- DivorceContested Divorce – Involves outstanding issues to be resolved concerning support, child custody and visitation, or the distribution of various marital assets and marital debts. The majority of contested divorces require court intervention.
- Child SupportCalifornia law requires courts to adhere to statewide uniform guidelines in setting child support orders. However, the Court Commissioner or Family Law Judge has the final authority to determine the amount of a child support order. If the parents cannot agree on child support, the judge will decide the child support amount based upon the guideline calculation.
- Child Custody and VisitationDuring divorce proceedings, each parent is concerned with what is in the best interest of the children. At the Law Offices of Sonya A. Bouma, PLC we believe that the children come first and we assist the parties with focusing on the children to reach a resolution that will be in the best interest of the child, be that establishing sole custody, joint custody or establishing a child visitation schedule.
- Spousal SupportFamily Courts consider many factors when establishing spousal support. Some of the considering factors include whether the support is temporary, the earning capacity of the supported spouse, whether there are assets and/or obligations, the age and health of the parties, the length of the parties’ marriage and whether there is a history of domestic violence. The goal of support orders is to have each party become self-sufficient.
- Legal SeparationA divorce or legal separation can be one of the most stressful experiences that a person may endure in their life. The parties involved may be anxious, angry and fearful of an uncertain future. During dissolution, questions may arise concerning the ability to support two households, or whether there will be a strain on the parent-child relationship should visitation of a minor child be reduced. Concerns may also be raised with regard to support for the spouse as well as the child.
- Business Disputes
- Construction LitigationAt the Law Offices of Sonya A. Bouma, PLC we offer legal expertise in the area of construction defect litigation for both residential and commercial buildings. We are accustomed to the complexities associated with multiple defects and will aggressively advocate on your behalf to reach resolution.
- Social Security DisabilityAt the Law Offices of Sonya A. Bouma, PLC we are experienced in Social Security Disability Appeals and will ensure that you are effectively represented throughout the appeal process.