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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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 →
What is the difference between legal and physical custody?
It is preferred by the court that the couple works out custody and visitation rights on their own. If an agreement cannot be reached, however, the court will step in and work on the principle of what they believe to be the best interests of the child in question. The number one custody option is… Continue reading →
Divorce and child support
Every parent wants the assurance that his or her child will get everything he or she needs. This is especially true when divorce breaks up a family. That assurance requires financial support. When a couple divorces and there are children involved, the family court considers the following factors when determining child support: The income of… Continue reading →
Post Marital Agreements
Post-marital agreements are very similar to prenuptial agreements regarding their scope and purpose. Both agreements relate to division of property, spousal support and inheritance rights. In some cases, they are used to convert community property to separate property or the other way around. After a couple has been married for some time, they can enter… Continue reading →
Child support modification
After a court order is entered, it is frequently necessary to go back to court to have the order changed or modified. After all, the judicial determination of child support is not set in stone. Over time, things change. Most of the time it is because a parent needs more income for the children or… Continue reading →
Military divorce laws
A California military divorce is slightly different than a typical civilian divorce. There are specific California and Federal laws that apply in order to protect active duty military members. These laws basically protect an active military member from being divorced without knowing it. According to the Soldiers and Sailors Civil Relief Act, 50 UCS, Section… Continue reading →
Temporary child visitation
Resolving child custody and visitation issues during a divorce can be very challenging. However, no matter how much stress is involved, you and your spouse need to put your differences aside and act in the best interest of your child. After the initial divorce papers are filed, the family court will hold a hearing to… Continue reading →
Can’t follow the parenting plan?
California law requires a couple with children who are divorcing to come up with a parenting plan that works for all concerned. If they cannot, the court will make sure they attend mediation for help. If this does not work, the judge will determine the parenting plan for them. It is always better when the… Continue reading →
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