Burke Brian H, Attorney & Mediator is a Certified Family Law Specialist by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization, offering expert legal guidance and mediation services in Santa Barbara. With over 20 years of experience and a background as a Deputy District Attorney, the firm stands out for its structured, client-focused approach to family law matters, emphasizing clarity, affordability, and avoiding unnecessary entanglement in the court system.
The practice is built on a unique “Teflon™ Lawyer” philosophy, ensuring clients receive essential guidance without becoming stuck in prolonged legal proceedings. Specializing in both consultation and mediation, the firm serves individuals at all stages of divorce—from those just beginning to consider separation to those navigating mid-case complexities. Its hallmark “Roadmap Consultation” provides a comprehensive, three-hour session to help clients assess their situation, explore options, and create a actionable plan, all at a transparent, affordable rate.
Services Offered
- Divorce legal representation
- Family law attorney services
- Mediation services
- Roadmap Consultation (3-hour standalone session)
- Extended consultation
- Review of Marital Settlement Agreements (MSA)
- Review of Prenuptial Agreements (PNA)
- Mid-case legal consultation
- Introduction to Mediation (free session)
- Telephonic and video-conferencing consultations
Based in Santa Barbara, the firm serves clients throughout California and is available for remote consultations. Fluent in English, the attorney holds an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell and has contributed to legal education and publications, including studies on divorce timelines and grief models in family law practice.
