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Brandmeyer & Stanton Attorneys: Brian K. Brandmeyer, Julia A. Stanton, and John T. Bachmayer Janet E. Dockstader Brian K. Brandmeyer John T. Bachmayer Julia A. Stanton Aggressive Advocacy
Brandmeyer, Stanton & Dockstader has a proven track record of successful representation in contentious and complex Family Law matters. The representation may include advice, strategy, negotiations, mediation, OSC hearings, trial preparation and trials of Family Law related issues. We strive to be Long Beach's most effective Family Law practioners by pursuing favorable resolution of our client's rights through aggressive representation and strong advocacy.
Brandmeyer, Stanton & Dockstader Has Merged

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In 2011, the Law Offices of Brandmeyer, Stanton & Dockstader merged with Gilligan Law Corporation to form Brandmeyer Gilligan & Dockstader, LLP (BGD). Combining top-notch litigators with experts in non-litigation alternatives, BGD emerges as one of the most well-rounded firms in the family law practice area in Southern California.

As the largest family law firm in the greater South Bay area, Brandmeyer Gilligan & Dockstader, LLP (BGD) has the dedication and experience required to handle every type of family law matter. Specializing in complex family matters, BGD has a staff of seven attorneys. From litigation to mediation to collaborative divorce, BGD has a proven track record of favorably resolving client cases through skilled representation and strong advocacy. The firm handles a range of matters, including marital dissolution and separation, child custody and visitation disputes, division of property/business valuation, child and spousal support, paternity disputes, pre-and post-nuptial agreements, domestic partnerships and domestic violence.

Contact BGD today at (562) 431-2100 or BGD@BGDLawyers.com



Our Experience

Brian K. Brandmeyer has practiced Family Law for over 35 years and has extensive experience with complex financial issues such as business valuation and cash flow analysis, property determinations, as well as custody and parenting related problems. Julia A. Stanton has 14 years of experience in Family Law and has participated extensively in child custody/parenting issues and is highly respected for her writing skills. Janet E. Dockstader has 8 years of experience in family law, as well as ample experience in domestic violence issues that can lead to criminal charges.
John T. Bachmayer has 28 years of Family Law experience with an emphasis on negotiation and trials of difficult and contentious problems and issues. Wendy K. Tse has been practicing family law exclusively for 11 years and has significant experience in child custody, child and spousal support, domestic violence, and complex financial issues.

We have a staff of 8 people all experienced and dedicated to Family Law. We work diligently to achieve the result our clients want, whether that means striving to prevail in court or negotiating a favorable settlement. The firm's lawyers are experienced and successful in handling mediations as well as complex trials. We recognize that your divorce is traumatic and encourage you to seek us out during this stressful time. Have us in your corner as advocates in the resolution of your case.

Our Practice Areas

We exclusively handle family law matters including:

  • Marital dissolution and separation
  • Child custody and visitation disputes
  • Division of property
  • Child and spousal support
  • Paternity
  • Pre and post-nuptial agreements
  • Domestic partnerships
  • Domestic violence