Last Minute Gift of Appreciation to Your Ex
After handling divorces, child support, custody and paternity matters for more than 20 years, I am well aware that not everyone has a happy and amicable relationship with their ex-spouse
Last Minute Gift of Appreciation to Your Ex
I’ve presented these articles which I have written because I feel they offer good information for my clients. Reading them at your leisure will help you better understand your situation. If you have any questions regarding what you’ve read here, especially how it may relate to your own family law issue, please feel free to contact my office. We will be happy to arrange a consultation to discuss all your questions.
The Demise of “Brangelina:” The Custody Battle
In the wake of the almost apocalyptic marital demise and subsequent divorce proceeding of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, an interesting legal discussion has been raised regarding custody of the
Finally Making it Final: Bringing Your Divorce to Judgment
Even the simplest divorce – no kids, few assets, little hostility – can take a while, often surpassing California’s 6 month statutory waiting period before a divorce can be final
You Are Getting Married: Three Things to Do Now!
The engagement period is magical, probably one of the happiest times of anyone’s life. The engagement period is full of fun – parties, gifts, wedding planning, thinking about a home
When is Enough Actually Enough? Drug and Alcohol Testing in Custody Cases
Can a court order a parent to undergo indefinite testing for illegal or controlled substances as a requirement for visitation? The answer is yes, according to a recent California Court
Redefining the Date of Separation: the “Anti-Davis” Legislation
On July 25, 2016, Governor Jerry Brown signed Senate Bill 1255 into effect. This bill redefines the date of marital separation for purposes of the California Family Code as the
The Numbers Don’t Lie: Determining Income of the Self-Employed Party
A self-employed party to a family law matter can present a unique set of challenges for a family law attorney when it comes to determining income available for support, as
How Long Is This Going Take?
One of the most common questions family law attorneys get from their clients is “How long is this going to take?” Or, “When will this end?” While family law attorneys
The Mediated Prenuptial Agreement: A “Love Document?”
Many people say a prenuptial agreement is an “anti-love” document; it’s “not romantic.” This may be true. Just Google the words “romantic” and “love” and you will find out
Your Spouse Just Told You He/She Wants a Divorce: 3 Things to Do Now
You are in shock. You finished dinner, put the kids to bed and just as you are falling asleep, your spouse comes to the bedroom and says, “I am not