There are hundreds of attorneys who may be willing to represent you when you file for divorce in California. The question of who to hire comes down to which one will truly work for you to reach a settlement that honestly reflects your best interests and what you want your future to look like. I am Santa Rosa attorney Charles Stark, and I will take the time to explore fully what you need in your settlement, what is important to your future, and how your complete settlement resolution matches those needs. I have more than thirty years of experience helping people determine what legal outcomes will be best for their immediate and future needs, and then working hard to pursue those outcomes.
If you are considering filing for a divorce, contact me, Sonoma County divorce attorney Charles D. Stark, for a consultation. If getting the settlement you need requires strong advocacy, I am an experienced trial litigator who strenuously defends your rights and pursues your needs. In many divorce situations, however, mediated and collaborative settlements are often the most cost-effective means of reaching agreements. I am an experienced mediator who will help you get the settlement that is right for your future and the future of your family.
To aid your understanding of the several stages and procedures of a marital dissolution proceeding under California law, click on the link below for a printable "at a glance" summary chart:
| There are four stages of a California Dissolution of Marriage or Domestic Partnership. Click on the link to the left for a chart and explanation of the stages and steps in the California divorce process. |
Divorce and Family Law Representation:
- Divorce, contested and uncontested
- Child Custody
- Legal custody
- Physical custody - Joint, sole, or shared child support
- Child Support
- Spousal/Partner support, temporary and long-term (alimony)
- Domestic Partnerships
- Establishing parentage/paternity
- Judgment modifications
- Restraining orders
- Marital property valuation and division
- Pension and retirement account valuation and division
- Business and professional practices
- Child support modifications
- Spousal support modifications and terminations
- Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDRDS)
- Prenuptial Agreements
- Stepparent adoptions
Contact me, Sonoma County divorce attorney Charles D. Stark, to schedule a consultation about your California family law needs today. My rates are reasonable, either hourly or by flat-fee, and I accept Visa, Master Card, Discover, and American Express.
