California Immigration, Divorce and Family Law Attorney

Law Office of Bunmi Awoniyi

1330 Broadway , Suite 515 Oakland, California 94612 USA

 (916) 265-2694

www.awoniyilaw.com
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At the Sacramento Law Office of Bunmi Awoniyi, our attorneys are here to provide you with peace of mind and comprehensive legal services for any family law, immigration or naturalization matter. We know that going through a divorce, obtaining a green card or facing other legal issues can take an emotional toll on an individual and a family. During these challenging times, we will act as your personal advocates and work to efficiently resolve your legal burdens with tenacity, skill and a great deal of care. Our legal team genuinely cares about your family and the outcome of your case.

Our lawyers rely on a team of skilled and experienced paralegals to assist clients with day-to-day needs. We have found that by dedicating a paralegal to each case, we can keep costs affordable and provide service in a responsive, efficient and personalized manner. Each client is paired with a paralegal with whom they establish a trusting relationship. Your paralegal will have intimate knowledge of your case and will be available to answer your questions in a timely manner.

Practice Areas

Practice Areas Description

Our law practice includes:

- Family Law Practice

*Divorce & Legal Separation

At our firm, we first identify your needs and then assess — together with you — the type and level of legal representation that makes the most personal sense for you. Each case is unique and provides its own set of challenges. We are up for any challenge and tailor our legal services based on your situation. No templates. No "cookie cutters." Just compassionate and diligent advocacy, whether your interests are best promoted through mediation or litigation, or full vs. a more limited scope of representation. We let our clients know that they have options beyond just a pricing structure. A divorce is far from automatically being a bitter fight with attorneys arguing back and forth. Mediation and collaborative methods can often be employed to bring a peaceful and affordable resolution that gives you control. These cooperative methods are especially effective when dealing with issues related to the best interests of your children, including custody and support.

*Divorce Litigation Alternatives

At our firm, we encourage our clients to consider the following alternatives to litigation to avoid a lengthy, expensive court battle: Divorce mediation; and, Collaborative divorce. Through mediation or collaborative divorce, we will guide you through negotiations to develop an agreement you can live with. Essentially, the goal is to avoid litigation by developing a win-win situation for both parties. Not only will mediation or collaborative divorce help you efficiently come to an agreement, they can also lay the foundation for resolving future controversies with your former spouse or others. The way your marriage ends can impact how you approach future relationships. Both mediation and collaborative divorce are voluntary, client-centered, private alternatives to resolving family law disputes without going to court. These avenues involve identifying each party's interests, facilitating communication and working cooperatively towards a mutually satisfying resolution.

*Divorce on a Budget

Often, both spouses are in agreement on most aspects of a divorce or legal separation and are willing to work together to pursue an affordable legal option. However, they would still like the benefit and peace of mind that come with hiring a qualified divorce attorney to oversee the process. If you want to avoid a large retainer, the Law Office of Bunmi Awoniyi offers several affordable options. We can also help you modify your original divorce agreement in a timely and affordable manner.

*Child Custody & Visitation

In a marriage, children can bring out the best in people. During a divorce proceeding, children can bring out the worst in soon-to-be ex-spouses, who sometimes draw boundary lines in preparation of a fight. At the Sacramento Law Office of Bunmi Awoniyi in Sacramento, we help you focus on what is most important in a child custody matter: the best interests of your children. At the Law Office of Bunmi Awoniyi, we see children getting lost in the shuffle of dysfunction that spills out in the process of determining child custody. Their needs are ignored as mom and dad fight it out in court. You may think you have the best of intentions, but a war with your spouse only puts your child in the middle.

*Child Support & Spousal Support

At the Law Office of Bunmi Awoniyi, our initial goal is to find out your financial expectations in receiving or paying support. From there, we conduct a detailed analysis by evaluating various financial records and tax returns. No one should be paying more than he or she reasonably can, nor should someone receive more than he or she is entitled to under the law.

*Property Division

These days, many divorcing spouses are concerned about the negative equity of their shared property. With a volatile housing market, neither spouse wants to be stuck with a house with little value. Foreclosure can sometimes be an issue in these circumstances. Attorney Bunmi Awoniyi has significant experience representing clients in cases involving complex property division. Even in the most complicated, intertwined financial situation, we will work to achieve a settlement agreement in your favor. Many people's retirement accounts have also recently taken a hit. When divorce proceedings begin, you may worry not only about the decreased value of your investments, but also about being forced to split it with your former spouse.

*Domestic Violence Restraining Orders

If you are a domestic violence victim, you might be scared and unsure of what to do. You probably do not want to upset your spouse or disrupt your family, but the reality is that a restraining order can protect you and your children from further harm. Don't wait to get help. Contact the Law Office of Bunmi Awoniyi for sound and compassionate legal guidance. If you were falsely accused of domestic violence and a family member filed an unfair restraining order against you, seek legal counsel. A restraining order can prevent you from having contact with your children and entering your home. Attorney Bunmi Awoniyi has significant experience representing alleged perpetrators in cases where domestic violence allegations were fabricated.

*Domestic Partnerships

At the Law Office of Bunmi Awoniyi, we see same sex couples who are interested in formalizing their relationship and becoming domestic partners. We help them with the process to establish a legal union. Conversely, those couples also need help when the relationship simply isn't working out. In dissolving a domestic partnership, you need an experienced divorce attorney to mediate or litigate the issues of the divorce or legal separation. Regardless of sexual orientation, many of the issues in a domestic partnership dissolution are the same as in a formal marriage between a man and a woman. Child custody and visitation can become a heated issue. Property division and financial support can make the "divorce" contentious, resulting in the possibility of courtroom litigation.

*Adoptions, Guardianships & Conservatorships

The process of adoption, guardianship or conservatorship can be complicated, emotional and rewarding. You have a rare opportunity to start a family, add a son or daughter to your existing household, or protect the affairs of a parent or family member. At the Sacramento Law Office of Bunmi Awoniyi, we help families through every step of the process.

- Immigration and Naturalization

Dealing with governmental agencies can be frustrating, confusing and time-consuming. At the Law Office of Bunmi Awoniyi, our knowledgeable attorneys will be by your side at every step of your immigration journey. We can guide you through any of the following immigration and naturalization ventures: family immigration: Bringing an immediate relative, fiance or another family member to the U.S.; green cards: Gaining legal permanent residence through a family member, an employer, asylum, the lottery program or other ways; citizenship (naturalization): Becoming a U.S. citizen; asylum and other humanitarian benefits: Seeking refuge from violence or natural disasters; nonimmigrant visas: Coming to the U.S. to work, study or visit; and business immigration: Obtaining a visa to work as a professional, a specialist, an entertainer or a business investor, including H-1B visas, B visas and more.

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