For many people, divorce is synonymous with court battles and unending conflicts. But this might not be the route you want to take. Perhaps you want a peaceful divorce to save yourself and/or your kids from the trauma of protracted court battles. However, sometimes,...
Family Law
Understanding grandparent visitation rights
After a child's parents, grandparents often play a vital role in their lives. However, when divorce or other major changes disrupt the family, grandparents may struggle to maintain contact with their grandkids. In California, grandparents have legal rights to seek...
4 marital concerns postnuptial agreements can address
Even the strongest partnerships can face unforeseen challenges. While prenuptial agreements (prenups) are becoming increasingly common, some couples might not have considered drafting one before saying "I do." That’s where postnuptial agreements (postnups) come in. A...
Divorce and the empty nest syndrome
A marriage can suffer from strain for many reasons. Sometimes, the issues could develop far later in the marriage than many presumed. A California couple could file for divorce even after decades of marriage. The reasons may connect to problems developing after the...
Can you hide assets in a divorce?
Divorce can be a stressful and frustrating time for all parties involved in the state of California. The legal complexity of who gets what after the divorce can make this process even more troublesome. This includes the issue of hidden assets. Many people may be...
Do I need a postnuptial agreement?
Many couples in California draft a prenuptial agreement before getting married to protect the individual property each spouse acquired before marriage. However, similar documents called postnuptial agreements have become increasingly popular to protect one's interests...
Why nesting might not be a good idea for your family
Nesting is a child custody agreement where the children stay in the family home and the parents rotate in and out. This type of arrangement provides continuity and stability for the children, as the impact of their parents’ divorce on their daily routine is limited...
3 reasons people may decide to draft a postnuptial agreement
Prenuptial agreements have become a common resource for modern California couples, and many people now consider them to serve as basic protection and an articulation of expectations. There are also many couples who may recognize that they need protection despite...
The amount and duration of alimony depends on a number of factors
When couples divorce in California, they generally want the relationship to end so they can move on with life. While some people can divorce and not look back, many people still will be tied to their ex-spouse in some way. If the couple has children together, they...
Four ways to prove cohabitation in your alimony case
If you’re paying alimony to your former spouse, you know the financial challenges that those payments can bring. Although a change in circumstances may justify a modification in a support amount to be paid, you’ll need to be able to prove to a court why it should...