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At Comstock & Wagner, we work with clients throughout California's Central Coast, helping them to navigate the often-complex divorce process and build a better life on the other side. Our attorneys will spend time with you, reviewing the facts of your case, discussing the law that applies, and identifying your objectives for your legal matter. Whatever your priority, Comstock & Wagner will advise you honestly and advocate fiercely for the outcome you need.

Criminal Law

Protecting Your Rights. Defending Your Future. Being accused of a crime can be one of the most stressful experiences of your life. At Comstock & Wagner, we provide strong, experienced representation for clients facing criminal charges throughout… Read More

Assault & Battery Defense

Facing Assault or Battery Charges in California? Protect Your Rights and Freedom. Assault and battery charges in California are serious offenses that can carry severe penalties — including jail time, fines, and a permanent criminal record. Whether… Read More

DUI & Drug Charges

Facing DUI or DWI Charges in California? Protect Your License, Your Record, and Your Future. A DUI or DWI charge can be overwhelming and have serious consequences — including license suspension, steep fines, and possible jail time. Whether this is… Read More

Gun, Gang Related, & Criminal Threat Charges

Protecting Your Rights, Freedom, and Future At Comstock & Wagner, we provide aggressive, strategic defense for individuals facing gun-related charges and criminal threat allegations throughout California. With some of the toughest firearm and cri… Read More

Juvenile Criminal & Felony Strike Defenses

Juvenile & Felony Strike Defense Attorneys in California Protecting Futures. Limiting Exposure. Fighting for the Best Possible Outcome. When a young person is accused of a crime—or when any defendant faces a potential felony “strike”—the… Read More

Attempted Murder & Vehicular Manslaughter Charges

Aggressive Defense for Serious Felony Charges At Comstock & Wagner, we provide experienced, strategic, and relentless defense for clients facing the most serious criminal charges in California — including attempted murder and vehicular manslaug… Read More

Theft & Vandalism Charges

Theft, Burglary & Property Crime Defense Attorneys in California Protecting Your Rights, Your Reputation & Your Future At Comstock & Wagner, we defend clients across California facing theft, burglary, vandalism, and other property-related… Read More

Sexual Offenses

California Sex Crimes Defense Attorneys Protecting Your Rights, Reputation & Future Being accused of a sex offense in California is one of the most serious and life-altering experiences a person can face. These cases carry harsh penalties, mandat… Read More

False Imprisonment & Child Abuse Charges

False Imprisonment & Child Abuse Defense Attorneys in California Strategic, discreet, and aggressive representation when everything is on the line Allegations of false imprisonment or child abuse carry severe criminal penalties and lasting person… Read More

Conservatorships

Protecting Loved Ones When They Need It Most When an adult is no longer able to manage their personal care or finances due to age, illness, or disability, the court may establish a conservatorship. In this arrangement, a trusted individual (the conse… Read More

Probate

What Is Probate? Probate is the legal process of administering a person’s estate after they pass away. In California, probate involves proving the validity of a will, identifying heirs or beneficiaries, paying debts and taxes, and distributing asse… Read More

Wills & Trusts

Plan Today. Protect Tomorrow. A well-crafted estate plan is one of the most important gifts you can leave your family. Whether through a will, trust, or a combination of both, planning ahead ensures your wishes are honored and your loved ones are pro… Read More

Special Needs Trusts

Protecting Benefits, Securing the Future Families of individuals with disabilities face a unique challenge: how to provide financial support without jeopardizing eligibility for vital government benefits like SSI and Medi-Cal. A Special Needs Trust (… Read More

Personal Injury

Fighting for Justice. Protecting Your Recovery. An accident can turn your life upside down in an instant. Medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering can leave you overwhelmed. At Comstock & Wagner, we fight for the rights of injury victims… Read More

Bicycle Accidents

California Bicycle Accident Lawyer Injured in a bike crash in California? Comstock & Wagner helps cyclists recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Do you have a claim? You may have a case if your injuries were… Read More

Car Accidents

California Car Accident Lawyer Injured in a car crash in California? Comstock & Wagner helps accident victims recover full compensation for medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering. After a Car Accident — Know Your Rights Car accident… Read More

Catastrophic Injury

California Catastrophic Injury Lawyer Severe injury changing your life? Comstock & Wagner helps victims of catastrophic injuries recover compensation for medical costs, lost wages, and long-term care. Free consultation. What Counts as a Catastrop… Read More

Pedestrian Accidents

California Pedestrian Accident Lawyer Pedestrian accidents often lead to devastating injuries and long-term challenges. At Comstock & Wagner, we help injured pedestrians across California recover compensation for medical expenses, lost income, an… Read More

Slip and Fall

California Slip and Fall Injury Lawyer Slip and fall accidents can happen in an instant—on sidewalks, in stores, restaurants, or private properties—and often result in painful, long-lasting injuries. At Comstock & Wagner, we represent individ… Read More

Guardianships

Protecting Minors and Vulnerable Adults When a child or adult is unable to care for themselves due to age, illness, or disability, California law allows the court to appoint a guardian. A guardianship ensures that someone trustworthy can make importa… Read More

Divorce

Marriage is a road you travel with a partner, but that doesn’t mean that divorce is a road that you must travel alone. The right divorce attorney will serve as your guide and advocate through this unfamiliar and sometimes threatening terrain. F… Read More

Child Custody

Whether you are divorcing or ending a relationship with a co-parent, child custody can be one of the most difficult legal issues to resolve in your legal matter. The question of how and when you will spend time with your children is an emotional one,… Read More

Child Support

Supporting your child is something you do as a loving parent, probably without thinking about it. Once you and your child’s other parent divorce, however, you may be very concerned about your rights and responsibilities regarding child support.… Read More

Spousal Support

When two people who have shared a household, income, and expenses separate, one of them may need some financial help from the other: alimony. In California, alimony is called “spousal support.” Spousal support is available both while the… Read More

Division of Property

Division of property and debts can be one of the most challenging aspects of a California divorce. California is a “community property” state. In essence, that means that a husband and wife are treated as a legal “community.”… Read More

Domestic Violence Restraining Orders

Domestic violence is difficult to deal with on its own, and can greatly complicate a family law matter such as a divorce or custody case. If you need a California domestic violence protection order, you may have very mixed emotions, including fear of… Read More

Prenuptial Agreements

The first thing many people think when they hear the words “prenuptial agreement” is “divorce.” While prenuptial agreements can make divorce less complicated, stressful, and expensive, having a prenuptial agreement does not me… Read More