family law
10
Jan
Navigating a divorce in California requires a clear understanding of California alimony guidelines. This article breaks down how spousal support is determined, the types of support, key factors that influence decisions, and what you need to know about modification, termination, and taxes. Key Takeaways Types of Spousal Support in California In California, spousal support is […]
10
Jan
Learning how to end a domestic partnership involves navigating legal steps and requirements. This guide will break down everything you need to know, from legal criteria and filing to addressing child custody and spousal support. By understanding each step, you can ensure a smoother and legal dissolution process. Key Takeaways Understanding Domestic Partnerships Domestic partnerships […]
04
Nov
Preparing for divorce from a narcissist requires meticulous planning and emotional readiness. It’s akin to preparing for a marathon; you need to secure your finances, be ready for a long legal battle, and understand the emotional toll it may take. Such preparation is key to counteracting the narcissist’s attempts to control the divorce process and protecting your interests.
17
Aug
California guideline child support is calculated through the use of the Dissomaster software. In Los Angeles and Orange Counties, the court uses the Santa Clara as county. The factors that are important to this calculation includes the parents’ timeshare with the child, each parent’s gross monthly earning, each parent’s tax filing status, healthcare insurance premium […]
09
Jul
Sometime it is not enough for former spouses to enter into a divorce decree to determine their support obligation and divide their assets and debts, one must be able to collect on the money orders/judgments. It is not unusual that people evade their legal responsibility to pay support or pay out the former spouse. Below […]
27
Mar
A Case For Divorce Mediation
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So you’re getting a divorce. As you are planning your exit strategy, the first thing your friends and family will tell you to do is to get a lawyer. Of course, they tell you that because they care for you and want to protect you, but is that necessarily the best course of action? If […]
11
Jan
Obtaining a Domestic Violence Restraining Order You do not need to show that you suffered physical violence in order to obtain a Domestic Violence Restraining Order. One must show “abuse” which has many meanings in family law court. In California, Family Law Codes sections 6320 and 6203 set out the requirements for a domestic violence […]
12
Aug
Benjamin Franklin once said, “[i]n this world nothing can be said to be certain, except for death and taxes.” What if death happens in the midst of a divorce or after judgment has been entered in a divorce case? California law provides that if a party dies while a divorce case is pending, then the […]
04
Jun
Do you need a prenuptial agreement?
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With various publications about a prenuptial agreement and what it can do to protect spouses in a divorce such as this article, http://usatoday30.usatoday.com/money/perfi/basics/2010-03-08-prenups08_CV_N.htm, many people believe that a prenuptial or premarital agreement is the answer to their financial worries. However, there is a general misconception about the purpose and legal force of a prenuptial agreement in […]