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Posted on Jan 6, 2020
Are you interested in seeking custody of a child who is not yours? Perhaps this child is a grandson or granddaughter and for some reason, their parents cannot care for them or perhaps Child Protective ...
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Posted on Dec 23, 2019
Many newly-divorced parents don’t realize it but child support is open-ended. Meaning, it is subject to being changed in the future; it’s not necessarily a fixed amount. In life and ...
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Posted on Dec 9, 2019
Legal separation is not available in all states, but it IS an option in California. What is a legal separation and how is it different than divorce? A legal separation is a lot like a divorce. It ...
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Posted on Nov 20, 2019
Now that we’re in the middle of the holiday season, we thought it would be timely to discuss holiday debt and whether it can be included in Chapter 7 bankruptcy. If you’re like a lot of ...
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Posted on Nov 6, 2019
It’s that time of year again. It’s time for eggnog, turkey, ham, traditional holiday dinners, work Christmas parties, pumpkin pie, Hanukkah, and Christmas celebrations. For many people, ...
Continue reading "Tips for Child Custody During the Holidays" »
Posted on Oct 21, 2019
When a married couple decides to divorce, it can be very difficult to continue living together under the same roof. This is especially the case if the couple argues non-stop or if someone cheated or ...
Continue reading "Why Not Leave the Kids with My Spouse?" »
Posted on Oct 7, 2019
When someone marries a man or woman who has a child from a previous relationship, he or she will become the child’s stepparent, but that is not the same as legally adopting a child. For example, ...
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Posted on Sep 24, 2019
If you are divorced, you may want to know if it’s okay for you to move away with your children. If you move, will you get in trouble with the court? Will your former spouse get upset and seek ...
Continue reading "Move-Away Actions in Fresno, California" »
Posted on Sep 10, 2019
Each year, countless marriages unravel because of adultery. So, if your marriage has been affected because someone cheated, you have plenty of company. You may also want to know if cheating has any ...
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Posted on Aug 20, 2019
For some of our clients, child custody is a non-issue. Our client gets along reasonably well with their soon-to-be-ex-spouse, and the couple agrees on what child custody arrangement would be in the ...
Continue reading "Parents: Beware of Moving Out of the Family Home" »
Posted on Aug 6, 2019
For some parents, one of the most difficult aspects of the divorce process is child custody. Considering all the emotions involved, it’s understandable why parents may ask, “At what age ...
Continue reading "At What Age Can a Child Choose Custody in California?" »
Posted on Jul 23, 2019
Are you considering filing a Chapter 7 bankruptcy? If so, it’s important for you to know that not all debtors qualify for a Chapter 7. Why is this? Because Chapter 7 bankruptcy is reserved for ...
Continue reading "The Bankruptcy Means Test" »
Posted on Jul 9, 2019
Contrary to popular belief, domestic violence is not something that only plagues people who are poor and uneducated. In reality, it affects families from all races, religions, and socioeconomic ...
Continue reading "Domestic Violence Restraining Orders & Divorce in San Jose" »
Posted on Jun 24, 2019
It’s no secret that countless marriages fall apart because of financial problems. Because of this, it’s not uncommon for a divorcing couple to be faced with the question, “Do we file ...
Continue reading "Which Comes First, Bankruptcy or Divorce?" »
Posted on Jun 10, 2019
These days, most adults between the ages of 18 and 50 have at least one social media account. A large percentage of our clients have a Facebook account, a LinkedIn account, and an Instagram account, ...
Continue reading "Social Media & Divorce: How to Conduct Yourself Properly" »
Posted on May 22, 2019
If you have fallen behind on child support, there is a strong possibility that other areas of your finances are hurting as well. Perhaps you lost your job, or your hours were cut. Perhaps you had to ...
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Posted on May 8, 2019
It’s no secret that infidelity is a common cause of divorce. If your marriage has been impacted by adultery, you may be wondering if it influences spousal support in California divorces. This is ...
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Posted on Apr 25, 2019
A prenuptial agreement, or a “prenup,” is a legal document that outlines how a married couple will divide their assets should they decide to divorce. In the last 50 years, there has been ...
Continue reading "Millennials & Prenups" »
Posted on Apr 9, 2019
Filing for divorce can be an incredibly challenging legal experience. Of course, this legal journey can become even more complicated if you’re in the process of becoming a U.S. citizen. In most ...
Continue reading "Divorce & Deportation" »
Posted on Mar 29, 2019
In California, “joint legal custody” means that both parents have a say in any decisions relating to their child’s health, education, and general welfare. However, many parents ...
Continue reading "Balancing Joint Custody & Medical Decisions" »
Posted on Mar 14, 2019
The court reviews several factors before allowing a divorce to proceed. Before spouses can part ways, the judge has a legal obligation to make sure their children will be properly cared for. The ...
Continue reading "Assembly Bill 1498: CA's New Child Support Evader Law" »
Posted on Feb 28, 2019
To many Californians, pets are more than just a cute face to come home to at night. The animals in our lives are important family members who serve as our constant and loving companions. In fact, we ...
Continue reading "AB 2274: Pets Are Family Members, Not Property" »
Posted on Feb 15, 2019
A Qualified Domestic Relations Order, or QRDO, is a court order that specifies how retirement funds are to be distributed during the divorce process. Many people forget that retirement funds are part ...
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Posted on Jan 20, 2019
According to the American Psychological Association, emotional and physical infidelity are responsible for 20-40% of all divorces in the United States. Because California is a no-fault state, ...
Continue reading "Including an Infidelity Clause in Your Prenuptial Agreement" »
Posted on Jan 10, 2019
Domestic violence is a national epidemic that harms countless men and women across the United States each year. According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV), “1 in 4 ...
Continue reading "Understanding the Legal Definition of Domestic Violence in California" »