When one party of a California couple either chooses or is unable to have a biological child, they may find themselves despairing that they will be unable to create the family of which they always dreamed. Yet, there are other ways that an individual or…
Although Californians enter marriages with the best intentions and the hope that it will last forever, there are numerous reasons why these relationships may come to an end. Some couples struggle to overcome financial difficulties, while infidelity may ruin the trust amongst others. For other…
Throughout California, there is a significant number of children in need of a caring, loving, and stable home. Far too often, for whatever reason, these children are unable to receive such a home from their parents. Although some of these children are adopted by relatives,…
Going through a child custody battle may be one of the most stressful experiences of your life. You may feel like everything is on the line. In your heart, you feel like you deserve as much custody or visitation as possible. But how you conduct…
As we have discussed previously on this blog, deciding to get married is much more than an emotional decision, as it can also have significant financial ramifications. In essence, those who choose to get married are choosing to split all property and put themselves in…
Family dynamics can change over time, and no two families are exactly alike. Therefore, when family law issues arise, whether, through a divorce or ending a non-marital relationship, the parties to the case need an individualized approach. When the court makes determinations on important family…
A few weeks ago we discussed the legal importance of paternity. Whether you think you are the father of a child and want to secure your father's rights or a mother looking to collect child support, this issue can be crucial to you and your…
A postnuptial agreement, also known as a postnup, is a marital contract that outlines the division of assets in the event of divorce. But if you did not sign a prenuptial (prenup) agreement before marriage, why would you consider signing something similar after marriage? There…
Being served with a divorce petition can have any number of effects on an individual. For some, the act is expected and perhaps even welcomed. Others, though, may find themselves shocked that their spouse has filed for divorce. Regardless of how an individual feels, he…
Although divorce can arise out of any number of circumstances, there are a few common themes. One of the most common reasons for divorce, for example, is infidelity. Although many think of this as meaning a physical relationship, infidelity can involve emotional relationships, too. Individuals…
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