Friday, June 13, 2014

Family Law: Divorce

Los Angeles Divorce Lawyer

Arcadia, Beverly Hills and La Mirada Divorce Attorneys

The effects of divorce, especially when the divorce involves children, last far longer than the divorce process itself. The consequences of marital dissolution can affect all members of the family and can last a lifetime.

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At Vincent W. Davis & Associates, our divorce attorneys listen to our clients’ needs and concerns, their fears and hopes for life after divorce. We craft solutions to the tricky problems of divorce so that our clients can create hopeful futures for themselves and their children. In doing this, we always fight strenuously on behalf of our clients’ rights and interests.

Our divorce attorneys represent clients in family law matters involving:

Using Divorce Laws for the Benefit of Our Clients

In matters of divorce, our lawyers seek to protect the rights and interests of our clients and their children. Every marriage is different, and every divorce is different. As skilled negotiators, we frequently reach dissolution of marriage agreements through negotiation and mutual agreement, which protects our clients’ rights and can provide beneficial outcomes. Other times, filing for a divorce means standing up for the rights of our clients in court – and we are prepared to fight to obtain fair and just rulings in property division and child custody cases.

For a free initial consultation with a divorce lawyer in the Glendale and greater Los Angeles area, call the Offices of Vincent W. Davis & Associates at 888-506-6810 or contact us online. Our offices are open 9 am – 7 pm, Monday through Friday, and on weekends by appointment.

Family Law: Child Custody

Los Angeles Child Custody Lawyer

Los Angeles Child Custody Lawyers

At Vincent W. Davis & Associates, our attorneys know that for our clients nothing is more precious to them than their children. So in matters of child custody and visitation, we fight with determination and resolve to protect the interests of our clients and the interests of their children.

Vincent W. Davis & Associates represents clients in matters involving:

Child custody

Visitation rights

Fathers’ rights

Grandparent, sibling, and stepparent visitation rights

Child custody modifications

And related issues

California law distinguishes legal custody of children from physical custody. The general preference of family courts is to award legal custody – covering major decisions involving education, religion, and health care – to both parents. Physical custody – the primary residence of a child – is often given to one parent, with visitation rights or parenting time granted to the other parent.

Fighting for Our Clients’ Rights

The court always decides custody matters based on “the best interests of the child,” but critical factors can sway the court’s decision. Lifestyle, parental fitness, psychological health, chemical dependency, and other issues can influence the court’s decision in awarding custody.

At Vincent W. Davis & Associates, our Los Angeles child custody lawyers stand up for our clients’ rights and interests, and those of their children. In countless cases our attorneys have successfully asserted the rights of fathers, mothers, grandparents, and other parties in child custody and visitation matters.

Your future, and that of your children, may depend on the lawyer you choose to represent you. Our child custody attorneys have the experience, knowledge of the law, and skill needed to prevail in custody and visitation cases. Whatever your family law problem, we can help you.

For a free initial consultation with child custody lawyers in the Los Angeles area, call the Offices of Vincent W. Davis & Associates at 888-506-6810 or contact us online. Our offices are open 9 am – 7 pm, Monday through Friday, and on weekends by appointment.

Family Law: Child Visitation

Los Angeles Visitation Attorney

Los Angeles Child Visitation Lawyers

Divorce should not destroy a parent’s bond with a child. At Vincent Davis & Associates, we care about our clients and their future. Our attorneys work to ensure that you maintain your relationship with your children.

Visitation or parenting time is crucial to maintaining this relationship. We carefully listen to your needs and concerns so we can negotiate a plan that works for you. Contact us today for a free consultation.

Many cases involving child custody and visitation can be settled out of court using mediation. This process allows for open dialogue between the parents and helps establish a plan that is mutually agreeable. If a trial becomes necessary, our attorneys are prepared to protect your interests as a parent and fight for the best interests of your children.

At Vincent Davis & Associates we understand that critical factors can sway a court’s decision in child visitation matters.Domestic violence, lifestyle, work status and other issues can have influence on the decision.

Likewise, certain factors may arise that call for modification of the original visitation plan. Factors affecting visitation include:

Parent marries a chemically dependent spouse
Parent moves to a different city or state
Parent loses his or her job

For a free initial consultation with the Offices of Vincent W. Davis & Associates, call us at 888-506-6810 or contact us online. Our offices are open 9 am – 7 pm, Monday through Friday, and on weekends by appointment.

Family Law: Child Support

Los Angeles Child Support Attorney

Los Angeles Child Support Lawyers

Leading child support attorneys in the Los Angeles area, Vincent W. Davis & Associates helps clients by determining the proper level of child support which parents must pay, and obtaining modifications in child support requirements. Our experienced attorneys advocate effectively for our clients’ wishes and work for the best interests of our clients’ children.Contact us to discuss your needs and concerns today.

California child support guidelines are determined by a mathematical formula. Sounds simple, doesn’t it? Think again.

Numerous factors determine the level of child support including the incomes of both parents, the number of children, the federal tax filing status of the parties, whether a wage earner is self-employed, job-related expenses a parent pays, and so on. Over time, any of these may change – for example, the income of a parent may change due to job loss, illness, or promotion – resulting in a different child support requirement.

A Child Support Checkup Could Be Worth Thousands of Dollars

At Vincent W. Davis & Associates, our attorneys use the latest software to accurately calculate child support requirements down to the penny. For only $69.95, we will provide you with complete and accurate analysis of the child support level that applies to you.

If you think you are paying too much in child support or receiving too little, we can tell you. In a few minutes in our offices, our analysis could save — or gain for your child — thousands of dollars in child support over time. If we do find that your child support payment can be changed, our lawyers can go to court on your behalf to seek a modification of a child support order.

Family Law: Paternity

Los Angeles Paternity Lawyer

Arcadia, California Paternity Lawyers

At Vincent W. Davis & Associates, we represent clients throughout Los Angeles County and Orange County who seek to test paternity of a child. Our attorneys understand the importance of establishing a biological connection to a child and we believe in our clients’ cause. If you deny paternity, a test can rule it out and spare you support payments.

We guide our clients through every step, from filing for paternity to seeking visitation rights or child support. Contact our offices today for a free consultation.

Important for Mothers, Fathers and Children

Establishing paternity is important for both the father and the mother of a child. If paternity is proved, the mother can file to collect child support. The father can fight for child custody and visitation rights. Our attorneys represent both parents. We passionately represent our clients throughout the process.

Children also benefit greatly from knowing their biological parents. Establishing paternity is the seed for a lifelong parent/child relationship. In addition, children can collect child support and inherit assets. They also gain access to their father’s health insurance coverage and health records.

Paternity Process

Paternity results depend on collecting DNA. At Vincent W. Davis & Associates, we can help file the paperwork for a court-ordered blood test or mouth swab from the suspected father. DNA collection is painless and takes little time to complete.

Family Law: Property Division

Los Angeles Property Division Attorney

Los Angeles Marital Property and Division of Assets Attorneys

Many of our clients have homes or businesses they do not want to lose. They may be worried about adjusting to single life, including finding a new home or a new job.

At Vincent W. Davis & Associates, we care about our clients’ futures. Whether you are hoping to keep the house or the car, we are here to help you. Our attorneys are skilled divorce lawyers and strive to reach a fair settlement for our clients.Contact us today for a free consultation at any of our California offices.

Equitable Division of Community Property

Orange County and all of California follows the community property rule. This means that property acquired during the marriage is subject to equitable division during a divorce. Any property or asset acquired before marriage is not shared. If you acquired significant assets before your marriage, we can file with the court to have them officially declared free from division, thus ensuring their safety.

Hiding Assets is Illegal

Many assets are subject to equitable division during a divorce. These assets include pension plans, retirement accounts, property, business assets and investments. It is illegal to hide any of these assets from your ex-spouse. If you feel your ex-spouse is hiding important assets, we can subpoena documents to prove your case.

Family Law: Domestic Violence

Los Angeles Domestic Violence Lawyer

Los Angeles Victims of Domestic Violence Lawyers

California law treats domestic violence as a very serious charge. As experienced California domestic violence attorneys, the firm of Vincent W. Davis & Associates has successfully represented many victims of domestic abuse and has defended many who have been accused of domestic violence.

Representing Victims of Domestic Violence

If you or a family member has suffered physical abuse or threats, our Los Angeles attorneys can go to court on the victim’s behalf to obtain a Protective Order, also called a restraining order. This enforceable order of the court can prevent or restrict the perpetrator from contact with the victim. If the abuse involves children and is serious enough to warrant change in child custody or child visitation, we can represent you in court to obtain modifications of these previous orders.

Spousal and child abuse deserve quick and effective responses – before the problem worsens and the behavior grows more violent. Our abuse attorneys can act fast to protect you or members of your family.

Representing Those Accused of Domestic Violence

In California, if you are found guilty of domestic abuse you could face serious penalties. Depending on the severity of the case and the effectiveness of your attorney, these penalties could range from attendance at anger management classes, to loss of child custody and visitation rights, to jail time.

As experienced criminal defense attorneys, we represent clients who have been accused of domestic abuse. We use our experience, our knowledge of the law, and our understanding of the court system to provide the best defense possible in Los Angeles. A spousal battery attorney must not only defend the client’s freedom – the successful domestic violence lawyer also must defend the client’s child custody orchild custody or child visitation rights.

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Our lawyers have defended the rights and interests of many people in your situation, and we can defend you.

For a free initial consultation with a Los Angeles spousal battery attorney at the Law Offices of Vincent W. Davis & Associates, or to discuss any other domestic abuse situation, call us at 888-506-6810 or contact us online. Our offices are open 9 am – 7 pm, Monday through Friday, and on weekends by appointment.