Child Custody Representation in Murrieta and Temecula
Child custody is the most personal and consequential issue in any Murrieta or Temecula family law matter. At Furubotten Law, APC, attorney Denise Furubotten has represented Southwest Riverside County parents in custody proceedings for years — including complex cases at the Southwest Justice Center and Menifee Justice Center.
The Southwest Justice Center Recommending Mediation Process
One of the most important things Murrieta and Temecula parents need to understand is that Riverside County uses a recommending mediation model — which is fundamentally different from Orange County's process.
Under this model, when parents cannot reach a custody agreement during Family Court Services mediation, the mediator prepares a written recommendation and submits it directly to the judge. That recommendation carries substantial weight in the judge's ultimate decision. This makes preparation for mediation in Riverside County significantly more important than in many other California counties.
Denise Furubotten prepares every Southwest Justice Center client thoroughly for the mediation process — including how to present your relationship with your child, what the mediator is looking for, and how to avoid common mistakes that negatively affect the recommendation.
Custody Courts Serving the Temecula-Murrieta Area
- Southwest Justice Center — 30755-D Auld Road, Murrieta, CA 92563. Primary courthouse for Temecula, Murrieta, Lake Elsinore, and Wildomar custody matters.
- Menifee Justice Center — 27401 Menifee Center Drive, Menifee, CA 92584. Serves Menifee, Canyon Lake, and surrounding mid-county communities.
Last reviewed: May 2026 · Author: Denise Furubotten, Esq.