Barry Philip Goldstock
Santa Ana, CA
Licensed for 53 years
Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
Divorce and Family
Language
English
About
I began private practice following law school (UCLA School of Law, 1967) and a one-year judicial clerkship. I handled my first divorce case in October, 1969, just before California divorce law changed completely in January, 1970. My practice and the new law evolved together. From 1992 to 2020, I was certified by the California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization as a Family Law Specialist and since 1992 I have limited my practice to family law matters only. I have received recognition from legal publications as an outstanding lawyer, and I am rated "AV Preeminent 5 out of 5" by Martindale-Hubbell, the most respected rating service. I belong to professional groups which concentrate on family law issues, and I keep up with new cases and new developments in my field. Clients say I listen carefully and try hard to solve problems, not create them. I still enjoy what I do. After many years and thousands of cases, I now practice part-time and no longer go to court. I focus on two family-law areas: preparing marital-related agreements, like prenuptial, postnuptial, and marital-settlement agreements; and mediation, where my lengthy experience and mediation training is useful in helping parties to work out divorce issues in a business-like manner, outside of court, so we can hold the financial and emotional costs to a minimum. In those cases where court cannot be avoided, I work with other attorneys. My wife and I have many interests, but we particularly enjoy traveling and spending time with friends and our children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Practices Areas
Family
Language
English
Contact
Reviews
Barry is a compassionate person and a very knowledgeable attorney. He worked diligently on my case and helped keep my mind at ease during an extremely stressful time in my life. I am so appreciative to have Barry as my attorney. I highly recommend Barry for your legal family needs!
I used Barry Goldstock when I was having a very serious family law issue, his insight was useful and helped me out greatly in my time of need. My case was not a pleasant one, but he kept me on track with the procedures and personally focused on not making any big mistakes I might have made, as personally I was not well prepared for a court case. I would recommend him for anyone looking for a new family law attorney or if you need a consultation about your case.
Barry is an excellent divorce mediator. Me ex-wife and I were grateful for his service. He knows the law, sticks to the facts, and stays extremely even-keeled. His demeanor how he delivers information inspires calm, rational thought between the divorcing couple.
I hired Barry to represent me in a divorce that was contentious and difficult. He was able to provide sage legal advice based on his extensive experience and brought a calming influence to a tumultuous ordeal. Barry is also efficient and does not over-bill for the services he provides. Without hesitation, I would highly recommend Barry to anyone in need of a family law attorney.
Hi Barry helped me with my divorce and help me get full custody of my daughter. He is always been very supportive and friendly. I would highly recommend Barry and have to friends .
Barry is a compassionate person and a very knowledgeable attorney. He worked diligently on my case and helped keep my mind at ease during an extremely stressful time in my life. I am so appreciative to have Barry as my attorney. I highly recommend Barry for your legal family needs!
I used Barry Goldstock when I was having a very serious family law issue, his insight was useful and helped me out greatly in my time of need. My case was not a pleasant one, but he kept me on track with the procedures and personally focused on not making any big mistakes I might have made, as personally I was not well prepared for a court case. I would recommend him for anyone looking for a new family law attorney or if you need a consultation about your case.
Barry is an excellent divorce mediator. Me ex-wife and I were grateful for his service. He knows the law, sticks to the facts, and stays extremely even-keeled. His demeanor how he delivers information inspires calm, rational thought between the divorcing couple.
I hired Barry to represent me in a divorce that was contentious and difficult. He was able to provide sage legal advice based on his extensive experience and brought a calming influence to a tumultuous ordeal. Barry is also efficient and does not over-bill for the services he provides. Without hesitation, I would highly recommend Barry to anyone in need of a family law attorney.
Hi Barry helped me with my divorce and help me get full custody of my daughter. He is always been very supportive and friendly. I would highly recommend Barry and have to friends .