Tag: Divorce
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Divorce Complaint
So you’ve decided to get divorced… Now what? Like all lawsuits, starting your divorce begins with telling the court. And, in California, this is done by filing what’s known as a complaint. A divorce complaint (also known as a “petition for divorce”) is a legal document that initiates divorce proceedings; it notifies the court of…
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How Much Does Divorce Cost?
So here you are. You’ve decided to get a divorce, but now you’ve got questions—a lot of them. Like, “Where do I even start?” and, “Should I hire an attorney?” and, perhaps the most worrisome of all, “How much does divorce cost, anyway?” Unfortunately, while a lot of these queries have straight forward responses, the…
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Child Custody Overview
Child custody refers to the various rights and responsibilities associated with taking care of a child. These authorities and obligations are most commonly associated with divorce; however, they are also relevant to unmarried parents, grandparents, legal guardians, and individuals looking to adopt. In this child custody overview, we’ll define important terms, talk about parental rights,…
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Enforcing a Divorce Order
The last thing anyone wants to do after getting divorced is head back to their attorney’s office for post-divorce services—especially if those services involve enforcing a divorce order. Unfortunately, that’s exactly what a lot of people have to do. On the bright side, divorce orders are not optional, so this is one lawsuit you’re likely…
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Who Gets the House?
Your house is more than just a roof over your head… Not only does this structure act as the sacred keeper of your family’s memories, but it’s also often the most significant investment a married couple will make. Hence, if you find yourself worried, wondering: Who gets the house? in your divorce, don’t fret. You…
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Dating During Divorce
One question that clients sometimes ask us is, “What happens if my spouse is dating during divorce?” It’s a fair question. Until the ink dries on your order, you’re still technically married, and in many jurisdictions, infidelity can have a significant, detrimental impact on how divorce proceedings shape up—particularly when it comes to things like…
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Intro to Mental Health and Divorce
Those who are impacted by mental illness—whether personally, or indirectly, through a loved one—know that these unique issues don’t respect boundaries. The effects of mental illnesses (such as anxiety, depression, OCD, and addiction) stretch across every aspect of life, affecting everything from the everyday, to the atypical, including divorce. Which is why it’s so important…
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Who Gets Custody if My Spouse or I am in the Military?
Regardless of what type of divorce you choose, there’s no getting around the fact that child custody is a brutal process fraught with fears of denied rights and less time. Worries like these can be particularly strong for parents serving in the armed forces. However, whether you are the spouse at home, or the one…
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Virtual Visitation
As a parent, one of the most difficult aspects of divorce is suddenly having to share time with your child. This can be particularly excruciating if you are a non-custodial parent. Virtual Visitation can help as you no longer get to live under the same roof as your child. As a non-custodial parent, daily communication…
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Pet Custody
For a lot of people, pets aren’t just animals, they’re beloved members of the family. These loving, loyal furry friends have the power to enrich our lives in unique and irreplaceable ways, so it makes sense that when it comes to divorce, fights over who gets to keep the family dog can get pretty heated. …
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