A divorce is the end of your marriage or domestic partnership. Divorce can be an emotional, difficult and stressful time in your life.
Legal custody determines who will make decisions on behalf of the child. In joint legal custody, the parents will share in the decision making.
Paternity actions involve parents who were never married to each other when the child was born.
Long Beach Divorce Attorney Brenda F. Fizer predominantly practices family law attorneys. She has 22 years of experience in the legal field. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Journalism from the University of Southern Mississippi. While employed as a full-time Court clerk and mother, Ms. Fizer was admitted into a semi-scholarship law program with Pacific Coast University School of Law in Long Beach, California, where she earned her Juris Doctor.
After serving the public for many years in the Superior Court of California, Long Beach Divorce Lawyer Fizer opened her law firm in the city of Los Alamitos, where she has been practicing law since 2007. She has assisted many individuals in her community with legal matters in the most effective and sensitive ways. She understands that individuals involved in legal proceedings are most likely under pressure and emotional distress. Her experience in working at the Superior Court of California has given her vast knowledge and an “upper edge” in complex legal proceedings.
Many clients have come to Divorce Lawyer Fizer for legal services because they know they can count on her to give the most sincere, confidential, and professional representation. More importantly, Ms. Fizer’s clients recommend her by word of mouth, and the vast majority of Ms. Fizer’s cases come from referrals. For this reason alone, Ms. Fizer should be your only choice when it comes to Family Law Attorney.
Divorce (also known as dissolution of marriage) is the formal, legal ending of a marriage by the court. A divorce ends your legal relationship as a spouse. People are going through a divorce experience one of the most challenging times in their lives. Emotions are high, and life as they knew it would never be the same again. Our offices try to effectuate divorce proceedings by minimizing stress and conflict as best as possible.
To commence a divorce, one spouse (Petitioner) must file a summons and petition for dissolution of marriage with the court. If children are involved, there are additional documents that must be filed. In order to file for a Divorce in California, one party must have been a Resident of the State of California for at least six months and have resided in the county for at least three months. The dissolution papers also ask if the Petitioner is seeking custody, child support, spousal support, or property distribution. Once all of the relative dissolution documents have been filed with the court, the Petitioner must serve the other party.
Once the petition is filed, it must be legally served on the other spouse. The other spouse will have the opportunity to respond and state whether he or she agrees or disagrees with the dissolution papers. Once the other spouse has been served, he or she has 30 days to respond. The responding spouse now becomes the Respondent. The other spouse (Respondent) must file the responding documents with the court and serve a copy on the other party.
The parties will then have to provide financial disclosures to each other, detailing all of their assets and debts. These financial disclosures will also be filed with the court. These documents may be used as a foundation to structure a fair settlement. However, if the case doesn't settle, it will proceed to trial. It may take a case many months to get to trial. When it does, each party will have the opportunity to produce evidence and testimony regarding the issues being decided. You will need a good attorney to help you through this process. We at the Fizer Law Firm are ready to help you with all your legal needs.
California is a no-fault state. Therefore, neither party has to state who's at fault in the divorce as it will be based upon irreconcilable differences. California is also a community property state. That means that everything acquired after marriage is subject to equal division at the time of divorce.
Divorce may entail the division of property, custody and visitation of your children, child, and spousal support, and other sensitive matters. Divorce proceedings can be difficult, stressful, and painful for the parties and more so for any children involved. When you are going through a divorce, you need a sensitive yet aggressive attorney to fight for your rights. The attorneys at our firm handle cases patiently, calmly, and strongly. Fizer Law Firm can help you deal with your divorce and family law needs.
At Fizer Law, our family law and Divorce Lawyer - Ms. Brenda F. Fizer, understands that the most challenging obstacle you'll ever face is perhaps a legal dispute with your family. Emotions run high, which can make rational and informed decisions about your future hard to make. If those decisions impact children, the stakes maybe even higher. Hiring an accomplished Divorce lawyer will help you navigate these tough times and ensure that you & your loved ones get the best result.
Ms. Brenda F. Fizer has more than 22 years of experience handling the most complex family law matters and is considered the top Long Beach Divorce Lawyer . As such, she is careful to protect all records at trial, and she strives to devise the most effective case possible on behalf of her clients from the onset to help avoid the potential for any further legal action. This approach enables us to consistently secure multi-million dollar property settlements, desirable child custody arrangements, and lavish alimony and child support orders for our clients.
We know the law, we know the courts, and we can help you discover the most appropriate path moving forward. Call the law office of Fizer Law, the best Family Law Attorney, to schedule a free consultation. We will listen to you and your needs, identify the best legal strategy for your particular situation, and answer any questions you may have.
Our Family Lawyer has a proven track record of successfully handling all Family law issues, including:
A divorce case is one of the most complex areas of Family law that an attorney can take on. A divorce attorney must have a knowledge of many other fields of law to be a successful Divorce attorney. Criminal law, bankruptcy, taxation, estate planning, juvenile law can be involved, to name a few. Relationships sometimes just don't turn out the way you'd prefer. Although it may be daunting to make the decision to get a divorce, sometimes it could be what's best for you & your family, and in every step of the way, you need an accomplished Divorce Attorney. It's important to know which legal choices could be better for you when you start a new chapter in your life. The best Divorce Lawyer, Ms. Brenda F. Fizer, is here to help you navigate through this trying time.
Ms. Brenda Fizer has over 22 years of experience and has helped hundreds of families across Long Beach navigate their most personal and vital family law matters. When families, especially children, are affected by your divorce, it is even more crucial to hire a compassionate Divorce Attorney. Call the law office of Fizer Law today to schedule a consultation with the best Divorce Attorney - Ms. Brenda F. Fizer.
Divorce is an emotional process. We will help you understand the divorce process and all of your options so we can make the best decision for your future. Every case is unique and depends on a variety of factors. However, in most cases, it is beneficial to compromise on certain issues to protect yourself and your family in the long term, before making a move on Divorce, Child Custody and Visitation, Modification of Orders, Property Division, Domestic Violence, Paternity, Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements, Legal Separation, Legal Custody, or other vital legal matters. Contact the family law office of Fizer Law at 1-(562)-270-9944, the top Long Beach Divorce Lawyer, to get the guidance you require to make smart, knowledgeable choices.
Our divorce attorney in Long Beach, CA, is well-suited to devise unique legal tactics for the particular circumstances of your marital dissolution. Based on the specific challenges you confront, Ms. Fizer advises, resolves, negotiates, & litigate as necessary. We effectively advocate on behalf of clients in high-stakes circumstances. We are vigilant in identifying the entire marital estate & experienced in ensuring that the best interests of the children stay at the center of our client's cases.
We will take you through the steps of filing for divorce or obtaining a formal legal separation in California. We will outline each aspect of the divorce procedure so that you may be prepared and make intelligent choices at each stage. Ms. Fizer is well-versed in all divorce scenarios & family law matters, such as:
Orders regarding temporary custody, support, & marital property;
The role of mediation;
All aspects of property division & community property disputes;
LGBT matters, including same-sex marriage & domestic partnerships
Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements;
Alimony (married couples) & Marvin actions (unmarried couples)
Bankruptcy in the context of divorce
Modifications of court orders;
Domestic torts - transmission of STDs, invasion of privacy, etc.;
Domestic violence restraining orders;
Appeals of family court - or civil court orders;
Although it is difficult to anticipate the cost of your dissolution, the following relevant factors should be considered:
Whether there will be litigation costs, like an expert witness or court reporter fees;
The nature of the contested issues;
Whether your case involves legal matters that are new to California;
The number of issues upon which parties have reached an agreement
If the parties will split a pension plan
Your attorney's hourly rate
Your conduct & that of your spouse
The extent of collaboration between opposing parties & their counsel;
In California, divorce documents must initially be served in person. Even though your spouse lives in some other state, you can apply for divorce in California provided you have satisfied the six-month residence requirements. If the whereabouts of a spouse are unknown & you have made every effort to locate their residence, a person may request that the summons be published in "a newspaper of general circulation" or published by the court clerk at the courthouse.
Based on how the courts in our state interpret the word publication, putting a message as well as a photo of the court summons on Facebook may be deemed an appropriate form of publication, especially if the court felt certain that the spouse would see the notification in this manner. Though it is impossible to predict if our state's judges would reach a similar conclusion, cases do provide an intriguing interpretation of the law as well as creative use of technology to help in the resolution of family law matters such as divorce.
To file for divorce, or "dissolution," in California, you must be a California resident for at least 6 months as well as a 3month resident of the county in which you wish to file. Following the initial petition, California law mandates the parties to wait six months before the court may enter a final judgment of dissolution. California, like the majority of states, has a "no-fault" divorce system.
This implies that neither you nor your spouse must demonstrate that the other is "at fault" in order to obtain a divorce. Infidelity or cruelty are neither required nor essential grounds for divorce in California. The court would not need proof of wrongdoing. You can show only irreconcilable differences to have your marriage or domestic partnership dissolved.
Your divorce becomes final in California on the effective date. This date will be at least six months plus 1 day after the summons & petition are served. The actual effective date will be included in the final dissolution decision. If the parties reach an agreement on the parameters of the settlement, including an effective date, it can be included in the judgment document presented to the court. Otherwise, the court will usually include the effective date in the decision after it has processed all of the judgment papers (if you settle) or after a trial (if you litigate contested matters).
The finality of your divorce, as indicated by the judgment of dissolution, is significant for a variety of reasons. It has an impact on your right to remarry, your eligibility for health insurance from your former spouse, as well as your tax filing status. It also defines a variety of rights & duties resulting from the previous marriage partnership. Ms. Fizer has over 22 years of expertise & has assisted hundreds of Long Beach families in navigating their most sensitive and important family law problems. Contact the family law firm of Fizer Law at 1-(562)-270-9944, the best Long Beach Divorce Lawyer, for the advice you need to make sound decisions.
Ms. Fizer, is an excellent attorney! I was able to accomplish the divorce with 50-50 joint legal and physical custody. Child support payments were established based on 50-50 joint legal and physical custody. I am completely satisfied.
Michael L Brent
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I hired this attorney to represent me in a divorce. She was great and came highly recommend by a friend. She was very aggressive in the courtroom. I felt like she really fought for my rights. I was extremely happy with the results. I also thanked my friend for recommending her. A first rated attorney indeed.
Posted by Juan April 27, 2012
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She was just a class act. She handled my divorce with sensitivity. She is very agressive in court and knows her way around the court system. I found her very knowledgeable and all around great.
Posted by Anonymous March 27, 2011
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Brenda Fizer is a great attorney with morals and values. I've have known Brenda for over 5 years with her representing my family law case favorably, yet with compassion. She was always willing to answer my questions and go above and beyond to make sure I was well informed of rights, options and possible scenarios both good and bad. She is honest! She never wasted my money, and always sought what would be best for me as her client. Brenda made sure that I was prepared and addressed all possible scenarios before court appearances. She has good relationships within the courts and is able to navigate well.
During my divorce/custody case she showed compassion and offered sound advice for sustainability with the custody portion and overall divorce process. She has experience with a vast number of cases and it shows in the courtroom with the way she manages the Judge and opposing Counsel. Although she is kind and compassionate with clients, she has a fiery yet professional disposition in the courtroom which prevails. Her thoroughness and attention to detail was critical in cases where my Ex was attempting to get money from me. Brenda fights hard, because her confidence, passion and heart is to help people and it is obvious in her work. This demeanor and level of humanity is extremely helpful when dealing with ugly court battles. I HIGHLY recommend Brenda for legal needs and guidance!
1. How Long Have You Practiced Family Law?
2. How Do You Charge Clients & Can You Give Me an Estimate?
3. What Are Your Usual Clients Like?
4. What is Your Approach?
5. Will There Be Anyone Else Working on My Case?
6. How Many Cases Like Mine Have You Managed?
7. How Long Does it Take You to Respond to Calls & Emails?
8. Am I Being Unreasonable?
9. What Are the Potential Outcomes in My Case?
10. Do You Foresee Any Big Problems?
● Most attorneys charge by the hour, with rates ranging from $150 to $300 per hour. The majority of attorneys accept a retainer and bill against it. The majority of retainers are between $1,500 & $10,000. A typical retainer is $2,500. The retainer amount is determined by the complexities of the case. If the parties negotiate an out-of-court settlement, a divorce can be completed for $2,500 or less.
● The cost is a crucial factor, but the most important thing is that you feel comfortable with your lawyer. Do you have faith in them? Do you believe they'll do a good job representing you in court? A lousy lawyer should not be confused with a qualified lawyer.
The average divorce expense in California is around $17,500, whereas the national average is approximately $15,000. You could just pay a $435 filing fee or end up in a legal battle that costs thousands - if not hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Lawyer:- Lawyers are people who have gone to law school and often may have taken and passed the bar exam.
Attorney:-Attorney is an abbreviation for the official title "attorney at law." An attorney is somebody who is not only educated & trained in the law but also practices it in court. An attorney is defined as someone who serves as a practitioner in a court of law.
The divorce would take at least Six months from the moment the individual applying for divorce formally informs his or her spouse or domestic partner of the divorce. It is possible that the lawsuit will take longer. However, it cannot be completed in less than 6 months. This is a legal requirement in California, and no couple may divorce in less than 6 months. You will be able to submit all of your documentation to the court and have your divorce judgment accepted, but the divorce will not be official for at least 6 months after you begin the process.
● NEVER IGNORE YOUR CHILDREN
● NEVER USE KIDS AS PAWNS
● NEVER GIVE IN TO ANGER
● NEVER EXPECT TO GET EVERYTHING
● NEVER FIGHT EVERY FIGHT
● NEVER TRY TO HIDE MONEY
● NEVER COMPARE DIVORCES
