Thomas P. Hogan

read moreWith the proper insights combined with decisive action taking, take charge of your legal matters with the Law Office of Thomas P. Hogan who has over 35 years of Legal Experience as a Licensed Attorney & CPA. We are a results focused law firm that listens to your concerns, then develop a plan for your success, that enables our clients to find the most logical path possible. Our goal is to help people overcome challenges from proven insights and knowledge. Law Office of Thomas P. Hogan is committed to the practicing of various forms law as a Licensed CPA and Attorney in Stanislaus, Merced, San Joaquin, and Tuolumne Counties.

read moreOnce you have taken the decision to file for divorce, you must understand how the process works. A divorce is essentially adversarial in nature - one spouse fighting the other. We have the resources that can help you navigate the divorce process smoothly and covers topics like no fault divorce, service of the petition, divorce mediation, alimony & child support, child custody and much more. If there are children from the marriage, the divorce decree will specify who gets custody of the children.

read moreIf you are contemplating a dissolution of marriage or in the midst of one, you should hire the services of an experienced divorce attorney. The attorney can help you with the various issues of your divorce - alimony/spousal support, property division, child custody, child support, and visitation. In your consult, we explain the benefits of hiring a divorce attorney, issues to discuss with your attorney, we can also assist with links to state resources, information on collaborative law process and mediation.

read moreOur staff will assist in scheduling new and existing clients. For initial consultations we will ask you a few questions and then find the best time for you to talk with Thomas Hogan or Katie Cochran that best fits your legal matter.

read moreIn order to take steps to ensure that your loved ones are provided for and that your healthcare requests and final wishes regarding your property are honored, one can plan their estate. When a person passes away, his or her estate must be gathered and managed, including but not limited to: paying any debts of the deceased, collecting the assets of the estate, and handing out any remaining assets. State legislatures in recent years have tried to reduce the complication surrounding estate administration.

read moreThe Bankruptcy process involves a legal proceeding that allows individuals or businesses an option for relief from their debts. In some cases, the bankruptcy process does provide some opportunity for payments to creditors. Bankruptcy is handled in federal courts, and rules are outlined in the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. The decision to file Bankruptcy can be a tough one- that is why it is so crucial to seek professional guidance regarding your specific situation to see if your financial situation can be improved by a bankruptcy filing.

read morePersonal Injury Law allows for individuals to understand whether a person who has suffered injury or harm is owed money from a person or business held accountable. All persons, including those in which we are responsible for, are required to act in a way that does not put others at risk of injury. If the injury is caused due to this negligence, then we are required to rectify the harm done through monetary payment. The law states that money is the only compensation for injury and damages. There are many laws that can dictate how the actions of people and businesses can be deemed irresponsible that could make them liable to pay damages for any harm caused.

read moreQualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs) are court orders directing plans to divide retirement accounts, typically post-divorce. These orders balance state and federal law with retirement plan procedures, and must be prepared timely and accurately to guarantee both parties' property rights. Regardless of which side of the domestic relations order you are on - whether you are the owner of the retirement plan or pension, or whether you are the potential recipient of the plan or pension - this is a highly sensitive issue that requires the knowledge and skills of a seasoned family law attorney.