Are you the spouse of a business owner in a San Diego divorce? There are many things you need to know about how the community interest in the business must be managed as part of the property division in your divorce. This is why it is important to seek the proven, experienced advice of the Certified Family Law Specialists at…
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How Domestic Violence Affects a San Diego Family Law Case
Are you wondering how accusations or convictions related to domestic violence affects a San Diego family law case? It may surprise you to learn that almost 20 people are physically or emotionally abused by a spouse or intimate partner across the United States every minute. Domestic violence cases significantly increased during and after the pandemic here in California. California has…
Obtaining a Domestic Violence Restraining Order in San Diego
What is the process for obtaining a domestic violence restraining order in San Diego? If you are concerned for your safety and are a victim of any form of domestic violence you need to begin by seeking a restraining order against the person who is inflicting the physical or emotional harm into your life. Domestic violence occurs between family, friends,…
Carlsbad Divorce with a Bipolar Spouse
Are you searching for strategies to get you through a Carlsbad divorce with a bipolar spouse? What do you need to know about protecting your own goals and objectives in a divorce with a spouse with bipolar disorder? Being married to a person with bipolar disorder can make every day seem like it’s all based upon how well your spouse…
Does Filing First in a Carlsbad Divorce Give You an Advantage?
We are often asked does filing first in a Carlsbad divorce give you an advantage? There are many important preparations to be made prior to filing for a divorce. One of the first issues which may need to be decided is whether or not it is important to file first in your case. In some cases our clients are still…
Should You Actually Pre-Plan a Carlsbad Divorce?
Should you actually pre-plan a Carlsbad divorce? Why is it important to have the advice and counsel of our Certified Family Law Specialists before you file divorce papers in San Diego? Most people substantially under-estimate the amount of work, time and detail associated with each step of a divorce. Taking steps to pre-plan a Carlsbad divorce allows our attorneys to…
Make a Full Disclosure of Assets and Debts in a Carlsbad Divorce
You must make a full disclosure of assets and debts in a Carlsbad divorce. California law clearly requires every individual to make a full, transparent disclosure of all financial assets and liabilities in a divorce. We are often asked “what specifically must be disclosed?” The short answer is simply any and all information you possess regarding an asset, investment, account,…
More Carlsbad and North County Divorce Cases for Those Over 50
While surveys show that the nation’s divorce rate may actually be going down, there are more Carlsbad and North County divorce cases for those over 50. Why are older couples divorcing at an increasing rate? Unfortunately, couples over the age of 50 in California and around the country are far more likely to see their marriages fail than they were…
The Issue of Spousal Support in a San Diego Divorce
We are often asked about the issue of spousal support in a San Diego divorce. Will I (receive or have to pay) spousal support? How is the amount and duration of spousal support determined? What is the difference between temporary and permanent orders of spousal support? The central questions of spousal support revolve around the need of the recipient and…
What is Different About a High Income or Executive Divorce in San Diego
What is different about a high income or executive divorce in San Diego? How will the legal skill and experience of your attorney make a difference in these cases? One of the first steps in any divorce is to provide disclosures to the other party which include a schedule of all debts and assets, as well as income and expenses. …