Placentia Divorce Attorney

Placentia Divorce Attorney: Compassionate Guidance, Aggressive Representation

Jos Family Law provides knowledgeable & seasoned legal representation throughout Placentia in divorce matters. An experienced litigator and skillful negotiator, attorney Binoye Jos understands the fear and uncertainties that his client's experience. He works tirelessly to resolve every case with amicable settlement negotiations.

However, if your ex-spouse enters into the negotiations in bad faith, fails to disclose assets, is uncooperative, or has a history of abuse, our Placentia divorce attorneys will fight aggressively in court to protect your best interests.

Call (714) 733-7066 to schedule a consultation with one of Placentia’s leading family law attorneys.

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Why Choose Us for Your Placentia Divorce?

  1. Experience: Our attorneys have over 55 years of combined experience in handling family law matters.
  2. Aggressive Representation: We are formidable litigators committed to protecting your best interests and ready to go to court to fight for you if need be.
  3. Client Focused: Our clients are our top priority, and we ensure they receive the personalized support they need.
  4. Proven Success: Jos Family Law has a proven track record of helping families by obtaining favorable outcomes.
  5. Full-service Expertise: Our Placentia divorce attorneys are knowledgeable and experienced in all areas of family law.

Grounds for Divorce in California

California is a no-fault state, which means it isn't necessary for the petitioner to state a reason for dissolving the marriage. You may only cite irreconcilable differences between you and your spouse with no chances of resolution. The other ground for divorce in California is legal incapacity when one spouse cannot make prudent decisions. Thus, fault is not a consideration in divorce, except when determining spousal support or asset division. Even if your spouse is unwilling to divorce, your marriage will still be dissolved against their wishes.

Before filing for divorce, you must also qualify for California's residency requirements. Either spouse must have been a resident of California for at least six months and a resident of the county where the petition will be filed for at least three months before you petition for divorce.


Result-driven Legal Services

1. Uncontested Divorce

Reaching a divorce settlement outside court is a vital step to resolving custody arrangements, division of assets, and support obligations without engaging in costly and prolonged litigation. Our attorneys will represent you in negotiations to reach a settlement outlining how marital assets will be divided, child custody will be shared, and the amount and duration of child/spousal support to be paid.

We also have extensive experience in mediating mutually favorable outcomes for our clients. With open communication and cooperation, we will facilitate each mediation session to protect the rights and interests of both parties. Learn more about how our Placentia divorce attorneys can secure a fair settlement and help you move on with life in confidence.

2. Contested Divorce

When the spouses cannot agree on key issues like child custody, asset division, alimony, or child support, the matter will be decided by the court. Unlike uncontested divorces, where both parties agree on the terms of their divorce, contested divorces are litigated at a family court where the judge decides on various aspects and finalizes the divorce. Contested divorces can be long, arduous, and costly, necessitating experienced and skilled legal representation.

The spouses may choose to represent themselves, but it's highly advisable to hire a family law attorney in Placentia who can represent their interests and advocate for their rights. At Jos Family Law, we have the experience and expertise to help you navigate California divorce laws and court procedures. Our attorneys will provide personalized guidance, tailored strategies, and unwavering support throughout the process.

3. Child Custody & Visitation Rights

Child custody is the most sensitive and emotionally charged area of any divorce. California divorce laws prioritize the best interests of the child when deciding custody and visitation.

Custody arrangements include physical custody, which determines where the child will live, and legal custody, which gives either or both parents the decision-making authority regarding the child's education, healthcare, and religious upbringing.

Whether you want joint custody, sole custody, or exercise your visitation rights, our child custody attorney in Placentia will guide you through the process with grit and determination.

4. Child Support

As per California laws, every parent has the moral and legal duty to support their minor children in a manner suitable to their needs. Once custody is decided, the court will ensure both parents contribute towards the financial well-being of their children until they attain majority, or in exceptional cases, even beyond that.

As your trusted family law attorneys in Placentia, we will ensure all the financial intricacies are fully disclosed by both parties and advocate for a fair support arrangement or order that provides for your child's needs.

5. Spousal Support

Spousal support or alimony intends to help the lower-earning spouse maintain their standard of living after divorce. When determining spousal support, California courts consider the length of the marriage, each spouse's earning capacity, whether any spouse contributed to the other's career or education, and the living standard of the parties during the marriage. Depending on these factors and the circumstances of the case, the court will either award temporary or permanent spousal support.

As seasoned spousal support lawyers in Placentia, we will examine your situation and advise whether you are qualified to receive or liable to pay alimony. We can negotiate, mediate, or litigate to obtain, enforce, modify, or terminate spousal support. For detailed information, please contact our law office today.

6. Asset Division

Asset division is perhaps the most complex and challenging aspect of divorce, especially if substantial high net-worth assets are involved. California is a community property state, which means all assets and debts acquired during the marriage are subject to equal division between the spouses. But, segregating marital property and separate property can be difficult, especially if there are high-value investments, business interests, or commingled assets.

At Jos Family Law, our Placentia divorce attorneys work with forensic accountants and financial analysts to ensure all assets are properly disclosed and valued. Assets like investments, stock options, and businesses must be included for a fair and equitable division.

Whether contested or uncontested, our divorce lawyers in Placentia are committed to obtaining a just outcome for you. We'll ensure your ex-spouse discloses all assets, identify hidden assets, and advocate for a division plan that secures what's rightfully yours.

The Divorce Process in Placentia, CA

The divorce process in Placentia involves several steps. The duration of a case depends on its individual circumstances, like the complexity of disputes, cooperation between the spouses, and court scheduling. Here is an overview of the divorce process in California:

  1. 1. Filing & Response One spouse initiates the divorce by filing the initial petition, and the served spouse has 30 days to respond. If the respondent disputes any terms, the case may proceed to trial.
  2. 2. Discovery Both parties exchange financial information to solidify their case
  3. 3. Mediation or Negotiation The spouses may opt to settle and negotiate or mediate on key matters like child custody, child & spousal support, and asset division
  4. 4. Trial If negotiations fail, the case proceeds to trial, where the judge will render his/her verdict on the disputed issues.
  5. 5. Final Order If the parties reach a settlement agreement or the judge issues a final decree, the divorce is finalized, and terms become legally binding.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Lamoreaux Justice Center in Orange serves as the main courthouse where divorce, legal separation, and domestic violence cases are heard. There's another annex location in Santa Ana where limited cases are tried.

Anyone residing in California for at least six months and in Orange County for at least three months can file a divorce. Additionally, if you live outside the state and your spouse resides in Orange County for the specified time period, you can still petition for divorce in Orange County.

If your spouse has served you with divorce papers, it is essential to stay calm and composed. The first step is to gather financial documents and record all your belongings in the house. Next, consult with a divorce attorney in Placentia to file a response to the petition within 30 days.

Spousal support isn't automatically granted in a California divorce. The motion for alimony can be initiated by filing a Request for Order form, which is concurrently filed with the divorce petition. Considering factors like the length of the marriage, each spouse's earning capacity, whether any spouse contributed to the other's career or education, and the living standard of the parties during the marriage, the court may or may not grant spousal support.

In California, child custody decisions are based on the best interests of the child. Factors like the child's age and needs, relationship with each parent, care and involvement of each parent in the child's life, and any history of abuse or violence by either parent are considered for child custody and visitation orders.

Contact our Placentia Divorce Attorneys for a Comprehensive Consultation

Whether you wish to file for a divorce or need help with ongoing proceedings, family law attorney Binoye Jos is here for compassionate and result-driven representation. We can help obtain a favorable outcome for matters related to divorce, legal separation, child support, child custody, post-judgment modification, alimony, property division, domestic violence restraining orders, and more. Let Jos Family Law guide you every step of the way and vigorously defend your best interests.

We have dedicated our practice to family law and have a successful track record of representing clients in Orange County. Committed to your family's well-being, we will provide quality support and representation to turn the page on your divorce

Call (714) 733-7066 or send an email to jos@josfamilylaw.com for immediate assistance.

Who we are !

At Jos Family Law, we not only understand the law but respect it. We want to be your Placentia Divorce Attorney. We inform our clients of the laws governing their case regarding their facts, advise them to act within the scope of those laws, and fight for you to be treated with the same reasonable and respectful behavior from the other side. If you want an attorney who will mediate, whenever possible, and will use the court to make determinations when mediation falls short, feel free to contact Jos FAMILY LAW. We will help you make the transition into your new life as seamless as possible. You may reach us at (714) 733-7066 or via email at jos@josfamilylaw.com. We look forward to discussing your Dissolution matter with you and helping you find the solution that best fits your needs and desires.

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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