Irvine Contested Divorce Lawyers
Experienced Contested Divorce Attorneys Serving Orange County, CA
When you are going through a divorce, it is not uncommon to have disagreements with your spouse about various issues. In fact, it is rare for a couple to agree on every aspect of a divorce. If you are unable to resolve your disputes outside of court, your case will be considered a contested divorce, which means that a judge will have to make the final decisions about your divorce.
The Irvine contested divorce attorneys at Kirk & Toberty, Attorneys at Law, have extensive experience helping clients through the contested divorce process. We understand that the idea of going to court can be intimidating, but we are here to provide the support and guidance you need to get through this process.
Contact us online or at (949) 416-2215 to schedule an appointment with our experienced contested divorce lawyers in Irvine.
What Is a Contested Divorce?
A contested divorce is any divorce in which the spouses cannot agree on the terms of the divorce. This can include disagreements about various issues, including property division, child custody, child support, and spousal support. If you and your spouse cannot reach an agreement about how to resolve these issues, you will have to go to court and have a judge make the decisions.
Some of the most common issues that lead to contested divorces include:
- Property Division: California is a community property state, which means that all property and assets acquired during the marriage are considered to be owned equally by both spouses. However, there are exceptions to this rule, and property division can be a complex process. If you and your spouse cannot agree on how to divide your property, the court will make the decisions for you.
- Child Custody: If you have children, you will have to create a parenting plan that outlines how your children will be cared for after the divorce. This can include where your children will live, how much time they will spend with each parent, and how decisions about their care will be made. If you and your spouse cannot agree on a parenting plan, the court will create one for you.
- Child Support: In California, child support is based on a formula that takes into account the income of both parents, as well as a variety of other factors. However, there are circumstances that can affect how much child support is awarded. If you and your spouse cannot agree on child support, the court will make the decisions for you.
- Spousal Support: Spousal support, also known as alimony, is not awarded in every divorce. However, if one spouse earns significantly more money than the other, a judge may order temporary or permanent spousal support. If you and your spouse cannot agree on spousal support, the court will make the decisions for you.
If you and your spouse cannot reach an agreement about any of these issues, you will have to go to court and have a judge make the decisions. This can be a lengthy and expensive process, which is why it is important to try to resolve your disputes outside of court if possible.
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