How is domestic violence defined under federal and state law? Families in California might benefit from learning more about how domestic violence issues are governed by state and federal entities. The state laws are designed to prevent violence from occurring within the family or in intimate relationships. Domestic violence in California may be described as a criminal act that happens…
Are you worried about being able to answer your kid’s hard questions about divorce? It’s very understandable for those planning to divorce to want to prepare as much as possible in advance. It’s not uncommon for spouses to wait for the “right” time to announce the divorce. Usually, they have already been working with one of our Certified Family Law…
What are some of the common issues in a Carlsbad divorce case? What should you be thinking about if you are considering a divorce? If you are considering a divorce in Carlsbad or North County one of the most important things you should need to know up front is this: The cost of your divorce and the time it will…
If you are an unwed father of a child there are some legal facts you may wish to be aware of. Even if you filled out all of the forms at the hospital your rights to see your child and share custody and parenting time must be ordered by a court in a process called “paternity.” Establishing paternity legally ensures…
We are often asked about parenting plans in a North County or Carlsbad divorce. What is a parenting plan, and what is the difference between child custody and parenting time? A parenting plan is an agreement between the spouses which establishes all aspects relating to spending time with your children after a divorce as well as the decisions that will…
What should you think about when preparing for a Carlsbad divorce? Based upon our decades of experience in North County and Carlsbad divorce cases, here are a few things to consider as you are thinking about or preparing for your divorce: 1. Though more than 80% of Californians begin their divorce without an attorney, less than half are able to…
What is the process for evaluating and calculating spousal support in a Carlsbad or North County divorce? When two people legally separate or divorce, the court is concerned about establishing a fairly equal financial playing field for both parties. As a result, temporary and/or permanent spousal support could be a part of your divorce process. Although this is referred to…
What are some of the issues which could influence child custody in a Carlsbad or North County divorce case? If both parents are deemed to be fit, joint legal custody would typically be ordered for the oversight of educational, medical and other factors. A shared parenting time schedule is generally preferred as many studies have shown it is best for…
Did you know that baby boomers are more likely to divorce than earlier generations? Individuals in California and across the nation age 50 and older are getting divorced at a higher rate than their parents and grandparents did at the same age. As these baby boomers get older, the likelihood of divorce only increases. Recent studies have shown people 65…
If you are considering a divorce in Carlsbad or North County it would be helpful for you to have some general information about family law mediation. The greatest source of expense in a divorce is the resolution of all areas of disagreement between the former spouses. Mediation provides a private, efficient and cost-effective option for resolving these disputes and moving…