In many California divorces, one of the main concerns is property division. That could include a marital home, bank accounts, investments, automobiles, items of sentimental value and more. In addition to property, they also need to consider how debts and liabilities...
Like other states, California has Child Support Guidelines that family law courts are supposed to follow. One reason for these Guidelines is to be sure that parents facing the same circumstances also pay the same amounts of child support for their children. Generally...
Divorce can be hard for everyone. It is especially challenging for children. In California, once a custody determination has been made, that does not mean the situation is settled. Parenting time—also referred to as visitation—could also be a topic for dispute. Even...
Domestic violence is intolerable, and you should not put up with it. It is not safe or healthy, and you deserve better. Unfortunately, abusers will often do anything they can to continue abusing even after their partners have left. Indeed, research shows that over 90%...
California divorces will have many issues to iron out. One of the most complicated can be property division. This may be perceived as boiling down to a marital home, automobiles, bank accounts and what the couple owned together. However, married couples generally...
One of the most frequently used terms in a California child custody dispute is “the best interests of the child.” The objective is always to make sure the child is in a good situation, has everything they need and maintains a relationship with both parents, provided...
There’s nothing pleasant about going through a divorce; it can be a trying time for everyone involved. If you’re lucky, your divorce will be amicable and you’ll be able to work through the various issues with your spouse. But many divorces are contested and, when they...
Before same-sex marriage was legalized in the United States, the fight for marriage equality was long and complicated in California. Today, California law officially treats opposite-sex and same-sex marriages and divorces the same. However, in practical terms, there...
Property division in a divorce can be complex, and you might be handling it while still processing the emotions involved with your divorce, making things more complicated. The financial ramifications of a divorce can be major, significantly affecting your overall...
Long-term spousal support is a monthly payment one spouse makes to the other following a divorce, often lasting many years. When we think of spousal support, this is what many people initially picture. You may be surprised to hear that there is no guarantee that...