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Divorce is not fun. It can also be very costly due to the protracted nature of proceedings. Sometimes, this is just the reality of a highly contested separation and a complex financial scenario. Other times, divorce can be costly because of one party unreasonably...
In recent months, pop star Britney Spears’ legal battles have become the center of public scrutiny. What is known as the “Free Britney” movement has taken social media by storm and many people have now become familiar with (at least the idea of) a legal...
Butler Law, PC Partner Elyse B. Butler, CFLS made history and created legal precedent by winning the appeal in In re Marriage of L.R. and K.A. In July, the Fourth District Court of Appeal ruled in favor of the appellant and against a history in the state of granting...
It is no secret that Hollywood A-listers Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are divorced. And in true Hollywood style, the pair’s court proceedings have made headlines throughout the process. We’ve heard of several newsworthy items, including allegations of domestic abuse...
Domestic violence is a serious allegation and a serious issue that is a common problem in the United States. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 32.9 percent of women living in California have at some point in their lives been the...
The law if California provides an avenue for non-parents of children to obtain rights to visitation with the children in limited circumstances. This means that even if you are not a parent of a minor child, you may be able to petition the Court for visitation of the...
California family law involving the visitation, legal, or physical custody of children considers the best interest of the child as a vital consideration. California’s “Best Interest of the Child” standard is compiled from California Family Code Sections 3011, 3020,...
Going through a divorce is often stressful and complicated. Adding children to that scenario adds another level of issues and considerations that must be taken into account in order to get your family successfully into this new phase of your life. Using these tips,...
Divorce can be a scary thing. I heard the other day divorce referred to as the great equalizer. Everyone is affected by their divorce no matter their financial status, work status, home life or experience. At least at some point throughout the process everyone goes...
This week we surpassed a milestone many did not see coming this time last year. This week a year ago California was placed under a stay-at-home order to help slow the spread of COVID-19. Just days before the shut down, I was still traveling for mediations and Court...