When you need a family law attorney, it’s typically because you are going through a stressful, emotional time. You may be frightened of what the future holds, or eager to move forward with building a new life during this time of transition.
Whatever your situation, you need an advocate who can understand your goals, and work with you to develop a legal strategy that delivers the best outcomes. Contreras Law Firm has the experience and legal knowledge to meet your needs.
When you work with a Carlsbad family attorney at our firm, you’ll be getting more than just an attorney. You will have a legal advocate who takes a unique big-picture approach to your case to ensure your future objectives are at the forefront of our legal strategy.
You can give us a call at (619) 238-0616 today to learn more about the assistance we can offer in your free consultation, so you can see if our firm is the right fit for you.
There’s Only One Firm to Trust If You Need a Carlsbad Family Attorney
Contreras Law Firm wants to be the firm you turn to when faced with family law issues, and we offer the features that you need to achieve successful outcomes. Some of the many reasons you should turn to our attorneys when involved in a family law dispute include the following:
- Our solid communication skills: Family law cases can be stressful, high-stakes cases — and they can take time to resolve. Our Carlsbad family law lawyers won’t leave you in the dark as your case unfolds. We will keep you informed every step of the way and explain legal issues in a way that makes sense to you.
- Our in-depth knowledge of California family law: California has laws governing all types of family law matters, from California Code Section 760 which establishes the community property rules applied in divorce to California Code, Family Code – FAM § 7960 which establishes the rules for surrogacy contracts. Whatever your case, we know the laws that determine the outcome and will argue to ensure these laws are applied in a way that results in your desired resolution.
- Our negotiation skills and litigation experience: Some family law cases are resolved out of court, either on your own or with the help of a mediator who helps you compromise. Our firm has represented many clients during negotiation and mediation and with our guidance and negotiating skills, you can maximize the chances of finding a fair compromise. However, if you must go to court, our decades of collective litigation experience ensure we are ready to fight for you.
- Our history of innovating and identifying solutions to complex problems: Family law cases can become complicated in many situations, such as when one spouse is hiding assets or when there are questions of paternity. Our firm has seen it all, and we will work with you to resolve complex issues and find out-of-the-box solutions that work for you and your family.
A Carlsbad Family Attorney Can Offer Invaluable Support
Resolving family law cases successfully requires both legal knowledge and a creative solution-focused approach. Our firm takes care of all of the steps involved in resolving your claim, navigating the legal system, and arguing for your preferred outcomes. Some of the different tasks we’ll handle for you throughout your case include:
- Devising a legal strategy: There are different ways to approach legal issues that arise. For example, if you are trying to modify a child custody order, you could negotiate with your spouse, go to mediation, or ask the court to step in. We’ll help you in this situation, and in others, to identify which approach is best, what legal arguments to make, and what path is likely to be the most cost-effective and result in the best long-term outcomes.
- Filing and responding to court documents: Court action is often necessary to resolve family law issues. Paperwork must be filed correctly, on time, and with the right court. Our firm will take care of this on your behalf, whether you are filing initial forms with the court to initiate a divorce or other legal proceeding or you are responding to a summons sent to you about a case you’re involved in.
- Explaining California laws on family law issues: There is a legal framework that determines the default outcome in family law cases. For example, there are community property rules in place that dictate how property is to be shared and custody rules that determine how a child’s time should be split between parents based on what is in the child’s best interests. Our knowledge of the law will help you to understand expected outcomes. We will also work hard to make sure the law works in your favor and results in outcomes you are happy with.
- Representing you in mediation, negotiations, or litigation: No matter how your case is resolved, our firm has the experience necessary to be your advocate. We have a long history of successfully negotiating out-of-court settlements but are also skilled litigators ready to come before a judge and present a sound legal case to maximize your chances of a successful outcome.
What Family Law Rules Apply to Your Case?
There are many different laws in California that govern family relationships, and control outcomes in divorce proceedings. For example, California Code Sections 4320 – 4326 explains the rules for alimony or spousal support, while standard guidelines establish the amount of child support owed based on number of children, earning power, and other factors.
Contreras Law Firm will explain the applicable legal rules and how they affect your case so you can be prepared for the most likely outcomes, make informed choices governed by fact when negotiating issues in your case, and maximize your chances of prevailing in court.
To find out more about how California law governs your family law issue, and to get help from a knowledgeable Carlsbad family attorney who will do everything possible to make the law work for you, contact us online or give us a call today at (619) 238-0616 to schedule your free consultation.