Family law can often have a lot of overlap with criminal law or civil law, but regardless of the central theme of the case, a family lawyer focuses on providing their clients with compassionate legal support that takes into account the many family dynamics that are at play during a case like this. Family lawyers cover a range of areas pertaining to family matters, including (but not limited to) divorce, adoption, child support, custody, domestic violence, and more. If you are preparing for any type of family law issue, contact our firm now to learn about the level of support that we can provide you with, and how we can help you work towards a favorable outcome for you and your loved ones.
Family law is complicated, not only because of the actual laws, but because of the emotional and relational issues that are so closely tied with this type of case. Divorces are some of the most common cases that family lawyers take on, and even the most seemingly-straightforward collaborative divorce can oftentimes come with high levels of anxiety and emotion. We are here to help you through this difficult process and to support you as we work towards an outcome that makes sense for everyone involved.
A family lawyer understands not only the legal process for these cases, but will take additional care to consider the needs and hopes of your family, and will prioritize your family welfare while identifying possible solutions to your legal issues. Whether you need support writing a prenuptial agreement, a divorce lawyer, or guidance while filing legal documents, we are here to help. Our history of experience with a range of family law cases is a great indication of the level of care and support that you will get as our client.
When you are working with attorney Linda A. Lindsey, you will be able to move forward with confidence that you have the right lawyer for the job and the compassion and care that you deserve through this difficult time.
Read more about family law in California below, and contact Lindsey Law A.P.C. as soon as possible to schedule your own initial consultation. During this consultation, we will be able to take a look at your situation from the perspective of an experienced family law firm and provide you with advice and guidance on how to move forward the right way. Additionally, we will be able to talk about the ways that we can work together best in order to provide you with the support that you need and deserve.
The following are the general categories of family law that we cover, but whether or not you see an area that specifically applies to your family law needs, contact us now to learn about how we can help.
After a divorce, or in the case of unmarried parents, agreeing to terms of custody can be emotional and difficult for everyone involved. The California courts prioritize the welfare of the children in any sort of family law case, and your custody case will be no different. We will help you lay out a clear argument for the custody arrangement that you are seeking and bring that argument to the courts.
When the parents of a child are not together, there will be a need for one parent to pay child support to the other so that each parent pays a fair amount of the costs. In order to determine the specifics of the child support payments, such as the length of the arrangement, the amount, and more, you will need to work with an attorney who can help you make sense of your options and present a clear case to the courts.
Divorces can be complicated and emotional, even when both spouses are in a seemingly-complete agreement about the terms of the divorce before requesting it to be finalized. More commonly, there are issues that each spouse may disagree on that requires legal support to reach a conclusion on, and even more commonly each spouse will simply benefit from having the guidance of an experienced attorney through each step of the process.
Per the Secretary of State: “Effective January 1, 2020, all couples regardless of age or sexual orientation that are eligible to be married may register with the California Secretary of State as domestic partners.” This eligibility comes after SB-30 was passed in July of 2019, and comes with a variety of benefits that you will be able to take advantage of with the help of a family lawyer in San Bernardino..
Domestic abuse is a serious and dangerous situation that a victim deserves comprehensive legal protection against. Family courts, as mentioned, specifically focus on providing compassionate support throughout a legal case, but it is equally important that you have your own representation to help provide you with safety and security through this entire process.
If you have a previous family court judgment that you believe needs to be modified for any reason, your best chances of a successful outcome will be to work with an experienced family lawyer. Some of the most common modifications are updates to child support, custody, and spousal support based on changes in one or both parents’ or spouses’ financial and personal situations.
After a divorce, there may be one spouse who is left with significantly less financial support than they were accustomed to during the marriage. In certain cases, the dependent spouse may be able to request that the courts mandate spousal support and set fair terms for the duration and amount of the payments. These payments are important for someone who feels trapped in a marriage due to monetary reliance, and we will help you get the money that you deserve so that you can make the right decision for your life.