Divorce can be a difficult time for all involved. Coming in behind child custody and alimony issues is deciding on who gets what from the marriage. California is a community property state, which means that all community property will be divided equally in a divorce. Community property includes: · Real estate · Vehicles – cars,… Continue reading →
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What are your parental rights?
Parental rights are given to both the mother and father. They are expected to be responsible for their own children. They also deserve fair amounts of parenting time with their children. These rights are expected even if the parents are separated or divorced or unmarried to each other. Oftentimes, fathers’ rights require extra attention when… Continue reading →
Things to do before a divorce
It can be very stressful and emotional when an individual considers the dissolution of his or her marriage. If you are thinking about filing for a divorce, make sure you are prepared to do so. In order to avoid some common pitfalls associated with divorce, consider the following before doing anything: · Make sure you… Continue reading →
Preparing your children for divorce
The stress and uncertainty of facing a marital crisis and divorce can be frightening – not just for the couple, but for their children as well. How do you go through a divorce with children? Some parents are afraid that their children will get caught in the middle of their disagreements; while others are afraid… Continue reading →
What is supervised visitation?
Keeping the best interests of your child in mind, there are times when supervised visitation is requested for the non-custodial parent. Supervised visitation is generally ordered when one parent has a problem with alcohol and/or drug abuse, physical or emotional abuse or any type of situation that could put the child in harm’s way. Of… Continue reading →
How can I get visitation?
Visitation is the time a non-custodial parent spends with his or her children. In a divorce, the visitation is not always standard – every other weekend, every other holiday and a week or two during the summer. The schedule can vary from a little time to a fifty-fifty split between the parents. When entering into… Continue reading →
Considering reconciliation
It is not easy to end a marriage. Divorce can destroy a person’s sense of security and belonging. It is a huge loss which has an effect on ones future. Many people would prefer their marriage to work out. Many individuals before seeking the help of a divorce attorney consider an alternative to divorce –… Continue reading →
Divorce and the holidays
Now that the holidays are upon us, one of the challenges every newly divorced parent faces is providing a happy, safe, and comforting time for their children. Every child wants both parents to spend holidays with. When that first holiday comes and one parent is missing, it is hard for any child. Statistics show that… Continue reading →
What happens when happily ever after isn’t?
A wedding is a happy occasion with high hopes for a wonderful and loving future together. Unfortunately, that does not always happen. Marital bliss too often turns to misery and despair. A divorce may be contested or uncontested. When it is uncontested, the two parties have agreed to all matters related to ending their marriage…. Continue reading →
What is sole custody?
In most divorce cases where children are concerned, the court prefers to award joint custody to the parents. In this way, the children get to spend equal amounts of time with both parents – it is in the best interests of the children. However, there are circumstances in which sold custody is the best option…. Continue reading →
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