San Diego Matrimonial Law

What is matrimonial law?

Matrimonial law consists of a group of statutes pertaining to legal unions between individuals.  It evolved a great deal before turning into the body of regulations that it is today.

In the early days of marriage, this institution was considered a business arrangement between families who became united through their children in order to increase their wealth or financial prospects.  Although many couples brought together through these arrangements did develop genuine affection for one another, romantic feelings were not considered essential to the union.

Fast-forward to the present day, in which the majority of couples in the United States are free to select and marry whomever they choose, typically for love or personal reasons.  However, the financial lives of the two partners are also merged at the time of their marriage, as a holdover from matrimonial law of old.  This financial union can become a difficult situation to untangle if the couple later decides to separate or divorce.

How matrimonial attorneys in San Diego can help

If a couple runs into marital difficulty, an attorney can help resolve the accompanying legal issues in a wide variety of ways.  The Law Office of Steven M. Bishop provides guidance in the following legal areas:

• Your legal rights and requirements regarding matrimony
• Understanding the divorce process
• Prenuptial agreements
• Contested and uncontested divorces
• Legal separations
• Marital settlement agreements
• Determining and ensuring equitable distribution
• Community property and separate property
• Retirement benefits
• Tax implications
• Spousal support (also known as alimony), including modifications as needed
• Other divorce procedures

Whether you are considering marriage for the first time or seeking a divorce, it is essential that you contact a knowledgeable San Diego matrimonial lawyer to educate yourself about your rights and responsibilities during the process.  Discuss your case with Mr. Bishop today.

Contact a matrimonial attorney in San Diego today

When you need the skilled guidance of an experienced San Diego matrimonial attorney, the Law Office of Steven M. Bishop is here to help.  To speak with someone experienced with matrimonial law in San Diego today, please contact our office,  fill out our online contact form.