Military Divorce - Moshtael Family Law

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Military Divorce Finding Effective Legal Resolutions for Military Families

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Life

in

the

U.S.

disadvantages.

Armed

Although

Forces military

has

its

perks

and

servicemembers

and

their families often enjoy a decent level of fi nancial security, military duties can be very demanding on family relationships.

Military

families

must

endure

frequent

relocations

as

servicemembers are constantly assigned and re-assigned to various military bases around the world. Furthermore, some

military

families

live

under

the

specter

of

deployment, where the military servicemember is sent to an active combat zone for sometimes months at a time.

Unfortunately, the sacrifi ces that the military demands on families sometimes lead to divorce. However, military duties can be just as disruptive for divorce proceedings.

When it comes to military divorces, you should seek legal representation from an experienced military divorce lawyer in Orange County. At Moshtael Family Law, we dedicate our practice to resolving various family law issues for Orange County residents and their families, including cases of military divorce.

MILITARY DIVORCE

Family Law Issues Affecting Military Servicemembers Divorce proceedings often encompass several family law issues, including the provision of financial support for minor children and former spouses, as well as matters involving child custody and visitation rights.

The dynamic nature of military service can substantially interfere with the progress of a family law case. In recognition of the unique challenges presented by military divorces, federal and state laws have been enacted to clarify the rights and responsibilities of the parties

and

grant

special

legal

protections

for

military

servicemembers.

MILITARY DIVORCE

Military divorces often involve the following issues: Child Custody for Military Families: • When a couple with minor children gets a divorce, one of the most important questions concerns their privileges and duties concerning the care, custody, and control of minor children. However, a parent’s ability to provide their child with adequate care and attention often hinges on the stability of their living situation. We can advise you about the legal ramifications that military life has on child custody arrangements, and coach you on a reasonable legal course of action that promotes your child’s best interests.

MILITARY DIVORCE

Military divorces often involve the following issues: The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act: • One

of

the

federal

laws

concerning

legal

proceedings

involving

military

servicemembers is known as the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA), found under Title 50 of the United States Code. Lawsuits against military servicemembers must comply with the SCRA. Furthermore, the protections of the SCRA can make military divorce cases a lengthy endeavor, depending on the nature of the servicemember’s military duties.

MILITARY DIVORCE

Military divorces often involve the following issues: Military Pensions & Benefits: • In any divorce, one of the most contentious issues involves the division of the couple’s property. Property division matters in divorce cases are usually governed by state laws, but there are federal law considerations in cases of military divorce. We can help military families in California find a just resolution to their property division disputes under the rules of community property.

MILITARY DIVORCE

Contact Moshtael Family Law for Quality Legal Counsel

If you need legal representation regarding a family dispute involving a member of our country’s armed forms, look no further than Moshtael Family Law. Our legal team will work diligently to protect your rights, whether you or your spouse is a member of the U.S. Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, Coast Guard, or National Guard.

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