Michael R. Kilpatrick & Associates

Michael R. Kilpatrick & Associates is a Bakersfield, California law firm focused on family law matters. Led by Attorney Michael R. Kilpatrick, the firm emphasizes aggressive courtroom advocacy and appellate experience, representing clients across Kern County and throughout the state. The firm highlights more than three decades of practice serving California families.

The firm has built a reputation for handling complex, contested family matters including divorce, child custody, child support, visitation and annulment. Its practice combines trial-level litigation with appellate work, and the firm notes successful appeals at district and state levels as part of its record of shaping family case law in the Central Valley.

Client service centers on personalized, dedicated representation and close communication. Michael R. Kilpatrick & Associates pursues negotiated resolutions for clients who prefer settlement while maintaining trial-ready preparation for those matters that require aggressive courtroom advocacy to protect parental and client rights.