Many Bay Area families have ties to more than one country — a marriage abroad, property overseas, or a spouse who lives or works outside the United States. Cross-border divorce raises jurisdiction, service, and enforcement questions that local-only cases do not.
Common issues
- Which court can decide your case
- How foreign marriage documents and assets are treated
- Parenting plans when one parent lives abroad
- Language and cultural barriers during negotiation
How we approach these matters
Romanov Law advises on California family law with awareness of international realities, and can work with clients in English, German, and Russian. Early clarity on timelines and documents often prevents wasted filings.
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This overview is educational and does not create an attorney-client relationship.
