If you are seeking the representation of a Palmdalefamily law attorney, it may be beneficial to contact the Law Offices of John C. Bigler. With nearly 20 years of experience, Attorney Bigler is prepared to take on any family law case, regardless of if the matters calls for mediation, negotiation, or litigation. If you are considering filing for divorce, there are numerous factors that you must take into consideration. In California, one or both spouses must be a resident of the state for at least six months before filing for divorce. As a purely no-fault divorce state, you cannot allege that your spouse's behavior or actions were the reason for the divore. Instead, most divorces are based on the grounds that due to irreconcilable differences, the marriage has been damaged beyond repair. In some instances, fault is considered by the court as a factor in dividing property or awarding alimony. Since California is a community property state, any income earned by either spouse during the marriage and all the property that is bought with these earnings are considered to be marital property that is owned equally by each spouse. At the time of divorce, however, property will be divided equally amongst the two parties.
If you and your spouse are able to come to an agreement on important issues such as child custody, alimony, and property division, you can most likely pursue an uncontested divorce. If you are unable to agree on such matters, you will probably have to file for a contested divore, which involves litigation in a family court where the judge will make the decisions for you. In addition, Attorney Bigler can represent you if you need assistance with a matter involving property division, paternity, child support, or domestic violence. To find out more about the services offered by a Palmdale divorce lawyer, contact the Law Offices of John C. Bigler.