Business Details
24 Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Family Law Representation in Upland
Madden & Associates is a Upland-based family law practice with over two decades of experience in navigating complex legal matters. Our firm specializes in divorce proceedings, child custody disputes, spousal and child support determinations, and division of assets and debts. We employ forensic accountants to ensure accurate financial evaluations and address intertwined criminal aspects in family law cases.Our team prioritizes proactive legal strategies while maintaining courtroom readiness for litigation when necessary. With a focus on California's unique family law landscape, we guide clients through emotionally challenging situations while protecting their rights and advocating for favorable outcomes.
Services
Divorce Representation
Child Custody
Spousal Support
Asset Division
Domestic Violence Cases
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of focused family law experience since 2002
- Board-certified family law specialist by California standards
- Integrated approach to financial and criminal aspects in divorce cases
- Proven success in complex custody and domestic violence matters
- Personalized legal strategies with courtroom-ready advocacy
Associations and certifications
- California Board of Legal Specialization
What people say
Highly recommend
Great lawyer
Positive results
Knowledgeable and honest
Protected my rights
Services
Divorce Representation
Our firm specializes in guiding clients through California's no-fault divorce process. We handle property division, spousal support determinations, and complex financial evaluations. With extensive courtroom experience, we protect clients' interests in contested divorces while exploring mediation options. Our approach considers both immediate needs and long-term implications of divorce settlements.
Child Custody
We advocate for clients in physical and legal custody determinations. Our team addresses visitation rights, custody modifications, and supervised visitation arrangements. Understanding California's 'best interests' standard, we help develop parenting plans that balance parental rights with children's welfare while preparing for potential courtroom advocacy.
Spousal Support
Our practice handles temporary and permanent spousal support matters. We analyze income disparities, marriage duration, and tax implications to determine fair support arrangements. We represent clients seeking support payments or challenging unreasonable demands while considering California's discretionary factors for support determinations.
Asset Division
We specialize in dividing community property assets and debts under California law. Our services include business valuation, retirement account division, and debt allocation. We work with financial experts to ensure accurate valuations while protecting separate property interests through proper documentation and legal arguments.
Domestic Violence Cases
Our firm addresses domestic violence allegations in family law contexts. We help obtain restraining orders and defend against false accusations. We coordinate with criminal defense when necessary while handling custody implications and property division impacts related to domestic violence claims.
People
James D. Madden
Attorney & Founder
Practicing family law since 2001, James Madden is a California Board-Certified Family Law Specialist. With extensive courtroom experience, he focuses on complex divorce cases involving child custody, spousal support, and asset division. He graduated from University of La Verne College of Law and has represented clients in challenging domestic violence and custody cases.
Questions
What family law services do you specialize in?
We specialize in divorce proceedings, child custody and visitation rights, spousal and child support determinations, asset and debt division, and domestic violence cases within California's legal framework.
How does your firm handle complex financial aspects in divorce cases?
We work with forensic accountants to analyze business valuations, cash flow, and complex financial assets. Our approach ensures accurate property division and support calculations in high-asset divorce cases.
Can you represent clients in emergency custody situations?
Yes, we handle urgent custody matters including emergency protective orders and temporary custody arrangements. Our team responds promptly to time-sensitive family law emergencies.
How does domestic violence affect divorce proceedings?
Domestic violence allegations can impact custody decisions, support determinations, and property division. We help clients obtain protective orders while defending against false accusations in family court proceedings.
What experience do you have with California family law?
Our lead attorney has practiced California family law since 2002, handling thousands of cases involving divorce, custody disputes, and support matters. We understand local court procedures and judicial expectations.
How do you communicate with clients during their cases?
We maintain direct communication with clients through phone calls, emails, and in-person meetings. Clients receive regular updates about their case status and upcoming court proceedings.
