Furubotten Law, APC provides experienced family law representation for residents of Hemet, San Jacinto, and surrounding communities. Since the opening of the Menifee Justice Center in July 2024 — which replaced the former Hemet Courthouse — family law matters for Hemet and San Jacinto residents are filed at 27401 Menifee Center Drive, Menifee, CA 92584. Our Murrieta office team practices regularly before this courthouse and knows its procedures, its judges, and its local rules.
Hemet and the Menifee Justice Center
For decades, Hemet was home to its own Riverside County courthouse. In July 2024, the Riverside Superior Court transitioned family law, civil, and small claims operations from the former Hemet Courthouse to the new, modern Menifee Justice Center. This nine-courtroom facility — including five dedicated family law departments — now serves Hemet and San Jacinto residents along with the broader mid-county region. Our firm made this transition seamlessly and continues to serve Hemet families with the same quality of representation they expect.
Divorce in Hemet
California is a no-fault divorce state under Family Code §2310. Hemet residents seeking dissolution of marriage file at the Menifee Justice Center. At least one spouse must have been a California resident for six months and a Riverside County resident for three months under Family Code §2320. The six-month mandatory waiting period under Family Code §2339 begins upon service of the petition. Community property — all assets and debts acquired during the marriage — is divided equally under Family Code §760.
Hemet divorce cases frequently involve questions of equity in homes purchased in recent years, retirement accounts from local employers, and support arrangements that account for mid-county cost-of-living realities. Our firm handles both contested and uncontested divorce for Hemet residents.
Child Custody for Hemet Families
Child custody for Hemet families is determined by the best interests of the child standard under Family Code §3011. Courts in the Menifee Justice Center's family law departments consider the child's health, safety, and welfare; each parent's ability to provide care; and the importance of frequent, continuing contact with both parents under Family Code §3020. Our firm handles custody disputes, parenting plan negotiations, custody modifications, and emergency custody orders for Hemet and San Jacinto parents.
Child Support in Hemet
California child support is calculated using the statewide uniform guideline formula under Family Code §4055. The formula accounts for each parent's gross income, the percentage of time each parent has physical custody, and mandatory deductions. For Hemet families, accurately capturing income — particularly for parents who are self-employed, work seasonal or variable hours, or have income from multiple sources — is critical to a fair support order. Our firm represents both parents seeking adequate support for their children and those facing support orders that may not accurately reflect their true financial circumstances.
Spousal Support for Hemet Residents
Spousal support in Hemet divorce proceedings is governed by Family Code §4320, which requires courts to consider the duration of the marriage, each party's earning capacity, the standard of living during the marriage, and the supported party's ability to become self-supporting within a reasonable period. Temporary support may be ordered during the divorce proceeding; permanent support is addressed in the final judgment.
Domestic Violence Services in Hemet
The Menifee Justice Center maintains a domestic violence calendar serving Hemet and surrounding communities. Furubotten Law, APC represents domestic violence petitioners seeking protection and respondents contesting restraining order applications. Emergency Protective Orders under Family Code §6250 and Domestic Violence Restraining Orders under Family Code §6300 have significant consequences for custody, property rights, and the divorce proceeding itself — experienced representation is essential.
Contact Our Team for Hemet Family Law Matters
Call (714) 795-3862 between 10:30am and 3:00pm. We offer complimentary initial case evaluations and serve Hemet, San Jacinto, and all mid-county communities at the Menifee Justice Center.