Roxas Law & Conflict Resolution

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A five-star Google review to start the new year! "Caring, smart -they go the extra mile. We were looking for a family lawyer. Sandy Roxas handled us with exceptional kindness and professionalism. She loves her job, she’s fun to work with, and she’s tough enough to make darn sure you and your partner are legally protected. It’s hard for me to imagine being in better hands. Their prices are among the fairest we found (and we looked at a lot of lawyers). I don’t often leave reviews, but if you’re looking for a really fairly priced (amazing value) lawyer who genuinely cares about you, who won’t forget about you, who truly seems to love doing what she does so well- call Sandy." https://local.google.com/place

On January 25, 2021, our Attorneys were at the Long Beach Courthouse to oppose a domestic violence restraining order (DVRO) filed against our client. Our client was in the midst of divorce proceedings when the opposing party filed a restraining order, which alleged years of physical abuse, emotional abuse, and abuse on their child. Since DVROs are typically filed ex parte and are one-sided, our client was not able to respond to the initial application filed by the opposing pa...rty. As a result, the Judge granted a temporary restraining order against our client in November 2020, which prohibited our client from seeing their child. Prior to the January 25, 2021 court hearing, our Attorneys filed a persuasive written response, with exhibits and attachments so that the Judge saw a complete and truthful picture. During the hearing, our Attorneys successfully cross-examined the opposing party to the point where it was clear that the opposing party's credibility was far from reliable. Even before cross-examination was completed, the Judge felt that the opposing party had been dug into a hole that was too deep to be rehabilitated. As such, the Judge denied the restraining order in its entirety. This was particularly important because for several weeks, the restraining order prevented our client from seeing the parties' child. As a result of the Judge ruling in our client's favor, our client was awarded joint legal and joint physical custody of their child! Contact Roxas Law for assistance in any of your Family Law issues: divorce, separation, child custody, child support, spousal support, asset division, asset protection, restraining orders, and modification of court orders. Our Attorneys' trial experience, combined with our litigation experience in all aspects of family law are unmatched. Trust our experience. Trust our integrity. Trust our results.

The Attorneys at Roxas Law have worked hard to earn the respect of our clients, colleagues, and community. We will continue to provide ethical, realistic, and sound advice. We are a family-run firm, and we treat each client as we would our own family. Trust our experience. Trust our integrity. Trust our results.

"We have assets that are held in a corporation. How does this affect our divorce case?" When Parties file for divorce, the courts require each Party to fill out financial disclosure forms so that court is aware of what assets exist between the Parties. As a general rule in California, all property acquired during marriage from "community" funds is considered community property. HOWEVER, many of our clients have assets that would normally be owned by the "community"/couple, bu...t are in fact held or acquired by another entity--a trust, corporation, or a limited liability company. This begs the question: Are the assets in the trust, corporation or limited liability company truly separate property of the business entity, or are those assets part of the community? This analysis is fact-driven. Determining if the assets are truly part of the business entity or the community is usually analyzed through the "Alter-Ego Doctrine." If the "Alter-Ego Doctrine" applies then the court will "pierce the corporate veil" and disregard the separate existence of the entity, with the potential to significantly affect the Party that wrongfully withheld the community property. Our Attorneys have a combined experience of over 35 years in trial and litigation, including divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, division of assets, asset protection, modification of court orders, and restraining orders, as well as estate planning, and criminal justice matters.

In 2020, Roxas Law grew with the addition of Adrian G. Roxas, who joined our firm after 13 years as a Prosecutor. We continued to advocate for our clients and took on several pro Bono cases in an effort to combat hate crimes, racism, and bigotry. We invested in our communities - through scholarships, mentoring high school, college, and law students, and coaching a high school Mock Trial team. We had our challenges this past year, but we are grateful and remain optimistic. Most importantly, we realize that our 2020 could not be possible without our family, friends, clients and colleagues all of whom continue to place their trust in Roxas Law. #Grateful #2021 #RoxasLaw

It’s a NEW YEAR. Only YOU have control of your future. Bring the change you need in your life. A new year means new beginnings and fresh starts. If you can let go of the past, freeing yourself of failures and disappointments, you can embrace a new perspectivea fresh look at the future and all the wonderful possibilities it holds. With the new year comes 365 new and exciting days to mark your destiny. #FreshStart #newbeginnings #Divorce #LifeAfterDivorce

https://local.google.com/place Alcohol abuse and/or the use of controlled substances is a leading factor when a party seeks divorce (dissolution) or legal separation. Unfortunately, this also affects a parental rights as it relates to child custody and child support. In determining child custody, a judge will turn to Family Code section 3011(3)(d): "The habitual or continual illegal use of controlled substances," and "the habitual or continual abuse of alcohol or the habitua...l or continual abuse of prescribed controlled substance by either parent." If the substance is illegal, the court need only consider the "USE." If the substance is legal, the court will look at the "ABUSE." What will the courts consider if one parent alleges use of an illegal substance or the abuse of a legal substance? The court will consider independent corroboration, including but not limited to written reports from law enforcement agencies, courts, probation departments, social welfare agencies, medical facilities, rehabilitation facilities or nonprofit organizations providing drug and alcohol abuse services." If the judge determines that the parent uses or abuses an illegal substance or alcohol, the court may impose certain conditions while that parent is with the child. The judge may also consider testing for drugs or alcohol in determining child custody. Our Attorneys can give you the guidance you need if alcohol or drug use has been a factor in your marriage and in child custody. See more

Merry Christmas from the Roxas Law Family. Wishing you and your family renewed faith, hope, peace, and justice today and in the coming new year.

Founding and Managing Partner, Attorney Sandy K. Roxas has championed all aspects of family law, including divorce/dissolution proceedings, child custody/child support, spousal support, modification of court orders, prenuptial agreements (pre-nups), postnuptial agreements (post-nups), domestic violence restraining orders, and civil harassment restraining orders. Sandy K. Roxas has also advised clients on cross-over issues involving Estate Planning, Living Wills, Trusts, Powe...rs of Attorney, Health Care Directives, and Property Transfers. Her broad network of colleagues and resources also proves to be helpful in these areas of law. Roxas Law also provides Conflict Resolution & Mediation services as an alternative to costly litigation. Our neutral Attorney-Mediator can provide a low-cost, low-stress approach to divorce. We also act as consulting Attorneys in the following areas: Advising on court procedures; Strategy; Legal research; Document review and preparation; Drafting agreements, pleadings and declarations; Making limited appearances; Negotiating; Organizing discovery materials; Preparing exhibits; Providing legal guidance or opinions.

Grateful for acknowledgements such as this. It serves as a reminder of why we work as hard as we do. As a small boutique firm, our Attorneys provide personal service on each case. We have earned the respect of clients, colleagues, opposing counsel, and bench officers because of our work product and advocacy skills. Founding/Managing Partner Sandy K. Roxas has over 15 years of experience in all aspects of Family Law, such as divorce, child custody, child support, spousal supp...ort, modification of court orders, request for order. Sandy is considered by peers, opposing counsel, and former clients as an experienced and zealous advocate for her clients. She is frequently featured in the news for her cases. Managing Partner Adrian G. Roxas brings over 15 years of experience in Criminal Law to the firm. He was a Prosecutor/Deputy District Attorney for over 13 years with the LA County District Attorney's Office where he brought justice to victims of child abuse, child molestation, domestic violence, elder abuse, rape, and murder. His trials and cases have been widely covered by media--both local and international. His advocacy skills and trial skills are an asset to the cases at Roxas Law. Associate Attorney Troy L. Fredericksen joined Roxas Law in 2012 as a law clerk, and since becoming an Attorney, he has also earned the trust of our clients and colleagues. Contact Roxas Law, APC to find out why we set the standard for excellent, personal service.

In child custody cases, it’s important to know the differences between LEGAL and PHYSICAL custody. If you’re thinking about divorce or legal separation, or if you want to know what your rights are if one parent is withholding custody or visitation from the other, contact Roxas Law . https://posts.gle/mbVU6

Child custody is one of the primary concerns a parent faces in divorce proceedings. Terms such as Joint Legal Custody, Sole Legal Custody, Joint Physical Custody, and Sole Physical Custody have different meanings and can affect a parent’s rights. Click on our link in bio to learn more. #divorce #torrance #custody #childsupport #childcustody #lawyer #losangeles https://g.page/RoxasLaw?iv

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Lena Hernandez entered into a plea deal and was sentenced to only 45 days of county jail for her battery conviction. Notwithstanding this disappointing sentence, Roxas Law was proud to be the Pro-Bono Attorneys for the victims in this case. #nojustice #lenahernandez #torrance #roxaslaw @torranceforjustice @kayceelynsalminao @sweatwithsherryberry

Join the victims of Lena Hernandez and @torranceforjustice for a peaceful protest against racism tomorrow at 8am #roxaslaw #victimsattorney #sentencing #lenahernandez #torranceforjustice #stopracism #stophate @kayceelynsalminao @starring_sherryann @stevieangeles @mayleeshow @cbsnews @knx1070 @rafushimpo @asianjournal @balitangamerica @dailybreezenews

Lena Hernandez failed to appear at her Arraignment today. The community and the victim were looking forward to having Hernandez finally answer to her charge of battery. Hernandez’s failure to appear for today’s court date is yet another display of her blatant disregard for the law. As a result of her failure to appear, the judge issued a bench warrant for her arrest and set bail at $20,000. The community and victim demand that law enforcement agencies and the Torrance ...Police Department make every effort to act on the bench warrant, arrest Hernandez, and ensure that the defendant is brought to court to face her allegations. Thank you our community partners Torrance for Justice, CBS, Rafu Shimpo, and KNX 1070 News Radio for your support. Community Partners play an essential role in advocating on behalf of all Filipinx, Asian-Americans, Multi-racial Americans, and People of Color thank you for doing your part @kayceelynsalminao @starring_sherryann @torranceforjustice @cbsnews @rafushimpo @knx1070 @torrancepolice #roxaslaw #torranceforjustice #lenahernandez #torrancesuperiorcourt #cbs #rafushimpo #knxnewsradio #justicedelayedisjusticedenied #fightracism

If you’re thinking about #divorce, you’re probably also thinking about spousal support. This is a very difficult issue, but the Attorneys at Roxas Law can guide you through this. Generally, when a couple legally separates or divorces, the court may order one spouse to pay the other a certain amount of support money each month. This is called spousal support and is also known as alimony. A divorce or legal separation must be filed before spousal support can be legally e...stablished. A spouse can ask the judge to make a spousal support order as part of a divorce, legal separation, or annulment; or a domestic violence restraining order. You can ask for spousal support to be paid while your case is pending and prior to the court's final judgement. This is called a temporary spousal support order. Support can also be ordered once the divorce or legal separation becomes final, as part of the final divorce or separation judgment. When it is ordered once the case becomes final, it is called permanent (or long-term) spousal or partner support. (source: courts.ca.gov) Contact the Attorneys at Roxas Law to determine how much you would be entitled to receive, or how much you would be required to pay. #spousalSupport #RoxasLaw

"Am I entitled to alimony / spousal support during the pendency of a divorce proceeding?" Alternatively, "Will I have to pay alimony / spousal support if I file for divorce?" Anyone who is considering divorce or legal separation must also consider the issue of spousal support. Contact Roxas Law for further guidance on this issue. https://local.google.com/place

I HAVE AN EXISTING COURT ORDER FOR CHILD SUPPORT, BUT I NEED THAT ORDER CHANGED. You have to show that there has been a change in circumstances since the last child support order was made. There are many good reasons why a child support order might need to be changed. Some of these reasons are: The income of 1 or both parents has changed;... One parent has lost his or her job; One parent has been incarcerated; One parent had another child from another relationship; There have been significant changes in how much time the child in the case spends with each parent; The child's needs may have changed and there may be more (or less) costs for child care, health care, or education; and there have been changes in any of the factors that are used to calculate child support. If the parents can reach an agreement on a new amount of child support, they can enter into a stipulation and give it to the judge for signature and to have it become a new order. But if the parents cannot agree on the change, 1 of the parents must file a motion with the court asking for a change (called a "modification"). Unless the judge signs a new court order, the existing child support amount and order will not be changed. So, to protect yourself, even if you have a verbal agreement with the other parent to change the child support amount, put it in writing and have a judge sign it. That way you have a current child support order that reflects the current amount. (Source: courts.ca.gov)