Divorce Lawyers Serving the Bay Area

Clear Legal Guidance During a Difficult Transition

Divorce is one of the most stressful experiences a person can face — legally, financially, and emotionally. Whether you are considering filing or have already been served with divorce papers, it is normal to feel uncertain about what comes next.

At Castro Law Offices, we represent individuals throughout the Bay Area in both contested and uncontested divorce cases, providing steady guidance and clear communication every step of the way. We serve clients in English and Spanish.

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Spanish Speaking

Serving the Bay Area

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What Does a Divorce Lawyer Do?

A divorce attorney helps you navigate the legal and financial issues that must be resolved before a marriage can be dissolved. Whether your case resolves by agreement or requires litigation, having experienced counsel ensures your rights are protected at every stage.

Negotiating property division

Filing or responding to a divorce

Ensuring proper service of documents

Managing financial disclosures

Addressing child custody and parenting plans

Determining spousal support

Calculating child support

Representing you in mediation or court

Understanding Divorce in California

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California is a no-fault divorce state. This means neither spouse must prove wrongdoing. The most common ground cited is irreconcilable differences.

Most divorce cases follow these stages:

File a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage

Serve the other spouse

Exchange mandatory financial disclosures

Negotiate terms or attending mediation

Attend court hearings if disputes remain

Receive the final Judgment of Dissolution

Note: California requires a mandatory six-month waiting period before a divorce can be finalized.

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Contested vs. Uncontested Divorce in Marin County

Uncontested Divorce

Both spouses agree on property, custody, and support. The process is generally faster and less costly.

Contested Divorce

Disagreements over parenting time, finances, or assets may require court hearings and judicial decisions. Jeremy Castro has experience handling both straightforward and complex divorce proceedings throughout the Bay Area.

When Should You Speak With a Divorce Attorney?

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You should consider contacting a divorce lawyer in Marin County if:

You have been served divorce papers
You are considering filing
You believe your spouse may be hiding assets
You are concerned about custody or visitation
Your spouse has retained an attorney
You need temporary support orders

Early legal guidance can help prevent costly mistakes.

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Practice Areas

Divorce

Parentage refers to who the court will recognize and impose parental obligations on as the child’s legal parent. In some cases, the law presumes that certain individuals are a child’s parents. In other cases, the parent (and in some cases, the child) must seek an order from the court that identifies the child’s legal parents.

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Child Custody & Visitation

A child custody order allows you to make important educational and medical decisions regarding your child as well as determines whether you will share in joint physical custody with your child’s other parent or if one parent will have sole physical custody of the child.

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Domestic Violence

An individual can seek a domestic violence restraining order against his or her (1) spouse or former spouse, (2) cohabitant or former cohabitant, (3) a person with whom he or she is having, or has had, a dating or engagement relationship, (4) a person with whom he or she has had a child, or (5) close relative such as a child, sibling, parent, in-law or grandparent.

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Property Division

When a marriage or domestic partnership ends, the court may award spousal or domestic support long enough or until the supported party becomes self-supporting.

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Key Issues We Handle During Divorce

Divorce affects multiple areas of your life. Understanding these early can help you plan strategically.

Property Division

California is a community property state. Assets and debts acquired during the marriage are generally divided equally unless otherwise agreed.

Child Custody & Parenting Plans

Custody decisions are based on the best interests of the child — weighing stability, safety, and each parent’s involvement.

Child Support

Calculated using a state formula that accounts for income, time-sharing, and other financial factors. We make sure the numbers are accurate and fair.

Spousal Support

May be awarded temporarily or long-term depending on the length of the marriage and each spouse’s financial situation.

Frequently Asked Questions For

Divorce

How long does divorce take in California?
At minimum, six months. Contested cases may take longer depending on complexity and cooperation between parties.
Do I have to go to court?
Not necessarily. Many cases resolve through negotiation or mediation. Court is required only when disputes cannot be settled.
What happens to our home?
If purchased during the marriage, it’s typically community property and subject to equal division unless otherwise agreed.
How is child custody determined?
Custody is determined based on the best interests of the child, focusing on safety, stability, and parental involvement.
Can I modify custody or support later?
Yes. If your circumstances change, you may petition the court to modify existing orders.

Real Families, Real Results

Top Rated Family Law Attorneys

Jeremy Castro helped me with an adoption after my daughter’s dad passed away. My husband has been a step dad to her for 8 years and wanted to adopt her. Even though there is no way he can completely fill the role of her deceased father, he wanted to fully be there for her and offer comfort and emotional support for her. Jeremy and his wife Danielle were there every step of the way for us! I’m so grateful they were there to help with all of our questions and guide us though this process. Jermey’s passion for helping bring families together was so delightful.

Erin C

This review is about my experience with Jeremy and team at Castro Law. After calling around numerous times to different firms, going to the law library, and reaching out to dads rights advocates. I still didn’t get much help. I made the best choice of my life by calling Castro Law. If you’re reading this I recommend at least giving them a call because they mean business. I finally feel at peace , they went above and beyond for me. The team is great at communicating, very knowledgeable, helpful, and are professional. In my experience mothers are the one favored in the courts, and get the better outcome. Jeremy and team were in my corner the whole time and proved that dads have rights too! Im with this team until my kids are 18 , thanks again Castro Law

Jessica G

I highly recommend Jeremy Castro and his associates to any future clients. They are legal professionals who: 1. Know and apply the law to your individual case to achieve the best possible outcome 2. Communicate in a fair and straightforward manner to all parties 3. Reduce the tension in an otherwise emotional setting and assist making objective decisions. They personally saw my case through to an amicable conclusion and their billing hours were appropriate. First class performance!

John C

I wanted to take this time to write a review about my experience with Castro Law Offices. First off, they were not only FAST to my reply, but also very kind to my emotional situation. I was even handed some tissues for when I was crying. I was treated with the upmost respect (even though I'm sure I looked a little manic while in there explaining my case.) and kindness. They got my case close within a week, and also got me EVERYTHING I was asked for. I recommend Castro Law for ANYONE in need of lawyer assistance. Jeremy and his team work hard, day and night to make sure they meet all of their client's needs. If you're looking for immediate help and guidance with ANY attorney, Castro Law.

Lacey M

When things came to a point of contention with my children's father I knew I needed the help of an attorney. After weeks long search and hundreds of dollars in consultation fees with numerous other attorneys I finally found Jeremy! He is very knowledgeable regarding family law issues, authentic in his character and legal advice, as well as very reliable. As anyone in our shoes has been knows, the unknown can be very stressful. Jeremy made it a point to get back to me promptly when I contacted him...sometimes late into the night. He also was very transparent regarding communication with the other party. Would absolutely recommend Jeremy to anyone with with family law needs!

Krystal W

I was so happy I had decided to hire the Castro Law Office for my child custody and visitation case in Napa County. As a single father of three boys in the state of California, I felt as if I was already doomed thinking that the state would favor the mother regardless of my capability to care for our children. Jeremy was very empathetic and worked diligently to get myself in a good position for the hearing, as I hired him approximately a month prior to the court date. During the hearing, he was very stern and aggressive at the right moments. The situation I was in was extremely stressful and hiring the Castro Law Office helped put my mind at ease. He was very upfront and honest with me from the beginning and which is a trait I greatly appreciated. In the end, we were able to obtain an agreement that is best suited for the children and ourselves. I would hire them again for any other issues I might have in the future.

Abraham B