Law Office of Patricia Van Haren
Divorce without Destruction Family Law Practice Specializing in the "Delivery of Creative Solutions" Our goal is to provide you with: Quality Service, Dedicated Staff & Exceptional Attorney Representation.
Law Office of Patricia Van Haren
Divorce without Destruction Family Law Practice Specializing in the "Delivery of Creative Solutions" Our goal is to provide you with: Quality Service, Dedicated Staff & Exceptional Attorney Representation.
The Law Office of Patricia C. Van Haren solely practices Family Law and was established in 2011. The practice has grown exponentially with Ms. Van Haren's ability to utilize all of her skill sets from being a Paralegal for decades, gained knowledge as a Student in law school and finally to becoming a practicing Attorney in multiple counties. We have been able to develop a unique practice in family law that caters to individual needs of each client which then translates into long lasting relationships through the course of one's life.
The focus of her practice is to assist families in their life transitions and growth through the course of life. Our office prides itself on being able to establish personal connections with our clients. When working at law firms, Ms. Van Haren realized that very often the attorney knew little about the client or the family that they were working with. Ms. Van Haren wanted to practice differently. She understands that the key to being a trusted counselor and adviser and the key to achieving the clients objectives is to know the client on a personal level. Ms. Van Haren focuses solely on family law matters through mediation, collaborative divorce and other out of court resolutions.
- Family law ranging from prenuptial, mediation, paternity actions, divorces (mediation, collaborative law and uncontested divorces), military divorces, child custody & visitation, child and spousal support and property division.
Ms. Van Haren is also a member of Vesta, IACP, CP CAL and CDSOC and various bar associations and collaborative practice groups throughout Southern California.
Our main office is in Irvine and we have a satellite office in Torrance so that we can service all of Orange County and Los Angeles County.
Patricia Van Haren
19200 Von Karman Ave, Suite 400
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 891-0091
(949) 273-4141
No
Yes, on a case by case basis depending on the scope of work.
$495.00 - $650.00
Monday through Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Friday 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Yes
Family law ranging from prenuptial, mediation, paternity actions, divorces (contested and uncontested), military divorces, child custody & visitation, child and spousal support, property division, family law litigation, guardianship and adoptions.
Areas of Practice
FAMILY LAW
I represent both married and single individuals with family law related legal needs. This includes, but is not limited to, adoptions, prenuptial agreements, post-nuptial agreements, contested and uncontested divorces, child custody matters, paternity cases and child support modifications. With this experience, I have become comfortable with understanding intricacies of property arrangements, and the characterization of property as it relates to my clients situations and needs. Our office can help you with family law matters through litigation or mediation.
DIVORCE
Our office guides our clients through each step of the divorce process, including military divorces. We understand that no two marriages are the same, and therefore come up with a plan to meet the individual needs of each clients case. We strive to work with you to determine which issues can be resolved out of court, and which need to be brought in front of a judge. Our office can help guide you as you move forward towards the next chapter of your life.
CUSTODY
In matters where there is a dispute as to which parent will care for a child or children, we seek to assist our clients in achieving a parenting plan which will achieve our clients wishes and will be in the best interest of the children involved. We can provide you with support and guidance through your legal or physical custody case and assist you in making decisions that are right for you and your family.
PATERNITY
In cases where two parties are not married but have a child together, paternity must be established before making orders for custody. We can assist clients in obtaining a Judgment for Paternity and help establish orders for custody, visitation, and child support through the process of the paternity filing.
PRENUPTIAL/POSTNUPTIAL AGREEMENTS
Our office can help you protect your assets and avoid any future disagreement in regards to your finances, estate, or property. We can help with arranging either prenuptial or postnuptial agreements, and will work to ensure both parties are happy.
ADOPTIONS
Adopting a child is a joyous occasion, but can come with a myriad of legal matters that must be resolved. We will provide you guidance and work to make the growing of your family an exciting and painless event.
MEDIATION
Mediation is when two parties jointly hire a neutral third party to assist them in coming up with an amicable resolution to a divorce, custody, or support action, without needing to come in front of the courts. The key to a successful mediation is for each party to look for a solution or compromise for the family as a whole, rather than a victory over the other spouse, to which our office can help guide you.
MILITARY DIVORCE
Every marriage has its challenges, even more so when one party is in the military. Military couples experience unique difficulties in their relationships, and if the situation arises, in a military divorce. As a former Navy wife, I know the challenges of the process for a military divorce. All branches of the military fall under the jurisdiction of the Federal Government, making a military divorce different than a standard California process. We can assist clients during this difficult process, and any accompanying support and custody orders.
CONSERVATORSHIPS
Conservatorships can be appointed when an adult cannot fully care for themselves, whether because of age, disability, or an accident. Our office can help you with every step throughout the process of naming a conservator and aid you in deciding if a temporary, general, or limited conservatorship of the estate or of the person is the right choice in caring for your loved one.
SPECIAL NEEDS LIMITED CONSERVATORSHIPS
Parents of children with special needs are often not aware of the resources available to those children when they reach the age of legal adulthood. When a special needs child is unable to make medical and educational decisions for themselves, the parent may seek to remain the primary care giver and act as the conservator of their special needs adult child. I represent parents in all phases of a conservatorship matter so that they are able to continue to act as the guardian for their children into adulthood.
GUARDIANSHIPS
There are times that, for whatever reason, parents are unable to raise their children. This may be due to the death of the parents, drug addition, imprisonment, etc. In those circumstances, it is far better for the children to be cared for by a loving family member or close friends. We assist our clients in all aspects of guardianship matters, both opposed and unopposed.
CHILD SUPPORT
It is the requirement of both parties to provide for the support and maintenance for the minor children. We assist our clients in determining the appropriate amount of support payable by the high earner to the other parent.
SPOUSAL SUPPORT
Where one spouse has earned more income during the marriage, the Court may award spousal support [alimony] to the low earning spouse. There are numerous factors which go into the determination of a Spousal Support award.
Family law ranging from prenuptial, mediation, paternity actions, divorces (contested and uncontested), military divorces, child custody & visitation, child and spousal support, property division, family law litigation, guardianship and adoptions.
Areas of Practice
FAMILY LAW
I represent both married and single individuals with family law related legal needs. This includes, but is not limited to, adoptions, prenuptial agreements, post-nuptial agreements, contested and uncontested divorces, child custody matters, paternity cases and child support modifications. With this experience, I have become comfortable with understanding intricacies of property arrangements, and the characterization of property as it relates to my clients situations and needs. Our office can help you with family law matters through litigation or mediation.
DIVORCE
Our office guides our clients through each step of the divorce process, including military divorces. We understand that no two marriages are the same, and therefore come up with a plan to meet the individual needs of each clients case. We strive to work with you to determine which issues can be resolved out of court, and which need to be brought in front of a judge. Our office can help guide you as you move forward towards the next chapter of your life.
CUSTODY
In matters where there is a dispute as to which parent will care for a child or children, we seek to assist our clients in achieving a parenting plan which will achieve our clients wishes and will be in the best interest of the children involved. We can provide you with support and guidance through your legal or physical custody case and assist you in making decisions that are right for you and your family.
PATERNITY
In cases where two parties are not married but have a child together, paternity must be established before making orders for custody. We can assist clients in obtaining a Judgment for Paternity and help establish orders for custody, visitation, and child support through the process of the paternity filing.
PRENUPTIAL/POSTNUPTIAL AGREEMENTS
Our office can help you protect your assets and avoid any future disagreement in regards to your finances, estate, or property. We can help with arranging either prenuptial or postnuptial agreements, and will work to ensure both parties are happy.
ADOPTIONS
Adopting a child is a joyous occasion, but can come with a myriad of legal matters that must be resolved. We will provide you guidance and work to make the growing of your family an exciting and painless event.
MEDIATION
Mediation is when two parties jointly hire a neutral third party to assist them in coming up with an amicable resolution to a divorce, custody, or support action, without needing to come in front of the courts. The key to a successful mediation is for each party to look for a solution or compromise for the family as a whole, rather than a victory over the other spouse, to which our office can help guide you.
MILITARY DIVORCE
Every marriage has its challenges, even more so when one party is in the military. Military couples experience unique difficulties in their relationships, and if the situation arises, in a military divorce. As a former Navy wife, I know the challenges of the process for a military divorce. All branches of the military fall under the jurisdiction of the Federal Government, making a military divorce different than a standard California process. We can assist clients during this difficult process, and any accompanying support and custody orders.
CONSERVATORSHIPS
Conservatorships can be appointed when an adult cannot fully care for themselves, whether because of age, disability, or an accident. Our office can help you with every step throughout the process of naming a conservator and aid you in deciding if a temporary, general, or limited conservatorship of the estate or of the person is the right choice in caring for your loved one.
SPECIAL NEEDS LIMITED CONSERVATORSHIPS
Parents of children with special needs are often not aware of the resources available to those children when they reach the age of legal adulthood. When a special needs child is unable to make medical and educational decisions for themselves, the parent may seek to remain the primary care giver and act as the conservator of their special needs adult child. I represent parents in all phases of a conservatorship matter so that they are able to continue to act as the guardian for their children into adulthood.
GUARDIANSHIPS
There are times that, for whatever reason, parents are unable to raise their children. This may be due to the death of the parents, drug addition, imprisonment, etc. In those circumstances, it is far better for the children to be cared for by a loving family member or close friends. We assist our clients in all aspects of guardianship matters, both opposed and unopposed.
CHILD SUPPORT
It is the requirement of both parties to provide for the support and maintenance for the minor children. We assist our clients in determining the appropriate amount of support payable by the high earner to the other parent.
SPOUSAL SUPPORT
Where one spouse has earned more income during the marriage, the Court may award spousal support [alimony] to the low earning spouse. There are numerous factors which go into the determination of a Spousal Support award.
I have worked in the field of family law for approximately 30 years. I have also been through my own divorce. I have compassion for my clients and their children, and I am able to assist those who wish to have a smooth transition as well as fight for their rights. I have a great passion for family law and I feel that it provides me with an attorney to assist my clients through what will likely be the most difficult time of their life.
I believe that the role of an attorney is to be a counselor to their clients. I feel that a client should be informed and educated about all options available to them. I welcome questions from my clients and I am always happy to provide clients with knowledge of the legal issues which are relevant to their case.
I am open to bundled services. I am happy to review and aid clients in document preparation. While I was a paralegal, I often assisted parties in the preparation of their own documents.
I am willing to coach clients who wish to be self-represented. I am also open to a limited scope representation in certain circumstances.
Patricia C. Van Haren is a Collaborative Family Law Attorney and Mediator with over thirty years of experience in the legal field. Before becoming an attorney in 2011, she worked as a family law paralegal for approximately 20 years, assisting multiple attorneys and helping couples navigate uncontested divorces. Her extensive background in family law and her personal experience as a single mother and someone who has gone through divorce herself have shaped her approach to practice family law.
As a single parent who attended law school while raising her three children, Ms. Van Haren understands the impact of the divorce process on families. She believes in finding amicable solutions outside the courtroom, even in the most contentious cases.
After graduating from law school, Ms. Van Haren established her own practice with a focus on family law. Ms. Van Haren started her practice with a litigation model and resolved family law matters through litigation, collaborative divorce and mediation. Ms. Van Haren is a a co-parenting specialist and is on the court list for her work as Minor’s Counsel and Parenting Plan Coordinator. She believes that children should be in the center of all disputes between parents but never in the middle. . In 2021, Ms. Van Haren closed the litigation side of her practice and her firm solely handles family law cases through mediation and collaborative law. She takes pride in establishing personal connections with her clients, aiming to understand them and their families on a personal level. Unlike her experience in larger law firms, Ms. Van Haren believes that knowing the client deeply is crucial to being a trusted counselor and achieving their objectives.
Ms. Van Haren's sole focus is on family law matters, including prenuptial agreements, paternity actions, divorces, child custody and visitation, child and spousal support, and property division. She is a member of various bar associations in Southern California, the past president of Collaborative Divorce Solutions of Orange County, the Co-Chair of the Collaborative Practice California Celebration and in 2023, she earned the Eureka Award for her significant contribution to Collaborative Practice.
In addition to her legal practice, Ms. Van Haren is passionate about educating the public and providing resources for individuals seeking information about family law. She is the founder of Family Law University, a membership service that offers classes and workshops for families who are going through a family law dispute. She is also a member of Vesta Divorce and regularly holds workshops on various maters pertaining to divorce. In 2020, she published her first book, How to File and Survive a Divorce in California. In addition,, Ms. Van Haren regularly publishes blog articles, creates educational videos, hosts workshops, and has written several eBooks with the intention of informing and guiding people with questions about various aspects in family law.
Ms. Van Haren's office handles divorces, paternity cases, and custody matters through mediation and collaborative law. She has offices in Torrance and Irvine and serves clients throughout the state of California, particularly in Southern and Central Los Angeles County, as well as Orange County.
Bar Number: 276010
California, 2011
Abraham Lincoln University School of Law
Juris Doctorate, 2010
American Intercontinental University
Bachelor of Sciences, 2006
Marymount College
Associate Degree, 1992
Patricia C. Van Haren is a Collaborative Family Law Attorney and Mediator with over thirty years of experience in the legal field. Before becoming an attorney in 2011, she worked as a family law paralegal for approximately 20 years, assisting multiple attorneys and helping couples navigate uncontested divorces. Her extensive background in family law and her personal experience as a single mother and someone who has gone through divorce herself have shaped her approach to practice family law.
As a single parent who attended law school while raising her three children, Ms. Van Haren understands the impact of the divorce process on families. She believes in finding amicable solutions outside the courtroom, even in the most contentious cases.
After graduating from law school, Ms. Van Haren established her own practice with a focus on family law. Ms. Van Haren started her practice with a litigation model and resolved family law matters through litigation, collaborative divorce and mediation. Ms. Van Haren is a a co-parenting specialist and is on the court list for her work as Minor’s Counsel and Parenting Plan Coordinator. She believes that children should be in the center of all disputes between parents but never in the middle. . In 2021, Ms. Van Haren closed the litigation side of her practice and her firm solely handles family law cases through mediation and collaborative law. She takes pride in establishing personal connections with her clients, aiming to understand them and their families on a personal level. Unlike her experience in larger law firms, Ms. Van Haren believes that knowing the client deeply is crucial to being a trusted counselor and achieving their objectives.
Ms. Van Haren's sole focus is on family law matters, including prenuptial agreements, paternity actions, divorces, child custody and visitation, child and spousal support, and property division. She is a member of various bar associations in Southern California, the past president of Collaborative Divorce Solutions of Orange County, the Co-Chair of the Collaborative Practice California Celebration and in 2023, she earned the Eureka Award for her significant contribution to Collaborative Practice.
In addition to her legal practice, Ms. Van Haren is passionate about educating the public and providing resources for individuals seeking information about family law. She is the founder of Family Law University, a membership service that offers classes and workshops for families who are going through a family law dispute. She is also a member of Vesta Divorce and regularly holds workshops on various maters pertaining to divorce. In 2020, she published her first book, How to File and Survive a Divorce in California. In addition,, Ms. Van Haren regularly publishes blog articles, creates educational videos, hosts workshops, and has written several eBooks with the intention of informing and guiding people with questions about various aspects in family law.
Ms. Van Haren's office handles divorces, paternity cases, and custody matters through mediation and collaborative law. She has offices in Torrance and Irvine and serves clients throughout the state of California, particularly in Southern and Central Los Angeles County, as well as Orange County.
Bar Number: 276010
California, 2011
Abraham Lincoln University School of Law Juris Doctorate, 2010
American Intercontinental University Bachelor of Sciences, 2006
Marymount College Associate Degree, 1992
The Law Office of Patricia C. Van Haren solely practices Family Law and was established in 2011. The practice has grown exponentially with Ms. Van Haren's ability to utilize all of her skill sets from being a Paralegal for decades, gained knowledge as a Student in law school and finally to becoming a practicing Attorney in multiple counties. We have been able to develop a unique practice in family law that caters to individual needs of each client which then translates into long lasting relationships through the course of one's life.
The focus of her practice is to assist families in their life transitions and growth through the course of life. Our office prides itself on being able to establish personal connections with our clients. When working at law firms, Ms. Van Haren realized that very often the attorney knew little about the client or the family that they were working with. Ms. Van Haren wanted to practice differently. She understands that the key to being a trusted counselor and adviser and the key to achieving the clients objectives is to know the client on a personal level. Ms. Van Haren focuses solely on family law matters through mediation, collaborative divorce and other out of court resolutions.
- Family law ranging from prenuptial, mediation, paternity actions, divorces (mediation, collaborative law and uncontested divorces), military divorces, child custody & visitation, child and spousal support and property division.
Ms. Van Haren is also a member of Vesta, IACP, CP CAL and CDSOC and various bar associations and collaborative practice groups throughout Southern California.
Our main office is in Irvine and we have a satellite office in Torrance so that we can service all of Orange County and Los Angeles County.
Patricia Van Haren
19200 Von Karman Ave, Suite 400
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 891-0091
(949) 273-4141
No
Yes, on a case by case basis depending on the scope of work.
$495.00 - $650.00
Monday through Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Friday 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Yes
Family law ranging from prenuptial, mediation, paternity actions, divorces (contested and uncontested), military divorces, child custody & visitation, child and spousal support, property division, family law litigation, guardianship and adoptions.
Areas of Practice
FAMILY LAW
I represent both married and single individuals with family law related legal needs. This includes, but is not limited to, adoptions, prenuptial agreements, post-nuptial agreements, contested and uncontested divorces, child custody matters, paternity cases and child support modifications. With this experience, I have become comfortable with understanding intricacies of property arrangements, and the characterization of property as it relates to my clients situations and needs. Our office can help you with family law matters through litigation or mediation.
DIVORCE
Our office guides our clients through each step of the divorce process, including military divorces. We understand that no two marriages are the same, and therefore come up with a plan to meet the individual needs of each clients case. We strive to work with you to determine which issues can be resolved out of court, and which need to be brought in front of a judge. Our office can help guide you as you move forward towards the next chapter of your life.
CUSTODY
In matters where there is a dispute as to which parent will care for a child or children, we seek to assist our clients in achieving a parenting plan which will achieve our clients wishes and will be in the best interest of the children involved. We can provide you with support and guidance through your legal or physical custody case and assist you in making decisions that are right for you and your family.
PATERNITY
In cases where two parties are not married but have a child together, paternity must be established before making orders for custody. We can assist clients in obtaining a Judgment for Paternity and help establish orders for custody, visitation, and child support through the process of the paternity filing.
PRENUPTIAL/POSTNUPTIAL AGREEMENTS
Our office can help you protect your assets and avoid any future disagreement in regards to your finances, estate, or property. We can help with arranging either prenuptial or postnuptial agreements, and will work to ensure both parties are happy.
ADOPTIONS
Adopting a child is a joyous occasion, but can come with a myriad of legal matters that must be resolved. We will provide you guidance and work to make the growing of your family an exciting and painless event.
MEDIATION
Mediation is when two parties jointly hire a neutral third party to assist them in coming up with an amicable resolution to a divorce, custody, or support action, without needing to come in front of the courts. The key to a successful mediation is for each party to look for a solution or compromise for the family as a whole, rather than a victory over the other spouse, to which our office can help guide you.
MILITARY DIVORCE
Every marriage has its challenges, even more so when one party is in the military. Military couples experience unique difficulties in their relationships, and if the situation arises, in a military divorce. As a former Navy wife, I know the challenges of the process for a military divorce. All branches of the military fall under the jurisdiction of the Federal Government, making a military divorce different than a standard California process. We can assist clients during this difficult process, and any accompanying support and custody orders.
CONSERVATORSHIPS
Conservatorships can be appointed when an adult cannot fully care for themselves, whether because of age, disability, or an accident. Our office can help you with every step throughout the process of naming a conservator and aid you in deciding if a temporary, general, or limited conservatorship of the estate or of the person is the right choice in caring for your loved one.
SPECIAL NEEDS LIMITED CONSERVATORSHIPS
Parents of children with special needs are often not aware of the resources available to those children when they reach the age of legal adulthood. When a special needs child is unable to make medical and educational decisions for themselves, the parent may seek to remain the primary care giver and act as the conservator of their special needs adult child. I represent parents in all phases of a conservatorship matter so that they are able to continue to act as the guardian for their children into adulthood.
GUARDIANSHIPS
There are times that, for whatever reason, parents are unable to raise their children. This may be due to the death of the parents, drug addition, imprisonment, etc. In those circumstances, it is far better for the children to be cared for by a loving family member or close friends. We assist our clients in all aspects of guardianship matters, both opposed and unopposed.
CHILD SUPPORT
It is the requirement of both parties to provide for the support and maintenance for the minor children. We assist our clients in determining the appropriate amount of support payable by the high earner to the other parent.
SPOUSAL SUPPORT
Where one spouse has earned more income during the marriage, the Court may award spousal support [alimony] to the low earning spouse. There are numerous factors which go into the determination of a Spousal Support award.
Family law ranging from prenuptial, mediation, paternity actions, divorces (contested and uncontested), military divorces, child custody & visitation, child and spousal support, property division, family law litigation, guardianship and adoptions.
Areas of Practice
FAMILY LAW
I represent both married and single individuals with family law related legal needs. This includes, but is not limited to, adoptions, prenuptial agreements, post-nuptial agreements, contested and uncontested divorces, child custody matters, paternity cases and child support modifications. With this experience, I have become comfortable with understanding intricacies of property arrangements, and the characterization of property as it relates to my clients situations and needs. Our office can help you with family law matters through litigation or mediation.
DIVORCE
Our office guides our clients through each step of the divorce process, including military divorces. We understand that no two marriages are the same, and therefore come up with a plan to meet the individual needs of each clients case. We strive to work with you to determine which issues can be resolved out of court, and which need to be brought in front of a judge. Our office can help guide you as you move forward towards the next chapter of your life.
CUSTODY
In matters where there is a dispute as to which parent will care for a child or children, we seek to assist our clients in achieving a parenting plan which will achieve our clients wishes and will be in the best interest of the children involved. We can provide you with support and guidance through your legal or physical custody case and assist you in making decisions that are right for you and your family.
PATERNITY
In cases where two parties are not married but have a child together, paternity must be established before making orders for custody. We can assist clients in obtaining a Judgment for Paternity and help establish orders for custody, visitation, and child support through the process of the paternity filing.
PRENUPTIAL/POSTNUPTIAL AGREEMENTS
Our office can help you protect your assets and avoid any future disagreement in regards to your finances, estate, or property. We can help with arranging either prenuptial or postnuptial agreements, and will work to ensure both parties are happy.
ADOPTIONS
Adopting a child is a joyous occasion, but can come with a myriad of legal matters that must be resolved. We will provide you guidance and work to make the growing of your family an exciting and painless event.
MEDIATION
Mediation is when two parties jointly hire a neutral third party to assist them in coming up with an amicable resolution to a divorce, custody, or support action, without needing to come in front of the courts. The key to a successful mediation is for each party to look for a solution or compromise for the family as a whole, rather than a victory over the other spouse, to which our office can help guide you.
MILITARY DIVORCE
Every marriage has its challenges, even more so when one party is in the military. Military couples experience unique difficulties in their relationships, and if the situation arises, in a military divorce. As a former Navy wife, I know the challenges of the process for a military divorce. All branches of the military fall under the jurisdiction of the Federal Government, making a military divorce different than a standard California process. We can assist clients during this difficult process, and any accompanying support and custody orders.
CONSERVATORSHIPS
Conservatorships can be appointed when an adult cannot fully care for themselves, whether because of age, disability, or an accident. Our office can help you with every step throughout the process of naming a conservator and aid you in deciding if a temporary, general, or limited conservatorship of the estate or of the person is the right choice in caring for your loved one.
SPECIAL NEEDS LIMITED CONSERVATORSHIPS
Parents of children with special needs are often not aware of the resources available to those children when they reach the age of legal adulthood. When a special needs child is unable to make medical and educational decisions for themselves, the parent may seek to remain the primary care giver and act as the conservator of their special needs adult child. I represent parents in all phases of a conservatorship matter so that they are able to continue to act as the guardian for their children into adulthood.
GUARDIANSHIPS
There are times that, for whatever reason, parents are unable to raise their children. This may be due to the death of the parents, drug addition, imprisonment, etc. In those circumstances, it is far better for the children to be cared for by a loving family member or close friends. We assist our clients in all aspects of guardianship matters, both opposed and unopposed.
CHILD SUPPORT
It is the requirement of both parties to provide for the support and maintenance for the minor children. We assist our clients in determining the appropriate amount of support payable by the high earner to the other parent.
SPOUSAL SUPPORT
Where one spouse has earned more income during the marriage, the Court may award spousal support [alimony] to the low earning spouse. There are numerous factors which go into the determination of a Spousal Support award.
I have worked in the field of family law for approximately 30 years. I have also been through my own divorce. I have compassion for my clients and their children, and I am able to assist those who wish to have a smooth transition as well as fight for their rights. I have a great passion for family law and I feel that it provides me with an attorney to assist my clients through what will likely be the most difficult time of their life.
I believe that the role of an attorney is to be a counselor to their clients. I feel that a client should be informed and educated about all options available to them. I welcome questions from my clients and I am always happy to provide clients with knowledge of the legal issues which are relevant to their case.
I am open to bundled services. I am happy to review and aid clients in document preparation. While I was a paralegal, I often assisted parties in the preparation of their own documents.
I am willing to coach clients who wish to be self-represented. I am also open to a limited scope representation in certain circumstances.
Patricia C. Van Haren is a Collaborative Family Law Attorney and Mediator with over thirty years of experience in the legal field. Before becoming an attorney in 2011, she worked as a family law paralegal for approximately 20 years, assisting multiple attorneys and helping couples navigate uncontested divorces. Her extensive background in family law and her personal experience as a single mother and someone who has gone through divorce herself have shaped her approach to practice family law.
As a single parent who attended law school while raising her three children, Ms. Van Haren understands the impact of the divorce process on families. She believes in finding amicable solutions outside the courtroom, even in the most contentious cases.
After graduating from law school, Ms. Van Haren established her own practice with a focus on family law. Ms. Van Haren started her practice with a litigation model and resolved family law matters through litigation, collaborative divorce and mediation. Ms. Van Haren is a a co-parenting specialist and is on the court list for her work as Minor’s Counsel and Parenting Plan Coordinator. She believes that children should be in the center of all disputes between parents but never in the middle. . In 2021, Ms. Van Haren closed the litigation side of her practice and her firm solely handles family law cases through mediation and collaborative law. She takes pride in establishing personal connections with her clients, aiming to understand them and their families on a personal level. Unlike her experience in larger law firms, Ms. Van Haren believes that knowing the client deeply is crucial to being a trusted counselor and achieving their objectives.
Ms. Van Haren's sole focus is on family law matters, including prenuptial agreements, paternity actions, divorces, child custody and visitation, child and spousal support, and property division. She is a member of various bar associations in Southern California, the past president of Collaborative Divorce Solutions of Orange County, the Co-Chair of the Collaborative Practice California Celebration and in 2023, she earned the Eureka Award for her significant contribution to Collaborative Practice.
In addition to her legal practice, Ms. Van Haren is passionate about educating the public and providing resources for individuals seeking information about family law. She is the founder of Family Law University, a membership service that offers classes and workshops for families who are going through a family law dispute. She is also a member of Vesta Divorce and regularly holds workshops on various maters pertaining to divorce. In 2020, she published her first book, How to File and Survive a Divorce in California. In addition,, Ms. Van Haren regularly publishes blog articles, creates educational videos, hosts workshops, and has written several eBooks with the intention of informing and guiding people with questions about various aspects in family law.
Ms. Van Haren's office handles divorces, paternity cases, and custody matters through mediation and collaborative law. She has offices in Torrance and Irvine and serves clients throughout the state of California, particularly in Southern and Central Los Angeles County, as well as Orange County.
Bar Number: 276010
California, 2011
Abraham Lincoln University School of Law
Juris Doctorate, 2010
American Intercontinental University
Bachelor of Sciences, 2006
Marymount College
Associate Degree, 1992
Patricia C. Van Haren is a Collaborative Family Law Attorney and Mediator with over thirty years of experience in the legal field. Before becoming an attorney in 2011, she worked as a family law paralegal for approximately 20 years, assisting multiple attorneys and helping couples navigate uncontested divorces. Her extensive background in family law and her personal experience as a single mother and someone who has gone through divorce herself have shaped her approach to practice family law.
As a single parent who attended law school while raising her three children, Ms. Van Haren understands the impact of the divorce process on families. She believes in finding amicable solutions outside the courtroom, even in the most contentious cases.
After graduating from law school, Ms. Van Haren established her own practice with a focus on family law. Ms. Van Haren started her practice with a litigation model and resolved family law matters through litigation, collaborative divorce and mediation. Ms. Van Haren is a a co-parenting specialist and is on the court list for her work as Minor’s Counsel and Parenting Plan Coordinator. She believes that children should be in the center of all disputes between parents but never in the middle. . In 2021, Ms. Van Haren closed the litigation side of her practice and her firm solely handles family law cases through mediation and collaborative law. She takes pride in establishing personal connections with her clients, aiming to understand them and their families on a personal level. Unlike her experience in larger law firms, Ms. Van Haren believes that knowing the client deeply is crucial to being a trusted counselor and achieving their objectives.
Ms. Van Haren's sole focus is on family law matters, including prenuptial agreements, paternity actions, divorces, child custody and visitation, child and spousal support, and property division. She is a member of various bar associations in Southern California, the past president of Collaborative Divorce Solutions of Orange County, the Co-Chair of the Collaborative Practice California Celebration and in 2023, she earned the Eureka Award for her significant contribution to Collaborative Practice.
In addition to her legal practice, Ms. Van Haren is passionate about educating the public and providing resources for individuals seeking information about family law. She is the founder of Family Law University, a membership service that offers classes and workshops for families who are going through a family law dispute. She is also a member of Vesta Divorce and regularly holds workshops on various maters pertaining to divorce. In 2020, she published her first book, How to File and Survive a Divorce in California. In addition,, Ms. Van Haren regularly publishes blog articles, creates educational videos, hosts workshops, and has written several eBooks with the intention of informing and guiding people with questions about various aspects in family law.
Ms. Van Haren's office handles divorces, paternity cases, and custody matters through mediation and collaborative law. She has offices in Torrance and Irvine and serves clients throughout the state of California, particularly in Southern and Central Los Angeles County, as well as Orange County.
Bar Number: 276010
California, 2011
Abraham Lincoln University School of Law Juris Doctorate, 2010
American Intercontinental University Bachelor of Sciences, 2006
Marymount College Associate Degree, 1992
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