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Common Issues That Arise in a California Divorce
Whether you are filing for a divorce or have been served divorce papers in the State of California, you should know about common issues that arise during the divorce process. In California, divorce involves a variety of legal hurdles. Since the legal matter is a major factor in the lives of most people, it… Read More »
What To Know In A LGBT Divorce In California
Rarely is a divorce process ever easy. Unless both parties can agree on every matter and every detail of the terms of the divorce, the divorce process is usually contentious and very stressful. Whether part of an LGBT couple or not, divorces can have unique complications that can make the process time-consuming and costly…. Read More »
The Types of Child Custody in California
In the State of California, child custody refers to a person’s right to have physical custody of his or her minor child and the right to make legal decisions for the safety and care of the child. There are different types of child custody orders family court judges may grant, but it is important… Read More »
Factors That May Affect a Child Custody Decision
When facing a child custody battle, parents should be cognizant of what a judge may consider when making a decision on the type of custody that will be awarded. California family law courts consider a variety of factors, including the health of the child and his or her age. Aside from this, courts may… Read More »
How Child Support is Defined in California
In the State of California, child support refers to the amount of money one parent is court-ordered to pay the other each month for the costs of raising their child. A family law judge will determine what the amount of support will be based on a guideline that is used state-wide. Although this may… Read More »
What You Should Know About Child Support in California
Child support in the State of California is usually paid for by the non-custodial parent. Payments are made so that the non-custodial parent continues to contribute to the cost of raising the child in the state. Opposed to the non-custodial parent, the custodial parent is one with whom the child resides for a majority… Read More »
Grandparent’s Rights in the State of California
The parents of a child can always choose to allow their parents to visit with their children, and this can be done without getting the courts involved. For a wide range of reasons, however, parents can opt to cease grandparent visits. When this happens, the State of California provides that grandparents can petition for… Read More »
What to Expect When Seeking a Post-Judgment Motion in California
In California, a post-judgment motion is a term used when describing almost any motion that is filed in a legal separation, divorce, paternity case, marriage annulment, or domestic violence matter after the first judgment has already been entered by the judge. There are a plethora of motions that may be filed after the initial… Read More »
Establishing Parentage in the State of California – An Overview
Paternity cases are generally used to determine and/or legally confirm the paternal parent of a child when the child’s parents were not registered domestic parents or married at the time of the minor’s birth. In order to determine child custody and support orders can be obtained, parental rights must first be established in a… Read More »
What You Need to Modify an Existing Spousal Support Order
Spousal support, or alimony, is an award that is provided after divorce or legal separation in California. This form of payment is a way the state attempts to balance both of the divorcing parties’ income in a manner that is consistent with the lifestyle the parties had while they were married. When spousal support… Read More »
