Buena Park Family Law Attorney

Choosing the right Buena Park family lawyer can make a big difference in the outcome of your case. Dorie A. Rogers, APC, offers firm courtroom representation, kind counsel, and a focus on protecting your priorities and rights. 

With over 30 years of experience, our team knows the ins and outs of divorce, custody, and financial disputes. We take a personalized approach to every case, and we tailor case strategies to meet your specific needs. 

Guided by empathy and a strong knowledge of California family law, we can help you make thoughtful choices under pressure. Our deep insight into the Orange County family court system gives you a strategic advantage when navigating family law as it applies to your circumstances.

Family law governs family relationships and domestic issues on a wide scale. Our Buena Park family lawyers advocate for clients through cases of divorce, custody, paternity, and post-judgment modification, and we regularly represent cases that have gone to litigation at the Lamoreaux Justice Center in Orange. 

Some of the family law matters we handle include: 

• Marital agreements. According to a recent poll, 50% of U.S. adults are open to prenuptial agreements. Marital agreements can clarify financial expectations and protect your assets before or during a marriage. Our firm can help you create prenuptial and postnuptial agreements that are fair, thorough, and legally sound.
• Cohabitation agreements. Unmarried couples share homes, property, and finances. Without a formal agreement, disputes can become especially complicated when a relationship ends. We draft cohabitation agreements that outline property rights, financial responsibilities, and dispute resolution procedures.
• Divorce. Dissolution of marriage can be one of life’s most difficult transitions. While divorce rates are down overall in the U.S., California still has a divorce rate of 5.88 per 1,000 women. We address all components of the divorce, such as spousal support, property division, and child support. Your legal and emotional well-being remains our priority.
• Paternity actions. Establishing legal paternity ensures that both parents and children receive the rights and protections they deserve. We represent mothers and fathers alike and help to create a stable foundation for your child’s future. 
• Property division. Under California law, marital assets and debts are divided equally during a divorce. This can get complicated and stressful, especially when businesses, real estate, or retirement accounts are involved. We work to assess your assets and make sure the division remains fair and accurate. 
• Property tracing. We work with financial experts to trace property origins and preserve separate assets, especially as it pertains to high-value divorces. This is vital to determining rightful ownership in a divorce. 
• Child custody. Legal matters involving your children can be contentious. Our Buena Park family lawyers prioritize the child’s best interests. We also ensure your rights are upheld when creating parenting plans. Our goal is to create a plan that prompts cooperation and positive parent-child relationships. 
• Child support. Both parents share the financial responsibility of raising their children. We can help clients establish, modify, and enforce child support orders based on California’s legal guidelines. In 2022, there were over 22 million children with one parent living outside of the home, making them eligible for child support. 
• Spousal support. This may be awarded to help one spouse maintain financial stability after a divorce. It should reflect each party’s earning capacity, lifestyle, and contributions to the marriage. We can be an essential advocate for you during this process. 
• Modification orders. If there are changes to your income, living situation, or family dynamics, we can help you request or oppose modifications to custody, visitation, and other support orders. 
• Enforcement orders. When one party fails to follow court orders, enforcement may be necessary. Our team works with you to take legal action for compliance with existing orders. We also ensure accountability and fairness during the process.