Apex Family Law, P.C. | Family Law Representation in California

We meet you where you are

Steady guidance through hard things.

In 2025, Apex celebrated eleven years serving individuals and families throughout California. We have represented those with no financial resources and those with a great deal, and we bring the same care to every matter. Whether your path runs through negotiation, mediation, or the courtroom, our team offers consistent support, in person or virtually, at every stage of your transition.

Strong

Prepared to act with force when it is required

Smart

Certified experts who plan several moves ahead

Steady

Calm, consistent support from first call to resolution

We’re experts

Areas of expertise

From prenuptial agreements to dissolution, from parentage disputes to domestic violence matters, we bring depth and discretion to the full landscape of California family law.

Agreements Between Partners

Premarital and prenuptial agreements, cohabitation, post-marital, and separation agreements drafted to protect what matters.

Custody, Parentage & Paternity

Parenting and visitation plans, disputes about raising children, and questions of who is a parent and how they should parent.

Transitions & Modifications

Agreements that facilitate transitions and changes to relationships, including the modification of prior orders and agreements.

Legal Separation & Divorce

Thoughtful, thorough representation through legal separation and the dissolution of marriage, protecting your interests at every step.

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Mediation, private judging, collaborative practice, and other procedures that keep parties out of court and reduce legal fees.

Domestic Violence & Safety

Sensitive, protective guidance for domestic violence and safety matters, with the discretion these situations demand.

We’re ready

Meet the crew

Our crew is ready at a moment’s notice to represent individuals, families, and entities facing significant and difficult family transitions.

Founding Partner

Raquel L. Sefton

Partner

Craig Bridwell

Partner

Cassandra T. Glanville

Partner

Morgan Hoover

Attorney

Grace Allen

Attorney

Kodie McGinley

Attorney

Jameson Treseler

The best support crew, standing ready.

From office managers to legal assistants, our whole team is here to help you through your transition.

We’re tested

“Professionalism, responsiveness, and smarts. Raquel and her stellar team worked well with my needs and helped guide me through the emotional ups and downs.”

A family Apex represented

“A quick study who does not have to dominate the conversation.”

“Prepared to act in a measured and forceful fashion when required.”

“Interpersonal smarts were key to effective negotiations.”

Client comments reflect individual experiences shared with permission and are not a guarantee or prediction of any particular result. Attorney advertising.

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Let’s talk.

Time is often the most important factor in family law matters. Reach out for caring, thoughtful, and strong support. Please call us early and often, we can help.

San Francisco

1-415-523-3050

100 Pine St., Suite 1250
San Francisco, CA 94111

Santa Barbara

1-805-755-4919

7 W. Figueroa St., Suite 300
Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Experienced family law representation in California.

Steady guidance through hard things.

Areas of expertise

Agreements Between Partners

Custody, Parentage & Paternity

Transitions & Modifications

Legal Separation & Divorce

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Domestic Violence & Safety

Meet the crew

Raquel L. Sefton

Craig Bridwell

Cassandra T. Glanville

Morgan Hoover

Grace Allen

Kodie McGinley

Jameson Treseler

The best support crew, standing ready.

Let’s talk.

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