“Not right now. This is not about you. It’s about daddy and me.” While a divorce is a matter between you and your partner, it is easy to forget about your children’s feelings. This does not mean you should stay together because your kids want you to, but you need to...
Focusing On Family Law – And You
Year: 2020
Suddenly divorcing? Make sure it’s right for you before you file
The fact that your spouse wants a divorce is something you didn’t expect. You knew that you’d had a few arguments lately, but there were some deeper issues you didn’t realize they were concerned over. Today, you’re looking at your divorce paperwork and are at a loss....
When can you get an annulment instead of a divorce in California?
It is possible to get an annulment in California, but you must meet strict requirements to qualify for this process. Some people believe that an annulment is a fast and easy way to end an unwanted marriage. However, if you are found eligible for this process, it can...
California support: Get the alimony you deserve
Spousal support can be very important. It is a way to help a lesser-earning spouse support themselves. It may help them as they go back to school or focus on improving their career. It could help them live in the same area instead of having to move because of high...
Custody issues perhaps most common in urban areas
When you think about divorce rates, marriage rates and child custody situations in the United States, it’s important not to assume that the same numbers apply to everyone evenly. There is, as it turns out, a big difference in how things play out, depending on where...
Parenting plan tips: Things you don’t want to overlook
When you and your soon-to-be-ex spouse sit down to discuss the parenting plan for your children, you’re probably prepared with a list of issues that need to be discussed, including summer vacations, holidays and birthdays. However, it’s the little things that you may...
Why legal separation may make more sense than a ‘gray’ divorce
Divorce rates are down -- except among seniors. Divorce rates in America for couples who are over 50 years old have risen dramatically in the last few decades. However, a gray divorce isn’t your only option if you’re unhappily wed and older. A legal separation might...
When do the California courts consider sole custody in a divorce?
For divorcing couples who share children, the custody arrangements for those kids will often be the most hotly contested issue. Both parents will want to protect their relationship with the children, which could potentially lead to a custody battle. However, for most...
Emergency custody orders in California: What you need to know
Your parenting plan has been virtually set in stone for a while now -- but you’re genuinely concerned about your child’s safety while they’re with their other parent for some reason. What can you do? Normally, any kind of modification to an existing custody order and...
You can seek custody, but be cautious about your claims
Having custody of your children is your only goal as you go through divorce. You’ve fought to show that your spouse is less deserving of their time and to show how much you play a role in their lives. While you are trying to seek primary custody, it’s important to be...
