Divorce – Overview

A divorce is the legal recognition that a marriage has terminated and that the parties no longer owe marital obligations to each other. After a divorce, the parties may remarry. However, a divorce, also called a dissolution of marriage, results in a number of issues, including child support, child custody, spousal support, and division of property and debt. A Southern California divorce lawyer these issues and will help you understand your situation.

California is a no-fault divorce jurisdiction, meaning that a married couple may be divorced for “irreconcilable differences,” which basically means for any reason. The parties need not prove cheating, abuse, or addiction to get a divorce, and the divorce court will not hear such matters unless it is relevant to some other issue, such as child custody.

If the parties substantially agree on major issues, then the divorce process may be simple and quick, especially if couple has not been married long, does not have children, and does not have many assets or debts. However, if the parties do not agree on the fundamental issues, such as child support, spousal support, or division of property, then a divorce can be a long and contentious ordeal.

If you are going through a contested divorce, you will need an experienced Southern California divorce attorney to aggressively represent your interests in divorce court. Even if you anticipate a quick divorce, it is in your best interest to at least consult with a divorce lawyer to explain your situation to you.

If you or someone you know is considering divorce, you will need a skilled Southern California divorce lawyer to advise you of your rights. At Wallin & Klarich, we have helped people going through divorce for over 30 years. Call us today at (888) 749-7428. We will be there when you call.