When you are going through a divorce or dealing with serious family law issues, it can be difficult to focus on your future. Divorce is almost never an easy process, and the decisions you make during this time can affect you and your family for many years to come. If you believe you cannot make… Continue reading →
What is the Legal Divorce Process Like?
Although some divorces are very simple and can be handled with a minimum amount of red tape and delay, most divorces are much more difficult. The basic divorce goes something like this: One spouse contacts an attorney who assists in the preparation of a petition, the legal document that sets forth the reasons why the… Continue reading →
Can Child Support Be Changed
With today’s economy being the way it is, nothing is constant, especially when it comes to finances. When a couple gets divorced in California and children are involved, the issues involved in child support are of critical importance. The divorce order will include the instructions regarding paying child support, the amount, and how the payments… Continue reading →
How can I Receive Spousal Support?
In order to receive spousal support, you must be getting a divorce or living separate and apart. If there is no divorce or separation, you cannot be ordered to pay, nor can you receive, spousal support. For couples facing divorce, the amount of spousal support you will receive or will need to provide is a… Continue reading →
What is a 730 Custody Evaluation
Many times, when the best interest of the child is in question, a California family court judge will order a 730 evaluation, which looks into the mental health and parenting practices of one or both of the parents. The custody evaluation process is nerve-wracking for any parent. Its function is to assist the court and… Continue reading →
Divorce and the Potential Problems with Children
There are few things that you will ever have to endure that are as trying as going through a divorce. Couples going through a divorce are not the only ones having a hard time – what about the children involved? For children of any age, divorce can be stressful, sad, and definitely confusing. Many children… Continue reading →
No-Fault versus Fault Divorce
In the state of California, there are three main ways to end a marriage, which are: divorce, legal separation and annulment. Considering, that California is a “no fault” state, there are differences between receiving a “no fault” divorce and a “fault” divorce. A “no fault” divorce, means that the direct spouse or domestic partner that… Continue reading →
Spousal Support, Factors Considered by a Judge.
When you are going through a divorce, one of the things that becomes the most apparent is the change in financial stability, not only are you going to be downsized half your income, the challenging part is transitioning and adapting. Are you unsure if you can obtain spousal support? How is that determined and what… Continue reading →
When does Guardianship end?
There are instances when a guardianship is established to protect or represent a minor child – requiring someone other than his or her parents. The most common instance is during divorce and custody battles or when a child’s parents are being investigated for abuse or neglect. A child guardian can be needed temporarily or permanently,… Continue reading →
Planning your Elderly Parent’s Estate
Coping with the idea of a family member passing is an emotional process that we all must deal with at some point. It can also force us to think about estate planning for the future. Who needs a will? We all do – regardless of how many or how little assets we have. Helping your… Continue reading →
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