Lawrence P. Bellomo, Attorney at Law

Lawrence P. Bellomo is a licensed California attorney with over 45 years of trial experience serving the communities of Orange County, Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego. He provides mediation and consulting services for family law matters as well as bankruptcy guidance, approaching every case with both professional expertise and personal care.

Our practice covers two main areas:

Bankruptcy Filing — Chapter 7, consumer bankruptcy, business debt, and creditor negotiation. We prepare and file your case and represent you through discharge.

Family Law Mediation — Divorce, legal separation, child custody, child support, spousal support, adoption, annulment, paternity, and domestic violence matters.

Call (949) 380-3030 or contact us online for a free consultation.

The firm primarily serves Orange County and the surrounding Southern California region, including Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego counties. The office is located at 26040 Acero, Suite 100, Mission Viejo, California 92691.

The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Weekend and evening appointments are available by arrangement. The phone line is monitored 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so you can always leave a message and expect a prompt response.

You can reach the office by phone at (949) 380-3030, by email at larrybellomo@aol.com, or by using the contact form on the website. When you reach out, simply provide a brief description of your situation and your preferred contact method — phone call, SMS, or email — and the team will get back to you to schedule a convenient time.

The firm accepts MasterCard, cash, personal checks, and money orders. If you have questions about fees or payment arrangements, feel free to ask during your initial consultation.

While self-representation (called "pro per") is permitted in California courts, family law and bankruptcy matters involve complex procedural rules, deadlines, and legal standards that can be difficult to navigate alone. Mistakes in filings or negotiations can have long-lasting consequences. An experienced attorney can protect your rights, reduce stress, and often reach better outcomes than going it alone. A consultation is a low-risk way to understand your options.

Why Choose Mediation Over Litigation?

When families face divorce, custody disputes, or support issues, the traditional courtroom path can be emotionally draining and financially devastating. Attorney Lawrence Bellomo offers family law mediation as a smarter alternative.

Here's what mediation can mean for you:

• Lower cost — Mediation typically costs significantly less than a contested court case, where attorney fees on both sides can quickly escalate into the tens of thousands of dollars.
• Faster resolution — Court cases can drag on for months or even years. Mediation sessions are scheduled at your convenience and can reach resolution in weeks.
• Less conflict — Mediation is a cooperative process, which is especially important when children are involved. It reduces hostility and helps both parties communicate more effectively.
• You stay in control — Rather than leaving decisions about your family to a judge, mediation lets both parties shape the outcome together.
• Legally binding results — Agreements reached in mediation are formalized into court-enforceable documents, giving you the same legal protection as a court order.

With over 45 years of experience, Attorney Bellomo guides both parties through the process with patience, fairness, and a focus on practical solutions that work for everyone involved.