I Want a Divorce
If you or your spouse has made this decision, the most important decision you can now make is your choice of an attorney.
At Hanson, Hales, Gorian & Bradford, our divorce and family law attorneys are dedicated to helping clients through the process of divorce as quickly and cost-effectively as possible. That is why it is our firm's policy to focus on achieving a fair settlement of all divorce issues outside of court when possible. Settlement is our initial goal for a number of reasons, including:
- Time: Settling divorce issues allows you to start your new life more quickly.
- Money: Settlement is a much more cost-effective option than courtroom litigation.
- Control: When you negotiate a settlement, you maintain control over the terms of the agreement. In litigation, the court ultimately decides what happens to you, your property and your children.
Our divorce lawyers use their considerable skills to build consensus on issues like child custody, parenting plans, child support and alimony. We may use alternative dispute resolution techniques, like collaborative divorce or mediation, to craft an agreement.
However, if we are unable to achieve a settlement agreement, we are experienced litigators that you can rely on for aggressive representation in court.
Straight Answers to Three Common Questions
- Are you a victim of domestic violence? Contact us immediately. We can obtain an emergency protective order for you within 24 hours.
- Are you concerned about how you will support yourself and what will happen to your children? We will request temporary orders for child support, child custody and visitation and alimony. It typically takes approximately six weeks to obtain these orders, but we can get them within 24 hours from the date of filing in emergency situations.
- Are you afraid that you will never be able to see your children again? Your spouse may threaten to deny you access to your children, but the law will not allow it unless there are extraordinary circumstances.
From the initial filing to the final divorce decree, you can rely on the divorce attorneys of Hanson, Hales, Gorian & Bradford for honest, compassionate and cost-effective legal representation. Please contact our office in Riverside, California, for a free consultation and case evaluation.
