Atty. Patrick DeCarolis, Jr.
Patrick DeCarolis, Jr. is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Patrick, who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2008.
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Patrick DeCarolis, Jr. is a family law attorney based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Decarolis Family Law Group Apc. Educated at Whittier College (—, 1978). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Child Custody (2026). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Patrick DeCarolis, Jr. is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law
- Patrick, who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2008
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Patrick is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick DeCarolis, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Why local counsel matters in California
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 Los Angeles 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 andnue, 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.
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