Divorce With Respect
There is no presumption of paternity if you had a child out of wedlock in California unlike if you and the mother of your child married. Therefore, you do not have rights regarding your child, including the ability to seek custody or visitation with the child you...
If you are heading for a divorce, you are apt to feel some sense of insecurity. After all, not only must you adjust to life without your soon-to-be ex-spouse, but you must also plan for your financial future. Naturally, you may have fewer resources to spend on...
Even when they are unhappy, spouses might still be hesitant to file for divorce for many reasons. After all, divorce can be a complex and stressful process for the entire family. That is why many couples attempt a trial separation first. A trial separation can give...
Many marriages start with the intention to live with a “What’s mine is yours” mindset. In California, that is especially true due to the community property laws which dictate that any property earned or purchased during the marriage belongs equally to both parties....
Realizing that one’s marriage has irretrievably broken down can leave individuals overwhelmed with emotions, from sadness to anger. And deciding to end the marriage and seek a divorce is not any easier. All of this can become even more stressful for an individual if...
The rate of divorce between couples over 50—dubbed “gray divorce”—has been rising for over two decades now. There are several reasons for the rise in gray divorce, from longer life expectancy to simply growing apart. However, new research states that regardless of the...
Whether for a fresh start, better job or closer ties to family, many divorced individuals opt to move a few hours away or even out of California. What happens when one parent wants to relocate the children? If you share custody or have visitation, understand your...
When things are not working in the marriage anymore, or spouses face irreconcilable differences, they might start thinking about getting a divorce. However, many spouses admit that they are afraid of actually seeking a divorce. There are several reasons for this fear....
Collaborative divorce is a unique approach to divorce resolution focused on avoiding litigation and creating the best possible outcome for both parties. In this approach, couples often work with a team of experts in addition to their respective attorneys, including...
Divorce can foster both stress and uncertainty. After all, not only must you deal with the emotions that often accompany the end of a marriage, but you must also plan for your post-divorce financial future. If you plan to pursue spousal support, though, you may have...
