those who want to help themselves. Our attorneys are passionate and dedicated to helping clients transition into the next phase of their lives.
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CARLSBAD DIVORCE ATTORNEYS
Compassionate Family Law
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in San Diego County
Our divorce lawyers in Carlsbad are here to assure you that you will not have to endure this experience on your own.
Even in the best of circumstances, divorce is a difficult, emotional, and life-changing event. When confronting the end of a marriage, you will likely battle emotions of guilt, anger, loneliness, and/or sadness, and the idea of executing the divorce process amid such emotions can be overwhelming, to say the least.
GRIFFITH YOUNG
Partners John Griffith and Catie Young founded Griffith Young in 2012 with the mission of building a family law firm focused on client care and practical solutions. Since founding Griffith Young, John and Catie have cultivated a reputation for honesty, hard work, and client-centered, results-driven advocacy. Both, John and Catie became certified specialists in family law early on, and are recognized as such by the California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization. When you become a client of Griffith Young, you gain access to a wealth of experience, and a team of hard-working, energetic attorneys who strive to protect and serve the valuable interests of their clients.
Every one of our team members got into the business for the same reason:
To Help People.
As your divorce team, it is our job to ensure that you take the appropriate steps to secure a comfortable future for yourself and your family, both financially and emotionally. To that end, we offer expert family law services in San Diego backed by the experience of an entire team of talented, innovative legal professionals who are eager to help you come out on the other side feeling confident about the future ahead.
We thrive on taking the cases that other divorce firms won’t and achieving results that help you feel settled in the new life ahead of you.
Compassionate in our approach and decisive in our strategy, our Carlsbad divorce lawyers develop strong cases that help our clients establish a firm footing on which to begin their new lives.
We are more than ready to do the same for you.
How
Griffith Young
Can Help You
Our divorce attorneys in Carlsbad are here to help you through the entire San Diego divorce process, from the initial filing to mediation to negotiating child custody and spousal support.
The strategic case trajectory we use at Griffith Young is designed to give you the best chance at success, at the most reasonable cost available. Led by an experienced family law lawyer, our team will start by discussing your specific goals, identifying the outcomes most important to you in the process, and then taking the necessary steps to protect your rights and best interests at every stage of the process.
Learn more about our approach to divorce and family law, particularly as it applies to your situation. Contact a family law attorney via our contact form or by calling 858-345-1720 today! We serve all of San Diego from our office in Carlsbad.
Providing Calm Through the Legal Storm
Family law issues are tough for everyone involved. Our goal is to provide you with a fresh perspective and a smooth transition into the next phase of your life.
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“She doesn’t back down from anyone. It was the best decision I’ve made yet and hopefully, it will be yours too.”
– Ian R.
“Easy to work with, forthcoming about the process, set realistic expectations, and always kept cost in mind.”
– Jennifer P.
“The Griffith Young team is always prompt at returning calls & emails. From personal experience, I can tell you that they will not step away from your case until it’s finished.”
– Kelsey L.
“Griffith Young has been an extraordinary support and backing in my divorce. Being a male in the military, the process for divorce and custody is difficult. Griffith Young was extremely helpful, and I was able to full custody of my children. That alone is such a monumental feat.”
– Frankie S.
“I hate seeing anyone go through custody battles but if you’re in that situation and need someone who is trustworthy and great at what they do, then I swear this is the place to get the help!”
– Emily B.
“No matter who I corresponded with they were always knowledgeable of my case and quick to respond.”
– Kimberley F.
“Compassionate and kind, however, he will fight for you and your best interests. He is calm and calculated and extremely smart.”
– Ann M.
“She and her team were extremely compassionate, sensitive with me while concurrently advocating strongly on my behalf.”
– Jeremy R.
FAMILY AND DIVORCE LAW FIRM
Why Griffith Young?
Turn to a Team that Does It Best
01
We’re Leaders
in Our Field
From case planning to preparation, to superior courtroom presence, our clients can be sure that they will walk into the Courtroom prepared and with the best chance of success.
02
Client-Centered
& Results Oriented
Our representation is tailored to the unique circumstances of each client. We deploy the Griffith Young strategic case trajectory dynamic to ensure the best chance at success at the most reasonable cost.
03
Brilliant,
Hard-Working & Honest
We don’t believe in wasting our client’s time and money. Helping people is what drives us to excel at our craft. We first identify the goals and interests of each client, and we then develop an efficient and effective case plan aimed at achieving those goals.
04
Responsible & Ethical
Practices
We believe in a responsible and ethical practice and stick to our values regardless of the situation. We’re transparent and don’t just tell our clients what they want to hear, unless it’s what we believe, even if it may deter them from moving forward. We stand by our team’s expertise and will always be upfront and honest with our clients.
HONEST. FEARLESS. BOLD.
Meet
Our Team
John N. Griffith
John N. Griffith, Esq., CFLS
Partner
John Griffith has practiced exclusively in the area of family law since 2009. John is a Certified Family Law Specialist certified as an expert in the area of family law by the California Board of Legal Specialization. Prior to opening Griffith Young, he worked as the managing partner of one of the largest family law firms in North County San Diego.
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Our Team
Catie E. Young
Catie E. Young, Esq., CFLS
Partner
Catie E. Young excels in child custody cases and move-away trials. She has a unique approach to child custody cases and clients of Griffith, Young & Lass tend to gravitate toward her in these cases. Since joining the firm, she has continuously brought her zeal and compassion to representing clients in child custody and domestic violence cases, and in December 2011, she became a partner at Griffith, Young & Lass.
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Our Team
Noelle J. Slattery
Noelle J. Slattery, Esq.
Associate
Noelle J. Slattery, Esq. has a bachelor’s degree in Performing Arts/Acting from Emerson College in Boston and a Juris Doctor from the University of San Diego School of Law in San Diego, California.
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Eric Cowdery
Eric Cowdery, Esq.
Associate
Eric Cowdery earned his bachelor’s and Master’s degrees before earning his JD from Golden Gate University as part of the Honors Lawyering Program. He was admitted to the California Bar Association in 2013 and has been working diligently in the field ever since. Taking a personalized approach to each case, Eric Cowdery is committed to working with clients to help them through the often confusing and complex legal process of divorce.
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Joshua Yee
Joshua Yee, Esq.
Associate
Attorney Joshua Yee received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science, from the University of California, San Diego. Joshua went on to receive his Juris Doctor degree from University of San Francisco. His experience working with a local Certified Family Law Specialist solidified his desire to become a family law attorney. Since becoming an attorney, Josh has exclusively practiced in family law.
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Lea Trojanowski
Lea Trojanowski, Esq.
Associate
Lea Trojanowski is an attorney with Griffith, Young, and Lass, joining the firm in March 2021. Her pragmatic and level-headed approach to family law has allowed her to be successful in even the most emotional family law cases. Lea has effectively represented clients in a wide range of family law proceedings, but is particularly drawn to domestic violence restraining order cases.
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Greyson Sharp
Greyson Sharp, Esq.
Associate
Greyson Sharp received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications from California State University, Fresno. He also has a Juris Doctor from the Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego, California.
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Our Areas Of Practice
Divorce
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Divorce
Divorce in California can be a complicated process. It would be best to have a basic understanding of the law and process before jumping in.
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Family Law
While family law does have commonalities, few divorces are ever the same. Your situation will have unique details that can add to the complications of your case.
READ MOREMediation
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Mediation
Divorce can go one of two routes: mediation or litigation. Mediation, if successful, is generally exponentially cheaper and much faster than a litigated contested divorce.
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Agreements
Parties to a family law matter can proactively create an agreement in anticipation of future legal marital disputes or agreements concerning current legal marital disputes.
READ MOREEstate Planning
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Estate Planning
An estate plan makes the administration and distribution of your assets and property far easier for your surviving family after you pass.
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CERTIFIED FAMILY LAW SPECIALISTS
About Our Divorce and Family Law Services
Backed by decades of combined experience and talent, our divorce lawyers have experience with all types of family law cases and divorce arrangements. Our practice areas include but are not limited to:
- High asset divorce
- Domestic violence & emergency restraining orders
- Fighting for fathers’ rights & the rights of non-custodial parents
- Grandparents’ rights and granting temporary parental custody (ex parte) in emergencies
- Divorces affected by immigration, prenuptial agreements, and property settlement claims
For your convenience, we offer after-hours and weekend appointments as needed. In some cases, we can even accommodate same-day appointments and payment plans for those whose situations warrant it. As we said earlier, you are our priority, and we will make ourselves available to help whenever an issue arises that requires immediate attention.
During your initial consultation, your family law attorney will explain the details of the California divorce process and help you prepare for your upcoming case. We will, of course, negotiate for a settlement but will be prepared to go to trial if necessary.
At GY, we are committed to conducting our legal practice responsibly and ethically. Our services are trustworthy and our attorneys are upstanding –
we wouldn’t have it any other way.
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