Attorney Profiles

Dedicated Rancho Cucamonga Divorce Attorneys

Ariel Carter, Senior Counsel

Ariel Carter is a Senior Counsel at the Family Law Advocacy Group who primarily focuses her practice in the area of family law, including divorce, child custody and visitation, and child support. She has appeared for hearings in Los Angeles, Orange County, Riverside, and San Bernardino courthouses.

Ms. Carter takes pride in her ability to passionately and aggressively represent her clients in all aspects of family law. He has successfully represented Doctors, Engineers, Certified Public Accountants, Business Owners, Police Officers, Firefighters, Real Estate Professionals, Union Workers, and Teachers. Ms. Carter prides herself on her ability to connect with her clients, as well as gain a keen understanding on each individual case. She utilizes the applicable laws to achieve the best outcome for her clients and their families.

Ms. Carter received her undergraduate degree from the University of New Haven and earned her Juris Doctor from Roger Williams University School of Law in Bristol, Rhode Island.

Aletha Smith, Associate Attorney

Aletha Smith is an Associate Attorney practicing in the area of family law, including divorce, child custody and visitation, and child support. Ms. Smith received her undergraduate degree from Western Michigan University; her Juris Doctor from Charleston School of Law; and her Masters from Central Michigan University.

Maria Akopyan, Associate Attorney

Maria Akopyan is an Associate Attorney practicing in the area of family law, including divorce, child custody and visitation, and child support. Ms. Akopyan received her undergraduate degree from the University of California Los Angeles and earned her Juris Doctor from Whittier College School of Law.

Aruna P. Rodrigo, Certified Family Law Specialist, Of Counsel

Aruna P. Rodrigo began his legal career in 2003 as a certified law clerk for an Inland Empire Family Law firm, and continued as an Associate and Supervising Attorney for the firm, where he primarily practiced Family Law. In 2010, Mr. Rodrigo joined an Inland Empire branch of one of the largest consumer law firms out of Chicago, Illinois as its Senior and Supervising Attorney.

Mr. Rodrigo earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice, a Juris Doctorate and a Master of Public Administration. He has been named a Southern California Super Lawyers Rising Star since 2014 and Certified Family Law Specialist in the State of California.

He regularly speaks at seminars, events, and training series for local attorneys and legal professionals. Mr. Rodrigo is actively involved in the community serving as a current board member of the San Bernardino County Red Cross and volunteer coach for AYSO Soccer.

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