While many parents are able to reach custody agreements outside of court, other cases can be more complex and may require a child custody evaluation to be completed. These reports can be crucial in deciding certain custody matters in California. Also…
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If you are considering divorce, you may have heard of the term “mediation.” However, not many people know exactly what the process entails, and there are many misconceptions about it. Because of the numerous myths about divorce mediation, spouses…
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There are two ways to resolve your divorce in California — your case can be either “contested” or “uncontested.” The type of divorce you choose will make all the difference in how your case proceeds through the legal system. However, there…
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When a marriage ends, assets and property that were accumulated during the marriage must be divided in divorce. As part of the divorce proceedings, each party is allowed to conduct discovery into existing finances to ensure transparency and fairness.…
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There are a lot of terms used when it comes to divorce, and it can be overwhelming to grasp what they all mean. Significantly, you may be wondering what the difference is between fault vs. no-fault divorce — and having an understanding of these ter…
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Divorce matters can often be settled through negotiation, mediation, or by using other collaborative processes. When agreements cannot be reached, however, the issues may need to be litigated in court. In highly contentious cases, going to trial (som…
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Under the California Family Code, in addition to physical violence or threats of physical violence, abuse can include stalking, harassment, sexual assault, disturbing the peace, and vandalism. It can also include acts such as using business or phone…
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Spousal support is often one of the most contentious issues addressed in a divorce. It often occurs that one party needs it, and the other party does not want to pay it. What is Spousal Support? Spousal support, sometimes referred to as “alimony,…
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Child custody agreements aren’t always set in stone. California law recognizes that circumstances can change and there may be a need to modify a custody order from time to time. Importantly, neither parent can make changes to an existing custody ag…
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Divorce is a life-changing decision that is never easy. While the process of ending a marriage involves many legal, financial, and emotional challenges, there are many mistakes that affect the outcome of your case — and you should know how to avoid…
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