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We will communicate with our clients to discuss case assessment and litigation strategies as well as make recommendations to provide insight into every step of the process. We formulate litigation strategies based upon the law and the facts of each case, along with the vision of our client’s goals and objectives.
A New Orleans native, Anne’s core values and work ethic were instilled in her by her grandmother who raised Anne. Often as a young girl Anne would help her grandmother while she worked in the Rectory for the Catholic Priests as a maid for the facilities of the priest hood.
Professional Guidance Through the Probate Process Managing a loved one’s estate after their passing can be emotionally challenging and legally complex. At Saxton Law, we help individuals and families navigate the probate process with clear guidance, personalized legal support, and careful attention to the details that matter. Our goal is to help you understand your […]
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Filing for Divorce Filing for a high-asset divorce can be complicated. In California, couples with $1 million or more in assets are considered to have high net worth; for them, the process of filing for a divorce will be much different than couples with fewer assets. If you’re pursuing a high-asset divorce, here’s what you […]
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How Long Does the Divorce Process Take? California requires that you wait at least six months after filing your petition before your divorce can be finalized. It is one of the few states that actively has this requirement. This is done to ensure that you are absolutely sure you cannot continue on as a married […]
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Should you Have a Power of Attorney? A California Durable Power of Attorney is a document that authorizes your agent (a person you choose) to manage your financial affairs if you become unable (or unwilling) to manage them yourself. This is similar to a healthcare power of attorney, however it only relates to financial decisions and […]
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What is Conservatorship? A Conservatorship is a court proceeding in which a Judge appoints a family member, friend, another responsible person or a professional fiduciary (conservator) to care for a person (conservatee) who cannot care for themselves and/or their finances. Conservatorship of the Person In a Conservatorship of the Person, the conservator is responsible for […]
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Reverse Your Losses In law, an appeal is the process in which cases are reviewed by a higher authority, where parties request a formal change to an official decision. Appeals function both as a process for error correction as well as a process of clarifying and interpreting law. The 7 Most Common Grounds for an […]
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Do you Have an Estate Plan? With decades of experience, we represent clients in complex disputes involving wills, trusts and estates. The experience our Law Office brings to the table allows our attorneys to foresee issues before they arise when drafting your customized and tailor-made estate plans, saving you and your family the expense, and […]
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Is a Prenuptial for you? Marriage is not a commitment that should be entered into without taking into consideration all legal elements involved. It is important to fully understand the marriage contract prior to signing. The marriage contract is a commitment and therefore, there are heavy consequences if divorce occurs. The Law Office of Anne Dowden Saxton, […]
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Do you Need Protection now? If you are suffering a domestic violence issue, it is essential to involve a strong and aggressive lawyer for your safety as well as your love ones NOW! If you or your children are being abused by your spouse or a domestic partner, the situation calls for legal assistance. The […]
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What Rights do Fathers Have in California? Many Fathers feel that courts unfairly favor the mother in matters of divorce, child custody, child support, and so on. Some would say courts don’t grant many fathers fair custody rights. In many cases, fathers need to fight to ensure their rights are not overlooked. Regardless of whether […]
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What are a Father’s Rights if he’s not Married? Even if a man genetically contributes to a child’s birth, paternity can only be established through adoption, marriage, or a court order. A biological father has no legal rights if a child is born out of wedlock or is the result of an extramarital affair. In […]
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How is Child Custody Determined? Taking an issue to family court can present different potential outcomes. Depending on each family’s situation, there are various ways to divide up the time a child will spend with their parents. These can include sole custody or joint custody. A judge’s primary concern during a child custody hearing is […]
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How to File for Visitation If you are the legal parent of a child and have not successfully reached an agreement concerning visitation arrangements with the child’s other parent, you have two options for how to proceed. First, you and the other parent may work with a mediator who can strive to help you reach […]
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What you Need to Know About Alimony During a proceeding for dissolution of marriage, the court can grant alimony, aka “spousal support” to either party. The court can also decide whether this payment will be made in one lump sum or during set monthly periods. They will also take into consideration factors such as standard […]
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How to Enforce or Modify Child Support Child support orders are not permanent. You can ask the court to modify your child support if there has been a “significant change in circumstance.” This can include, but is not limited to: Job loss Pay cuts Remarriage of the custodial parent You should also ask the court […]
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A wife in a California divorce can be entitled to up to half of the marital assets and a percentage of their spouse’s income for child support, spousal support, and primary child custody or visitation rights.
The legal process for filing for divorce can be very complicated because of the various forms and steps you must complete. This is especially true for those seeking child support, child custody and court orders that divide property.
If you want a lawyer that will help you navigate through awkward and difficult situations, then hire her. I wanted nothing but civility and mutual respect throughout the process and Anne did just that. Couldn’t thank her enough for constantly being a voice of reason and not antagonizing my ex nor falling for the antics. Thanks so much.
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