Temecula Divorce Lawyer

Discovery and Negotiation

Undergoing a divorce, no matter if it is contested or uncontested can bring to light various issues that require swift and effective resolution. At Hanson, Gorian & Bradford, we urge couples to use mediation and collaborative divorce methods to reach agreement on all aspects of their divorce. When this does not occur, the court will decide for you on matters such as child custody and support, visitation, property distribution and spousal support.

In some cases, however, discovery and/or negotiation will be required to reach a settlement or complete a contested divorce in court. This is where having a hard-hitting Temecula divorce attorney at your side can make a large difference in the final outcome of your case. By utilizing negotiation and discovery correctly, our team energetically seeks the settlements which are best for you and your loved ones.

Reaching a Divorce Settlement

When spouses cannot agree upon matters related to their divorce or separation, negotiation can prove to be an invaluable tool. It offers numerous benefits, including helping spouses save money by avoiding court as well as letting the parties control the outcome. Many people prefer this as opposed to having a third party (a judge) rule upon issues that will drastically affect their lives. Our attorneys are proven negotiators in all aspects of divorce and family law.

The "discovery" phase of a divorce involves gathering information about either party in the divorce. This may include disclosures, interrogatories, admissions of fact, requests for production and depositions. Discovery is typically only necessary in acontested divorce or situation where a settlement cannot be reached by both parties. When spouses are going through a separation or divorce, one spouse may try to hide relevant financial information such as excess income, assets or revenue from a family-owned business. Our attorneys work hard to recover hidden funds or assets that should be subject to joint distribution.

We provide personalized service for those who come to us for assistance. We understand you are depending upon our experience and knowledge of the law to help you navigate through a tough time. By using the tools of negotiation and discovery, we strive to reach a successful conclusion in your divorce case.

Contact a Temecula divorce lawyer to learn how the tools of negotiation and/or discovery can be used to conclude your divorce in a favorable manner.