Arnold Law Group's Blog
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 ...
Continue reading "Can Child Support Be Included in Bankruptcy?" »
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 ...
Continue reading "How Does Adultery Impact Spousal Support in California?" »
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 ...
Continue reading "What Is a Qualified Domestic Relations Order?" »
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" »
Posted on Dec 27, 2018
Celebrating New Year’s Eve can be a bittersweet experience for many divorcing couples. While your family and friends are planning parties and thinking about their New Year’s resolutions, ...
Continue reading "Positive New Year's Resolutions to Get You Through Your Divorce" »
Posted on Dec 10, 2018
One of the most difficult aspects of divorce is learning how to share custody with your ex. No one wants to be the “mean parent,” but what else can you do if your ex is acting ...
Continue reading "Balancing the "No Parent" & the "Fun Parent" After Your Divorce" »
Posted on Nov 20, 2018
Holidays can be incredibly difficult for the recently divorced, and Thanksgiving is no exception. In the past, you may have enjoyed cooking and eating a delicious turkey dinner with your spouse and ...
Continue reading "Co-Parenting on Thanksgiving" »
Posted on Nov 8, 2018
The court may award alimony, or spousal support, to a lower-earning spouse to help them readjust to single life. These payments can be temporary or permanent depending on a couple’s financial ...
Continue reading "Requesting a Spousal Support Modification" »
Posted on Oct 29, 2018
Acts of domestic abuse are typically driven by feelings of insecurity and fear. Abusers often use physical and psychological tactics to dominate and manipulate their partners. This behavior stems from ...
Continue reading "Identifying Domestic Abuse" »
Posted on Oct 17, 2018
American popular culture has reframed weddings into being the ultimate celebrations of love and romance. However, you and your spouse have many important decisions to make before you walk down the ...
Continue reading "Breaking the Ice: Talking to Your Fiancé about Drafting a Prenup" »
Posted on Sep 28, 2018
On December 22, 2017, President Trump signed the controversial Tax Cuts & Jobs Act into law. This aggressive and sweeping tax legislation is eliminating personal exemptions, making significant ...
Continue reading "Spouses Request Accelerated Divorces in Light of the TCJA Deadline" »
Posted on Sep 12, 2018
When couples get divorced, they often discover happiness in building separate lives and starting new families. This can leave the child of a previous marriage feeling adrift and ultimately questioning ...
Continue reading "What You Need to Know About Stepchild Adoption" »
Posted on Aug 29, 2018
Divorce is an incredibly complicated legal process even for couples who amicably agree that it suits their best interests. In fact, many spouses underestimate how many decisions and complex ...
Continue reading "Do I Need a Lawyer for My Divorce?" »