It can be a sensitive matter, but getting a prenuptial agreement is an increasingly important tool to protect both spouses in the event of the unforeseen – a divorce! Unfortunately, prenuptial agreements have a bad connotation in many people’s minds. Some believe bringing up a prenup can reflect negatively on a marriage’s future and are… Continue reading →
Posts Tagged ‘Family Law’
Planning Ahead for Summer Vacation
Children with divorced parents are just like other children – they want a summer vacation filled with travel, friends, fun stuff and plenty of time to do nothing. When child custody and living situations are complicated, achieving this type of summer vacation can be a challenge. However, with a little bit of thoughtfulness and planning,… Continue reading →
Can My Ex Sell Our Home?
Even a divorce that starts out amicable can eventually turn into a battle – despite well-intentioned efforts to remain civil. Regardless of who was to blame or whether you just drifted apart, divorce can be a time to start a new life. Divorce brings change, both personal and financial in the lives of both parties…. Continue reading →
Divorce and Property Division
You and your spouse finally agree that divorce is the best option for the two of you. Now, you have to come to an agreement on dividing the property you have accumulated throughout the years. You wonder, “Can I stay in the house?” If you are considering asking for the house, think about whether you… Continue reading →
Costly Mistakes Can Hurt Your Divorce Settlement
About 50% of all California marriages end in divorce. Those are not very good odds for anyone. In some cases, an individual could end up with an unfair settlement, causing him or her financial challenges that are hard to fix. A settlement agreement consists of court orders and divorce decisions that each party must follow…. Continue reading →
Legal Separation
In many cases when a marriage is not working, the couple decides to get a legal separation and wait to file for divorce. Sometimes they can work out their problems and get back together. A legal separation does not terminate the marital status; however, the parties remain married in name only. When a marriage is… Continue reading →
Thinking divorce?
Are you thinking divorce is your only option? Have you tried other ways to mend your broken marriage? Ending a marriage is the most stressful time in an individual’s life. Too many people experiencing divorce find themselves involved in the emotional and psychological aspects of the situation. With divorce come a lot of challenges. Contact… Continue reading →
Child Custody Agreement
Child custody is probably the most important legal matter in a divorce. If a couple heading for divorce cannot arrive at a good custody plan for their children, the court will do it for them. The court, under the California Family Code, assures the best interests of the children when determining which parent should have… Continue reading →
Divorce & Adultery
While adultery can cause significant pain and emotional stress in a marriage, it is not a significant factor in California divorce law. California divorces are obtained on no-fault grounds – and financial and child custody decisions are based on certain factors, not spousal behavior. California divorces are based on irreconcilable differences and the incurable insanity… Continue reading →
Post-Judgment Child Support Modification
What happens when a post-divorce commitment is not kept? How does your ex-spouse enforce his or her right to collect unpaid child support? But what happens when you cannot make those payments? Perhaps you have lost your job. The unexcused failure to adhere to a court-ordered commitment regarding child support can create a serious problem…. Continue reading →
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