Any given divorce case in California while be very fact-specific in terms of how the case proceeds and, ultimately, how it is decided. No two cases are the same. However, the same legal issues are present in many divorce cases: child custody, child support, alimony...
Family Law
Top ways to defend against a motion to modify custody
With a moment’s notice, you can suddenly find yourself facing the prospect of a child custody modification. This motion, filed by your child’s other parent, can threaten your child’s stability and your time and relationship with your kid. In other words, there’s a lot...
You’ve been served with a divorce petition. Now what?
Being served with divorce papers can feel like a punch to the gut. It can leave your life feeling like it’s spinning out of control, and your financial future can hang in the balance. All of that stress can leave you feeling overwhelmed, but you can get through this...
How exposure to domestic violence impacts children
Domestic violence is more common than many people realize, with some studies showing that about 25% of women and nearly 10% of men are subjected to it. Making matter worse is that children are oftentimes present when this violence occurs, which can have an extensive...
Understanding the paternity process
One important aspect of family law in California is establishing paternity. In addition to providing an emotional benefit to the child, paternity provides other rights and responsibilities that are helpful to know. Establishing paternity In California, there are...
Obtaining a domestic violence restraining order
In California, if a person is a victim of domestic violence or abuse, there are steps they can follow to obtain a restraining order. The order may prevent the alleged abuser from contacting the victim, it may require them to stay a certain distance away from the...
What information do you need to change a child support order?
In California, a child support order is necessary so a child can have everything they need after the parents have parted ways. It includes provisions related to health care, clothing, food and a safe place to live. It also covers payment for extracurricular activities...
How is debt addressed as part of a divorce?
Knowing who will get to keep the marital home, automobiles, bank accounts, retirement accounts, items of sentimental value and more can be prime topics for disputes in any California divorce. Debt can also be a touchy subject. Just as there are laws in place dictating...
Top reasons to seek a child custody modification
A child custody dispute can quickly become heated. You and your child’s other parent may each think you know what’s best for your kid, which can cause disagreements over everything from discipline to schooling and religious upbringing. But you might breathe a sigh of...
Co-parenting during graduation season
As your child gets older there will be many milestones, such as graduation from middle school or high school. Naturally, you want to share these experiences with them and participate in their special day. If you are in a co-parenting relationship, events like...