San Francisco Contested Divorce Lawyer

The person you’re divorcing isn’t the person you married, and there’s a good chance that they’re dragging their heels in the divorce. Our San Francisco, CA contested divorce lawyer supports your rights during the divorce, ensuring that you get your fair share of marital property and, if appropriate, fair spousal support. Attorney Bernie has been helping people in tough divorces successfully resolve all the points of contention and develop a divorce decree that provides them with the means to happily move forward with their lives. Don’t delay. Call our offices today for a consultation.

Contested Divorce Lawyer San Francisco, CA

Once you or your spouse files for divorce, several legal entanglements must be sorted out to end the union. Division of marital property and debts (California follows the equal division rule, in which each spouse should receive half), arranging a child custody schedule for shared children, addressing any alimony requests, and other key issues. It’s not unusual for the spouses to have two very different ideas of how these issues should be resolved. In these situations, even if both of you agree that you should divorce, the divorce itself is considered contested.

Our San Francisco contested divorce lawyer fights for your preferred settlement, including a child custody and support arrangement that fits your schedule, wants, and child’s best interests, your proper allotment of marital property, and any spousal support you may be entitled to. We get to know you and what is most important to you in the divorce settlement, such as full ownership of your business, primary child custody, or retaining the family home. Then, we develop a strategy to achieve it.

We advise you during mediation sessions, as you work toward a compromise with your spouse. If you are unable to come to an agreement, we will build a strong case for your position and present it to the court on your behalf. At each turn, we provide you with the advice you need to make important decisions that can impact your post-divorce life. We’re by your side at each step, and each move we make is designed to advance your interests.

Our Legal Experience Matters For The Results Of Your Divorce

A contested divorce can drag on, wasting your time and money. You need a firm negotiator on your side to help expedite the process, while making sure that your rights are protected. That’s us. Attorney Bernie is tough, won’t back down, and is determined to make sure that you get your wishes in the divorce decree.

• Recipient of the AVVO Client Choice Award and named as an AVVO Top Contributor
• Firm founder Bernie J. Kempen is a Family Law Specialist, certified by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization
• Our firm holds a perfect 0.0 rating on AVVO
• Attorney Bernie is a Past President of the Castro Valley Rotary and Director of the Castro Valley Arts Foundation

Are you planning to get divorced, but your spouse is not cooperating? Our San Francisco contested divorce lawyer can help. Call us today for a personalized consultation.