Separation and divorce are difficult, emotionally wrenching situations. When your children are involved, it can become even more stressful. You want the best for your children, and you also want to be as involved in their lives as possible. The following tips can help with navigating child custody issues with your co-parent. 1. Educate yourself […]
The loss of a custodial parent or guardian can have devastating effects on a child. During thisemotional and tumultuous time, loved ones and close family friends want to support the childand provide as much stability as possible. But who ultimately gets custody after the loss of aguardian? If there is a surviving parent, California family […]
When a couple is getting a divorce, important decisions can become complicated, especially if there are children involved. Child custody requires extensive planning and forethought. In a typical child custody case, the courts look into a variety of things regarding both parents in order to make a decision that is focused on what is best […]
Most people have heard of a prenuptial agreement, which is a legal agreement signed by a couple before marriage that establishes rules for the division of the couple’s assets and debts in cases of divorce. Postnuptial agreements provide the same financial protection but are negotiated and signed after a couple is already married. Although it […]
An affair is a life-altering event. The repercussions of infidelity affect far more people than just the spouse who was cheated on. Often, the party who suffers the most is the most innocent – the children. In addition to their family structure being shaken up, they will now have to split time between both parents. […]
Getting married is an exciting moment in your life. As with many pivotal life events, marriage can come with an increase in responsibility. Marriages are deeply emotional and can involve sharing almost everything. Prenuptial agreements are a great way to ensure that you and your partner are on the same page before you get married. […]
When a couple decides to separate, nothing is more important than coming together to determine what is in the best interests of their children. It is a difficult situation, as there may be anger and hurt on both sides. Still, a trained mediator can help ensure the best possible outcome for everyone involved, especially the […]
Divorce is often a contentious matter. Emotions can get in the way and cloud one’s judgment. Tensions run even higher for couples with a high net worth. There’s more at stake when it comes to property division, child support, and spousal support. High net worth divorce differs from standard divorce in many ways. Our divorce […]
The issue of paternity is complex and the laws surrounding it vary state by state. If you are a father or couple who are seeking to determine your parentage in California, you may be wondering what your next step should be. What is a paternity test? How do you get tested? In California, there are […]
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 […]