Family Law

Riverside Divorce and Family Law Attorneys

At the Law Office of Heather M. Cullen, our attorneys practice family law exclusively. As a result, we have the experience and the legal skill required to represent our clients effectively in all aspects of this broad area. We offer high quality and personal representation in the following matters:

Divorce/Dissolution Our lawyers work to minimize stress and turmoil of a divorce, especially when children are involved.

Termination of Domestic Partnerships The breakup of a domestic partnership has most of the same issues as those involved in a divorce.

Property Rights (Simple and Complex) We use our extensive knowledge of California law to make sure our client is treated fairly in a division of community property.

Spousal Support / Alimony Our law firm has the experience to protect our clients in determining temporary and permanent spousal support.

Child Custody and Visitation We help clients resolve custody and visitation disputes, resulting in orders that represent the best interest of the child(ren).

Parental Rights / Paternity Establishing parental relationships (often referred to as "paternity") creates a legal relationship between parent and child. It also confers all legal rights and responsibilities of parenthood.

Child Support We represent clients seeking fair resolution of support disputes including both initial and permanent support orders.

Wage Assignments (Collections of Support) Our office assists in the creation, modification and termination of wage assignments.

Domestic Violence is not just between husbands and wives. It is used to describe violence between domestic partners, parents and children, siblings, and in dating relationships.

Parental Relocations/Move-ways It is illegal for a parent to move a child from the area without court authorization. We help parents both pursue and defend relocation petitions.

Military Divorce Special rules may apply in family law matters when a party is on active duty in the military. We handle "military divorces" for members of the armed services and their spouses.

Modification of Custody and Support When there is a substantial change in circumstances by one of the parties, the court can change ("modify") the current custody and support orders.

Contested vs. Uncontested Divorce Many of the most difficult (and expensive) aspects of divorce disappear if the parties agree. We focus on making this happen. When it cannot, we handle a contested divorce, taking it to trial when necessary.

Effective representation in family law matters requires thorough understanding of the law and the ability to respond to families in crisis. We invite you to contact our office today for a confidential consultation with one of our divorce and family law attorneys.