A legal separation is not the same thing as a divorce, but you are likely to still have to go over some of the same issues. For example, in a separation, you may discuss alimony, child custody, and the division of property.

In most cases, one or both parents will be granted custody of the children in a divorce case. In the situations where one parent does not receive custody, they will typically be given visitation rights.

If you and your spouse are currently going through a divorce or you are having trouble agreeing on a visitation schedule or child custody agreement, we can help. Our firm is highly experienced at dealing with matters of child custody and visitation and we work towards obtaining a positive result for you. We know that your rights as a parent are at stake and we take our obligations very seriously.

• When the court is deciding child custody, there are a number of factors they may consider, such as:
• The current relationship between the parent and child
• Where each parent lives
• The child’s preferences regarding custody

There are many different elements of the divorce process, especially when it comes to agreeing on support payments, debts, and your assets. Depending on the exact circumstances, your financial standing may be affected.

How one's assets will be distributed and whether or not on will have to give up their financial assets and property in a divorce is one of the biggest concerns we hear at Ross Family Law. If you and your spouse have decided to go your separate ways, and you would like to ensure that your interests and assets are protected, you should hire our experienced Pleasanton family law attorneys. Our team is dedicated to helping our clients get through the divorce process as smoothly as possible. We understand that you may be concerned about your ability to keep your personal belongings and assets from being wrongfully taken away.

In a divorce case, property division is looked at in the following two categories:

• Community property: Community property includes personal and real property that was acquired during the marriage and will be split between the two spouses when the marriage ends in divorce. This typically includes income, commercial and residential real estate, and other assets.
• Separate property: Specific property or assets that were given to you (including inheritances) are considered to be separate property. Additionally, property or financial assets that were acquired before the marriage will be regarded as separate property and will not be divided between spouses.

Working Hard to Protect Your Assets

One of the main causes that a divorce case goes to litigation is over property division, which can cause you and your spouse to argue and feel stressed out. Having Pleasanton divorce lawyers on your side can make the process easier to handle for everyone involved. Property division can be addressed in a variety of ways, including going through the divorce process under collaborative law without the need for litigation. Regardless of your unique situation, our team is here to help.

To request your case evaluation, contact us in Pleasanton today at (925) 308-9920.

Mediation allows you to settle the terms of your marriage dissolution out of court. You can save on court costs, benefit from better communication with your spouse, and attempt to reach an amicable resolution.

Contested divorce occurs when couples come to a standstill and cannot agree to the terms of their divorce settlement. Even when an attorney steps in to facilitate the decision-making, the couple may need to appear before a judge to decide on the arrangements.

An uncontested divorce is often considered the simpler of the two. Couples tend to agree on most matters, though it does not necessarily mean there is a lack of contention. Couples may still argue about certain issues, but have resolved the matter before needing to bring it to court.

Comprehensive Family Law Representation

When you choose the right law firm to assist you with your divorce case, you will likely find that the process is less stressful for everyone involved. If you want to protect your assets and your future, you deserve the skilled legal support we will offer you. With more than a decade of experience in family law, we are here to assist you in any way possible.

Call us now at (925) 308-9920 to schedule a case consultation.