Fullerton Divorce Attorney

Fullerton Divorce Attorney Helping You & your Family Start Again

Jos Family Law is here to serve the Titan Community. CSUF’s hometown residents have someone they can turn to for their family law needs. If you need help with a divorce or figuring out what your options are, Jos Family Law is here to be your Fullerton Divorce Attorney.

If you're getting a divorce and need a divorce attorney in Fullerton to represent you, Jos Family Law is here to help. We can assist you with all the paperwork, negotiate a settlement, or represent your interests in court to ensure you get everything you're entitled to. We're here for you every step of the way.

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Requirements for Divorce in California

There are a few basic requirements that must be met before a couple can file for divorce in California. The spouse filing for divorce must be a resident of the state for at least six months, as well a resident of the county where the petition is filed for at least three months.

In addition, California is a no-fault state, which means neither party has to prove wrongdoing of the other to file for divorce. One spouse can file for divorce even if the other doesn't wish the marriage to be dissolved. Reasons for divorce may include:

  1. Irreconcilable Differences

    This is the most common reason couples cite. This states that the marriage has broken down beyond repair and divorce is the only path forward.

  2. Legal Incapacity

    A spouse may also cite legal Incapacity of the other to make decisions. However, this requires proving that the other spouse is suffering from incurable insanity when the petition was filed.


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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.

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

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The Divorce Process in California

  1. Filing the Divorce Petition

    The divorce process begins with either spouse filing a petition for divorce and serving the other spouse. A mandatory six month waiting period then ensures before the marriage is officially dissolved. The respondent has 30 days to respond to the petition.

    If the spouse doesn't respond, the court will assume that both spouses are in agreement, and the case will proceed as a default divorce. The petition may also include requests regarding temporary orders for child support, visitations, alimony, domestic violence restraining orders, property valuations, and other family law matters.

  1. Discovery

    During discovery, both spouses must exchange information regarding their personal & financial circumstances. This includes all information regarding joint income & assets and separate assets & debts. The court may also require a formal discovery, where both parties exchange documents, interrogatories & depositions to resolve issues like valuation of assets, division of property, child support, spousal support, child custody & visitations, a domestic violence restraining order, paternity, and other family law matters.

  1. Settlement Agreement

    If both spouses are in agreement regarding the terms of the divorce, then the divorce proceeds as a no contest divorce. Both parties negotiate or mediate a marital settlement agreement and file it with the court. The judge will review the agreement and finalize the terms or ask the parties to change specific terms. If approved, the judgement of marriage dissolution is passed and both parties are free to marry again.

  1. Divorce Decree

    If the spouses cannot work towards a settlement agreement together, they must proceed to court and have the judge decide for them. The judge will hear both parties and make decisions regarding child custody & visitations, child support, spousal support, and asset division. These particulars are detailed in the final divorce decree, which restores the single status of both parties and legally dissolves their marriage.

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Jos Family Law is Here to Help you with All Aspects of Divorce.

  1. Contested Divorce

    Spouses that cannot agree about certain issues have to go through contested divorce. If the parties cannot reach common ground on issues like custody of children & division of assets, the court will decide for them.

    Our Fullerton Divorce attorneys are skilled at negotiation & mediation. We can help you find a way forward without the aggravated time and cost of litigation.

  1. Uncontested Divorce

    If you and your ex-spouse are on the same page and agree on all aspects, your divorce will proceed as an uncontested divorce. Even so, it is important to work with a Fullerton Divorce attorney who understands California's legal process. Any misstep can be costly.

    Our attorneys will review the terms of your agreement and ensure fairness without any prejudiced terms. We'll make sure to finalize your divorce as soon as possible.

  1. High Net-worth Divorce

    The involvement of money and other high-net-worth assets can complicate a divorce. The higher the assets involved, the more contentious divorce can be. Our Fullerton divorce attorneys are experts in handling high-net-worth divorce cases and obtaining a favorable outcome. We also have access to financial analysts to navigate nuanced financial issues.

  1. Child Custody

    The hardest part of divorce for parents is the determination of custody. It is important to set your preferences aside and prioritize the best interests of your children. Our lawyers are here to create an agreement that caters to your child's best interests and also protects your parental rights.

  1. Child Support

    California law dictates the legal duty of both parents to support minor children. Determining support for children can be a cause of disagreements and friction. Whether you're contesting support or fighting to secure financial benefits for your children, our Fullerton divorce attorneys will ensure a fair and just outcome for all parties involved.

  1. Asset Division

    California is a community property state, which means all assets and debts acquired during the marriage will be split 50/50 among the spouses. Our attorneys will ensure a fair and equitable division and protect your separate property. We can help both parties create an agreement or fight for your rights in court.

  1. Domestic Violence

    Unfortunately, domestic violence is common in California. If your spouse is abusive, we'll help you take the right steps to obtain a divorce. Our divorce attorneys in Fullerton will obtain a restraining order to protect you and your children from harm and work towards finalizing your divorce for a happier future. Don't hesitate to reach out to Jos Family Law for immediate assistance.

Schedule a Consultation with our Divorce Attorneys in Fullerton, CA

We understand how complex ending a marriage can be. You don't have to deal with the fallout of your marriage alone. Let our experienced Fullerton divorce attorneys help.

We have a successful track record of helping clients navigate complex family law issues in Orange County. We'll look after your best interests and help you achieve the results that matter to you.

Schedule a comprehensive case consultation with our Fullerton divorce attorneys today. Call (714) 733-7066 or send an email to jos@josfamilylaw.com to discuss divorce, child custody, or any other family law issues today.

Questions to Ask in a Family Law Consultation

Once the petition is filed and served to your spouse, it will take at least six months for the marriage to be dissolved. However, you and your ex-spouse can create an agreement meanwhile to resolve all issues.

The spouse filing for divorce must be a resident of the state for at least six months, as well a resident of the county where the petition is filed for at least three months. Being a no-fault state, California has no other requirements for divorce.

Apart from the court filing fee of $435 for each complaint and the first petition, coming up with an exact figure can be difficult. An uncontested divorce is the cheapest way to finalize marriage dissolution. On the other hand, the involvement of children and high net-worth assets will mean more work for your attorney which translates into higher costs.

An uncontested divorce may take a few months to finalize, whereas divorces with high net-worth assets and children may take years. Work with our Fullerton divorce attorneys to resolve your divorce in the shortest time possible without compromising your rights and best interests.

You can file a request to the court to have your spouse pay your attorney's fee partially or completely. To ensure adequate representation, the court has the authority to order one party to pay the cost of legal representation of the other party. Speak to our attorneys to learn how you can obtain funds from your spouse.

Get In Touch

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.

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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 who 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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