Atty. Brian Cochran
Brian Cochran is a native San Diegan. He attended the University of California, San Diego, receiving a Bachelor’s Degree with a major in Sociology.Mr.
Divorce & More Attorney · Serving La Mesa, CA · 44+ Years Experience
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About Brian Cochran at a Glance
Brian Cochran is a Member based in La Mesa, California, practicing at Law Office of Brian Cochran. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, trusts, family law, and real estate. Admitted to practice in California (1982). Educated at Thomas Jefferson School of Law (J.D., 1981) and University of California at San Diego (B.A. Sociology, 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of San Diego Bar Association Los Angeles County Bar Association California State Bar Association San Diego Associations of Governments. Serves clients in La Mesa, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Brian Cochran
- Brian Cochran is a native San Diegan
- He attended the University of California, San Diego, receiving a Bachelor’s Degree with a major in Sociology.Mr
- Cochran attended Thomas Jefferson School of Law earning a Doctorate in Law in 1981
- From 1981 to June 1982, Mr. Cochran was a State Certified Law Clerk with the Law Office of Milch, Wolfsheimer and Wagner
- Upon being sworn in as a Member of the California State Bar Association, Mr. Cochran was hired as an Associate Attorney with Milch, Wolfsheimer and Wagner Mr. Cochran left the firm on October 1, 1985, opening his own Law Office, which is now located in La Mesa, CA
- Mr. Cochran has extensive experience in most areas of the Law
- He is a Certified Family Law Specialist, certified by the State Bar of California
- Such certification requires years of practice in a particular area of the law as well as numerous hours of special education and training
- In addition, each applicant must pass a peer review process, while being rated by members of both the Bar and the Bench
- Mr. Cochran also practices in Estate Planning, with an emphasis on writing Wills and Living Trusts for clients
- The use of a Living Trust can save a family literally thousands of dollars in attorney fees and probate costs, as well as streamlining the process of administering an estate at the death of a family member
- We generally prepare Durable Powers of Attorney, Health Care Directives, and all associated documents to make sure that your estate plans are carried out efficiently and discreetly
- In addition to the practice of Law, Mr. Cochran was a Member of the Lemon Grove City Council and the Mayor of Lemon Grove California
- He was also a Member of both the Board of Directors and the Executive Board of the San Diego Associations of Governments
- He was the Vice Chairman of the San Diego Solid Waste Commission and the Chairman Regional Wastewater District
- He thus has a comprehensive background in Municipal Law and Land Use Planning
- Certified Legal Specialties • Certified Family Law Specialist, State Bar of California Honors and Awards • Mayor of Lemon Grove California Past Employment Positions • Law Office of Milch, Wolfsheimer and Wagner, Law Clerk, 1981 – 1982 • Milch, Wolfsheimer and Wagner, Associate Attorney Pro Bono Activities • Lemon Grove City Council, Member • San Diego Solid Waste Commission, Vice Chairman • Chairman Regional Wastewater District Professional Associations and Memberships • San Diego Bar Association, Member, June 16, 1982 – Present • Los Angeles County Bar Association, Member, July 1, 1998 – Present • California State Bar Association, Member • San Diego Associations of Governments, Member of Board of Directors and the Executive Board
Practice Areas Explained
Brian Cochran's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian Cochran handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in La Mesa.
Divorce in La Mesa
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Child Custody & Visitation in La Mesa
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Trusts in La Mesa
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Family Law in La Mesa
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Real Estate Law in La Mesa
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in La Mesa
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in La Mesa are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
La Mesa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a La Mesa-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in La Mesa Choose Brian Cochran
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Brian Cochran's practice in the field of divorce, child custody, trusts, family law, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Brian Cochran brings 44+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, child custody, and trusts, Brian Cochran can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in La Mesa
A La Mesa-based practice means Brian Cochran attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Brian Cochran Handles in La Mesa
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