I have been asked, “Does one person have to move out of the house when separating?” With today’s economy being the way it is, it can be difficult financially to maintain two separate households while going through a separation or divorce. The courts tend to preserve the status quo when children are involved. If you… Continue reading →
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Unmarried couple and ownership of real estate
Are you in a relationship without the benefit of marriage? Have you recently moved into your partner’s home? What happens if the relationship ends? If your relationship ends because the two of you no longer want to be together, chances are one of you will not be happy and you will not remain friendly. There… Continue reading →
Collaborative divorce
Even though divorce is an emotional and stressful time, it doesn’t have to be. Why shouldn’t you and your spouse work together for the best outcome? After all, you were once a team working together. The collaborative approach to divorce allows you to keep a positive relationship with your former spouse – it is best… Continue reading →
Legal separation
A legal separation is granted in the form of a court order and allows the couple to be separated while remaining legally married. It is not designed to give couples a time-out if they are having marital problems. While separated, the court has the power to decide on any issues related to the couple’s marriage,… Continue reading →
The contempt process
When an individual displays disrespect for a judge in the courtroom, disrupts judicial proceedings, or disobeys a court order, he or she may be held in contempt. Civil contempt, when a person refuses to obey a court order, can come into play after a divorce. The charge can be filed against a person who fails… Continue reading →
Annulling a marriage in California
Marriage is supposed to be a special bond between two people who have decided to spend the rest of their lives together. Sometimes it takes years to come to that decision, while other times, it is made on the spur of the moment. When made on the spur of the moment, oftentimes one or both… Continue reading →
An unfair child support order
Do you think your existing child support order is unfair? Even if you and your former spouse agree that the child support order should be modified, it must be approved by a judge to be legally enforceable. A hearing must be scheduled in order to argue the pros and cons of the proposed modification. As… Continue reading →
Divorce and your child’s college expenses
In today’s economy, college expenses can be burdensome for any family, but they become even more so during divorce proceedings. Paying college expenses can be devastating when all of a sudden there are two sets of living expenses and still only one family. Is it the parent’s duty to help with a child’s college-related expenses?… Continue reading →
Divorce and your children
The breakup of a marriage is often one of the most disturbing times in a person’s life. If you are considering divorce, you are probably experiencing a new set of emotions and feelings, not to mention stress. Once upon a time you and your spouse worked as a team when it came to matters regarding… Continue reading →
Changing your name – legally
Are you thinking about changing your name once your divorce is final? Or, are you thinking about changing your name for other reasons? Whatever the reason, name changes have become common. Changing your name in California could be complex for some once you obtain the proper paperwork. Additionally, you must contact all relevant government and… Continue reading →
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