Protect Your Assets With Prenuptial Agreements and Mediation
When you are in the process of a divorce or other family dispute, you may have a lot at stake. It is important to have the representation of an experienced family law attorney. The KS Law Office of Renkin & Associates has spent decades perfecting its legal strategies and negotiation tactics. They will work to protect what matters most to you. Here are a few of the areas we can help with. We also handle prenuptial agreements, mediation, and other types of agreements that can be difficult to resolve.
Legal custody
A mother can be awarded sole custody of her child if she is not married to the father. Sole custody gives the mother the power to make important decisions for the child. The father must establish parentage before he can get joint custody. He can also ask the court for visitation rights if he wants. However, a parent who is not married to the father cannot have joint custody. This can be very costly.
Child support
In California, child support is mandatory until a child turns 18 years old. There are some exceptions to this rule, however, and it is recommended that you consult an attorney before attempting to modify a child support agreement. The amount of child support varies from parent to parent and is based on the amount of time the parents spend with the children. The court will also consider other factors, such as the number of children, income, and expenses that each parent will incur to care for the child.
Prenuptial agreements
In San Diego, you can protect your assets by entering into a prenuptial agreement before getting married. Prenups are generally designed to protect the assets of one spouse from those of the other. They also help couples to start off their marriage on a more amicable financial note. You should consult an experienced San Diego family law attorney if you’re planning to get married. They’ll help you decide what type of prenup is best for your needs.
Mediation
The goal of mediation in San Diego family law matters is to settle the case in an amicable manner. Mediation is a legal process wherein a neutral third party helps resolve a dispute between divorcing parties. The mediators are trained to reach a common ground and facilitate the settlement of a case. Their role is to listen to the opposing side and present options to resolve the case. They may also conduct discovery to prove untrue facts. In addition, they can request psychological evaluations of the parties or the appointment of a child’s counsel. In the event that the mediator fails to settle the case, he or she may set it for a trial or evidentiary hearing.
Cost of retaining a family law attorney
When hiring an attorney, it is essential to understand how much the services will cost. Typically, a family law attorney will charge a retainer, which is an up-front deposit for the services that will be rendered. A retainer is important because it assures the attorney that he will be paid for his services. A retainer can range from $3,500 to $10,000, and it is held in a trust account until the work has been completed.