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Carlsbad Divorce Attorneys
Compassionate Family Law Attorney in San Diego County
Even in the best of circumstances, divorce is a difficult, emotional, and life-changing event. When confronting the end of a marriage, you will likely battle emotions of guilt, anger, loneliness and/or sadness, and the idea of executing the divorce process in the midst of such emotions can be overwhelming, to say the least.
Or divorce lawyers in Carlsbad are here to assure you that you will not have to endure this experience on your own.
As your divorce team, it is our job to ensure that you take the appropriate steps to secure a comfortable future for yourself and your family, both financially and emotionally. To that end, we offer expert family law services in San Diego backed by the experience of an entire team of talented, innovative legal professionals who are eager to help you come out on the other side feeling confident about the future ahead.
Our divorce attorneys in Carlsbad are here to help you through the entire San Diego divorce process, from the initial filing to mediation to negotiating child custody and spousal support.
The strategic case trajectory we use at Griffith, Young & Lass is designed to give you the best chance at success, at the most reasonable cost available. Lead by an experienced family law lawyer, our team will start by discussing your specific goals, identifying the outcomes most important to you in the process, and then taking the necessary steps to protect your rights and best interests at every stage of the process.
Every one of our team members got into the business for the same reason: to help people.
We thrive on taking the cases that other divorce firms won’t and achieving results that help you feel settled in the new life ahead of you. Compassionate in our approach and decisive in our strategy, our Carlsbad divorce lawyers develop strong cases that help our clients establish a firm footing on which to begin their new lives. We are more than ready to do the same for you.
How Griffith, Young & Lass Can Help You
When you become a client of GYL, you become our priority.
Given the emotional, financial and legal impact of a divorce on you and your family, we are committed to working closely with you through every step of the process to ensure you receive the support you need and deserve.
Under the direction of our team, you can expect exceptional service, open and accessible lines of communication, confidentiality, respect, and courtesy. We know there are two sides to every story, and we are here to make sure yours is heard.
Learn more about our approach to divorce and family law, particularly as it applies to your situation. Contact a family law attorney via our contact form or by calling (858) 371-5569 today! We serve all of San Diego from our office in Carlsbad.

Family law issues are tough for everyone involved. Our goal is to provide you with a fresh perspective and a smooth transition into the next phase of your life.

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“We were referred to John Griffith at GYL by our former attorney. I specifically was looking for an aggressive attorney that would yield results. John, Josh, and the firm performed flawlessly, and did ...”
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“I cannot say enough good things about John Griffith and this law firm. Each person i interacted with was responsive, intelligent, thoughtful and professional. Attorney Griffith worked very hard to ...”
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“She doesn’t back down from anyone. It was the best decision I’ve made yet and hopefully, it will be yours too.”
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“Easy to work with, forthcoming about the process, set realistic expectations, and always kept cost in mind.”
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“The GYL team is always prompt at returning calls & emails. From personal experience, I can tell you that they will not step away from your case until it's finished.”
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“GYL has been an extraordinary support and backing in my divorce. Being a male in the military, the process for divorce and custody is difficult. GYL was extremely helpful, and I was able to full custody of my children. That alone is such a monumental feat.”
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“I hate seeing anyone go through custody battles but if you’re in that situation and need someone who is trustworthy and great at what they do, then I swear this is the place to get the help!”
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“No matter who I corresponded with they were always knowledgeable of my case and quick to respond.”
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“My clearance was granted without any additional issues. I'd recommend this legal team to any Soldier needing help with their clearance.”
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“Compassionate and kind, however, he will fight for you and your best interests. He is calm and calculated and extremely smart.”
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“The professional and succinct assistance was a much-needed breath of fresh air in the maze of hurdles and complications with our family law case.”
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Meet Our Team
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John N. Griffith, Esq., CFLS John N. Griffith, Esq., CFLS
Partner
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Catie E. Young, Esq., CFLS Catie E. Young, Esq., CFLS
Partner
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Amy J. Lass, Esq., CFLS Amy J. Lass, Esq., CFLS
Partner
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Shirin Asgari, Esq., CFLS Shirin Asgari, Esq., CFLS
Associate
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Noelle J. Slattery, Esq. Noelle J. Slattery, Esq.
Associate
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Eric Cowdery, Esq. Eric Cowdery, Esq.
Associate
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Joshua Yee, Esq. Joshua Yee, Esq.
Associate
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Shaudi Malekzadeh, Esq. Shaudi Malekzadeh, Esq.
Associate
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Lea Trojanowski, Esq. Lea Trojanowski, Esq.
Associate
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Greyson Sharp, Esq. Greyson Sharp, Esq.
Associate

Our Areas Of Practice
Tailored Services to Suit Your Needs

About Our Divorce and Family Law Services
Certified Family Law Specialists
Backed by decades of combined experience and talent, our divorce lawyers have experience with all types of family law cases and divorce arrangements. Our practice areas include but are not limited to:
- High asset divorce
- Domestic violence & emergency restraining orders
- Fighting for fathers’ rights & the rights of non-custodial parents
- Grandparents’ rights and granting temporary parental custody (ex parte) in emergency situations
- Divorces affected by immigration, prenuptial agreements, and property settlement claims
For your convenience, we offer after-hours and weekend appointments as needed. In some cases, we can even accommodate same-day appointments and payment plans for those whose situations warrant it. Like we said earlier, you are our priority, and we will make ourselves available to help whenever an issue arises that requires immediate attention.
During your initial consultation, your family law attorney will explain the details of the California divorce process and help you prepare for your upcoming case. We will, of course, negotiate for a settlement but will be prepared to go to trial if necessary.
At GYL, we are committed to conducting our legal practice responsibly and ethically. Our services are trustworthy and our attorneys are upstanding – we wouldn’t have it any other way.
Contact us for a consultation with a family law lawyer near you! Call (858) 371-5569 or submit an online contact form here!
At GYL, your story matters - helping clients is what drives us to excel. We take the time to get to know our clients and understand their circumstances. This enables us to strategize a unique and customized solution that best fits our clients' needs.

