Military Divorce Lawyer in Rancho Cordova, CA

Military Divorce Overview

Military Divorce

Navigating the Challenges of Military Divorce in California

Divorce between two civilians can be complicated, but it does not involve many of the additional difficulties associated with military divorce. If you or your spouse is a member of the U.S. military, do not make the mistake of assuming that every divorce attorney will be able to address the unique issues involved in military divorce.

At the law office of Hugh O. Allen, we have an attorney with more than 30 years of family law experience. He is a military officer retired from the navy. We understand the issues you are facing, and we can guide you through the process to protect your interests in a military divorce.

Representing Military Members and Their Spouses in Divorce

We understand the local, state, national and foreign effects on military family law issues. Everything from division of property, child custody and spousal support is different in military divorce. We will help you with every aspect of your divorce, this may include:

Choosing a venue

• Locating service members stationed within or outside of California or outside of the U.S.A.
• Determining where to file for divorce if you are living away from your home of record
• Serving divorce papers on a party in another state or country.
• Division of property, including all military benefits and pensions
• Child custody and visitation, especially for military members stationed away from the other parent

There are many laws that apply specifically to military divorce. We understand these laws as well as California's family laws and their application under the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction Enforcement Act (UCCJEA). Call 916-436-1517 to schedule an appointment with an experienced certified family law specialist who has been a specialist since 1980.He is retired Navy.

Other Frequent Case Types

• Family Law & Divorce in Rancho Cordova, CA

Areas of Practice

• Divorce
• Military Law
• Family Law