A putative marriage is a marriage that appears to be valid and is entered into in good faith on the part of at least one of the partners, but is legally invalid due to a technical impediment. The most common impediment to a marriage is an earlier, un-dissolved marriage. In some cases, neither of the… Continue reading →
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Child Custody Dispute No, No’s
When a parent contests the legal decision-making goals of his or her co-parent, it can potentially cause emotional damage to the children. Child custody cases are often the most emotional types of cases. They become heated when parents don’t see eye-to-eye with each other regarding the best interests of their children. Parents sometimes allow their… 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 →
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 →
What Is An Annulment?
Divorce may be the most common legal way to end a marriage, but it may not be your only option. Depending on your circumstances, you may be able to have your marriage annulled. An experienced family law attorney can answer any questions you may have and help you determined if you are able to have… 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 →
Help Your Child Cope With Divorce
For children, divorce can be as stressful and confusing as it is for you, the parent. As a parent, it is your duty to help your children cope with divorce – to make the process less painful for them. Be equipped to help your children handle the news. Before you sit down to tell your… Continue reading →
Uncontested Divorce
Do I need an attorney if my divorce is uncontested? Even an uncontested divorce has financial consequences that you may not expect, especially if you and your divorce seem to agree on all of the important issues. You and your spouse may agree that the marriage is over and how to divide your property and… Continue reading →
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