Orange Coast Family Law, APC provides personalized representation by experienced attorneys who will help you through each step of your family law case. Our attorneys take the time to help you understand the court process, your options and your rights because we care. Our attorneys are parents and spouses. We understand the human aspect of family law matters.
From the very beginning of our representation we will have a dialogue with you about the overall strategy for your case. As your case proceeds, we will revisit strategic decision-making when necessary. We provide the quality representation you deserve, and our confidence and warm professionalism will provide you with reassurance you are in good hands.
Filing Your Petition for Dissolution of Marriage & the Next Steps Starting Your Dissolution Case To open a dissolution of marriage action in family court, the "Petitioner" the spouse initiating. Enforcement of Your Out-of-State Custody Order If you have moved to the state of California from another state, you may register your out-of-state custody order for purposes of enforcement.
From the very beginning of our representation we will have a dialogue with you about the overall strategy for your case. As your case proceeds, we will revisit strategic decision-making when necessary. We provide the quality representation you deserve, and our confidence and warm professionalism will provide you with reassurance you are in good hands.
Filing Your Petition for Dissolution of Marriage & the Next Steps Starting Your Dissolution Case To open a dissolution of marriage action in family court, the "Petitioner" the spouse initiating. Enforcement of Your Out-of-State Custody Order If you have moved to the state of California from another state, you may register your out-of-state custody order for purposes of enforcement.
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We focus our strategy on the issues that are important to you, with an eye toward resolving those issues through settlement where possible.
Rather than a "fight and win at all costs" approach (which can increase the cost of litigation), our approach is to "strategize and resolve" as many issues as possible outside of court in order to reduce the high cost of litigation.
As parents, spouses and siblings, we understand the human aspect of family law, and we care about our clients.
We keep you informed throughout each step of your case, and we explain the process, your options and your rights so you can make informed choices.
Rather than a "fight and win at all costs" approach (which can increase the cost of litigation), our approach is to "strategize and resolve" as many issues as possible outside of court in order to reduce the high cost of litigation.
As parents, spouses and siblings, we understand the human aspect of family law, and we care about our clients.
We keep you informed throughout each step of your case, and we explain the process, your options and your rights so you can make informed choices.
Divorce (also called "dissolution of marriage") is a difficult process.
There are various complex factors to consider, including: child custody, visitation, child support, spousal support and the division of marital assets and debts.
California is a "no-fault" divorce state, which means neither spouse needs to prove the other spouse is the reason for the divorce.
Rather, you or your spouse may simply state there are "irreconcilable differences" or there has been an "irreparable breakdown of the marriage" when filing for divorce.
There are various complex factors to consider, including: child custody, visitation, child support, spousal support and the division of marital assets and debts.
California is a "no-fault" divorce state, which means neither spouse needs to prove the other spouse is the reason for the divorce.
Rather, you or your spouse may simply state there are "irreconcilable differences" or there has been an "irreparable breakdown of the marriage" when filing for divorce.
Property is generally referred to as anything that can be purchased or sold (house, car, furniture, etc.) or anything that has value (bank accounts, retirement plans, stocks, life insurance with cash value, a business, etc.).
In California, a property is characterized as a community or separate property.
Each spouse owns one-half of the community property and is responsible for one-half of the community debt-even if only one spouse incurred the debt during the marriage.
Usually, community property and debts are divided equally between the spouses.
In California, a property is characterized as a community or separate property.
Each spouse owns one-half of the community property and is responsible for one-half of the community debt-even if only one spouse incurred the debt during the marriage.
Usually, community property and debts are divided equally between the spouses.
Child support is the amount of money a court orders a parent to pay each month to help pay for a child's living expenses (such as food, clothing, medical care and educational costs).
California law requires both parents to be equally responsible for providing for their child's financial needs-regardless of whether the parents are married or unmarried.
However, the court cannot enforce this obligation until it makes a child support order.
If one of the parents is receiving public assistance, or if a case has been opened with the Department of Child Support Services (DCSS), the state agency will automatically start a child support case against the other parent.
California law requires both parents to be equally responsible for providing for their child's financial needs-regardless of whether the parents are married or unmarried.
However, the court cannot enforce this obligation until it makes a child support order.
If one of the parents is receiving public assistance, or if a case has been opened with the Department of Child Support Services (DCSS), the state agency will automatically start a child support case against the other parent.
We are sensitive to the fact that legal fees can add up quickly and are not entirely within your control given that you can regulate your own choices and conduct-but not decisions made by your spouse, former spouse or the other parent.
We can personalize our services based on your needs.
We can prepare legal documents on either an hourly or flat fee basis.
We also provide legal services on a full scope and a limited scope basis-depending on the circumstances.
If you are comfortable navigating certain parts of your family law case on your own, in a self-represented capacity, but interested in having a licensed attorney prepare your family law forms and/or pleadings, let's have a conversation to determine if we can assist you.
We can personalize our services based on your needs.
We can prepare legal documents on either an hourly or flat fee basis.
We also provide legal services on a full scope and a limited scope basis-depending on the circumstances.
If you are comfortable navigating certain parts of your family law case on your own, in a self-represented capacity, but interested in having a licensed attorney prepare your family law forms and/or pleadings, let's have a conversation to determine if we can assist you.
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