Seeking to divorce from your spouse is never an easy decision it’s difficult under any circumstance. Each divorce action is unique however there is one common theme in all divorce actions and that is the importance of having a general knowledge of the applicable law. Decisions may have to be made in a short time… Continue reading →
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The California divorce process in 4 steps
Initial Filings – The Petition and Summons In order to start the divorce process in California, one spouse files for divorce by filling out two very basic court forms: the “Petition” and the “Summons.” This initial paperwork is filed with the court, and then served upon the other spouse. After being served, the other spouse… Continue reading →
Divorce…child custody & visitation
Pause for a moment and take a deep breath. As you exhale, forget about how much you despise your ex. Forget about the petty things you could do to get back at him or her. Forget about alimony, child support, and the new person you have seen them with. Instead, think of the children you had with… Continue reading →
Common Property & Divorce
Many family legal issues can come up during a divorce process. For example, if Kobe Bryant’s California divorce proceedings were to resume, it could cost the basketball player an estimated $1.36 million a month. There might be many other family law issues presented by the potential high-asset divorce if it were to proceed as well,… Continue reading →
Visitiation Orders
When a family goes through a divorce, children tend to suffer the most. Divorce is a big change, and it is sometimes difficult for a child to understand why these changes are happening and what led to their parents’ split. These questions are sometimes far beyond what a child can comprehend, making these troubled times… Continue reading →
Unhappy marriage
A wedding is supposed to be a happy occasion. The couple has high hopes for a prosperous and loving future together. Unfortunately, this does not always happen – marital bliss can turn into misery and despair. A divorce may be contested or uncontested. When it is uncontested, the process moves along quickly. It means that… Continue reading →
What happens when custodial parent leaves the state?
When a custodial parent moves across town, visitation rights can still be maintained. However, what happens when that parent decides to move to another state? This often becomes a delicate issue when faced by divorced couples who have a custody order regarding their child. Courts today believe that this kind of move can be detrimental… Continue reading →
Are you contemplating divorce?
You thought and thought about your decision to divorce your spouse for a very long time. You finally decided that divorce is your best option. Now, you must decide the best way to tell your spouse you want to end your marriage. If your marriage has deteriorated to this point, chances are your spouse probably… Continue reading →
Making divorce easier for the children
Divorce is never easy on a couple, regardless of who initiated it and for what reasons. It is especially difficult on children, particularly younger ones that do not understand what is happening between their parents. Although you can never take away the pain and confusion surrounding your children during the divorce process, there are ways… Continue reading →
Protecting assets after marriage
Even if you do not have a prenuptial agreement, there are ways to protect your marital assets during the divorce process. Everyone has heard of prenuptial agreements. Have you ever heard of a postnuptial agreement? This agreement allows couples to make a contract after the marriage. It is typically written when a couple experiences a… Continue reading →
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