Alimony or spousal support can be a hot topic of discussion during divorce, specifically when one spouse out-earns the other. Alimony is awarded to ensure that there are no unfair advantages in the aftermath of a divorce. Its purpose is to help both parties continue...
Once you decide that you are going to get divorced, you may just want to get through the process as fast as possible. This is how many people feel. They want to be done. They want it to be over with. To some degree, there’s a societal issue at play here. It’s not just...
Many divorce cases start with disagreements. Two people see things in very different ways, and they eventually have to address those issues. As they dig into it, they realize that an issue is important to both of them and that they are not willing to change their...
“You move out,” “No, you move out, and I’ll stay here with the kids.” “Mom, Dad, stop arguing. I’ve read about a way you can solve this. It’s called nesting. I live here, and you can both take turns to come and stay.” Your precocious 14-year-old has not made this up;...
Divorce can be a painful and confusing process. Couples must work through years of history, divide up assets and property, and figure out how to care for any children. When a couple finally reaches their resolution, a whole new world awaits them — and a whole new way...
In addition to the emotional turmoil caused by divorce, it can also be a long and costly process. As such, many divorcing couples look for alternative ways to end their marriages. Divorce mediation is one alternative that has gained popularity in recent years. For...
Many California couples who are planning on getting married might feel that having a prenuptial agreement is not necessary because they don't have a significant amount of assets. However, such an agreement is not designed solely for those who are wealthy or famous. In...
California parents who are going through a divorce may need to create a parenting plan that includes a schedule for when their children will spend time with each of them. Courts often encourage parents to work toward roughly a 50-50 schedule, and some parents may...
In a California divorce, many issues will come to the forefront, such as spousal support, child support, property division and more. People may forget about one of the key factors in a case: what led to the end of a marriage in the first place. Understanding who...
Divorce in California can be difficult. This is especially true when there are children involved. The best interests of the child should be paramount, but this can be complicated when the parents disagree about co-parenting. Child custody and visitation frequently...
Our motto is “Settlement When Reasonable, Litigation When Necessary.” Our attorneys know how stressful family law disputes can be. Our goal is to help you resolve your case in the most effective and time-efficient manner possible.
