Divorce is an emotional and stressful procedure to go through. But, when children are involved, matters are often made more complicated because the best interests of the children must be considered above all. Even though it is difficult, parents must set aside any tensions or hostility they feel towards each other. They must work together… Continue reading →
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Creating a prenuptial agreement
You know you do not need to be a Hollywood celebrity or millionaire investment banker to benefit from a prenuptial agreement? Today, prenuptial agreements are being written by people who are entering a second marriage and have children from their previous relationship. It is important to understand your rights and obligations from the beginning –… Continue reading →
Do you have contempt issues?
What happens when your ex-spouse violates the terms of your divorce settlement? The decision to divorce, in most cases, is a difficult one. Reaching an agreeable arrangement for child and/or spousal support, child custody, visitation, property and debt division, and all the other family issues involved in the dissolution of a marriage is time-consuming, stressful… Continue reading →
Establishing legal custody rights
The subject of paternity arises in numerous ways. What happens when a couple has a child out of wedlock and then breaks up? The breakup leaves unresolved issues, such as custody, visitation and child support. What about a man who has been ordered to pay child support based on a court order, but has never… Continue reading →
Parenting plan and dispute resolution options
In all divorces where children are involved, a parenting plan must be created, which works for all concerned. What happens if a dispute comes up? How can it be resolved amicably? The most common dispute resolution involves taking your former spouse back to court. What about legal fees? They can really mount up on post-decree… Continue reading →
Are you getting a divorce?
There is so much more involved in a divorce than just ending your marriage. Many divorces bring complex issues that will change the rest of your life. There are so many questions that need to be answered. A divorce needs careful preparation, even when it’s uncontested. Even the simplest divorce requires a court filing. Don’t… Continue reading →
Are you having problems seeing your children?
Under California law, parents have the right to visitation with their children – unless a formal court order prohibits them from doing so. Is your former spouse preventing you from seeing your children? Has false allegations been made against you with the intent of preventing you from visiting your children? Does your former spouse refuse… Continue reading →
Domestic partners
Are you and your domestic partner calling it quits? If you and your partner are registered as domestic partners in the State of California, you have certain rights and responsibilities. The end of your relationship will be dissolved in court – the same way as a typical marital divorce action is resolved. All issues normally… Continue reading →
Is mediation for you?
Once upon a time going through the divorce process meant sitting and arguing in a courtroom. Today, there are new possibilities for couples that include mediation and alternative dispute resolution. Most couples face a hostile divorce, especially when children are involved. Custody issues can lead to lengthy conflicts that disrupt the family member’s lives. Mediation… Continue reading →
Divorce – What are my options?
In California, either spouse can seek dissolution of the marriage. Regardless of who starts the proceedings, both spouses have an equal right to the marital property and custody of any minor children. Your first step is determining how you want to proceed. You have several options, including: · Litigation – In most cases, each spouse… Continue reading →