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Hopefully, once you start divorce proceedings or a custody case, things go quickly, and you can iron out your differences and move on with life. However, that isn’t always the case. Sometimes, one spouse refuses to cooperate or be reasonable. In those cases, you might have an issue that cannot wait for a trial. In these situations, you should be made aware of relief available for you before trial.  If you are considering divorce or have been served with divorce or separation documents, contact an Arcadia family law attorney to ensure that you know your rights.  Temporary Relief Often, when an issue needs immediate attention, you can ask the court to rule on that issue before the final hearing. In most cases, the court issues a temporary order. The temporary order is often made permanent at the final hearing.  The relief is known as a request for order, sometimes referred to as an RFO. In short, you motion the court to ask for the particular relief you need, such as payment of child support, visitation, or payment of bills. What Issues Can I Ask for in an RFO? You can use an RFO to ask for most relief, including:  Child Support If you are separated, but your spouse or partner refuses to contribute financially to their child, you ask the court to order child support. Your attorney will gather the financial information required from you and your spouse or partner and draft a request for order for child support to file with the court.  Time-Sharing You can use a request for order to ask for time-sharing or to deny time-sharing in appropriate circumstances. You might be entitled to time-sharing, but your spouse or partner continuously disallows your children to visit.  In other cases, your spouse might have the children, but they have issues, such as substance abuse, or might be physically and emotionally abusive to the children. In this case, you can ask the court for sole custody or supervised visitation for your spouse.  Spousal Support If you stay home to raise the kids or allow your spouse to obtain a degree to better their financial well-being, you might need spousal support until you get on your feet. You can use an RFO to ask the court for spousal support while you get back on your feet.  Parenting Schedule Knowing when you can see your kids allows both parents to schedule activities or work. If one parent refuses to implement a fair and reasonable parenting schedule based on both parties’ work schedules, you can use an RFO to ask the court for a parenting schedule in the children’s best interests.  Payment of Bills In some cases, one of the spouses hasn’t worked but instead stayed home to care for the children. If the spouse that stayed home keeps the marital home, they might need help paying some of the bills to keep the house. You can ask the court for financial support from the working spouse to help pay bills.  Contact an Arcadia Family Lawyer If you are ready to file for divorce or separation, or if your spouse has already filed, contact an Arcadia family law attorney for a free consultation. [yotuwp type=”videos” id=”GjTbu4obsYw” ]

While you might want to handle your own divorce, or you’re thinking should you hire a family law attorney? We generally do not recommend going through this process without representation. Any case has the potential to become complicated, and you want an attorney there to help you throughout the process. Having children and real estate usually means your issue is more complex since you need to determine fair time-sharing for the kids and a fair way to distribute the equity in the house.  Variables to Consider When you and your spouse decide that you can no longer live together, you have many decisions to make. You must discuss the property, your business, your children, retirement accounts, and potentially more. When it comes to the property division, you and your spouse might come to an agreement, but you should still consider hiring a family attorney. You could potentially end up with the short end of the stick or inaccurately value your assets.  Similarly, you can say the same thing about time-sharing for your children. It’s better to retain a family law attorney to help you draft a marital settlement agreement and ensure it’s enforceable. Marital Settlement Agreement Should your spouse break your agreement, you can hold them responsible for the breach of the settlement agreement if adequately written. Your attorney will also add precautions to the contract if your spouse tries to breach the agreement.  This is particularly important if you have minor children. The settlement agreement will have the child support, visitation times, and other requirements and arrangements regarding your children. The contracts will have your signatures, making it much easier for the court to enforce the agreement.  Resolution of Your Case In some cases, working with an attorney can help you resolve your claim much quicker. If you have to go back and forth with your spouse, they could be less than accommodating and take too much time to respond.   Your attorney ensures that you do not miss deadlines and will take action against your spouse if they do not meet specific deadlines. In some cases, when a spouse does not respond, the court could default the case or sanction your spouse. When an agreement is in writing and written correctly, it is easier for the court to enforce it.  Contact an Arcadia Family Law Attorney If you’re thinking about whether or not you should hire a family law attorney, call our office for a free case evaluation. Contact us now. [yotuwp type=”videos” id=”U9CsLXYYcHk” ]

DVRO stands for a domestic violence restraining order. A California court may issue these orders when someone is accusing a family member or significant other of domestic violence. Despite seemingly being necessary to a serious related domestic violence situation, DVROs can be a strategic measure to set forth future court orders. In other words, the allegation itself is usually the real mark that someone may want permanently stamped on your record. To combat these aggressive tactics, speaking with a dedicated restraining order lawyer in Arcadia is crucial to defending your reputation. For this reason, if you obtain a DVRO, it’s vital to know what you are dealing with. You will need an experienced attorney on your side. Choosing the Right Attorney It can be stressful dealing with a DVRO, especially when the related allegations are unsubstantiated. One of the most critical aspects of being served a DVRO is choosing the right attorney. You want an attorney who is experienced and knowledgeable about the law. One who has direct experience and time spent in the court systems. That way, they will know and consider which judicial officer has your case, whether a judge or a commissioner. This is important because every judge and commissioner rules on matters differently. When your attorney understands the judicial officer and their history with related domestic violence cases, they can better direct your case and advise you of the best courses of action. Preparing for a DVRO Court Case To prepare yourself for a DVRO, especially if children are involved, it’s essential to ensure no orders are granted for the alleged victim. This is particularly true if the allegations are unfounded. Unfortunately, it’s not uncommon for clients to come to an attorney with a DVRO that accuses them of molestation of a child, abuse of a partner or ex-spouse, allegations of verbal abuse, or things of this nature. In these situations, you may understandably feel frightened about what could happen. Because matters of custody are highly sensitive, an aggressive child custody attorney in Arcadia can help protect your parental rights. Indeed, things can become extremely messy if you do not conduct yourself well or make sound decisions regarding your legal representation after being served. Again, it would be best if you had an attorney who can protect your rights so that you can look after what’s important in your life — your kids. Have you recently been served with a DVRO? Contact us today. Being served with a domestic violence restraining order can be a scary and intimidating experience. You may not know where to turn or what your following actions should be. With the right attorney on your side, you can better understand the allegations against you and act accordingly. When these allegations are unfounded, a firm attorney can help you fight them and win your case. Give our office a call today. Our doors are always open, and we would be happy to sit down and speak with you specifically about the details of your situation. Contact Mohajer Law Firm, APC for a free initial consultation. [yotuwp type=”videos” id=”6OwNy7hXkkU” ]