MORE THAN JUST EXPERIENCE
We Offer Integrity, Commitment, Results
Brandmeyer Gilligan Dockstader & Davidson, LLP has been assisting individuals and their families with family law matters for more than 40 years.
As the largest family law firm in the greater South Bay area, Brandmeyer Gilligan Dockstader & Davidson, LLP (BGDD) has the dedication and experience required to handle every type of family law matter. Specializing in complex family matters, BGDD has a staff of nine experienced attorneys. Combining top-notch litigators with experts in non-litigation alternatives, BGDD emerges as one of the most well-rounded firms in the family law practice area in Southern California.
BGDD has the resources and services associated with a large firm yet still provides clients the personal attention of a smaller firm at every step of the process so that the best possible outcome can be achieved. From litigation to mediation to collaborative divorce, BGDD has a proven track record of favorably resolving cases through skilled representation and strong advocacy.
With offices in the World Trade Center in Long Beach, Manhattan Beach and in Irvine, our firm is the largest family law firm in the greater South Bay area. We represent clients in family law courts throughout Los Angeles, Orange, and Riverside counties. read more
Meet the Team
At Brandmeyer Gilligan Dockstader & Davidson, LLP, our team of attorneys have decades of experience representing clients in all aspects of family law. We recognize that family law cases involve sensitive issues and can be emotionally draining on the client. We are dedicated to providing our clients the highest quality legal service to effectively represent them. read more
Upcoming News & Events
John T. Bachmayer participated as a Judge in the 3rd Annual California Classic Moot Court Competition held on Saturday, April 28, 2012 at Westwood college, Anaheim, CA.
Super Lawyers has selected Brian K. Brandmeyer, John J. Gilligan and Kimberley K. Davidson for inclusion in Los Angeles Magazine and Super Lawyer Magazine’s 2012 edition of Southern California Super Lawyers. Janet Dockstader has been selected as a 2012 Southern California Rising Star.
Janet E. Dockstader has been appointed as a Trustee of the Aquarium of the Pacific. Janet’s leadership and dedication, both in the courtroom and in the Long Beach community, has had a major influence in her ongoing professional activities throughout the years.
Kimberly K. Davidson will lead a panel discussion regarding new developments in divorce law in our changing economy for the Los Angeles County Bar Association on May 5th and May 6th.
Barbara E. McNamara is the facilitator of the Divorce/Separation Support Group at St. Bonaventure Catholic Church in Huntington Beach which holds bi-monthly meetings on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month. Next meetings: May 1st and May 15th
