San Diego’s Family Law Team
We are Dedicated to Providing You with Quality, Experienced, and Compassionate Representation in All Family Law Matters.
At Naimish & Lewis, we understand that in all family law matters such as divorce, child custody and visitation issues are often the most contentious. Parents cherish the time they have with their children and will fight aggressively for a solution they feel represents their child’s best interest. Our attorneys represent mothers, fathers and minors in legal actions while maintaining a focus on doing what is best for the children. Court decisions have far reaching effects on parents and children, making it imperative to get the job done right the first time.
Our team of legal experts are dedicated to providing our clients with quality, experienced and compassionate representation in family law matters. We know that our clients are coming to us during the most difficult time in their lives and that every family law matter presents its own unique challenges. Divorce is certainly one of the most life-changing choices that you make for you and your family. We genuinely care about the outcome of your case. If you are facing divorce, our California State Bar Certified Family Law Specialist will guide you through the decisions involved with your case. Our team of attorneys at Naimish & Lewis is dedicated to achieving desirable results for every one of our clients.
Naimish & Lewis, APC: Your Trusted Family Law Advocates
Partner Mary J. Naimish, CFLS, and Robert J. Allison
Family Law Areas of Representation
Making The Best Decisions Possible For Your Family.
Our objective at Naimish & Lewis is to make the process as easy as possible for you. We can represent you through each and every step, whether you are just starting your case or are in the midst of contested litigation. Our knowledge and experience in divorce, legal separation, and all other family law matters such as custody, relocation, child support, spousal support and fraternity, will help to ensure that you obtain the best possible outcome in the most cost-effective manner.
Divorce & Legal Separation
Divorce certainly is not a minor decision – it is one of the most life-changing choices that you can make for you and your family. We genuinely care about the outcome. Whether you have been served with a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage or you are thinking about filing for divorce, but do not know what to expect, the Court has provided legal steps you will need to follow, and Naimish & Lewis is here to help guide you through this difficult process.
Child Custody & Visitation
Child custody and visitation is often the most difficult part of a divorce as the laws surrounding custody and visitation can be confusing and complex. Custody orders in California must be made according to the best interests of the child – not according to the parent’s interests nor to achieve equity between the parents.
Child Support
California law states that biological parents of a child have a financial obligation to support their child until the child has reached the age of 18 and has graduated high school. The financial obligation could continue if the child has turned 19 and is still in high school and is not self-supporting. In the case of a disabled child that is not self-supporting, both parents have the legal obligation to continue to support the child for as long as necessary. Remember, child support is a legal right of a child and cannot be waived by either parent in a proceeding.
Spousal Support
During a divorce or legal separation, finances are often a point of contention and stress between the parties involved. In some cases, one spouse has stayed at home raising the children while the other was the sole income earner. In other cases, one spouse may make more money and as a result, be responsible for the payment of many of the household expenses. Whatever your situation, and whatever your concerns, Naimish & Lewis, APC will explain your responsibilities and rights from the very beginning of your case.
Division Of Assets and Debts
The State of California is a community property state, which means all assets and liabilities you and your spouse acquire during the course of your marriage are both of yours and therefore must be equally divided in a dissolution of marriage or legal separation proceeding. Property that one spouse owned before the marriage, in most cases, is considered separate property and is not subject to this same division.
Post-Judgment Modification & Enforcement Orders
There are several Family Court orders that can be changed over time as the parties’ circumstances do. The initial orders can be modified before or after the Court enters a final Judgment. This means that even though a divorce, legal separation, or parentage action is concluded, the parties may need to return to Court later if the orders are no longer appropriate.
PRE-NUPTIAL AND POST-NUPTIAL AGREEMENTS
For Premarital Agreements to be enforceable, the parties must follow the requirements set out in the Uniform Premarital Agreement Act found in California’s Family Code. If the parties do not follow these requirements, then they will not be able to determine how property is characterized and divided upon death or divorce, or how the law will dictate their financial obligations toward each other, creditors, or tax authorities.
ESTATE PLANNING, PROBATE AND TRUSTS
Estate planning is the process of anticipating and arranging for the distribution of an estate after a person dies as well as taking care of the person and the person’s assets while they are unable to do so due to incapacity. Estate planning attempts to eliminate uncertainties over the administration of an estate, avoid the delays and costs of probate administration, and helps to maximize the value of the estate by reducing taxes and other expenses. Guardians can be designated for minor children and custodians can be designated for pets.
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Contact Us Now for Guidance from One of Our Experienced Attorneys.
At Naimish & Lewis we have the highest reputation for providing you and your family with the respect you deserve. We will help you navigate the stress and complications of family law while keeping the focus on what is best for you and your family. We do this with years of experience and compassion for your family. We will be your advocate.
You may be in need of a little advice right now. We’d like to meet you. If you are struggling with a serious family law issue or you’re planning for the future, Naimish & Lewis can help. Contact Naimish & Lewis, APC today.
