Do you think you got the bad end of the stick regarding the final judgment in your divorce? Are you convinced that the family court did not understand the facts surrounding your situation? If you believe that the family court made an error in a decision, you don’t have to live with it; you can… Continue reading →
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Domestic violence and protective orders
California takes domestic violence issues very seriously. Both the accused and the alleged victim have rights that need to be protected. If there is a real threat of harm, a court will issue a protective or restraining order. In most cases, claims of domestic violence are true, however, sometimes claims have no merit and are… Continue reading →
Proving paternity
When a married couple has a child together, the husband’s name is entered on the birth certificate as the father of the child. However, when an unmarried couple has a child, the paternity of the child may be in question, especially when the mother is unsure who the biological father is. Once a determination of… Continue reading →
What is a litigated divorce?
Divorce is not a one size fits all. Every divorce is different. Some couples agree amicably to get a divorce and work out the issues involved on their own. They may even do their own paperwork or hire one attorney to prepare all the necessary documents. This type of divorce is considered relatively fast and… Continue reading →
Dividing property during a divorce
During the divorce process the couple must divide the property they acquired during the marriage. Oftentimes it is a simple process, but there are times when it is not. California is known as a community property state and is divided equally. Any property that was obtained before the marriage is considered separate property and is… Continue reading →
What are the requirements for filing for a divorce?
In order to file for dissolution of a marriage in California, residency requirements must be met. According to California Family Code Section 297, the couple is not allowed to file papers unless one of the parties has been a resident of California for at least six months and has lived in the county where the… Continue reading →
Inheritance and divorce
You and your spouse have decided to divorce. You know California is a community property state. What is to become with the inheritance you received from your dad? Don’t be alarmed; an inheritance received during your marriage is considered separate property. However, there are times when it can be considered marital property. One example is… Continue reading →
Understanding visitation rights
A divorce is a life-altering event, and heightened emotions can lead to poor decisions on the part of both parties. When a couple divorces, the court will order child visitation at reasonable places and times and will leave it up to the parents to determine a more exact arrangement and schedule. Reasonable visitation is flexible… Continue reading →
Civil domestic violence
Domestic violence is not always an act of violence against a spouse – sometimes it applies to a partner, a former partner or a person you may be dating. When a divorce is in process, claims of domestic violence are not uncommon, especially for those couples facing child custody cases. This can turn very unpleasant…. Continue reading →
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