In the State of California, a child born to a married couple is assumed to have been fathered by the husband, unless proven otherwise. If a couple is not married, they can sign a legal document when the child is born or can wait for a later date, if necessary. In the case of an… Continue reading →
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Domestic partners
Are you and your domestic partner calling it quits? If you and your partner are registered as domestic partners in the State of California, you have certain rights and responsibilities. The end of your relationship will be dissolved in court – the same way as a typical marital divorce action is resolved. All issues normally… Continue reading →
California domestic partnerships
A domestic partnership is a legal relationship available to same-sex couples. It gives the couple the same rights, benefits, responsibilities, obligations and duties under the law as married spouses have. According to California Family Code Section 297(a), “Domestic partners are two adults who have chosen to share one another’s lives in an intimate and committed… Continue reading →
Prenuptial agreements
Many people are under the mistaken impression that prenuptial agreements are only for the rich and famous. This is not correct. A prenuptial agreement can benefit people of all incomes and asset levels. A proper agreement can provide a reassuring source of clarity for any couple. It details each party’s intentions regarding specific assets and… Continue reading →
California specific guidelines on paying child support
The state of California has specific guidelines that determine the amount of child support that should be paid in order to ensure that your child receives proper care. It is up to both parents to provide for their child, both financially and emotionally until at least 18 years old. When determining the amount of child… Continue reading →
What is a common law marriage?
A common law marriage is created by cohabitation between two people for a certain period of time without an official ceremony. The couple consider themselves married. Most states do not recognize common law marriage and that includes California. However, California courts do recognize palimony. If the couple has lived together for several years and then… Continue reading →
Ending spousal support
When you are ordered to pay spousal support, it feels like you’ve been doing it forever – it will never end. Don’t get alarmed; California law does not favor indefinite spousal support. The law allows you to revisit your spousal support order. You can take action to reduce or eliminate your spousal support obligation. If… Continue reading →
Division of property during divorce
One of the most challenging and stressful aspects of the divorce process is property division. At the end of a marriage the couple must divide property acquired during their marriage. This process can be simple or it can be complex. In California, all property acquired during the marriage becomes community property and must be divided… Continue reading →
Divorce waiting period
Are you aware that there is a divorce waiting period when filing for divorce? This is to make sure that the couple is absolutely certain about ending their marriage. California law requires a six-month waiting period that begins the day of filing. After six months plus one day after the filing date, the divorce papers… 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 →
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