Stephen Chen

Stephen Chen is a Los Angeles family law attorney at The Law Office of Stephen Chen, PC and Certified Family Law Specialist who represents clients in divorce, custody, support, property division, paternity, and agreement matters. He provides practical guidance during emotionally difficult transitions while helping clients understand legal risks, available options, and potential outcomes. His approach emphasizes candid advice, cost-conscious strategy, and focused advocacy designed to protect family relationships, financial interests, and long-term stability throughout each legal stage.

Stephen earned his J.D. from Loyola Law School, where he developed his interest in family law. He received his B.A. in Political Science from the University of California, Los Angeles. His education strengthened the research, writing, negotiation, and analytical skills he uses when addressing California family law questions. He applies that foundation to disputes involving children, support obligations, property rights, and marital agreements, and developing strategies tailored to client priorities.

Stephen handles dissolutions of marriage, child custody and visitation, child support, spousal support, property division, paternity, domestic partnerships, and post-judgment modifications. He also advises clients on premarital, marital, pre-divorce, post-divorce, and non-marital relationship planning. His mediation work helps families pursue efficient agreements outside court when appropriate. He remains prepared to advocate through contested proceedings when negotiation cannot produce a workable resolution. His preparation supports clear choices throughout each family matter.

Stephen Chen has earned recognition as a Super Lawyers Rising Star and later as a Super Lawyer for his California family law practice. He was also named among the Top 100 Rising Stars across practice areas and appeared on a Rising Stars magazine cover. His counsel combines compassion with direct feedback and strategic judgment. He helps clients make informed decisions while pursuing effective, efficient resolutions consistently aligned with their priorities.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, The Law Office of Stephen Chen, PC
• Member, The State Bar of California

Licensed State

• California

Education

• Loyola Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of California Los Angeles
  B.A. in Political Science

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