Divorce Lawyer for Temporary Orders

Serving Long Beach, Norwalk, Bellflower, San Pedro, Torrance, and North Orange County

In a divorce case, the parties involved may make immediate requests from the court for “temporary orders.” Such requests are made by filing for a hearing called an “order to show cause (OSC).” An OSC is an appointment to see the judge so that the parties involved may ask him to make certain orders. Before the OSC, each party files paperwork with the court communicating his or her needs in regards to the case and what orders he or she thinks need to be put in place.

If you are going through a divorce or thinking about one, it’s advisable to consult with a divorce attorney who is well-versed in California divorce law. Long Beach divorce lawyer Angela Novas McGill has been practicing family law since 1997 and can provide responsive and effective legal assistance in all divorce matters, including temporary orders. Ms. McGill is a solo practitioner who personally oversees all cases, big and small, simple and complex. Both she and her staff are bilingual, speaking fluent Spanish and English.

Temporary Orders in California Divorce Cases

The court can issue temporary orders which are specific actions which must be put into effect immediately and last until the final divorce hearing. Temporary orders can cover such issues as child custody and support and spousal support. These are generally issues that are too important to wait until the final divorce judgment. Once these orders have been issued by the judge, they are legally binding and not following them can put an individual in contempt of court. If the individual is found in contempt of court, he or she can be jailed or fined based on the discretion of the judge. These temporary orders are dissolved on the date of the final divorce hearing when the divorce judgment is made.

At the OSC hearing, each party in the divorce case has the opportunity to present new information, give testimony, answer any questions from the judge, and communicates beliefs about which laws apply to the case.

If you need legal assistance in obtaining temporary orders during your divorce, contact Long Beach divorce attorney Angela Novas McGill to discuss your case today!