Navigating divorce involves a fork in the road: do you settle your differences out of court or proceed to a judge-decided trial? In California, you have the option to do either. However, understanding the differences between these paths is critical to controlling your...
Southern California professionals like lawyers, doctors, financial advisors, insurance agents and others who provide white-collar services may wind up facing a divorce. California’s divorce laws are the same for professionals operating their own practices and others...
You’re going to experience a wide range of emotions when you go through divorce. To cope, you might turn to social media platforms to vent your frustrations and find support from family members and friends. That might give you an immediate sense of relief, but using...
California divorces can be complicated with a seemingly endless list of issues that need to be navigated. Property division frequently comes to the forefront with both parties wanting to retain as much as possible. In some cases, it is a simple and relatively amicable...
Getting a divorce in California doesn't have to be all or nothing. You don't have to choose between mediation and litigation. Many couples use a mix of both. It's not a special type of divorce, but rather a common strategy for solving problems more calmly. For...
Given the best interest of the child standard that’s applicable in a child custody case, you may find yourself on the receiving end of personal attacks in your divorce or family law matter. While some of these allegations may try to hit your character, others will...
After a divorce, especially one with children, relocation issues often arise. And, one of the common questions is whether you can relocate with your children after a divorce. The short answer is maybe. California courts look closely at the child’s best interests and...
Many people assume that if a marriage has lasted decades, it won’t end. It might be shocking to them to know that gray divorce, which is divorce among people who are 50 years old or older, is on the rise. While ending a decades-long marriage may bring freedom and a...
Given the contentiousness of your pending divorce, it may feel like you’re bound to face a knockdown, drag out fight that’ll last a long time and bring all sorts of stress. But the truth is that most divorce cases wind up resolving through settlement negotiations....
If you are going through a divorce with a child, creating a custody schedule is one of the decisions to make. You and your co-parent need to determine how your child will move between the two homes. It’s essential to select a schedule that suits your specific needs....