The Coronavirus pandemic has upended all of our lives and made choices that were once simple, complicated. With the closing of the public school system in California, parents are facing the challenges of educating and caring for their children at home. While this shift of responsibilities has affected all parents, it makes shared custody arrangements […]
Domestic violence (DV) and intimate partner violence (IPV) are deeply ingrained issues in our society that affect millions of people every year. On average, there are 20,000+ calls to domestic abuse helplines nationwide on a daily basis*. Adults aren’t the only victims of these assaults. 1 in 15 children is exposed to intimate partner violence […]
Relationships are complicated, which explains why so many people are afraid of marriage. It’s a big decision and it can be difficult if one party decides they want out of the marriage. If you did enter into a marriage, and you or your partner have realized you want out, you have options. There’s divorce, annulment, […]
Going through a divorce is devastating, and the headache of trying to understand the intricacies of divorce law and how it applies to your specific circumstances can be a nightmare. If you find yourself wondering, “How is property divided in a divorce?” then you are not alone. The first piece of advice for people facing […]
The law surrounding a domestic partnership varies from state to state. Understanding the terms surrounding it in your state requires some specific research on your part. Our partners at Lonich Patton Ehrlich Policastri have put together a brief guide explaining what’s a domestic partnership, and the laws about it in California. What’s A Domestic Partnership? […]
Child custody is an important part of any divorce when children are involved. Circumstances vary and depend greatly on many determining factors such as a history of abuse or addiction, means to provide, and whatever is in the best interest of the child(ren). Once a judge has made a ruling on the custody agreement between […]
When you share joint custody with your ex, the idea of a big life change such as moving can be scary. The results can be uncertain and what will happen is at the discretion of a judge. If you are the parent of a child and want to move away or if your ex wants […]
Nobody should have to live in constant fear of another person. Yet physical or emotional abuse is not uncommon, and many people are often left unsure of how to protect themselves. Fortunately, there are legal processes that can protect you from having to deal with harassment, abuse, or being stalked. If you are fearful for […]
Millions of Americans are the victims of domestic abuse yearly. It’s likely that you have either faced it yourself or have a loved one who has. But what about your loved ones who are currently experiencing violence? How do you help them? If you’re noticing signs of domestic violence, or if your loved one has […]
As we all know, divorce/separation is a highly emotional event – especially when children are mixed into the fray. Combine that with the shelter in place (SIP) order we have in Santa Clara County and things start to become extremely stressful and volatile. If you’re unsure how to win a parental relocation custody case, especially […]