Vista Family Law Blog
When does California law require child support?
California and national law mandate that both parents, regardless of financial circumstances, contribute money to support their children. While a court might not always intervene to mandate child support, the law is clear that all parents maintain the responsibility...
How can you tell your children you’re getting a divorce?
Many married couples in California end up deciding to divorce. When there are children involved, it’s particularly difficult. However, it’s important to talk to them about your plans. Although it might be challenging and emotional, it’s important to include them and...
Child custody: Which state has jurisdiction?
If you live in California but your spouse lives in a different state, you need to know which state has jurisdiction over child custody issues. The US has a Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act to help solve these disputes with ease. This legislation...
Who gets the home in a divorce?
Divorce brings with it many financial decisions. Although California spouses might focus on irreconcilable differences or abuse when filing, attention eventually centers on asset division and financial settlements. Many questions may deal with what to do with a family...
Addiction and child custody after divorce
In divorce cases that involve children, California courts must decide what is in the best interests of the youngsters. If you struggle with addiction or you've recently regained sobriety, there is a good chance that you may have a challenging time with receiving...
Justifying a modification to a child support order
Once California parents reach an agreement on a child support amount or have the courts set the amount, an official order is issued. However, it can be changed or modified if there are certain changes in the factors the court considers. The importance of a child...
How California courts determine child custody
The determination of child custody is typically the most emotionally charged part of a divorce. If you have an impending divorce, and you have minor children, you are probably wondering if courts in California use a certain formula or process for determining which of...
How kids are most affected by divorce
Going through a divorce is never easy, and it is especially difficult for parents who have children in the home. If you are going through the process of a divorce in the State of California, understanding how children are most affected by divorce can help you to...
What is evaluated when child custody is under review?
Child custody matters can be important to California parents when they go through the divorce or separation processes. In some cases, parents who have already ended their relationships with their exes may revisit their child custody matters through modifications and...
Protecting your business from divorce
California divorces are very tricky for business owners. It is a community property state, meaning that marital property is presumed to be divided in half. This can be true even when you owned the business before the marriage. Therefore, protecting your business from...