Legal Guardianship of a Minor in California
One of the most important jobs of the California Superior Court is to ensure the well-being of the children in our state. When parents are absent, incapacitated, or unwilling to […]
Category: Family Law
7 Tips For Effective Co-Parenting
INTRODUCTION: Child custody cases are much different than most other legal matters in that they are typically emotionally driven and can be traumatic for children. Parents have a choice to […]
The Importance of Disclosures in Legal Separation Proceedings
To disclose or to withhold? Full and accurate disclosures of a couple’s assets, liabilities, and financial circumstances are a vital and mandatory aspect of a dissolution or legal separation matter. […]
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 […]
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 […]