Divorce With Respect
The belief that courts favor mothers in custody cases is an erroneous and commonly held belief, yet it has an origin in history. In the past, traditional gender roles cast mothers as the ones who raised and took care of the children. It was believed they were the...
While establishing paternity does create a legal obligation for the father to financially support a child, it has so many more benefits. One of these is the improved likelihood that the father will become an active part of the child's life. The Children's Bureau lists...
Social media offers millions of people like yourself the opportunity to post and share opinions, feelings and details about your life with others. However, if you are contemplating a divorce or currently dealing with the process, you might want to watch your social...
Divorce is hard on everyone involved, and the effects on children, specifically, can be significant. Even during a low-conflict divorce, a child may struggle academically, relationship-wise and behavior-wise. Fortunately, there can be a decrease of negative effects if...
When you first file taxes after divorce, you may wonder how the end of the marriage will affect this process. Planning for tax considerations when you negotiate a divorce agreement is often a smart financial move. Review the common tax considerations for individuals...
It is not only biological parents who can have a legal relationship with their children. If you are a nonbiological parent of a child or the partner or spouse of one of the child’s biological parents, California law may recognize your parental rights. Dependency...
Even though spousal support is often a contentious matter in divorce proceedings, spouses can benefit from reaching a mutual agreement on the amount if they can manage it. Understanding how courts make determinations about spousal support can help divorcing spouses...
Spousal support, sometimes called alimony, typically levels the playing field for divorcing spouses. While it is not always available, spousal support ensures both individuals can support themselves after their marriage ends. If you are eligible for spousal support,...
What to include in a California parenting plan Transitioning from raising your child with your former partner to raising your child, together, but in separate homes, is often challenging. You and your ex may find that things become easier if you create a written...
If you and your spouse have decided to divorce, your child’s welfare and ability to adjust to this new phase of life are going to be a top priority. A workable parenting plan will help you, the other parent and your child transition from the old family unit to a new...
