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Do You Need a Westlake Village Family Law Lawyer?

Family Law and Divorce Services in Westlake Village, California

The Law Offices of Seth C. Bowen provides comprehensive family law services for residents of Westlake Village, California. Spanning Los Angeles and Ventura Counties, Westlake Village is known for excellent schools, planned community design, and a high quality of life. The firm is dedicated to protecting your rights during family law matters.

Westlake Village offers upscale living with access to top employers and strong family values. The firm understands the community’s priorities and provides thoughtful representation.

Businesses and Employers in Westlake Village, California

Westlake Village’s economy includes biotechnology, healthcare, finance, professional services, and corporate headquarters. The community attracts major employers and executives.

Major employers in Westlake Village:

  • Dole Food Company headquarters
  • Guitar Center headquarters
  • K-Swiss headquarters
  • J.D. Power headquarters
  • PLM Equipment
  • Los Robles Hospital & Medical Center (nearby Thousand Oaks)
  • Conejo Valley Unified School District
  • Professional services and corporate offices
  • Healthcare providers
  • Financial services
  • Retail at The Promenade at Westlake
  • Real estate and property management

Law Offices of Seth C. Bowen, Westlake Village Family Law Services

The practice includes:

  • Divorce and Family Separation – High-asset divorce expertise
  • Property Division – Complex assets and executive compensation
  • Child Support – Calculations considering significant income
  • Spousal Support – Appropriate alimony determinations
  • Custody Arrangements – Protecting children’s interests
  • Prenup and Postnuptial Agreements – Asset protection planning
  • Domestic Violence – Protection with discretion
  • Paternity – Establishing parental rights
  • Modifications – Changes based on circumstances

Representation for Westlake Village Families

If you need help in Westlake Village, California, the Law Offices of Seth C. Bowen brings experience with high-earning professionals and complex compensation structures. The firm understands stock options, executive benefits, and business interests common in Westlake Village.

The office has handled cases involving:

  • Westlake Village real estate and property
  • Executive compensation and bonuses
  • Stock options and equity compensation
  • Business ownership interests
  • Retirement and pension division
  • Custody with excellent schools
  • Spousal support for high-income professionals
  • Complex financial disclosure

 

The firm provides personalized representation with attention to detail.

What Do I Need to Go to Court for Divorce in Westlake Village, California?

Westlake Village spans two counties. If you live in the Ventura County portion, file in Ventura County Superior Court after six months in California and three months in Ventura County. If in the Los Angeles County portion, file in the Los Angeles County Superior Court after six months in California and three months in Los Angeles County.

California is no-fault. Grounds:

  • Irreconcilable differences are causing an irretrievable breakdown
  • Permanent legal incapacity to make decisions (rarely used)

 

Required documents:

  • Petition for Dissolution (Form FL-100)
  • Summons (Form FL-110)
  • Declaration Under Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (Form FL-105) if children
  • Property Declaration (Form FL-160) when applicable

 

Mandatory six-month waiting period from service.

Both parties complete mandatory disclosure.

Contact the Office for a Free Consultation

If you’re facing family law matters in Westlake Village, call the Law Offices of Seth C. Bowen for a free consultation.

Call (805) 222-6766 or visit https://sethbowenlaw.com/

Office: 19318 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 102, Tarzana, CA 91356

Directions to the Tarzana Office from Westlake Village, CA

The Tarzana office is accessible from Westlake Village:

  • Take the 101 Freeway east toward the San Fernando Valley
  • Exit Ventura Boulevard
  • Estimated travel time: 15-25 minutes, depending on traffic
  • Parking is available near the office

 

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The Law Offices of Seth C. Bowen is dedicated to providing high-quality family law services throughout Los Angeles and Ventura Counties, including Tarzana, Woodland Hills, Calabasas, Agoura Hills, Simi Valley, Moorpark, North Hollywood, Studio City, Valley Village, Toluca Lake, and all surrounding communities. With a deep understanding of the unique needs and challenges facing families throughout Southern California, the firm is committed to providing compassionate and effective legal representation to clients.

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