Pasadena Divorce Attorneys

Over 20 Years of Experience Serving Los Angeles

Going through a divorce is difficult, no matter the circumstances. Even in the case of an uncontested divorce, there are still many sensitive matters to discuss and negotiate. A divorce involving high-net-worth individuals and a large estate can become particularly overwhelming.

At The Law Office of Marilyn M. Smith, we focus on family law because we are passionate about providing our clients with support during a difficult time. With an in-depth knowledge of divorce law in California, each of our Pasadena divorce attorneys works closely together to ensure that your case is handled comprehensively and effectively. Our firm is here to review your unique situation and help you understand your options so that you can make informed decisions about your divorce.

Helping You Navigate Divorce Proceedings

Ideally, every divorce could be negotiated amicably outside of court. Some couples are able to make important decisions about their divorce during mediation. While our firm is able to represent you in these negotiations, we are also capable of providing aggressive and strategic representation should your divorce go to family court.

Our firm can help with all matters that may come into play during your divorce, including:

• Annulments
• High-asset divorce
• Guardianship
• Child support
• Spousal support
• Child custody
• Legal separation
• Visitation
• Division of property
• Asset valuation

Grounds for Divorce in the State of California

In California, someone who files for divorce is not required to prove that their spouse did anything to cause it. In a "no-fault" divorce, there simply has to be irreconcilable differences to dissolve the marriage. Likewise, California does not require that both spouses agree to end the marriage in order to go through legal proceedings.

If you have recently filed for divorce or your spouse has served you with papers, the time to hire a Pasadena divorce attorney is now. Our legal team at The Law Office of Marilyn M. Smith can provide you with the help you need to get through this difficult legal process.

High-Profile Divorce

Many couples with particularly large estates find that hiring a Pasadena high-net-worth divorce lawyer is the only way to successfully overcome the challenges of a divorce. The Law Office of Marilyn M. Smith has represented several high-profile individuals in their divorces. We have extensive, specialized experience handling these kinds of cases. Our team understands how to properly address their particularly tense matters, such as property division, asset valuation, and alimony.