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Oxnard Divorce Attorneys Guiding You Through Difficult Times

Oxnard Divorce Attorneys 
Providing Comprehensive and Compassionate Divorce Services

At SANTO MEHAS, A Professional Law Corporation, we are committed to achieving the most favorable divorce outcome for every client we serve. Backed by over 70 years of legal experience, we offer a wide range of divorce options to ensure we can best cater to our clients’ goals.

Our Oxnard divorce attorneys have the knowledge, experience, and skills to handle all aspects of your divorce, whether you take an amicable or adversarial approach.

Litigated Divorce Services

While an amicable divorce approach works for some couples, it is not the best option for everyone. At times, a litigated divorce is the only option. As these types of divorces can quickly get contentious, it is important to consult with an experienced divorce attorney who will fight to protect your interests.

With over 70 years of experience, our Oxnard divorce attorneys are dedicated to helping you navigate the process of a litigated divorce.

Mediation Services

At SANTO MEHAS, A Professional Law Corporation, we also offer mediation services led by attorney Donna Carol Santo, a certified specialist, Family Law California Board of Legal Specialization, and certified mediator through the Institute for Dispute Resolution, Pepperdine University School of Law.

Known as a form of alternative dispute resolution, divorce mediation is led by a neutral, third-party individual who helps you and your spouse come to an agreement regarding any issues you have about spousal support, child custody, and more.

Why You Need an Attorney to File for Divorce

If you are seeking a divorce, you might be wondering if you can file for divorce on your own. Here are some reasons why you should hire an attorney to represent your interests in a divorce:

Secure legal advice from a seasoned attorney

An experienced attorney will explain what your rights are while you go through the divorce process and make sure that your interests are protected throughout. Your attorney will also be able to help you file the correct paperwork, make sure you receive the best settlement possible, and can litigate on your behalf if your spouse refuses to come to a divorce agreement with you.

Reduce stress

Divorce is a stressful time for everyone involved. It is a time commitment and can take an emotional toll on both spouses. A divorce attorney can handle the logistics and paperwork for you so that you can focus more on taking care of yourself and your family.

Avoid making costly mistakes

As the legal system is complex, it is easy to make a mistake as you file for divorce. Making a small mistake could negatively affect the outcome of your divorce. By hiring an attorney, you can rest assured that your case will be properly handled and that you will avoid costly mistakes.

Put a Trusted Attorney on Your Side

Contact us online or call us at (805) 222-7818 to schedule a consultation to discuss your divorce case.

An Emphasis on Strong Family Values

Our firm places a strong emphasis on the importance of family values. The balance between maintaining these family values and generating a better future for you and your family is one we strive to achieve with each case. Our values consist of:
  • Holistic Approach

    We aim to resolve conflict so you and your family can move on peacefully. We approach all aspects of a case, including the emotional, financial, and mental components, and advocate with you throughout.

  • Collaboration

    Collaborative divorce can be a great option for spouses looking to share joint custody of their child/children and the court looks favorably on this decision. When possible, we strive to come to a resolution that will benefit both spouses.

  • Children Come First

    We respect the fact that our clients trust us with important life-decisions. We strive to be as understanding and empathetic as we can with you and treat you like we would treat a close family member.

  • Compassionate Legal Services

    We respect the fact that our clients trust us with important life-decisions. We strive to be as understanding and empathetic as we can with you and treat you like we would treat a close family member.

Our Satisfied Clients

Real Stories from Real People
  • “There is no other choice than Michael and Donna!”
    “There is no other choice than Michael and Donna!”
    - Gina G.
  • “Donna is a fantastic attorney!”

    Can’t get a better attorney than Donna Santo. Donna is a fantastic attorney! She was able to comprehend the complications associated with nasty child custody problems and bitter divorce disputes. Donna and her staff were and continue to be extremely caring and empathetic to my family’s needs. I hold Donna with the utmost respect and recommend her to anybody who needs a knowledgeable and savvy attorney.

    - Eduardo
  • “I highly recommend Donna Santo and the Santo Mehas law firm.”
    “I highly recommend Donna Santo and the Santo Mehas law firm.”
    - John J.
  • “Michael & Donna EXCEEDED my expectations”
    “Michael & Donna ! Where do I begin! ?? You two are VERY SPECIAL HUMAN BEINGS ? I Can't thank you enough for the UNBELIEVABLE support & services I have received from your office. I was in a VERY tough place in the situation I was unfortunately, unex”
    - Alyssa S.
  • “Donna Santo is a very professional lawyer”

    Donna Santo is a very professional lawyer, along with a very professional staff. I was searching for a lawyer familiar with military law, and Donna was the top of the search!! I needed a divorce attorney, and she has amazing military knowledge. She kept me up to date on everything and if I did not understand something she was very patient and explained in detail, until I completely understood the situation. When it came down to spousal support, a lump sum was not satisfactory, and Donna "fought" for me until I was awarded a lump sum and full monthly spousal support (we did not have children) and now I am able to live comfortably without worrying if I am going to make ends meet. If you need a professional lawyer, whether or not you need military law, consider Donna Santo, you will definitely NOT be disappointed!!

    - Kathy
  • “Donna is amazing! Very supportive, quick with response and willing to fight for you.”
    Donna is amazing! Very supportive, quick with response and willing to fight for you. She made my proceedings go so smoothly, provided all information and options I needed to decide what was best for me, and is there if I'm in need of any other information. Highly recommend!
    - Anonymous
  • “Donna, through her vast experience, was able to give me my financial life back and has made it possible for me to plan for my future.”

    Great family law attorney. I consulted with Donna Santo regarding my complex family law case and was immediately impressed with her professionalism, knowledge and experience. Throughout my case I was given status updates and was able to pick up the phone and contact Donna. I never felt lost during the process. Donna was able to answer all of my questions and respond to all of my concerns. My ex wife went through several attorneys and even was self-represented for a while. Through all of this, Donna stayed the course, went to trial and we prevailed on all issues.

    Because of Donna’s ability to understand real property laws, ours was in another country, complex income tax issues, self-employment and corporation income components, breach of fiduciary duty in my case, we were able to present our well-prepared case to the court.

    Donna, through her vast experience, was able to give me my financial life back and has made it possible for me to plan for my future.

    Needless to say I am pleased with the outcome in my case and highly recommend Donna, and her helpful staff, to anyone needing a professional Family Law attorney in Ventura County.

    - Dan
  • “The divorce was finalized with agreeable terms. I am so glad to get this difficult time settled and behind us.”

    My son was filing for divorce and he had child custody problems. The divorce was contentious and we hired Donna Santo because she is well known for handling these types of difficult situations. She was very easy to work with and was able to do most of the family law work via phone or e-mail. The divorce was finalized with agreeable terms. I am so glad to get this difficult time settled and behind us, and we have a great relationship with our grandchild.

    - Rhonda A.