Guiding Clients Toward Positive Outcomes
Every divorce case in California presents a unique, and sometimes complex, set of facts. Competent, knowledgeable legal counsel can help you resolve any uncertainty you may have about your rights and your options for pursuing an equitable and just outcome.
At the Family Law Center — located just outside Santa Rosa — our two knowledgeable, independent lawyers* are dedicated exclusively to divorce and other aspects of family law. To schedule a free 30-minute consultation with, please contact us today.
Understanding the California Divorce Process
Before your divorce — also known as a dissolution — can be made final, the family court will need to resolve any contested issues and approve any settlement agreements that you and your spouse have made. The following are the main issues addressed in divorce cases:
- Custody and support: If you and your spouse have children, a parenting plan and child support order will need to be put in place in order to provide for their care and support.
- Property division: In California, most assets and debts acquired during marriage are considered community property and must be divided — usually on a 50/50 basis — in divorce. The issue of who was at fault for your divorce has no bearing on this process.
- Spousal support: If one spouse has become financially dependent on the other, the court may order temporary spousal support during the divorce and permanent or long-term spousal support — also known as alimony — going forward.
Whether you and your spouse are in agreement on how you want your divorce to proceed or some issues remain contested, it is always a good idea to get legal advice. There are many unexpected circumstances that can occur during and after a divorce case.
Providing Representation to Meet Your Needs
Our attorneys assist clients with all aspects of the divorce process, tailoring our representation to each client's circumstances and goals. We also counsel clients on the closely related topics of legal separation and the dissolution of registered same-sex domestic partnerships.
Whether you are interested in filing for divorce or have been served with divorce papers, we encourage you to contact us to discuss how we can help you pursue a positive outcome.
*Becky Rasmason is a Certified Family Law Specialist, certified by the Board of Legal Specialization of the State Bar of California.
