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Experienced Fountain Valley Divorce Attorney Protecting what Matters most to you

Divorce is one of the most stressful experiences that a person has to go through. If you have children or complex assets involved, matters may only get exacerbated. At Jos Family Law, we are committed to helping you as swiftly and efficiently as possible. We have helped clients move forward in life in contentious cases of divorce, asset division, child custody, child support, domestic violence, and more. Our founding Fountain Valley divorce attorney is experienced and can provide the representation you need during this difficult time.

Our priority is to resolve complex matters outside court in a fair settlement whenever possible. We pursue negotiation and mediation whenever possible, but if that doesn't work, we vigorously advocate for our client's rights in court. We are here to provide exceptional legal representation to you.

Grounds for Divorce in California

Spouses may cite any of the following reasons to file for divorce in California:

  • Irreconcilable differences
  • Incurable insanity

Irreconcilable differences is the most common reason for divorce in California. California is a no fault state, which means spouses don't have to prove fault or wrongdoing on the other's part to dissolve the marriage. By stating that the marriage has broken down beyond repair due to differences between the spouses, the spouses can restore their single status.

This no-fault standard is also applied to determine matters like child custody, child support, and asset division.

California's Residency Requirements

The spouse who files for divorce must show that at least one of the spouses has been a resident of California for at least six months and of the county for at least three months prior to filing the divorce petition.

Once the petition is filed and served to the respondent, the court will wait six months before finalizing the divorce.

Our Fountain Valley Divorce Attorneys can Help Resolve your Divorce.

Our Fountain Valley divorce attorneys can help you with all aspects of divorce and family law, including:

  1. Divorce
  2. Divorce Mediation
  3. Adoption
  4. Child Custody
  5. Child Suppor
  6. Spousal Support
  7. Asset Division
  8. Domestic Violence
  9. Paternity
  10. Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
  11. Modification of Orders
  12. Parent's Rights
  13. Move Away Orders
  14. Multistate Jurisdiction
  15. Attorney's Fee

Divorce Mediation in Fountain Valley, CA

Facing divorce is hard, which is why our Fountain Valley divorce attorneys strive to resolve issues through mediation. Our attorneys aren't just experienced in out-of-court procedures - they also get results. We pride ourselves in providing a collaborative approach to resolve issues like child custody & support, alimony, and property division.

Mediation allows couples to communicate and resolve complex issues in their divorce. With mediation, both parties can:

  • Save time
  • Save money
  • Resolve differences amicably
  • Finalize divorce in a confidential setting

Our Fountain Valley divorce attorneys are here to guide you every step of the way. Schedule a consultation today to learn how our trained mediators can help you move forward.

How can Jos Family Law Help?

While it isn't a legal requirement to be represented by an attorney, it is highly recommended. Divorce proceedings can become complex, especially contested cases that involve children, high assets, or domestic abuse.

Our Fountain Valley divorce attorneys are knowledgeable regarding the law and its application. We can offer creative solutions to resolve your conflicts in a fair manner and finalize your divorce as quickly and efficiently as possible.

Here are some more reasons for hiring Jos Family Law:

  • We will handle all paperwork, court documents, and filing.
  • We have handled various contested and uncontested divorce cases
  • We will identify and capitalize on areas in your case that help save time and money
  • Clear communication at every step of the way
  • Negotiate with your ex-spouse to reach a mutual agreement
  • Mediate a solution that is beneficial for all parties involved
  • Represent your interests and protect your rights in court

Contact Jos Family Law Today

Divorce has the potential to spiral out of control and become more complicated than necessary. Emotions may also get heated along the way.

At Jos Family Law, our attorneys will keep things simple and civil while pursuing your best interests. We solely focus on divorce and family laws, which means we will provide personalized attention to your case and help you obtain the outcome you deserve.

Contact us to schedule a consultation with our Fountain Valley divorce attorneys. Call (714) 733-7066 or email jos@josfamilylaw.com and take the first step in securing your rights and interests.

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Frequently Asked Questions

To file for divorce in California, you must meet the state's residency requirements. You or your spouse must have lived in the state for at least six months and in the county where you're filing for divorce for three months to meet California's residency requirements.

California doesn't require spouses to live apart to get divorced. However, the couple may choose to file for legal separation instead of or in contemplation of divorce. The petitioning spouse must decide whether to move out of the family home during separation.

Once the divorce papers are served to the respondent, the state has a waiting period of six months before the divorce is finalized.

The exact time that your divorce will take depends on the circumstances of your case. If your divorce is contested, you must go through a series of steps before the divorce is finalized. If a settlement agreement isn't reached and your case goes to trial, your divorce will take even more time.

Yes. You and your ex-spouse may agree to dissolve your marriage anytime during the divorce proceedings until the beginning of a trial.

If you and your ex-spouse create a settlement agreement outside court, you won't have to make an appearance generally. The judge will review your agreement and approve, deny, or order changes. If approved, the settlement agreement becomes a part of the divorce decree.

If you and your ex-spouse cannot agree on any divorce issue, you'll need to go to trial and have the judge decide for you. Remember that if your case goes to trial, it will take longer and cost more. Thus, it is in your best interests to hire a Fountain Valley divorce attorney who can help you get a fair divorce settlement outside the court.

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Our attorneys are here to help you during every stage of your case. Schedule a confidential consultation and know your options with the seasoned counsel of top family law attorneys.

Contact Information

Please call, email, or contact our office online to arrange an appointment for your case today.

(714) 733-7066

jos@josfamilylaw.com

1918 W Chapman Ave Suite 200, Orange, CA 92868

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Sonia Fernández

Jos exhibits exceptional compassion and understanding, promptly addressing all inquiries to facilitate clarity and calm throughout the process with comprehensive and sincere explanations. He offers potential solutions to minimize unnecessary court costs. His team operates efficiently and effectively to complete the task. I highly recommend this law firm as it operates with integrity.

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Carlos Serrano

Thank you very much to Mr. Jos and to all his group of professionals who helped me get out of my child support case with a very good result. Each case is different and my case was very complicated. I live in the state of Virginia and the child support office of the state of California was starting a case against me, the amount they wanted me to pay was ridiculously high I didn't know what to do because I don't live in California and I had never met the child either. I searched online for a lawyer in California and thank God I found Mr. Jos's law office. I don't know them personally but I put my trust in them and they didn't disappoint me. We had very good communication despite the distance and they were always available to talk to me and clarify my doubts. Mr. James was the one who took my case to the end and after a long and very difficult process everything went very well in my favor much more than expected. I am very grateful to God for putting the entire team of professionals from Mr. Jos' office on my way. Words are not enough for me to describe everything they did for me and how grateful I am. I definitely recommend Mr. Jos's law firm. Thank you Mr. James for not giving up in my case and having achieved a magnificent result in my favor.

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Alexandra Duvall

Jos Family Law has been absolutely fantastic in helping me through my child custody case. Mr Jos communicated with me throughout the entire process. He was very empathetic and understanding with my case and my concerns. The team was always supportive and never once did I feel like they didn’t take my case seriously. I’m so grateful I chose this law firm to represent me and I would 100% recommend this team to anyone seeking assistance. In the end I received the outcome I was looking for which was Sole Physical Custody. Thank you so much Jos Family for representing me.

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Marco Galatro

This was the second attorney that represented me for my divorce. Binoye is a very knowledgeable, fair and professional attorney. They are reliable and this made my experience way less painful. They are definitely not greedy for money, they are not one of the many attorneys out there that overbill for their services. I truly recommend them.

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Roya

Mr. Jos is by far the best attorney l've ever had to work with. He is diligent, extremely prepared and informed and patient with his clients and goes above and beyond the call of duty to make sure you get the results you are hoping for. I recommend him to anyone who needs a Family attorney.

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Ricardo Lajaruna

My most sincere gratitude to the attorney Mr. James Sowers, who is very knowledgeable about the law, works with and for his clients. He is very transparent, honest and I am very grateful for his great support. His legal representation is highly recommended!!!

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Nader Zayid

JOS family Law took on my case which entailed custody and move away components and I honestly could not say enough great things about JOS Family Law! Mr. Jos is not only extremely knowledgeable and professional, but it is also extremely obvious how much he cares for his clients on a personal level as well. There is an expression that two heads are better than one, however, Mr. Jos' philosophy takes it further as eight heads are better than two. It was so impressive and reassuring how collaborative everyone at the office works together to meet on regular cadences and discuss their client's cases to brainstorm strategies in order to seek the best possible outcome for their clients. Mr. Jos has an amazing team of extremely talented and knowledgeable attorneys that have worked together on my case. James was the lead attorney on my case and also represented me in my hearing. James was able to get us everything we were asking for as he successfully proved that full custody remaining with me is in the best interest of the children and that the move away is in the best interest of the children as well. We were able to come up with a plan to ensure that the children's mother can visit regularly and still maintain a healthy relationship. James is a rock star attorney! I would without hesitation refer anyone seeking help in a family law matter to call Jos Family Law!

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