In many divorce cases spousal support is ordered to ensure that the former spouse keeps the standard of living established during the marriage. A problem arises if support hasn’t been paid in several months. The court does not stand for this and have made it almost impossible to get rid of arrears. Once arrears are… Continue reading →
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California marriage licenses
The State of California issues two different types of marriage licenses. 1. A public marriage license requires the individual to be at least 18 years of age. If he or she is not, they must get written consent from at least one parent or legal guardian. In addition, permission from a California Superior Court Judge… Continue reading →
Is divorce the answer for you?
Have you been thinking about filing for divorce lately? Are things getting so bad in your marriage that you are certain they will never change? Deciding whether or not your marriage is worth saving is a difficult decision to make. If your emotions are out of control, stop and think this over; don’t make such… Continue reading →
Avoid court costs
Going to court for a divorce can be time-consuming, complicated and very expensive. There are other ways to proceed with a divorce for those who do not have the time or money to go through a long, drawn out process. One of the most common options is alternative dispute resolution. The concept is simple. Both… Continue reading →
Applying for a California marriage license
You may apply for a marriage license at any California county clerk’s office where you plan to be married as long as you are at least 18 years old. If you are under 18, a parent or guardian must be present. You may have to show a birth certificate to prove your age. In Orange… 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 →
What is family law?
Family law issues affect the very core of your life. They are usually very personal and can impact you both emotionally and financially. Family issues for the most part include divorce, your children (custody, support, and visitation), property division, domestic violence (restraining orders) and modifications of a court-ordered matter down the road. If you have… Continue reading →
Is divorce right for you?
In California, fifty percent of all marriages end in a divorce – not very good odds for some. All couples go through difficult times, but when do you know if divorce is right for you? When considering divorce, first contact a marriage counselor or other professional person for help in fixing your marriage, if possible…. Continue reading →
What is a conciliation court?
In California, a couple who wants to work together with less conflict and less stress in family matters can take advantage of an alternative dispute resolution or conciliation court. This type of court attempts to reconcile and reduce the amount of litigation while helping the couple resolve disputed issues. While the matter is under advisement… Continue reading →
Disclosing assets
When a couple decides to end their marriage, one of the first steps they should take is reviewing their financial status. When a spouse does not accurately disclose his or her assets, legal sanctions and severe penalties can occur. California law requires every person who is a party to divorce proceedings to declare their financial circumstances…. Continue reading →
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