Newport Beach Family Law Attorney

Newport Beach Family Law Lawyer

Legal matters involving family relationships tend to be highly personal, extremely stressful, and, in many cases, downright daunting. Navigating the family law system can seem overwhelming, especially if you have never dealt with a legal issue before. Regardless of your circumstances or the complexity of your case, an experienced  Newport Beach family lawyer at Kovach Family Law can help.

From marital agreements to divorce, child custody, and more, we help clients throughout Orange County navigate an array of legal family matters. Our founding attorney Nina Kovach has nearly 30 years of experience and has a high level of proficiency and experience in family law. We are prepared to guide you through the process, answering your questions and providing the personalized, compassionate representation you need.

Our firm can handle a wide range of complex family law matters for clients in Newport Beach and surrounding areas of California. Once you have confirmed that you must go to court for any type of family legal matter, you need to consult an attorney you can trust right away. The team at Kovach Family Law is ready to assist you. For a complimentary consultation, call (949) 512-7287 or contact us online.

How We Can Help

• Spousal Support
• Child Custody
• Child Support
• Divorce
• Property Division

Why Hire a Family Lawyer?

Though you have the option of representing yourself during a divorce or other family law proceedings, it’s always best to work with an experienced attorney. California’s family law system can be incredibly confusing; there are many steps you must take and numerous deadlines to meet. Having a knowledgeable attorney by your side can make all the difference in the outcome of your case.

If you attempted to handle your family law case alone, you would face strict court filing deadlines, difficult filing requirements, and the emotional strain of the situation, all while attempting to manage your personal and professional obligations. This can make an already challenging situation even worse, and you would be risking the outcome of your case unnecessarily.

Instead of attempting to handle your case on your own, reach out to an experienced Newport Beach family lawyer with the skills and experience you need on your side. At Kovach Family Law, our Newport Beach family law attorneys can assist you with all aspects of your case, including but not limited to:

• Explaining various state and local laws that apply to your case, as well as your various options. There are many pervasive misconceptions about the family court system, and we can dispel any myths that may have influenced your expectations about the proceedings ahead. We can explain the specific statutes that apply to your situation, so you have an accurate idea of what to expect in your case.
• Discussing your legal rights and formulating a plan to protect your best interests. Divorce is a difficult process, and the outcome is likely to influence your life in various ways. We can help you avoid making emotionally driven decisions and do everything we can to safeguard your future as much as possible.
• Handling the discovery process and presenting crucial evidence on your behalf. One of the most important aspects of divorce is the financial disclosure process, in which both spouses produce their financial records to ensure a fair determination of property division, child support, and spousal support, as their case requires. We can help you gather all necessary evidence and documentation.
• Pursuing alternative dispute resolution options, such as mediation, when possible/appropriate.
• Ensuring all legal paperwork is filed properly and on time. Missing court filing deadlines can significantly impact your divorce. We will explain all applicable deadlines and filing requirements so your divorce can proceed as smoothly as possible.
• Helping you avoid common mistakes that could jeopardize the outcome of your case. For example, we advise clients not to post on social media about their divorces and to limit their spending as their divorce cases unfold. The tips we provide are meant to reduce the chances of time-consuming complications and disputes arising.
• Seeking personalized solutions tailored to your unique needs. We know that every divorce case is unique, and every client has different needs and goals. We take time to get to know each client so we can accurately address their individual concerns.
• Representing you in family court if necessary. While it is possible to resolve some family law matters without the need for courtroom proceedings, litigation may be unavoidable in some cases. We will represent you in all courtroom sessions and prepare you for each courtroom appearance so you can feel more confident.

As your legal team, we will be there for you every step of the way. From the moment you call until the moment your case is resolved, we strive to provide the answers, guidance, and legal support you need to feel comfortable and confident moving forward with your case.

It is important to remember that many family law matters are multifaceted. For example, divorce is much more than just ending your marriage. Depending on the details of your case, this may require a child custody determination, resolving child support, settling spousal support, and completing the property division process under California law. Attempting to handle all of these issues alone would be an overwhelming challenge for any average person.

Your attorney will need to address all of your individual concerns for your case. Kovach Family Law has the experience and resources needed to provide comprehensive and client-focused legal counsel for the most complex family law matters. During your initial consultation with our team, we will listen to your story and explain the various legal services we provide that can help you navigate your case more easily.

Contact Us Today

Free Consultation 949-512-7287

Comprehensive Family Law Services in Newport Beach

If you need assistance from a Newport Beach family lawyer, it is crucial to find one who has proven experience resolving cases like yours. Kovach Family Law is confident in our ability to provide comprehensive legal counsel in the most challenging cases. We will get to know you and develop a strategy tailored to your needs and goals. Our attorneys have extensive experience representing clients in all types of family law cases.

Our particular areas of focus include:

• Alimony: Also known as spousal support, this can come into play when a couple divorces and one earns far more income than the other, or if one of the spouses is unable to support themselves. The purpose of spousal support is to help the supported spouse become self-sufficient or account for their inability to work. The amount paid and duration will depend on numerous factors, such as the length of time the marriage lasted.
• Child custody: When parents’ divorce or unmarried parents decide to raise their children separately, a child custody order is necessary. The court must make the final decision on all child custody matters to ensure any order issued will suit the best interests of the children it will affect. We can help you make a stronger case for custody and increase your chances of securing the custody or visitation rights you hope to secure.
• Child support: Whenever parents divide custody of their children, they must also divide the financial burden of handling their children’s living expenses. One parent will be required to pay child support to the other. Whether you expect to receive child support as a custodial parent or pay child support as a noncustodial parent, we will do everything we can to ensure the fairest possible child support determination.
• Divorce: Ending a marriage in California is a complicated and multifaceted process. Whether your divorce is relatively uncontested, or you and your spouse have many issues to resolve, you can rely on our firm for ongoing support through all stages of your divorce proceedings, from initial filing and financial disclosure to resolving child custody and other complex matters so you can finalize your divorce as soon as possible.
• Prenuptial Agreements: A prenuptial agreement is a contract drafted prior to marriage that can provide financial peace of mind to both spouses. It can also help them have difficult conversations early in their marriage, so they don’t have any mixed expectations about their financial rights and responsibilities in their marriage. We can help you draft a prenuptial contract or ensure that it is properly enforced in divorce proceedings.
• Postnuptial Agreement: A postnuptial agreement is signed after marriage, and similar to a prenuptial contract, it will address financial issues that arise after the couple has already married. This can enhance an existing prenuptial contract or overwrite it when a change in the couple’s finances has rendered an existing prenuptial contract unenforceable.
• Property Division: Divorcing couples in California must divide marital property under the community property law, but this does not necessarily mean that all of your property will be divided 50/50. Each spouse will be able to keep separate property, and it is possible to customize property division to an extent. We will help you complete the financial disclosure process to ensure the fairest possible division of marital property in divorce.

Whether you are filing for divorce from your spouse, wish to make modifications to an existing child support order, or want to exercise your visitation and custody rights, we can help. We invite you to reach out to our Newport Beach family law attorneys today to discuss your case and learn how our team can fight for you and your family.

Why Do I Need a Newport Beach Family Lawyer?

Even if you believe your case is straightforward and you know what to expect, it is vital to understand the importance of having legal counsel you can trust on your side for any type of family law matter. Depending on the type of case ahead of you, the outcome may influence your life and the lives of your children for many years to come. It is vital to enter the situation as prepared as possible, and legal representation is an ideal asset to have on your side.

You will be able to rely on your Newport Beach family lawyer to handle all of the procedural aspects of your case, from gathering documentation for financial disclosure to ensuring you meet all applicable filing requirements and deadlines. If any unexpected complications arise, you will be able to rely on your attorney for responsive assistance. We can help you prepare an effective legal strategy for accomplishing your goals but will be flexible to change course when necessary.

It is also important to remember that you may need to revisit a family court order in the future if you experience major life events. For example, if you have custody of your children but suffer a serious injury, you may not be able to handle your parental responsibilities and will need to petition for a change to your custody order. This is just one example of how the need for modification can arise, and your attorney can help you secure necessary changes.

Ultimately, no one can ever predict the outcome of any family court case, but the right attorney on your side will significantly improve your chances of reaching your desired outcome. The team at Kovach Family Law has years of professional experience handling a wide range of family law cases all over in California and will leverage this experience on your behalf.

When it comes to the cost of hiring a Newport Beach family lawyer, our firm is transparent with our billing practices and will carefully explain the cost of our representation. Our goal is to help you resolve your case efficiently and assist you in reaching your desired outcome. You can rest assured that when you choose our firm to represent you, you will have a dedicated legal advocate readily available to assist with all aspects of your case.

Contact Our Family Law Attorneys for Support Today

Navigating the family law process can be extremely stressful and, in many cases, frustrating. At Kovach Family Law, we want to ease the process as much as possible by providing the personalized and compassionate legal service you deserve. Your family dynamic is changing, and we want to be there to make sure your rights are protected.

When you choose our firm, you can rest assured that we will fight for you. We are known for going to bat for our clients, no matter how tough the challenge may be. We work hard for our clients and are fierce advocates for the people and families we serve.

Regardless of the type of family court case you are approaching, it is important that you secure legal counsel you can trust as soon as possible. Kovach Family Law is ready to provide the compassionate legal counsel you need for the proceedings ahead of you. Get in touch with us today for a free and confidential consultation; call (949) 512-7287 or contact us online to get started.