Santa Clara County Divorce Attorney
When you are considering filing for a divorce, legal separation, or dissolving a domestic partnership, you need the assistance of a lawyer who is knowledgeable, who is accessible and who will work to protect the best interests of you and your family. At the Law Office of Marilla J. Ronald, in San Jose, I am a Family Law Specialist, certified by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. I have been helping California families with legal issues for over 15 years. I am knowledgeable about the issues that confront a person who is contemplating a divorce or is in the process of dissolving a marriage. Contact me to schedule a confidential consultation.
I handle all aspects of a marital or domestic partnership dissolution, including:
- Child custody and visitation
- Child support
- Spousal support (alimony)
- Property settlements
- Asset and debt division
- Determination of whether property is separate or community
I will explain to you the manner in which marital assets and debts are divided upon divorce. The division of marital property includes the valuation and distribution of community property assets, the characterization of property as community or separate and determining whether one party is entitled to reimbursement for separate property contributions towards community property and debts. I will advise you as to your rights pertaining to these issues. When necessary, I use forensic accountants and appraisers to assist with valuation and division. I am experienced in handling cases where the main asset of the marriage is the family residence and those cases where the parties have investment property, stocks, stock options, pensions, retirement and 401(k) plans, business interests and other substantial assets.
In addition to my services for couples wishing to divorce, obtain a legal separation, or dissolve their domestic partnership, I also review and draft prenuptial agreements.
When you are involved in a divorce or family law dispute, you need a caring, compassionate and experienced attorney who will focus on your best interests. Contact me for a confidential consultation.
*Marilla J. Ronald is certified as a Family Law Specialist by the California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization.
Law Office of Marilla J. Ronald