Divorce, called "dissolution" in California, can be one of the most traumatic events in a person's life. Each case presents a unique, and sometimes complex, set of facts. Uncertainly about one's rights with regard to the outcome of a dissolution action can be eased considerably by having competent, knowledgeable counsel at your service. Janice Downey will develop a legal strategy based on the facts of your case to protect your rights throughout your proceeding so that the final judgment of dissolution is both equitable and just.
Dissolution of a marriage is an adversarial process involving the Court. If you and your spouse are in agreement as to how to settle your case, your agreement must be approved by the Court and must be in accordance with California's rules governing dissolution of marriage. No matter if your case is contested, uncontested, or default, it is helpful to have assistance of counsel to advise and assist you during your proceeding from initial filing, exchange of mandatory disclosures, discovery, negotiation, through possible litigation and eventual settlement.