Choosing Between Legal Separation and Divorce
Are you new to California, but are considering divorce? Do your religious principles prohibit divorce, but you cannot live with your spouse due to acrimony or abuse? Legal separation is […]
Category: Family Law
California Domestic Violence Prevention Act
Insults. Suspicion. Possessiveness. Jealousy. Isolation. Threats. Domestic violence is not always physical violence. California law can protect you if you feel vulnerable because of the actions of your spouse, partner, […]
Co-Parenting During A Pandemic
These unprecedented times can cause divorced or separated parents who share custodial time feel overwhelmed and concerned about the health and safety of their child. As part of these concerns, […]
The Significance of the Date of Separation
In proceedings for legal separation or dissolution of marriage, the date on which a married couple deems to be separated is of great significance. California uses the date of separation […]
Spousal Support
“Spousal support,” also known as “alimony,” is a term used for payments from one spouse to another after a dissolution has been filed. Spousal support can be broken down into […]
Automatic Temporary Restraining Orders (AKA “ATROS”)
California is a community property state and there is a presumption that all property (real or personal) that is acquired during a marriage is community property. That is why it […]