Costly Mistakes Can Hurt Your Divorce Settlement

About 50% of all California marriages end in divorce.  Those are not very good odds for anyone.  In some cases, an individual could end up with an unfair settlement, causing him or her financial challenges that are hard to fix. A settlement agreement consists of court orders and divorce decisions that each party must follow…. Continue reading →

Legal Separation

In many cases when a marriage is not working, the couple decides to get a legal separation and wait to file for divorce.  Sometimes they can work out their problems and get back together.  A legal separation does not terminate the marital status; however, the parties remain married in name only. When a marriage is… Continue reading →

Thinking divorce?

Are you thinking divorce is your only option?  Have you tried other ways to mend your broken marriage?  Ending a marriage is the most stressful time in an individual’s life. Too many people experiencing divorce find themselves involved in the emotional and psychological aspects of the situation. With divorce come a lot of challenges.  Contact… Continue reading →

Child Custody Agreement

Child custody is probably the most important legal matter in a divorce.  If a couple heading for divorce cannot arrive at a good custody plan for their children, the court will do it for them. The court, under the California Family Code, assures the best interests of the children when determining which parent should have… Continue reading →

Spousal Support

During divorce proceedings a court may award spousal support to one of the parties.  The purpose of spousal support is not to provide for any economic effects of the divorce by continuing to pay income to the individual who either does not have a job nor has a lower-paying one. Unlike child support, spousal support… Continue reading →

Can My Child Support Be Waived?

Child support is an integral part of the legal proceedings undertaken in a divorce. State laws say that parents have a legal duty to support their children regardless of whether the parents are together or divorced. There are many moms out there that don’t want the father to seek custody and/or visitation. Or, what about… Continue reading →

Lessons Learned From A Divorce

Getting divorced and going through separation, with children, a once-shared home and the family dog, is painful and confusing, but it can be rewarding as well. Most people think about divorce in terms of failed marriage, but our best chance at finding lasting love in the future comes from the personal growth that occurs in… Continue reading →

My Children Don’t Understand

Divorce is a time of great change. It changes so many things in a child’s life. While you may not be able to avoid some of these changes, you can help ease their effect on your children. Just remember that dealing with the aftermath of your divorce can and will be tough – there are… Continue reading →

What Are My Rights With Restraining Orders?

We have rules to protect us and there are legal consequences for those who break those rules. Restraining orders or protection orders keep you, your property, your legal rights, and your children safe before something drastic happens. It is a court order directing someone to do or not to do certain things. It is an… Continue reading →

How Can I Help My Children During Divorce?

Divorce is not only a stressful time for the couple, but what about the children? When telling your children about your decision to get a divorce, it is important to make them feel safe and loved, even though mommy and daddy no longer want to be married. It’s difficult for some children to understand what’s… Continue reading →

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