Legal Separation
The Law is about interpretation and communication. Seeking out the right Legal advice and counsel can depend on many factors. Trust, time, and knowledge. Your case may be complicated or it may be simple. The only way you will know is to have a meeting with an Attorney. The emotional turmoil and stress you're going through is painful enough while the legal issues can be unbarring and complicated.
Our Attorneys are skilled at helping clients making the Legal Separation process as civil and uncomplicated as possible. This will save you both time and money. However, if the Opposing Side does not hold these ideals in high regard, we will be prepared to litigate at trial as zealously as necessary.
During your Initial Consultation you will learn all aspects of your case. Legal Separation is similar to Divorce. You file the same Petition as for a Dissolution in Family Court. Only you check the box for "Legal Separation" instead of "Dissolution". You still go through the processes of:
*Custody & Visitation
*Child Support
*Spousal Support
*Property Division & Characterization
And any other procedures that may apply such as:
*Paternity
*Domestic Violence
*Restraining Orders
*Child Abduction/Removal of Child
So then the question is:
Why would someone wish to file for Legal Separation?
*It doesn't require residency (i.e. 6 month) in California and 3 months in County
*It can be convert to Dissolution once residency is established
*You don't have to wait 6 months to file statutorily period from the time the other party is served/files a Response before Judgment of Legal Separation entered.
*It also does not terminate:
*Martial Status
*Social Security
*Health Insurance
A Legal Separation can be simple or complicated, it depends on many factors. Our Attorney's and staff are always up-to-date with the current laws, regulations, procedures, and necessary documents to be filed with the Courts that apply to your legal issue.
Representing clients in Santa Clara County, Alameda County, Santa Cruz County, San Mateo County, San Francisco County, San Benito County, Sonoma County, Monterey County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, San Joaquin County, and Sacramento County; to name a few.
Our Attorneys are skilled at helping clients making the Legal Separation process as civil and uncomplicated as possible. This will save you both time and money. However, if the Opposing Side does not hold these ideals in high regard, we will be prepared to litigate at trial as zealously as necessary.
During your Initial Consultation you will learn all aspects of your case. Legal Separation is similar to Divorce. You file the same Petition as for a Dissolution in Family Court. Only you check the box for "Legal Separation" instead of "Dissolution". You still go through the processes of:
*Custody & Visitation
*Child Support
*Spousal Support
*Property Division & Characterization
And any other procedures that may apply such as:
*Paternity
*Domestic Violence
*Restraining Orders
*Child Abduction/Removal of Child
So then the question is:
Why would someone wish to file for Legal Separation?
*It doesn't require residency (i.e. 6 month) in California and 3 months in County
*It can be convert to Dissolution once residency is established
*You don't have to wait 6 months to file statutorily period from the time the other party is served/files a Response before Judgment of Legal Separation entered.
*It also does not terminate:
*Martial Status
*Social Security
*Health Insurance
A Legal Separation can be simple or complicated, it depends on many factors. Our Attorney's and staff are always up-to-date with the current laws, regulations, procedures, and necessary documents to be filed with the Courts that apply to your legal issue.
When you consult with our Family Law Firm, you will be getting:
- Legal advice & counsel based on over 20 years experience
- A Certified Family Law Specialist by the State of California
- Access to any necessary outside resources needed such as psychologists, analysts, forensics CPA, private investigators
- An Attorney who is committed to community service
- Free Initial Consultation. Please read the FAQs prior to your Initial Consultation.
- A welcoming, child-friendly office filled with toys
- Attorneys who are well-respected by many Judges in many counties and within the legal community
Representing clients in Santa Clara County, Alameda County, Santa Cruz County, San Mateo County, San Francisco County, San Benito County, Sonoma County, Monterey County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, San Joaquin County, and Sacramento County; to name a few.