San Bernardino Family Law and Divorce Lawyer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a contested divorce?

A contested divorce is when both parties are not able to come to a mutual agreement on either the divorce or the terms of a settlement, or both. A contested divorce will result in both parties having to go to court and have a judge resolve the contested matters.

How is spousal support or alimony considered?

If a spouse will have a financial hardship due to a divorce, spousal support or alimony may be considered. Basically, the law states that an individual has the right to maintain the standard of living that they were accustomed to during their marriage. However, if both spouses are employed and self sufficient or were married for a very short period, spousal support will most likely not be considered.

Who pays child support and how is child support determined?

The person who is ordered to pay child support is the one with whom the child does not legally reside, or the “noncustodial parent”. Child support is then determined by that parent’s income and the amount of time that they spend with the child. A judge will, however, have the final decision as to how much child support will need to be paid.

How long does it take for a divorce to be final?

Depending on whether or not both spouses can come to an agreement, a divorce typically takes 6 months or more to become final. Even if there is a mutual agreement, in the state of California there is a zero to 6 month waiting period after the divorce petition is filed with the court and served on the other spouse.  A judge however can make a final ruling on the divorce before the waiting period is over, but you still have to wait for the waiting period to end before your marriage is legally dissolved.

Why hire a family law and divorce attorney?

Whether or not you are facing a contested or uncontested divorce or a family law matter, it would be in your best interest to hire a professional San Bernardino family law and divorce attorney immediately. A family law and divorce attorney will protect your rights and help make sure that you receive a fair and just outcome for your case. An experienced family law and divorce lawyer also understands the complex legalities surrounding family law issues or a divorce and will be able to assist you with all the required documentation to be filed within the San Bernardino, Riverside or Temecula Courts.

Do you offer a free case evaluation and consultation?

Yes! At The Law Office of Michael R. Young we offer a free evaluation and consultation of your divorce or family law case. We have almost 10 years of legal knowledge and experience with all types of family law matters. As a professional San Bernardino divorce lawyer, Mr. Young will sit down with you and discuss your situation in depth and answer any questions that you may have. We hope to give you a better understanding of your situation and give you legal guidance as to what your next legal step should be to move forward with your case.

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