San Marino Divorce Attorneys 

Compassionate Legal Guidance for Every Step of Your Divorce

Navigating a divorce can feel overwhelming, especially when significant assets, businesses, or complex family considerations are involved. At Feinberg & Waller, APC, our mission is to provide San Marino residents with exceptional legal representation during one of life’s most challenging transitions. Our team has focused exclusively on family law since 1994, offering the experience necessary to guide you through the divorce process while safeguarding your rights and interests. 

Need legal advice for your divorce? Schedule a confidential consultation with our San Marino divorce lawyers by calling (800) 655-4766 or contacting us online.

Serving San Marino Residents with Professional & Compassionate Legal Services 

We recognize the intricate legal, financial, and emotional dimensions of divorce and offer strategic guidance to address all facets of your situation. The following are some of the areas in which we can assist you.

• Child Custody & Support. Child custody cases require careful handling to ensure parenting plans reflect the child’s best interests while protecting your rights. We aim to create custody and support arrangements that prioritize the stability, safety, and comfort of your child. 
• Asset & Business Valuation. Properly valuing assets like real estate, businesses, and investments requires expertise. We work with forensic accountants and valuation experts to accurately assess all marital assets.  
• Division of Marital Property. California’s community property laws require fair division of assets and debts from the marriage. Fair doesn’t always mean equal. We analyze complex assets and provide strategies to ensure a favorable distribution aligned with your priorities. 
• Spousal Support. We help negotiate agreements that reflect financial realities and provide strong representation in disputes over eligibility or unreasonable demands. 
• Protecting Professional Practices. Divorces involving professionals like doctors, lawyers, and executives require unique strategies to preserve the value of practices, minimize disruptions, and protect reputations. 
• Breach of Fiduciary Duty. Spouses are legally obligated to be transparent in financial dealings. If a spouse has hidden assets or committed financial misconduct, we move quickly to uncover and address these breaches. 
• High-Asset Divorce. High-net-worth divorces involving trusts, offshore accounts, stock portfolios, and executive compensation require astute strategies. We focus on minimizing tax implications and financial risks while pursuing fair settlements.

Personalized Solutions for Complex San Marino Divorce Cases 

What sets our firm apart is our ability to deliver customized solutions grounded in expertise, collaboration, and integrity. Here are four key traits that help us manage even the most challenging divorce cases. 

1. Team-Based Approach: We assemble multidisciplinary teams to address your unique needs. Working with financial analysts, forensic accountants, and mental health professionals, we deliver comprehensive strategies that address both financial complexities and emotional well-being. 
2. Strategic Planning: Every case begins with in-depth planning bolstered by years of experience and a focus on the intricate structures of high-asset individuals. Whether leveraging financial settlement negotiations or preparing methodically for trial, our strategies are designed to protect your interests and minimize risk. 
3. Commitment to Transparency & Ethics: At every stage, we prioritize transparency and integrity. By keeping you informed and explaining the implications of various legal decisions, we empower you to take confident steps forward. 
4. Local Expertise: San Marino residents face unique factors in their legal cases. From addressing court filing procedures to understanding the implications of California’s community property laws, our familiarity with local protocols helps your case proceed smoothly. 

The Way Ahead: Navigating the Divorce Process in San Marino, CA 

Understanding the divorce process is essential to minimizing stress and ensuring no details are overlooked. Here is a framework for what to expect in a California divorce. 

1. Initiating the Divorce. The first step involves filing the “Petition for Dissolution of Marriage” (FL-100) and “Summons” (FL-110), starting the legal separation. San Marino residents must meet residency requirements of six months in California and three months in Los Angeles County. 
2. Serving Divorce Papers. Legal papers must be formally served to your spouse. California law allows personal service, and alternatives exist if your spouse cannot be located. We ensure proper documentation of service to facilitate the process. 
3. Financial Disclosures. California law mandates formal disclosure of financial assets. By preparing and exchanging documents such as the Declaration of Disclosure (FL-140) and Schedule of Assets and Debts (FL-142), each party gains full transparency into shared finances, ensuring balanced settlements. 
4. Temporary Orders. If immediate decisions are required — for example, on custody or support — we help file requests for temporary orders to establish stability during the proceedings. 
5. Negotiations & Litigation. While many cases settle out of court, some contested divorces require trial. We utilize discovery methods, witness evaluation, and cross-disciplinary input to build a compelling case, advocating for your priorities skillfully and aggressively. 
6. Finalizing the Divorce. The divorce is finalized through a “Judgment of Dissolution,” signed by the judge after issues have been resolved. Our team handles all filings, ensuring deadlines are met and agreements are structured to prevent future disputes.