Are you and your spouse going separate ways? This is a most difficult time, and the decisions you make can have a lasting impact on you and your family. In some cases, when an individual is asked to sign a prenuptial agreement before the marriage, it can be viewed in a negative light. You’re not… Continue reading →
Posts Tagged ‘Divorce’
Can my marriage work?
A successful marriage often requires hard work and effort on both parts. Is the thrill gone in your marriage? Oftentimes, divorce looks like the right choice, but have you thought about surviving a divorce? There are many reasons for marital stress and dissatisfaction, but before you decide on divorce, you need to decide whether the… Continue reading →
My forever is over!
When you said, “I do”, you thought it would be forever. For whatever reason, you marriage is over and it’s time to file for divorce. Filing divorce papers is the first step in the divorce process. This can be an emotional process. In addition, the requirements of the divorce court can add stress and uncertainty…. Continue reading →
Temporary Restraining Orders
California takes a very strict view of domestic violence, and proof of such violence carries significant consequences. Even an allegation of abuse can have an immediate effect on the alleged abuser’s freedom. If you have been abused or threatened, you can apply for an ex-parte temporary protective order or temporary restraining order from the Superior… Continue reading →
Custodial Parent & Child Support Enforcement
Children still need to be taken care of after a divorce. Child support is vital to ensuring that it is done. It is often awarded to a spouse at the end of the divorce process. Unfortunately, child support payments are often a burden on the payer and enforcement is required. One of the most frustrating… Continue reading →
Can I Collect Spousal Support?
It is important to protect your future. Those ordered to pay spousal support sometimes have misconceptions about it. It is not a punishment the court inflicts on one spouse. Spousal support allows the lower-earning spouse to maintain his or her standard of living during the marriage – while moving towards self-sufficiency – if possible. The… Continue reading →
Post-Decree Modification
I’ve been asked if a court-ordered custody order can be changed. Changing custody orders can be important to ensure that both parents uphold their parental obligations – as well as allowing the child the opportunity to have both parents involved in his or her life. The involvement of both parents is crucial to providing a… Continue reading →
What Is Parental Alienation Syndrome?
Did you and your ex have an amicable divorce or was it really nasty? As a divorced parent, do you worry that your ex might make malicious remarks about you, especially to your children? Does he or she blame you for all of the family problems that have occurred over the years – are you… Continue reading →
How Do I Get My Ex To Pay Child Support Regularly
Child support is an obligation of a parent to provide emotional, financial and medical support for their child. Violation of court-ordered child support can have serious consequences. The court has many options available to recover overdue child support payments. In order to enforce, the non-paying parent may be subject to sanctions, which include: Restricted driving… Continue reading →
Can I Ask For Spousal Support?
Spousal support is paid by one spouse to the other to help that person maintain the lifestyle established during the marriage. It can be a source of contentious, ongoing disputes. Spousal support matters can be agreed upon privately or decided by the court. California courts consider numerous issues when determining whether spousal support should be… Continue reading →
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