Temecula Family Law Lawyer

Whether it is for divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support or any other family law matter, Family Law Attorney Michael R. Young provides strong legal representation in Temecula, California. As a committed lawyer, he has devoted himself to fighting for the best possible results for his clients, utilizing different tactics for every case, because he fully understands that each case encompasses unique circumstances.

Holding vast experience with the Riverside Superior Courts and extensive knowledge in marriage dissolution and child custody matters, as well as child and spouse support issues, Mr. Young diligently explores all factors that may be involved in such cases.

Please note that all family law matters previously handled out of Southwest Justice center in Murietta and Temecula are now transferred to Hemet Family Law court.

Domestic Violence

In Temecula, and all of California for that matter, Domestic Violence may weigh heavily in a child custody case. Generally, if one parent perpetrated Domestic violence within the previous 5 years, it is often presumed that the offending parent should not be awarded physical nor legal custody. While it may be difficult to convince a judge that this presumption should not apply, legally it may be possible to do so.

In evaluating the effect of Domestic Violence on custody, the court will consider what is in the best interest of the child and will look at whether or not the perpetrator successfully completed a batterer treatment program, an alcohol or drug abuse program, or a parenting class. The court will also inquire about any further incidents of Domestic Violence and if the perpetrator complied with any restraining orders.

Domestic Violence and allegations of it can be a very serious factor in the outcome of a child custody case. Mr. Young will diligently explore all avenues in cases involving Domestic Violence, striving for the best possible outcome for your case.

Spousal Support

In many divorce cases, the court may be asked to determine spouse support. The two most common questions asked during a spousal support case are, "How long," and "How much?"

Any marriage of ten years may be considered as being of "extensive duration." While circumstances vary, courts have recently ruled that spousal support only be provided during a transition period, allowing a spouse to adjust from being married to becoming single. Generally, the courts do not favor "lifetime support", and spouse support usually ends as determined by the court order, when the spouse remarries or dies.

The courts will consider several elements when determining spousal support, such as the length of the marriage, each persons needs, the ability to pay, whether employment interferes with caring for the children, the age and health of both parties, debts and property, whether or not the spouse helped the other obtain an education or training for a career, whether domestic violence was ever involved, and whether there was significant spousal sacrifice, whereby one spouse forfeited a career to take care of the children or home.

***USUALLY SPOUSAL SUPPORT TAX IS DEDUCTABLE***

However, consult your accountant or CPA to determine if this applies to you.

Child Support

A court Judge will calculate the amount of child support to be paid is based upon a statewide formula that includes several considerations. Court-ordered child support usually ends when the child either turns 18 and is not a full-time student, or turns 19, or the child marries, dies, or is out on their own.

Contact the Law Office of Family Law Lawyer Michael R. Young to obtain an initial consultation on your divorce or child custody matter in Temecula. We are available 24 hours a day; 7 days a week, all year long - email us at info@familylawinlandempire.com, or call us anytime day or night, at (909) 748-011

Contact us about your Family Law matter today!