Divorce

Santa Rosa, California, Divorce Lawyer

Helping Clients And Families In Crisis

Divorce is never easy. Even if you have no children and few assets, splitting can be emotionally stressful. At the Law Offices of Richard Sax, in Santa Rosa, California, our divorce attorneys have helped many clients through this difficult transition. We advise them of their options and keep them informed. If you face divorce, you need a levelheaded advocate who knows the system and looks out for you. To find out more, contact one of our Santa Rosa, California, divorce lawyers for a consultation.

Anatomy of a Divorce

Property Division

All divorces involve property division. When a couple divorces, they must divide their marital assets and debts between themselves.

Assets may include

• A house or other real estate
• Personal belongings
• A car
• Pension funds and 401(k)s
• Stocks

Debts may include

• Credit cards
• Mortgages
• Student loans
• Equity loans

California is a community property state, which usually means that everything is divided in half. To find out more about your options under California divorce law, call our office to talk to one of our attorneys.

Child Custody, Visitation, and Child Support

If there are children involved, you have some decisions to make. You have to decide where they will live, and with whom. You must decide who gets legal custody, and with that, the power to make decisions about the children's lives. If the children live with one parent, the other parent has the right to visitation and the responsibility to pay child support. We help clients resolve their custody issues. Although it is better to solve your problems amiably, we can litigate these issues if necessary.

Domestic Violence

Divorce is especially difficult if there is a history of domestic abuse. If you wish to break away from an abusive partner, we can help. We file the necessary restraining orders. We fight them in court. We face your abuser so that you do not have to. If you are in an abusive relationship, get out now. We can help you have a better life.

Contact a Santa Rosa, California divorce attorney for an initial consultation.