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When we think of divorce, collaboration is not something that generally comes to mind. When partners decide to divorce, there are a lot of things to consider and be decided before a divorce can become finalized. These can include the division of the assets and debts,...
During divorce, property must be divided – either by the divorcing couple or by the court. The value of property is often the subject of extensive litigation both during and after judgment, as both parties work to gain the best division plan for them. A property...
In California, parents are subject to having custody or visitation with their child in any given child custody proceeding. Most parents file to gain more custody of their child and do not wish to only have visitation rights. However, custody and visitation...
We’ve all heard of the typical marriage ceremony, where both parties physically come together with witnesses in order to declare their love for one another and be bound in matrimony (until they aren’t anymore). But what about two parties who wish to get married but...
Family law, as most of us are aware, is a broad area of law that often contains contentious and messy personal problems that also leak into the law. In sum, it is not a straight-cut area to navigate or practice. That is why attorneys with the CFLS title can be a huge...
CALIFORNIA’S WAITING PERIOD FOR DIVORCE It is true that every divorce is unique and the timeline for a final judgment varies, depending on the facts of each case. However, there is one factor that all dissolution actions have in common in California, and that is the...
We’ve all heard of divorce but most of us are unfamiliar with the different kinds of divorce. And for good reason. Even though all divorces in California are considered “no-fault,” there is not much else during the divorce process that is so simple. Depending on the...
Awarding spousal support is a highly contentious issue that has many legal complexities. One of these complexities involves one spouse paying the other more than the amount owed to them. Family Code section 2626 states that the court has jurisdiction to order...
During child custody disputes, the court reviews a seemingly endless number of factors. This is because Family Code section 3020 specifically states that the legislature finds it is public policy to ensure the “health, safety, and welfare” of the child is the court’s...
With the holidays fast approaching, it is important that you make sure you can spend the important days with your loved ones, especially if you are separated from your children’s mother or father. Planning ahead is key to ensure you have a well-organized child custody...