Santa Barbara Law Attorneys Dedicated to Advocacy in Family Law
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We are offering remote mediation and litigation services for Divorce, Custody, Visitation, Property Division, Child Support, Spousal Support, Emergency Orders Ex Parte & other family law matters.
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How Does Santa Barbara, California Determine Child Custody?
Child custody is one of the more delicate areas of family law practice, and it can be extremely stressful for the children involved. Fortunately, the state courts in California prioritize the welfare of the child over either parent’s w...
Are Dating Violence and Domestic Violence the Same Thing?
It’s not always easy to tell when a relationship is unhealthy or abusive. Many people don’t even realize they’re in an abusive relationship until it’s too late. Domestic violence and dating violence are two types of abuse that ca...
How Long Does It Take to Finalize a Divorce in Santa Barbara, California?
Marriage is a binding legal contract between two people. In Santa Barbara, California, that contract can be particularly complex and time-consuming to undo. Every state has its own laws pertaining to marriage and divorce, and California...
Is Divorce Mediation Successful?
No one wants to face the prospect of a divorce, but unfortunately, sometimes it’s necessary and the best resolution for all parties involved. However, some couples feel there is hope for their relationship if they can sit down and hash...
Practice the Pause
If you are co-parenting during or after a divorce, practicing “the pause” can help you stay out of trouble and maintain a good co-parenting relationship with the other parent. Too many times parents quarrel unnecessarily or...
Divorce, Marital Duties, and Digital Assets
By Bennett Reichard, Law Clerk In recent years there has been a dramatic increase in the usage and prevalence of digital assets such as cryptocurrency and non-fungible tokens (“NFT”). A forecast, created by research firm Insider In...
Why Do Couples Go to Divorce Mediation?
When a couple is facing divorce in California, they have options beyond the court system. Divorce mediation is a choice many couples seek to help alleviate the stress of the divorce. In this situation, the couple sits down with a lawyer,...
What Is Divorce Mediation?
Divorce is common; in fact, half of all marriages end with the couple divorcing. If you are facing a divorce, it’s important to understand the process and all your potential options. Contrary to popular belief, divorces do not all proc...
Divorce, Mediation and Co-Parenting
Divorce Mediation is a great way to resolve matters out of court with your co-parent. It can be less costly, both emotionally and financially, than a court battle. Best of all, an out of court settlement will likely help you and your co-...
Tips to Manage Seasonal Anxiety During COVID-19
New recommendations, mask mandates, and restrictions due to the delta variant may find a way to curb your enthusiasm as we transition into the chillier and darker months ahead. Here a few tools experts recommend to help us deal with it a...
Tips for Blended Families
This article originally appeared on the Gottman Institute’s blog. By Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart Being a parent brings so many joys and so many challenges. Parenting looks different for every person and family based on ethnicity, geograp...
With the Help of a Divorce Coach, Your Impending Split Could Be More Efficient and a Lot Less Expensive, by Kat Monk
Just as attorneys and financial experts have important and specific roles in the divorce process, a divorce coach has the role of supporting and guiding his or her clients wade through a maze of emotions while getting unmarried. Written ...
A Santa Barbara Law Firm Dedicated to Advocacy in Family Law and Mediation
Divorce & Legal Separation
No one enters a marriage expecting it to end in divorce, and marital dissolution is often a difficult and emotionally grueling process. We’re here to help! If you are in need of assistance with your divorce contact an experienced Santa Barbara divorce attorney at Drury Pullen Law today for consultation.
Custody, Visitation & Parentage
Legal issues involving children and custody rights are not only emotionally draining but can get pretty complicated as well that requires the help of a legal attorney. We’re here to help! If you are in need of assistance with child custody legal issues. Contact an experienced Santa Barbara family law lawyer at Drury Pullen Law today for consultation.
Child Support
For parents, understanding their rights and obligations in child support matters can be difficult. When parents divorce or are unmarried the parent who does not live with their child is usually obligated to pay child support. If you are in need of assistance with child support contact an experienced Santa Barbara child support attorney at Drury Pullen Law today for consultation.
Divorce Mediation
Divorce mediation is an alternative to litigating an action in court with your spouse through divorce lawyers. Instead of using the court and a judge to make decisions, parties who decide to use mediation work with a neutral third party mediator to negotiate divorce issues.
Spousal Support
Once an action for dissolution of marriage or legal separation has been filed, the Court can address the issue of spousal support by carefully reviewing numerous factors. Contact Santa Barbara spousal support attorney at Drury Pullen Law for consultation.
Divorce Mediation
There are three basic steps in dividing property in a divorce action: Characterization, Valuation & Division. The decisions you make regarding you and your family in legal proceedings can affect you for the rest of your life. Santa Barbara family law lawyer at Drury Pullen Law is experienced in California family law and ready to help you through this difficult time.
Divorce & COVID-19 in Santa Barbara, CA
These are unprecedented times for all us. There are a lot of questions that we are having a difficult time getting answered.
- How can I move forward with my divorce?
- What do I do with my kids if my former spouse is sick?
- What do I do if am being abused or know someone who is being abused?
The divorce & family law attorneys at Drury Pullen, A Professional Law Corporation are here to help you and your family get through these challenging times.
We are here to answer questions, help keep your spirits up, provide up-to-date resources and information and help you make decisions about your family law needs.
