Guiding You Toward a Better Future
San Jose Divorce & Family Attorneys
San Jose family lawyers assisting individuals and families with their family law matters in Santa Clara and the surrounding Bay Area and Northern Central Valley.
At Foster Hsu, LLP, are dedicated to guiding you through life’s most difficult moments toward a brighter future. Our San Jose divorce attorneys focus on achieving amicable solutions whenever possible, helping to avoid unnecessary costs and emotional stress that often comes with litigation.
Settlement-Oriented, but Ready for Trial as Needed
Divorce is an emotionally difficult time. We are dedicated to providing the highest level of representation that will allow you to make informed decisions throughout your family law matter – whether that be through achieving a settlement or through litigation.
Some people want a lawyer to go to court and fight for every penny and concession they can squeeze out of the other side, and there are lawyers who will do that. At Foster Hsu, our philosophy is centered on your well-being and long-term best interests. Our priority is ensuring you are supported and educated throughout the divorce process – not just achieving an outcome, but helping you move forward with confidence and stability.
We aim to reach solutions that address the needs of everyone involved whenever possible. Our experience shows that when both parties collaborate to create a mutually beneficial agreement, they are more likely to follow through willingly. In contrast, when decisions are imposed by the court, satisfaction decreases and compliance often suffers, leading to repeated court appearances and ongoing stress.
However, we understand that settlement isn’t always possible. When necessary, we are fully prepared to advocate fiercely for our clients’ best interests.
Comprehensive San Jose Family Law Practice
Contact Foster Hsu in San Jose for any family law matter in Santa Clara, San Mateo or surrounding counties. Our comprehensive family law practice includes:
Divorce – We offer skilled, compassionate advice and representation to protect your rights and prioritize your best interests throughout your California divorce. Our team provides attentive representation in all aspects of family law, including child custody and visitation, child support, spousal support, and property division under California’s complex community property laws.
Mediation – Mediation offers families a constructive, confidential and cost-effective way to resolve disputes without the stress and expense of litigation. Our experienced team provides comprehensive mediation services for all types of family law matters. We work toward productive discussion in a neutral environment, helping you reach agreements that reflect your family’s unique needs and priorities.
Domestic Violence – Domestic abuse can take many forms, including physical harm, sexual assault, stalking, harassment, intimidation, verbal abuse and financial control. You and your children have a right to be safe and protected from violence and abuse, even when the perpetrator is a close member of the family. We will help you take the necessary steps to ensure your immediate safety and support your long-term security and well-being.
Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements – Couples with differences in income or assets can benefit from prenuptial or postnuptial agreements that provide clarity and fairness in the event of separation or divorce. Prenuptial or postnuptial agreements serve as a roadmap during the parties’ marriage, so everyone is on the same page regarding financial expectations and management of assets and debts. These agreements can also help blended protect children’s inheritance rights. The process of creating a premarital agreement encourages open communication about finances and expectations, helping couples enter marriage with confidence – not as a plan for divorce, but as a foundation for a strong partnership.
Guardianship – When parents are unable to care for their children due to death, incarceration, incapacity or some other reason, the state may intervene. As an involved grandparent, aunt, uncle or other family member or friend, you may wish to become a guardian to provide the child(ren) with a stable and loving home. We are here to guide you through the guardian process, making it as straightforward as possible during a challenging time.
Step Parent and Second Parent Adoption – Adopting your spouse’s children can strengthen family bonds and provides children with a greater sense of belonging, security and legal rights – including inheritances and access to benefits, such as health insurance. As a parent, you’ll have legal rights to custody and visitation, regardless of future circumstances.
California allows for second parent adoption, enabling a non-biological or non-legal parent to adopt their partner’s child, without terminating the legal rights of any existing parent. This process is available to married and unmarried couples, including same-sex and heterosexual partners and is especially important for families formed through assisted reproduction or surrogacy.
Our team is experienced in helping families navigate step parent or second parent adoption in California.
Our San Jose Divorce Attorneys Are Ready to Help
Divorce and other family law matters are deeply personal, making it essential to choose an attorney who is not only skilled and experienced, but also someone you feel comfortable working with and can trust. If you are located in Santa Clara or San Mateo County, the surrounding areas or in the Northern Central Valley, call Foster Hsu in San Jose for a consultation. We take the time to understand your unique situation and needs and to ensure we are the right fit for you and your case. Our San Jose divorce attorneys are fluent in both English and Mandarin and represent a diverse mix of clients throughout Silicon Valley, the Bay Area, and into the Central Valley. Call 408-841-7200, and let’s find out how we can help you with your divorce, child custody dispute, adoption or other family law needs.
