Our Family Law Fees Transparent Legal Pricing
Attorney Pricing
Attorney fees vary based on the specifics of your case. The following breakdown provides a general framework of what you can expect when working with our firm.
At Provinziano & Associates, we believe in complete transparency about legal fees. Family law decisions can shape your future for years to come. You deserve to understand the support, services, and fees involved clearly and upfront.
Our pricing is straightforward and reflects the specialized attention your case requires. With 100+ years of combined legal experience and 3,800+ court appearances on behalf of clients just like you, our team has handled thousands of family law cases across Southern California and internationally. This history informs every decision we make on your behalf.
Below, we outline our standard fees so you can make informed decisions.
If you have questions, check our FAQs or contact the Provinziano Legal Team directly.
Free Case Evaluation: Our Two-Step Process
Step 1: Initial Case Evaluation
Your first interaction with us is a conversation.
Our evaluation process ensures you receive the right guidance for your unique situation:
During this first meeting with our experienced team members, we’ll:
1. Listen to your situation and gather essential information
2. Answer preliminary questions about the legal process
3. Help you understand what to expect moving forward
Step 2: Attorney Consultation (For Qualified Clients)
After your initial evaluation, qualified clients proceed to a complimentary consultation with one of our attorneys.
Qualification is based on several factors, including our ability to provide the level of service you deserve and ensure that no conflicts of interest exist with other parties.
During this first meeting with our experienced team members, we’ll:
1. Listen to your situation and gather essential information
2. Answer preliminary questions about the legal process
3. Help you understand what to expect moving forward
Once the initial retainer is paid and your agreement is signed, our team begins work immediately, creating a personalized legal strategy tailored to your needs.
Retainer & Hourly Rates
Initial Retainer: $7,500-15,000
Also known as an advanced fee, the initial retainer is required before work begins. This upfront payment allows us to immediately begin developing a strong legal strategy and taking action on your behalf.
Your retainer acts as a deposit, held securely in a trust account and applied only to work performed on your case. The amount usually ranges from $5,000 to $10,000, depending on the complexity of your situation. Some cases may require more or less, based on your specific circumstances.
Hourly Rates: $490 to $900
Depending on which member of the Provinziano Legal Team completes work on your case, you’ll be charged a different hourly rate that will be deducted from your initial retainer.
- Senior Attorney and Certified Family Law Specialist Alphonse Provinziano: $900/hour
- Associate Attorneys: $490-$700
Every client receives a detailed agreement including a complete list of hourly rates of any staff member working on your case, which may vary from the information above.
At Provinziano & Associates, you’re more than just a case—you’re family.
Family Law Attorney’s Real Property Lien (FLARPL)
At Provinziano & Associates, we understand that legal fees can be a significant concern. In certain cases, we can offer alternative payment arrangements through a Family Law Attorney’s Real Property Lien (FLARPL). This allows you to secure experienced legal representation when upfront payment may be challenging.
What is a FLARPL?
Is a FLARPL Right for You?
How a FLARPL Helps You:
- Provides Access to Experienced Legal Representation Without Upfront Financial Strain – You don’t have to delay or settle for less due to immediate financial concerns.
- Defers Some Legal Fees Until Your Case Concludes – Reducing the stress of large upfront payments.
- Uses Your Property’s Equity Instead of Liquid Cash – Helping those with real estate assets but limited cash flow.
- Requires Qualifications & Court Approval – We’ll determine if this is the right option for you.
How much will my case cost?
Since we work hourly, each case’s overall cost is different. The client only pays the number of hours worked on each matter.
Factors that influence the overall costs of a case will vary and include the following:
- The complexity of your case
- Court orders and number of court appearances
- Responding to actions of the Opposing Party
Because every case is unique, costs will vary.
However, with a clear strategy from day one, we work to keep your case efficient and focused, ensuring you receive the highest level of advocacy.
Any attorney pricing or fee estimate given here or during other discussions may differ from the actual fees depending on the actual length and complexity of the case.
What you Get with Provinziano & Associates
Proven Experience in Complex Family Law Cases
Whether you’re facing a high-conflict divorce, a sensitive custody dispute, or a financial battle over significant assets, Provinziano & Associates brings seasoned strategy to every challenge. We don’t wait for problems to arise, we work proactively to defend your rights, minimize risk, and position you for the strongest possible outcome.
We Know the Courtroom
While many cases settle, not all do. When a courtroom becomes the next step, you need more than just representation. You need seasoned advocates who understand the laws and the judges. At Provinziano & Associates, trial work isn’t rare or unfamiliar. It’s a core strength. When negotiation isn't enough, our team steps forward to advocate for you and your interests.
Trusted by Clients. Respected by the Industry.
Our founding attorney, Alphonse Provinziano, a Certified Family Law Specialist, is known for his experience handling high-net-worth, high-stakes family law matters. His work has earned recognition in People, Fortune, Bloomberg Law, Newsweek, Fast Company, Insider, and the Los Angeles Times, reflecting the caliber of advocacy clients can expect when they entrust us with their most important matters. Beyond his work in the courtroom, Mr. Provinziano is also called upon to share his knowledge with the legal community, teaching young attorneys, mentoring practicing lawyers, and speaking at legal events on family law practice and strategy.
Your Privacy Matters. We Treat It That Way.
While certain court filings must be public by law, we take deliberate steps to limit exposure at every opportunity, through careful filings, confidential communication, and strategies designed to maintain as much privacy as the process allows.
A Strategy Built Around Your Life, Your Future, Your Priorities
Your goals drive our strategy, never the other way around. From the start, we work to understand the full picture, then we build a plan tailored to make your voice heard, with foresight, creativity, and attention to detail.
Comprehensive Family Law Protection
From high-stakes divorces with millions in assets to emotionally charged custody battles, we’ve successfully handled it all.
Our team delivers the specialized expertise your unique family situation demands with care and support.
- High-Stakes Divorce & Separation (High-net-worth, contested, uncontested)
- Child Custody & Support
- Spousal Support/Alimony
- Asset Protection & Property Division
- Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
- Specialized Cases (e.g., Grandparent Visitation, Emergency Custody)
- Legal Separation and Dissolutions
- Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements
- International Family Law Cases
- LGBTQ+ Family Law
The Diverse Families We Serve
Behind every case is a unique story.
Our firm represents clients from diverse backgrounds who share a common need for experienced, discreet family law representation.
Due to the nature of legal cases, we do not promise or guarantee the outcome of your legal matter.
Any comments an attorney makes regarding a potential outcome are an expression of opinion only.
- Executives and professionals with privacy concerns
- Business owners with both personal and company interests at stake
- Sports and entertainment industry professionals
- Individuals with significant art or collection assets
- Families with international connections
Frequently Asked Questions
About Attorney Pricing
How will I be able to contact the attorney or team member of the Provinziano Legal Team?
How do your fees compare to other firms?
The Provinziano Legal Team is fair and ethical in the fees charged and its billing practices.
Our rates reflect the specialized expertise and dedicated attention each client receives. We structure our fees to provide excellent value, and our clients appreciate our efficient approach and commitment to thorough representation throughout your case.
What forms of payment do you accept?
How soon will you start working on my case when I hire you?
Once you have signed a retainer agreement and paid the advance fee, the Provinziano Legal Team will begin working on your case immediately.
During this time, we will provide you with a personalized case-specific strategy and a timetable so you know what to expect as the case progresses through the court system. If your case requires immediate attention, rest assured that the Provinziano Legal Team will take quick action to effectively address your legal problem and represent you in court.
While we always recommend allowing ample time for case preparation, we understand that legal emergencies happen. In certain situations, we have been able to step in on short notice and develop effective legal strategies under tight deadlines. If you have an urgent legal matter, contact us as soon as possible so we can assess your options and determine the best course of action for your case.
What is a retainer agreement?
How does a prospective client hire the Provinziano Legal Team?
What is An Advanced Fee?
An advanced fee is required when hiring the Provinziano Legal Team. It is paid before the work is completed – much like paying a writer in advance, then he writes a book.
The advanced fee is an estimate of the hourly work to be performed on the case and is necessary to ensure that the client will pay for the work.
How is my advanced fee accounted for?
In most family law cases, billing is done on an hourly basis by the Provinziano Legal Team. Therefore, each team member has an hourly rate related to their work. All work performed on the case is accounted for based on the time worked.
If the work exceeds the amount of the advanced fee, additional amounts may be due to complete the matter. If the work is under the amount of the advanced fee, any overage will be refunded to the client.
Do you ever work on a flat fee basis?
In some limited circumstances, work can be performed on a flat fee basis for family law matters. If applicable, we will discuss this option in the initial consultation.
However, such cases are infrequent as family law disputes are often complex in nature.
What has been your historical success in legal matters?
The Provinziano Legal Team has a long track record of proven success. While we cannot guarantee the results of any case, we encourage you to examine our past case results and reviews from former clients.
What type of family law cases does the Provinziano Legal Team handle?
The Provinziano Legal Team has handled a wide variety of family law issues, including:
- Divorce
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Guardianship
- Grandparent’s visitation rights
- Spousal Support
- Marital Property Division
- Pre-Nup Agreements (aka Pre-Marital Agreements)
- Post-Nup Agreements (aka Post-Nup Agreements)
- Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
- Civil Harassment Restraining Orders
- Contempt Proceedings
- Enforcement of Judgment Proceedings
- Post-Judgment Modification of Judgment Proceedings
- Post-Judgment Modification of Child Custody Orders received as part of the conclusion of a CPS, DCFS, or Dependency Proceeding
- Proceedings to Set Aside Default Judgments
- Legal Separation
- Annulments (aka Nullity of Marriage)
- Dissolution of Registered Domestic Partnerships
- Dissolution of Same-Sex Marriages
- Jurisdictional Disputes
If you have a unique family law issue not mentioned herein, please feel free to contact the Provinziano Legal Team, as we are always enthusiastic about the opportunity to tackle a unique legal issue with personalized legal representation.