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Dissolution of marriage representation begins even before preparation of the petition.  What follows the petition can be complex and includes disclosures, further discovery, requests for orders, mediation, settlement negotiation and even trial before a final judgment.  Even after judgment further work may be necessary to divide assets and address ongoing support and custody issues.

A topic that used to be “kept in the family” or swept under the rug, domestic violence and harassment have been more prevalent in the news and media today than ever before. As a result, a lot of people are wondering how it is legally defined, where victims can find emotional and legal help, and what can be done to prevent it in the future. 

This is an ongoing concern for many client's with children.  Our goal is to minimize the time you spend in court addressing custody and visitation issues, and maximize your time with your children.  A 50-50 custody arrangement is not always possible or desired.  Changes in circumstances can lead to further disputes.  Such disputes should not go unrepresented.

These agreements establish property and financial rights of each spouse in the event of divorce.  They can protect assets like a family business and serve other important functions.  A properly drafted agreement can prevent costly disputes and losses to your assets in the future.

Not all single parents are capable of fully supporting their children.  California has specific law to dictate the calculations of child support.  Careful understanding of these standards is necessary to best ensure the amount is correctly calculated.  This can be a costly matter, but involving attorneys does not mean this needs to go to court.

 Grandparents have the right to file for visitation when the grandchild’s parents are divorced, unmarried, or separated. This encompasses a broad spectrum of family dynamics, acknowledging that the stability and presence of grandparents can contribute significantly to a child’s well-being during these challenging times. Moreover, even if the grandchild is not currently residing with either parent, a grandparent can still assert their right to visitation.