When a couple with children divorces, it is important for the parents to successfully co-parent with each other. In order for this to happen, certain agreements must be made in addition to the custody agreement. What happens when one of the parents wants or needs to move out of California? It is the goal of… Continue reading →
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Child custody issues
Did you know that child custody is not always connected to divorce? Custody issues come up in other situations also. Examples include a couple that had a child together but never married. Now they are breaking up and facing a custody dispute. A primary caretaker, such as a stepparent or grandparent may seek custody. It… Continue reading →
Interstate custody cases
It is common for parents to move from one state to another, but when there is a threat that your rights as a parent will change forever, it is natural to feel anxiety, fear and hurt. Is your ex-spouse trying to deprive you of the right to be with your child? When a custodial parent… Continue reading →
Spousal support obligation
For those of you paying spousal support – there is an end. California courts do not favor indefinite payments – they allow you to revisit the issue in order to reduce or eliminate the payments. If you have a significant change in your circumstances, you can request a post judgment modification. If you believe you… Continue reading →
An unfair child support order
Do you think your existing child support order is unfair? Even if you and your former spouse agree that the child support order should be modified, it must be approved by a judge to be legally enforceable. A hearing must be scheduled in order to argue the pros and cons of the proposed modification. As… Continue reading →
Inheritance considered separate property or marital asset?
When a couple starts dividing their assets as the divorce process goes into effect, any inheritance one may have received during the marriage is put on the table. The question arises – Is the money considered separate property or is it a marital asset? The answer is determined by whether the money was kept in… Continue reading →
Child custody and visitation
When a couple decides to divorce, it is in their best interests to try and negotiate an agreement with each other regarding custody and visitation. Everyone benefits from a negotiated and cooperative child custody agreement, especially the child. There are several types of custody arrangements that can take place: · Joint custody – Parents can… Continue reading →
Divorce – questions to ask during process
Deciding whether to end your marriage is probably one of the most important and difficult decisions you will ever make. Even though this is an emotional matter, it is important to approach certain aspects with an analytical perspective. There are many questions that need to be answered before proceeding with divorce. The most important involve… Continue reading →
An uncontested divorce
When emotions become part of the divorce process, many people lose sight of what is really important. It is foolish to spend thousands of dollars to fight over a piece of property which could be replaced down the road for much less. It is foolish to fight over child custody when the judge issued a… Continue reading →
Discovering hidden assets
During the divorce process, both parties are supposed to account for all of their assets; however, there are times when one tries to hide some. Finding those concealed assets is not always an easy task. Many individuals receive non-monetary perks from their employer, which include: · Frequent flyer miles · Time share purchased during the… Continue reading →