A Collaborative Journey
Navigating Divorce
When everything feels uncertain, you deserve guidance that brings calm, clarity, and steady emotional support.
Ending a marriage brings understandable worry about your family, your future, and the decisions ahead. Having a divorce lawyer who listens with care and responds with compassion can make this transition feel more manageable. At Olsen Family Law, we walk beside you through each step so you never feel lost or alone.
We support clients throughout Santa Clara and the surrounding areas in Santa Clara County, offering an approach rooted in calm communication and practical problem solving. Whenever possible, we incorporate a collaborative divorce process that reduces conflict, protects your wellbeing, and helps both spouses move forward with dignity. Your Santa Clara divorce lawyer will help you protect what matters and take clear, confident steps toward your next chapter.
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Santa Clara Divorce Lawyer For Life’s Hardest Transitions
A Santa Clara County divorce lawyer explains disclosures, filing stages, and required steps so you remain confident, prepared, and steady throughout the entire process.
Clear Direction Under California Law
A Santa Clara divorce attorney manages documents, communication, and timelines, giving you space to focus on healing and make calm choices during challenging moments.
Lower Stress During the Process
A divorce lawyer helps organize finances, property, and future plans with steady support so you can move forward feeling stable and informed.
Protect What Matters Most
Why Work With a Santa Clara Divorce Lawyer?
We guide productive conversations that help both spouses reach private agreements, reducing tension and keeping control in your hands rather than the courtroom.
Mediation
We organize financial documents, investments, and shared assets to create balanced solutions that support your future stability and protect what you have built.
Property and Asset Division
We review incomes, lifestyle, and future needs to develop fair support arrangements that reflect your family’s reality and long-term financial wellbeing in Santa Clara County.
Spousal Support
We help create parenting plans and financial arrangements that protect your child’s stability while supporting both households during and after the divorce.
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Child Custody AND SUPPORT
Post-Divorce Updates
We assist with revising custody schedules, support terms, or other agreements whenever meaningful life changes occur and adjustments become necessary for your family.
Step 1: Consultation
We begin with a warm, supportive conversation where you can share your story at your own pace. This meeting helps us understand what matters most to you so we can start building a grounded plan that reflects your goals, including whether a Collaborative Divorce approach may be a good fit for your situation.
How We Approach Your Divorce Case
Step 2: Gathering Information
Together, we collect the financial documents, records, and important details that give us a clear picture of your circumstances. This shared understanding becomes the foundation for cooperative decision making in both traditional and collaborative divorce processes, allowing us to guide your next steps with care and clarity.
Step 3: Negotiation or Mediation
Step 4: Court Support if Required
We encourage calm, respectful discussions designed to minimize conflict. Whether through negotiation, mediation, or a Collaborative Divorce process, our goal is to support healthy communication, help both sides feel heard, and work toward solutions that protect your wellbeing and your family’s stability.
If collaboration cannot resolve certain issues, your Santa Clara county divorce lawyer guides you through the court process with steady, compassionate support. We help you understand each stage, present your needs clearly, and ensure you feel grounded and prepared throughout.
Step 5: Final Resolution and Continued Support
After your divorce is finalized, we continue offering support as you adjust to new routines and responsibilities. We help with any remaining documents, clarify next steps, and provide guidance for future updates or modifications so you feel supported long after the case is complete.
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The length of the divorce process varies depending on the complexity of the case and the level of cooperation between the spouses. There is a mandatory waiting period of six months from the date the respondent is served with divorce papers before a divorce can be finalized in California. However, parties can resolve the entirety of their case before the six-month time period, but you will not be returned to the status of single before then.
How long does it take to get a divorce in California?
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California is a community property state, meaning that all assets and debts acquired during the marriage are generally divided equally between the spouses. Separate property, which includes assets and debts acquired before the marriage, inheritances, and gifts, remains the separate property of the spouse who acquired it.
How is property divided in a California divorce?
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In California, child custody decisions are based on the best interests of the child. Factors considered include the child’s age, health, emotional ties to both parents, the ability of each parent to care for the child, and the child’s wishes if they are of a sufficient age and maturity.
How is child custody determined in California?
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Spousal support, or alimony, is determined on a case-by-case basis, considering various factors such as the length of the marriage, the earning capacity of each spouse, the standard of living during the marriage, and the needs of each spouse. The goal of spousal support is to ensure that both parties can maintain a similar standard of living to what they experienced during the marriage.
How is spousal support determined in California?
Clear Pricing
We communicate fees honestly and explain expected costs so you always feel informed and supported throughout each stage of your divorce experience.
What You Can Expect From Olsen Family Law
Compassionate Support
We show up with patience and care, creating a safe environment that helps you feel grounded and capable during every part of the process.
California-Focused Experience
Reliable Communication
We assist families across Santa Clara County, CA, using our knowledge of local courts and procedures to guide your case with steady, dependable direction.
We respond promptly and with clarity so you always understand the status of your case and the next steps in your journey.
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The length of the divorce process varies depending on the complexity of the case and the level of cooperation between the spouses. There is a mandatory waiting period of six months from the date the respondent is served with divorce papers before a divorce can be finalized in California. However, parties can resolve the entirety of their case before the six-month time period, but you will not be returned to the status of single before then.
How long does it take to get a divorce in California?
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California is a community property state, meaning that all assets and debts acquired during the marriage are generally divided equally between the spouses. Separate property, which includes assets and debts acquired before the marriage, inheritances, and gifts, remains the separate property of the spouse who acquired it.
How is property divided in a California divorce?
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In California, child custody decisions are based on the best interests of the child. Factors considered include the child’s age, health, emotional ties to both parents, the ability of each parent to care for the child, and the child’s wishes if they are of a sufficient age and maturity.
How is child custody determined in California?
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Spousal support, or alimony, is determined on a case-by-case basis, considering various factors such as the length of the marriage, the earning capacity of each spouse, the standard of living during the marriage, and the needs of each spouse. The goal of spousal support is to ensure that both parties can maintain a similar standard of living to what they experienced during the marriage.
How is spousal support determined in California?
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A California divorce has a mandatory six-month waiting period after the petition is served. Some cases finish shortly after that period, while others take more time if spouses disagree about custody, property, or support. The timeline depends on how quickly forms are completed and how many issues need resolution. A divorce lawyer in Santa Clara County helps you stay organized, avoid delays, and move through each stage with clarity and confidence.
How long does a divorce take in California?
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You are allowed to represent yourself, but many people choose to work with a divorce attorney because the filings, disclosures, and parenting agreements can be confusing. A lawyer helps prevent mistakes that affect long-term outcomes, especially with finances and custody. At Olsen Family Law, our divorce attorney explains each step so you’re not overwhelmed and you feel supported during important decisions.
Do I need a divorce attorney for my case?
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Yes. California treats most assets and debts gained during the marriage as jointly owned. This includes income, savings, homes, retirement funds, and many investments. Some property may still be considered separate, depending on how and when it was acquired. A Santa Clara County divorce attorney reviews your financial picture and explains how each item is classified so you can make informed choices during settlement discussions.
Is California a community property state?
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Yes. Many divorces are completed without a court hearing when spouses can agree on major issues such as custody, support, and division of property. When agreements are reached outside of court, the process tends to move faster and with less stress. A divorce lawyer at Olsen Family Law guides these discussions and helps both sides work toward fair terms. This keeps decision-making in your hands instead of leaving it to a judge.
Can I avoid going to court for my divorce?
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The cost depends on how many issues are agreed upon and how much time is needed to work through disagreements. Cases with fewer disputes tend to be more affordable, while contested matters require more work and higher fees.Your Santa Clara divorce lawyer will explain the likely costs based on your situation and help you plan a strategy that fits your budget. Transparency is a priority so there are no surprises along the way.
How much does a divorce cost in Santa Clara County?
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