Are you concerned about protecting substantial assets in a North County or Carlsbad divorce? If you are a high wage earner such as a physician or licensed professional, commissioned salesperson, CEO or executive you are probably concerned about protecting substantial assets in your divorce. Pre-planning is essential to ultimate success in these scenarios. Was there a prenuptial agreement between you…
What are the effects of COVID-19 on child custody and parenting time orders in San Diego? There is no way to practically capture the absolute disruption of life which the pandemic has wrought upon all of us. One of the greatest COVID-related challenge is managing life as a parent of school aged children. The anxiety and stress of the pandemic…
What are the basics of business valuation in a San Diego divorce? One of the most legally complex and financially contentious issues in a divorce is the ownership of a business or professional practice. If you own a business or are a licensed professional or a medical practitioner with an interest in a professional practice or a business of your…
What are some of the ingredients of successful strategies for relocation with kids after a divorce? How will existing child custody and parenting plans affect your decision to relocate or protect your rights as a parent here in North County San Diego? These cases are often quite legally contentious and complex. One party may feel like there is an economic…
What are the worst mistakes to make during a Carlsbad divorce? Look, we understand it’s bad enough that you’re facing the end of a marriage. You don’t want to make any “unforced errors” during your divorce. What are some of the most common mistakes former spouses make during their divorce? The Failure to Develop a Strategy and Plan – Divorce…
Does commingling separate property make it completely community property in a Carlsbad or North County Divorce? One of the most important aspects of a California divorce outside of child custody or parenting time is the characterization of property and how it is divided. If you owned property or had investments or a trust account before getting married, those assets are…
Who gets the family home in a Carlsbad divorce? This is a complex legal issue and it is best to seek the counsel of an experienced proven Carlsbad Certified Family Law Specialist for guidance and insight. The equity in your family home is community property. Community property is to be equally divided between the parties. If the home was owned…
How does domestic violence affect a North County divorce? What impact will a restraining order have upon the cost-effective completion of your divorce? What should I do if my spouse is leveling false allegations of domestic violence to gain an upper hand in the divorce? Domestic violence and resulting restraining orders will not affect the ability to divorce itself. California…
It is important for the Court to ensure stable home environments for children during and after a divorce. One potential challenge for divorced parents in California revolves around keeping rules between households consistent for children. There are many aspects of divorce such as property division and resolution of custody, parenting time and support which take time and energy. However, the…
You shouldn’t wait to take action to modify support orders in North County. The recent impact of COVID-19 on the Courts and their resulting closure for several weeks has had a significant impact on an already heavy case load. This makes it more important than ever to seek the advice and sound counsel of Burke & Domercq as to how…