Larry is a family law specialist, certified by the California Board of Legal Specialization, with the highest rating by Martindale-Hubbell as AV-Preeminent. He has practiced family law exclusively since 1975, and was certified as a specialist at the beginning of the certification program in 1980. In addition to family law, Larry has had successful trials in San Francisco and Monterey involving damages to real and personal property. He has also litigated securities actions and estate proceedings. Larry has experience across the entire range of family law matters, including prenuptial agreements, child custody, and family law matters involving jurisdictional, bankruptcy, immigration, and tax issues. Larry was born in Reno, Nevada October 23, 1941, attended Reno High School (winning honors in debating and the state championship in extemporaneous speaking), and then attended Northwestern University where he was on the Inter Fraternity Council and acted as its Student Senate Representative and earned a B.A in Philosophy. He attended Hastings College of Law, was on the Moot Court Board, and graduated with a J.D in 1967. He then attended New York University, and earned an LL.M in Corporation Law. After returning to San Francisco, Larry became a partner in Cushing, Cullinan, Hancock and Rothert, before beginning his own law practice in family law. Larry's experience in family law grew with its evolution into one of the most complex, demanding areas of law practice. As part of this expanded range of experience, Larry became interested in the relationship between the management of complex family law issues of a more personal nature, particularly those involving child custody, and began to include a practice of regular consultation with therapists as a way to obtain better understanding of issue management in especially difficult situations. With his wife, Jan C. Thorpe, PhD, and Ron Grassi, now retired, Larry conducted a successful series of continuing education programs in San Francisco designed to expand the family law practitioner's use of consulting therapists to bring greater insight into family law issues, particularly in child custody cases. Larry continues to be fascinated with the variety and complexity of family law cases and derives great satisfaction in solving problems and bringing cases to a settled conclusion without litigation, if possible. It has been particularly rewarding for Larry to be able to practice family law with his sons, his daughter in law and his wife, who acts as a consultant, to whom Larry gives primary credit for engineering such a successful marriage of work and family life. Larry has been active in local community affairs, and is the past President of the Kensington Improvement Council. He is currently on the board of Directors of the Pacific Chamber Symphony (www.pacificchambersymphony.org).

My mission objective is to find a practical approach to either settle a family law case or when necessary take the best approach to litigation as a last resort. Most clients are unfamiliar with their rights and duties under the law. A misstep can bring a disastrous result leading to the loss of child custody, spousal support, or even property rights. In my 31 years of experience in Family Law, I have negotiated and litigated child custody, visitation, child support, spousal support, family maintenance, complex property and debt, move-away cases, and much more. The practice of Family Law is such a fluid area of the law that we must keep abreast of the ever-changing rules and procedures affecting our clients. My effort is to get the most reasonable outcome at the lowest possible cost to the client by advising the client of all the known available options then apply the best approach to optimize the results. Past-President of East/West Family Law Council which premieres cutting-edge seminars which includes sitting and retired judicial officers, forensic psychologists, accountants, and prestigious expert presenters give meaningful MCLE approved Programs. I continue to sit as an active member of the Board of Directors.

David A. Schechet is a client-first attorney with more than 35 years of legal experience. Knowledgeable in many areas of law, Attorney Schechet concentrates his practice on a variety of different matters, including estate planning and probate, estate administration, business disputes, mediation and arbitration, and real estate transactions. Located in Los Angeles, CA, Attorney Schechet represents individuals, families, and businesses throughout the state of California. To schedule a free consultation with Attorney Schechet, visit his website or call 800-282-4731.

In practice for over 30 years, Ara Aghishian is one of the top property insurance lawyers. He is the founder and principal attorney of the California-based Law Offices of Ara Aghishian. A true family man who also enjoys golf and travel, Aghishian is dedicated to serving and protecting what he knows to be important. To him, a home is more than a building, it is the foundation for all well-being and space to share time with family and friends. Aghishian’s passion and expertise in property law began prior to earning his Juris Doctorate. He worked as an insurance adjuster and investigator for two years while actively pursuing his law degree at California’s Glendale University College of Law. His in-depth experience and appreciation for the state of California make him uniquely qualified to advocate for the property and insurance rights of his fellow Californians. In addition to his dedication and devotion to his clients' legal needs, Ara believes strongly in making a difference through volunteer service and philanthropy. To this end, Aghishian has previously served as a volunteer Judge Pro Tem with the Los Angeles Superior Court, has served as an Arbitrator and Mediator for the benefit of the Court system and the public at large, and has received many Awards in recognition of his volunteer services to the legal community. Also, Ara has received many Awards and Certificates of Recognition from Local, State, and other Officials for his philanthropic services to the Armenian and other local communities. His passion to aid and assist others in need has been and continues to be Ara's foremost goal both in his professional and personal life.

Ms. Swan has been licensed to practice in the state of California since 2001 and helps people with Divorce & Family and Criminal law matters.

With over 35 years of legal experience, Attorney John W. Thornton has represented individuals accused of everything from DUI to homicide. There is truly no criminal case for which he is not prepared. To schedule a free consultation with an aggressive Santa Cruz Criminal Defense Attorney, call 831-426-5800.

Casey A. Reeves comes to Garwood Attorneys with vast experience in litigation, discovery, and evidence. Having graduated near the top of his classes in these areas, Mr. Reeves went on to work in high stakes cases dealing with complex business and valuation issues. Mr. Reeves prides himself on his commitment to an open line of communication with his clients and recognizes the need to keep clients fully informed of all aspects of their case. When requested, Mr. Reeves takes an information-gathering approach to the area of family law and uses the discovery process to fully vet all issues in a case. His love of the mediation process has enabled him to think outside the box when structuring settlements that benefit the law firms clients beyond measure. Mr. Reeves believes that the art of structuring the Marital Settlement Agreement and the subtleties associated with all that encompasses allows his clients to feel confident when walking into their new life. Mr. Reeves has the distinct honor of being a San Diego native. He attended San Diego State University for his undergraduate degree and was the third in his immediate family to attend California Western School of Law.

Emma Magidson Slattery brings over twelve years of family law experience to Garwood Attorneys. Emma has successfully litigated countless cases in all aspects of family law, including custody and visitation, move-away orders, child and spousal support, high-income wage earners, jurisdictional issues, income imputation, the division of community property, division of stock options, and reimbursement claims (among others). Emma brings a unique perspective to Garwood Attorneys. Emma comes to our firm after having the privilege of spending ten years as a stay at home mom raising three children. While Emma cherished her time with family, she is excited to return to family law where her understanding and compassion for the family law litigant is indisputable. In her twelve years of family law practice, Emma was truly adored by her clients. Emma provides her clients with a knowledgeable and sympathetic ear to guide them through the difficult divorce process. Emma joins the prestigious Garwood Attorneys as our Client Concierge Attorney. In this position, Emma welcomes prospective new clients to the firm, learns their individual case needs, then pairs each client with the Garwood attorney best suited to their unique case. Emma remains available throughout each case to assist each client. Contact Emma Magidson Slattery today, and see how Garwood Attorneys can help you.

Anthony Tall is a practicing lawyer in the state of California. Attorney Tall received his J.D. from the Thomas Jefferson School of Law.

Anthony Abbott founded the Law Office of Anthony Abbott as a legal option for the people of California. Attorney Abbott has represented people in hundreds of different matters throughout the state and has the experience to take on the toughest cases. Personal injury, divorce and real estate are just a few of the legal matters handled, but the issue is always secondary to the client. We are committed to our clients’ goals as the target for a successful outcome. Clients continue to recommend Attorney Abbott because: Anthony Abbott has been a Judge Pro-Tem in the Superior Court, Municipal Court, Mediator, Arbitrator, Judge Pro-Tem Workers’ Compensation. Anthony Abbott has been employed by several huge insurance companies – he knows what they will do to you because he did it. The Law Office of Anthony Abbott cares about our clients, and we do not hesitate to push our opponents exceedingly hard to obtain favorable outcomes for our clients.