BJ Fadem & Associates, APC is a Certified Family Law Specialist

Our Law Firm Is Dedicated To Defending Your Rights

You may be considering a Legal Separation. Legal Separation, Divorce and Palimony all have their own requirements, procedures, factors and processes within Family Law. Your decision to end your marriage may be a very difficult one emotionally and financially.

You may or may not have to relocate your residence; if there are minor child[ren] involved, you’ll have to consider issues regarding Custody & Visitation and Child Support, Domestic Violence, Paternity; the misfortunate legal issue of Child Abduction or Removal of Child, or it may be a very simple uncomplicated issue that can be resolved during Mediation. Our Attorneys and Staff are your advocates for your legal rights. Whether it is from the beginning of your case to the end, or we step into your case, we will handle all your Family Law legal rights to completion.

Legal Separation doesn’t require residency [i.e. 6 months in California and 3 months in a County] and it can be converted to a Dissolution once residency is established. You also do not have to wait 6 months to file within the statutorily period from the time the other party is served/files a Response before Judgment of Legal Separation being entered. It also does not terminate your Marital Status, Social Security or possibly Health Insurance. Legal Separation can be a simple process or a complicated one depending on many factors. It may be preferred for a myriad of reasons. Find out if it is preferable in your case.

A Legal Separation is similar, to going through Divorce proceedings. You do file the same Petition as for Dissolution in Family Court. Only you check the box for ‘Legal Separation’ instead of ‘Dissolution’.

Your issue may be time sensitive, please contact our Law Firm to set-up your Initial Consultation.

Please read the FAQs’ prior to your Initial Consultation.

We file in all California Counties and Cities. In addition, BJ Fadem represents Clients throughout California, the United States and foreign countries with regard to Hague Matters.

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I have worked with Mr. Fadem on many occasions and he is as intelligent, professional, and dedicated as they come. His knowledge of family law is outstanding and I refer him to anyone who needs a specialized and highly skilled family law attorney.

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The reason I return time and time again is knowledgeable employees and the respect I am treated with. I also think that the noncondensending matter in which I was treated was a prime factor.

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Feeling pressure doesn’t automatically mean mediation was wrong for your case.It usually means you needed more structure, clarity, or legal support during the process.Good mediation isn’t about agreeing quickly.It’s about understanding the long-term impact of what you’re agreeing to — especially when children, finances, or future modifications are involved.If you’re considering mediation, it’s okay to ask:- Do I fully understand these terms?- Am I agreeing out of clarity or out of exhaustion?- Do I feel heard and protected in this process?Those questions matter.⚖️ Follow us for thoughtful guidance on mediation and family law in California.📌 Save this if you’re weighing your options.
From mediation to more complex family law matters, we help clients move forward with clarity and care.No pressure. No judgment.Just a conversation to understand your options.📞 All it takes is a call.⚖️ Fadem Law — California Family Law.
As the year closes, one thing is clear: family law is about people, not paperwork.This year, we stood beside parents protecting their time with their children, partners navigating major life changes, and families choosing clarity over conflict. That work matters—and we don’t take it lightly.In the new year, our focus stays the same:✔ Clear guidance✔ Compassionate advocacy✔ Real solutions for real familiesIf 2026 brings questions, transitions, or tough decisions, you don’t have to face them alone.Here’s to a new year grounded in stability, dignity, and informed choices.
Legal separation can raise insurance and residency issues.In this part, we cover how health benefits may be affected, when legal separation can be used before meeting residency requirements, and how a case can later convert to divorce.If you’re weighing your options, we can help you understand which path fits your situation.It Just Takes a Callfademlaw.com
Feeling pressure doesn’t automatically mean mediation was wrong for your case.It usually means you needed more structure, clarity, or legal support during the process.Good mediation isn’t about agreeing quickly.It’s about understanding the long-term impact of what you’re agreeing to — especially when children, finances, or future modifications are involved.If you’re considering mediation, it’s okay to ask:- Do I fully understand these terms?- Am I agreeing out of clarity or out of exhaustion?- Do I feel heard and protected in this process?Those questions matter.⚖️ Follow us for thoughtful guidance on mediation and family law in California.📌 Save this if you’re weighing your options.
From mediation to more complex family law matters, we help clients move forward with clarity and care.No pressure. No judgment.Just a conversation to understand your options.📞 All it takes is a call.⚖️ Fadem Law — California Family Law.
As the year closes, one thing is clear: family law is about people, not paperwork.This year, we stood beside parents protecting their time with their children, partners navigating major life changes, and families choosing clarity over conflict. That work matters—and we don’t take it lightly.In the new year, our focus stays the same:✔ Clear guidance✔ Compassionate advocacy✔ Real solutions for real familiesIf 2026 brings questions, transitions, or tough decisions, you don’t have to face them alone.Here’s to a new year grounded in stability, dignity, and informed choices.
Legal separation can raise insurance and residency issues.In this part, we cover how health benefits may be affected, when legal separation can be used before meeting residency requirements, and how a case can later convert to divorce.If you’re weighing your options, we can help you understand which path fits your situation.It Just Takes a Callfademlaw.com
So why do some people choose legal separation instead of divorce?In this second part, we break down the real-life reasons behind that choice — from religious beliefs to maintaining health insurance or Social Security benefits.Most people are surprised by how rarely full legal separations are completed, and how often the process is misunderstood.If you’re weighing your options, we can help you understand which path fits your situation.It Just Takes a Callfademlaw.com
Happy Thanksgiving from FADEM Law.We’re grateful for our clients, our community, and every family who trusts us during life’s hardest transitions.
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