The collaborative divorce process can help divorcing couples resolve their divorce-related concerns through a series of negotiations rather than through the adversarial divorce court process. The negotiation process can help divorcing couples resolve property...
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How child custody determinations are made in California
This blog recently discussed child custody and child custody during the holidays. Navigating child custody can be challenging for divorcing parents which is why they should be familiar with how child custody is determined. Child custody is based on what is in the best...
Do you need to change your holiday custody schedule?
The winter holidays are coming up, and this makes it a good time for California parents to review their child custody and visitation orders. These orders will outline who is to have the child in their care on which holidays. If your circumstances have changed, and the...
How can mediation help divorcing couples?
Divorce mediation can help divorcing couples negotiate a divorce settlement agreement that addressed their divorce-related concerns including property division, child custody, child support and spousal support. It is useful for divorcing couples to have an...
What are the benefits of collaborative divorce?
Collaborative law divorce offers a variety of different benefits for divorcing couples. It is one of the family law options that can provide benefits divorcing couples should be familiar with when considering which divorce process is best for them. Benefits of...
Mental health issues and shared parenting after divorce
Divorce is not easy. Divorcing with children is even more challenging for California parents. Devising a parenting plan between two parents that amicably parted ways can still have its difficulties; thus, a high-conflict divorce is likely to present many more...
The basics of filing for a California divorce
Divorce is a scary word, regardless of the reasons behind seeking a divorce. In our society, it is seen as a dirty word, a failure. But, sometimes, things just do not work out how we wish they would, and divorce is our only option. Worse yet, occasionally, there is...
Prenups can be advantageous for you and your future spouse
As you and your fiancé begin planning your wedding and thinking about your future together, speaking to a lawyer about a prenuptial agreement may be the furthest thing from your mind. However, prenuptial agreements can provide you with the financial security you need...
The top 4 reasons people get divorced today
No one ever thinks they’ll end up divorced when they walk down the aisle, but the harsh reality is that while divorce rates have seen a dip in recent decades, it’s still unfortunately common. Between 40% and 50% of U.S. couples divorce today, and those rates only go...
Self-Governance in Times of Uncertainty
If you are one of those couples in love and planning to share your lives, Shelter in Place has given you a unique opportunity to learn about your mate and to contemplate your life together. 2020 has ushered a period of particularly heightened uncertainty and with...