Child custody is one of those family law issues that is never truly resolved. Whether you are preparing for divorce, figuring out parenting time with your child's other parent, or seeking to either obtain more parenting time or restrict your child's other parent's visitation, you…
Many Americans are in troubled marriages. Whether financial hardships have damaged the underlying relationship between spouses, infidelity has collapsed any trust, or the couple has simply grown apart, many of these individuals find themselves considering divorce. Although this act was once considered a taboo step…
If you are going through a divorce or are considering initiating the process, then you've probably got a lot on your mind. You might worry about your financial future, your emotional well-being, and the effect marriage dissolution may have on your children. These are all…
It goes without saying that after your divorce, your children may feel uneasy. You and your ex-spouse will need to reassure your offspring that although you are now living apart, you are still their parents and you will always love them. You will probably have…
Marriage is, of course, about love, friendship, and companionship. But it is also about finances. When couples decide to tie the knot, they oftentimes intertwine their assets and liabilities, which can significantly complicate matters should the relationship sour. Property division and alimony disputes can leave…
Sometimes, when a person in California is ordered to pay spousal support, they dutifully do so for months or even years. However, as the adage goes, "Always expect the unexpected." For example, a sudden job loss or extended illness could make it difficult to pay…
Families in California these days come in all shapes and sizes. This is especially true if a child is born via surrogacy or sperm donation. This can lead to what is known as "tri-parenting" - situations in which a child will be deemed to legally…
Young, soon-to-be-wed couples in California naturally picture themselves as happily married for the rest of their lives. Especially if they do not have much in the way of assets, they may think prenuptial agreements are only for older, more well-to-do people entering a second marriage.…
The idea of a prenuptial agreement is not as scary for many people these days as it once was. You might see it as a practical and informative tool, more than a potentially unromantic gesture. Prenups can be beneficial for both parties in several ways…
Children in California have a right to a safe, secure and stable home. While in general parents usually exercises substantial rights with regards to the care of their child, there are times when the child's needs are not being met, and the parents are deemed…
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