Marriage involves a shared legal interest in things like property, debt, and child custody, which is why when you file for divorce, you can’t just cross your fingers and hope your spouse gets the memo about when and where to show up. Instead, California courts will require you to notify your spouse of your actions…
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…
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…
Unfortunately, it seems as though the people we love most are usually the ones who end up hurting us the worst. In a family setting, emotional hurt generally makes up the bulk of this pain. However, in the wrong circumstances, the vulnerability of family relationships can easily be twisted, leading to things like domestic violence,…
Divorce is complicated. Splitting a life into two parts is daunting enough all on its own, but—just like everything else in life—with children involved, things gets trickier. Between custody, and visitation schedules, there’s a lot to figure out when it comes to kids, and child support certainly isn’t cheap. If you’re a parent contemplating divorce, and you’re…
Mediation can be a time and cost-saving method of resolving divorce disputes, but it can also be tricky, especially when children are involved. If you and your partner have children and are considering divorce mediation, here are ten tips for making your child custody mediation be as successful as possible. 1. Bring Your Schedules First…
California views marriage as a partnership, specifically as it relates to management and control of community assets; this partnership carries rights and obligations which are similar to those in a standard business partnership. So, what are your financial obligations to your spouse? Chief among these obligations is what is known as the “fiduciary duty”, which…
If you’re thinking about divorce, there are some things you definitely shouldn’t do. Here’s a quick run-down (but not a complete list). Divorce Advice for Men: What Not to Do During Divorce Going through a divorce is tough, and you don’t want to make it any harder on yourself. Follow this divorce advice for men…
If you’re like most people going through a divorce, you’ve heard of mediation – but what is family law mediation, and how does it work? What is Family Law Mediation? Family law (divorce) mediation is a process that involves the two parties to a divorce and a qualified, trained mediator. It’s voluntary, and the whole…
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