How can you plan an affordable divorce in North County San Diego? It is interesting to note that almost 80% of the divorces filed in North County San Diego and across the State of California are filed by the parties themselves. Less than half are able to complete their own divorce without hiring an attorney. What do you need to…
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Who Moves Out in a Divorce and When?
Who moves out in a divorce and when should you move out? The question of when to move out of the family home during the course of a North County San Diego divorce, or if you should can actually be legally quite complex. Well intentioned people may think they are saving each other and the children from endless arguing and…
Is Grandparent Grandchild Visitation Legal in California?
Is grandparent grandchild visitation legal in California? California law is focused upon what is in the best needs of the child, and this extends to the special bond between a child and their grandparent. There are a number of reasons why a grandparent may need legal assistance to ensure access to their grandchild after a divorce. Divorce situations in North…
How Does Domestic Violence Affect Spousal Support?
How does domestic violence affect spousal support in a Carlsbad divorce? Domestic violence can and will have an impact on issues such as child custody and parenting time, child support and spousal support here in North County San Diego divorce cases. One example involved a case where the husband and wife had been married for over 32 years. The couple…
Can Former Spouses Agree to Waive Child Support in a San Diego Divorce?
Can former spouses agree to waive child support in a San Diego divorce? If the couple has evenly split the assets and is sharing parenting responsibilities will that suffice? The short answer in most cases is simply “no.” California family law specifically addresses this issue. Parents are not allowed to waive child support, and in some cases this can actually…
Calculation of the Value of a Business in a North County San Diego Divorce
If you are considering a divorce and you or your spouse jointly or separately own an interest in a business one of the most important issues will be the calculation of the value of a business in a North County San Diego divorce case. When a divorce includes a business or professional practice the first step to determine the community…
Modification of Spousal Support Orders in North County San Diego
If you live in Carlsbad, Encinitas, Oceanside or Vista and are concerned about the modification of spousal support orders in Carlsbad you will need and experienced local lawyer. The attorneys at Burke & Domercq have decades of experience in local family law Courts and extensive experience with spousal support orders and modifications. Does spousal support continue until death do us…
Saving Time and Money When Getting a Divorce
What are the best strategies for saving time and money when getting a divorce? Here are some ideas to help make your divorce process more cost-efficient: Before you meet with an attorney you should spell out your goals and your concerns in writing. Any questions which come to mind concerning the divorce should be written before you meet with the…
Spousal Support Has a Lot to Do with Previous Lifestyle
The award of spousal support has a lot to do with previous lifestyle and the ability of each spouse to achieve gainful, long term employment. Carlsbad family law courts are absolutely influenced by the lifestyle enjoyed by the parties during the marriage. In fact maintaining the “standard of living” of a former spouse after a divorce is the primary reason…
What is Mediation And how Can it Help in a Carlsbad Divorce?
What is mediation and how can it help in a Carlsbad divorce? Mediation is a cost effective and timely alternative to resolving differences in a Carlsbad divorce, child custody & visitation, child support, spousal support or family law dispute through litigation in a Court of Law. Mediation is designed to bring the parties in a family law dispute together in…