Orange County Family Law
With over 100 years of combined legal experience, our team is highly qualified to provide legal services for your most difficult family circumstances.
Orange County Family Law Attorney
Family Law/ Divorce
Hiring the right attorney for a family law case is of the utmost importance. Family law is a broad area of the legal system but encompasses some of the most personal and valuable parts of our lives. Going through a change in your family can be joyful, complicated, frustrating, or all of the above. Though every situation is different, the process is sure to be emotional and requires a unique blend of sensitivity and ruthlessness during the legal process.
At DeArmey Law, we have expertly trained attorneys to help you with any family law cases. We are well-versed and knowledgeable about the legal details surrounding family law, but we also run our firm on a foundation of compassion, empathy, and open-mindedness. Our attorneys will walk with you every step of the way to ensure that you feel comfortable about the process and confident in the results. Family law is like no other facet of the legal system, so we provide a unique approach to these cases that you won’t be able to find elsewhere. Though the umbrella of the legal system treats many cases as the same, we see each client’s journey as a unique experience. We meet clients where they are.
Seeking a Local Orange County Family Lawyer?
Family law is a fairly broad category, encompassing a lot of very common situations. From divorce to custody to paternity cases, if there is a case dealing with family structures or disagreements, it’s likely you’ll need a family law expert attorney. This is not an area of law that is suitable for just any attorney, and it’s important to be sure that your lawyer is properly versed in not only federal laws but also local laws. Your state or county may have detailed or specific rules about family law cases, and a lawyer who is not local and up to date will be unable to accurately fight your case in court. This is why DeArmey Law employs the best Orange County Family Law Attorneys so that we can help members of our community with a deep understanding of local and state laws.
Family Law Practice Areas
There are many areas of law in which DeArmey Law attorneys excel, and family law is certainly one of them. We have a broad range of family law services available to you, and you can be assured that we have a deep understanding of the laws surrounding each one. Our attorneys would not take your family into their hands without being completely confident in their ability to accurately and successfully represent you. We offer a broad range of family law services, as listed below.
Divorce
All divorces are different because all people are different. If you’re seeking a divorce, it’s important to find an attorney who will listen to your unique situation and proceed with your case accordingly. Though the media often depicts divorce as dramatic and hate-filled, many divorces are not this way. With the right attorney, the process can be smooth and as painless as possible. At DeArmey Law, we help you both to see the bigger picture of your divorce and settle on terms that truly work for you in the long term.
Why a Divorce Attorney Is Important
No matter the circumstances surrounding divorce, uprooting your life and negotiating the terms of your new situation can be emotional and stressful. Without a lawyer to oversee the division of assets, it’s easy to misunderstand and place blame. With an attorney, you can be sure that a third party will see the situation from a level-headed perspective and provide advice based on what is fair. Legally speaking, asset division is complicated, especially on joint purchases and sentimental items. With a proper attorney on your side, you can be sure that your assets have all been considered and the division is equitable. For more information about DeArmey Law’s divorce services, please contact us.
Child Support
Your children are your top priority. Luckily, they are also the top priority of the courts. In divorce or separation cases, the children’s best interest includes creating and upholding a child support agreement. In Orange County, and in the entire state of California, child support is the responsibility of both parents until the child reaches 18. If your child has a mental or physical disability, the support may last longer. In any case, it’s incredibly important that you and your child’s other parent come to a fair agreement surrounding child support expectations. These agreements depend upon both parents’ income and time spent with each parent, among other factors.
Why a Child Support Attorney Is Important
In matters of child well-being, adult emotions and problems often get in the way. We at DeArmey Law are here to prioritize all child support agreements on the children at hand. An attorney ensures that your child support agreement is not only legal but that it can be upheld by the courts. This protects you and your children in the event that the child’s other parent attempts to neglect their child support payments or duties. Without an attorney, there is nothing legally enforcing timely payments.
Additionally, your agreement will depend on your particular situation. A variety of factors go into child support agreements, so it’s important that a lawyer helps you determine what payment or visitation amounts will create a fair balance between parents. For these reasons, we strongly suggest that you seek out an experienced child support attorney at DeArmey Law to help you.
Spousal Support
Divorce presents myriad changes and challenges. For some, these changes can mean financial insecurity and a steep decline in the quality of their standard of living. To combat these issues, spousal support may be appropriate. These payments may not last forever, but they will certainly make sure that both parties in a divorce have the financial foundation to begin a new life.
Why a Spousal Support Attorney Is Important
Spousal support agreements are based on a number of factors. Not every couple’s divorce justifies one member paying spousal support, so it’s best to consult an attorney to see if your situation qualifies. The terms of the support agreement are also determined by several aspects of your relationship. Because no two situations are the same, hiring a spousal support attorney ensures that the payment agreements are fair. They also provide the ability to legally enforce the agreement, an impossible situation if you don’t use an attorney to negotiate the terms for you. You can find out more information about DeArmey Law’s spousal support services online.
Parentage & Paternity
Determining the paternity of a child can relieve a slew of issues. Without having legally documented paternity, it is difficult to enforce child support agreements. This ambiguity can also harm the child or children at hand, who sometimes feel a lack of stability or identity, not knowing who both of their parents are. Confirmed paternity can help with visitation and custody schedules and agreements and helps to negotiate long-distance parenting as well. These agreements all benefit the well-being of the children involved, and it’s important to make sure that you and your child’s other parent are doing everything that you can to support your child properly. Though nearly half of all children are born to unmarried parents in our modern society, parentage is only assumed or easily confirmed if the couple is legally wed. So, if you and your child’s other parent aren’t married, the non-birthing parent does not necessarily have any rights or responsibilities when it comes to the child.
Why a Parentage/Paternity Lawyer Is Important
Determining paternity is not always an easy process, and it’s highly recommended that you seek legal help to do so. Because paternity is so integral to your child’s well-being, it’s best to hire an attorney who can walk through the process with you and who can ensure that the results are ethically sound. The attorneys at DeArmey Law can also help to make sure that any resulting responsibilities are effectively enforced through the court system.
Domestic Violence
Physical, emotional, or mental abuse in the home is not okay. It’s imperative that your home is safe for you and your children at all times, so if anyone inside your home is threatening the overall comfort and safety, they need to be brought to justice. There are many resources available in Orange County for victims of domestic violence, and the first step is to get to safety and call a trusted attorney.
Why a Domestic Violence Attorney Is Important
The only way to be completely sure that you are legally protected from your abuser is to hire an attorney to help you file essential paperwork and fight your case in court. There is only so much that can be done without the court’s involvement, especially when it comes to the custody of your children. By bringing a domestic violence case to court, you are ensuring your safety and the safety of your children. Learn more about DeArmey Law’s domestic violence services online or call (866) 783-4873.
Prenuptial Agreements
Many people are shocked to find how common prenuptial agreements are for couples getting married. Though it may not be high on your planning list, settling a contract before you walk down the aisle can save you a lot of time and money in case of divorce. These agreements vary from couple to couple and can be as strict or as lenient as you see fit for your relationship.
Why a Prenuptial Attorney Is Important
To be sure that the terms of your premarital agreement are legal and fair, it’s essential to hire an attorney. As with any legal document, the terms need to be crafted following certain criteria and laws and signed properly to be enforceable and legally binding. Having an attorney on hand to help you not only ensures the legitimacy of the document; an attorney also keeps the stress off your shoulders so you can focus on your upcoming big day. An attorney from DeArmey Law’s premarital agreement services can make sure your rights are protected; get in touch today.
Business and Property Valuations
When going through a divorce, one of the hardest and trickiest aspects is dividing assets that are in the form of property or business ventures. Many couples put a lot of work into building their home or business. Dividing it when the marriage ends is emotional and complicated. Evaluating the value of these assets helps to fairly divide them and be sure that the divorce can be legally upheld.
Why a Valuation Attorney Is Important
The laws surrounding home and business ownership are complicated. It’s not always possible to sell the house and split the profits. A lot of the valuation has to do with whether the property is considered community property or separate property. The two are difficult to discern; an experienced attorney can ensure that the process is done correctly during your divorce proceedings. DeArmey Law offers both property valuation services and business evaluation services. Contact us to learn more.
When it comes to your family, it’s important that you approach any legal cases with everyone’s best interest at heart. Finding a proper lawyer is the best way to ensure that everyone’s needs are met, that your agreements are fair and that the contracts are legally binding. At DeArmey Law, we pride ourselves on being experts in the field of family law. For over 40 years, we’ve approached these cases with the utmost sincerity, compassion, and pride. We are passionate about making sure that our clients have the resources and help they need to enter a new chapter of their family lives happily and safely.
Our experienced and compassionate firm understands the complications of daily life and all the legal questions that people face. Each situation and client offer a unique process. We pride ourselves on the care and attention to detail that we provide to achieve that for them. No matter your situation, the expert attorneys at DeArmey Law can work with you to find a suitable solution to all of your family law cases. Contact us today to begin your journey to a happier, healthier family life.
Orange County Practice Areas
Practice Areas
Divorce
Divorce can be an extremely painful process for everyone in the family. We understand the difficulties of dealing with complex questions and heightened emotions surrounding divorce, and we will work with you to help you through this transition time in a manner that’s as fair as possible but that still protects your interests.
Child Custody/Visitations
Children often suffer the brunt in contentious custody disputes. We put your children first, working with you to ensure their best interests at all times. Helping our clients with child focused solutions is often the best way to bring a matter to resolution quickly.
Child Support
The law is very clear that supporting your children is the financial priority in divorce cases. We’ll fight to make sure your children are provided for, and we’ll also work to ensure both parents are paying their fair share.
Parentage/Paternity
Uncertainties about parentage can cause a slew of problems. We can help establish the confidential parentage of your child, both to ensure your rights as a parent as well as enforcing the legal responsibilities of the other parent.
Spousal Support
If you were supported financially in a marriage and are unable to support yourself outside it, we will fight to ensure you receive the full measure of spousal support to which you are entitled to under the law. Family Code §4320 outlines several factors that Courts take into consideration in making permanent support orders. We educate our clients as to their rights and responsibilities regarding Spousal Support in order to help them achieve financial stability.
Property Divisions
Since California is a community property state, property divisions in a divorce can be quite contentious and tricky. We can help you with the characterization and evaluation of property to determine what classifies as community property, and we can help you negotiate a solution that works for you.
Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is a prosecutable crime, but it can also weigh heavily in divorce cases, especially when it comes to custody and visitation. We’ll fight to make sure you and your children are protected and safe. We also defend those who have been wrongfully accused by a parent trying to use the DVPA as a sword instead of a shield as it was intended.
Business Valuations
Dividing business ownership during a divorce can be complex and contentious. We’ll help you look at all factors to determine exactly what your business is worth.
Pre-Marital Agreements
Setting up a pre-marital agreement before marrying can save a lot of heartache and contention in the unhappy event of divorce. We'll help you hammer out an agreement that is fair to both of you. These agreements can be complex and the law is ever changing. We will take the procedural steps necessary to provide the stability the parties are seeking from their Pre-Marital Agreement. At DeArmey Law, we’re committed to helping our clients see the “bigger picture” in matters of family law, and we seek to help them find solutions that work for their lives long-term. To learn more about how we can help, call our offices today for a free initial consultation.
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With over 100 years of combined legal experience, our team is highly qualified to provide legal services for your most difficult family circumstances.
