Are you searching for information to explain how your spouse may agree to divorce mediation? Mediation is often a private, cost-effective and timely tool for resolving areas of disagreement during the process of a divorce. It is also a tool which can help to work through any disagreements which arise down the road if you intend to co-parent. How do…
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The Advantages Our Certified Family Law Specialists Offer Our Clients
What are the advantages our Certified Family Law Specialists offer our clients in a Carlsbad or San Diego divorce case? The attorneys at Burke & Domercq, APC have decades of service in Carlsbad and San Diego area divorce and family law cases. We have worked with the professionals in these courts, the judges and magistrates in these facilities for many…
Illness on Your Day with a Child and Other Parenting Time Questions
We are often asked about illness on your day with a child and other parenting time related questions. Most Child Custody and Parenting Time plans carefully anticipate every possible scenario and provide specific instructions for how to handle the situation. Your parenting plan should also provide a process to resolve any disputes which might arise along the way. One of…
What to Expect from Mediation in Your Divorce
Are you wondering if you should consider mediation and searching for information about what to expect from mediation in your divorce? How can mediation help on complex issues from child custody and parenting time to support or the division of a business interest? Divorce is one of the most emotional, stressful and often costly processes a person can face. One…
A Strategy to Reduce the Time and Cost of Your Divorce in San Diego
Is there a strategy to reduce the time and cost of your divorce in San Diego? Is it possible to also reduce the emotional impact of a divorce upon your life? The answer to both of these questions is absolutely “yes.” The first and most important fact about divorce which most parties are unaware of before filing is the cost…
What Options Should We Consider for Alternating Visitation in a Parenting Plan?
We are often asked “What options should we consider for alternating visitation in a parenting plan?” What is the best way to share the custody and parenting of our children? The simple answer to that question is the central focus of California Family Law: What is in the best interests of the child? Developing a schedule for alternating time with…
Do You Have to Go to Court to Get a Divorce in San Diego
We are often asked if you have to go to Court to get a divorce in San Diego. While it is possible never to have to go to Court to complete a divorce case it requires a lot to go well. If you and your former spouse are in complete agreement on every aspect of your divorce Burke & Domercq…
What is a Contested Divorce in San Diego?
What is a contested divorce in San Diego? A contested divorce is the result of any area of disagreement between the spouses relating to the divorce. The disagreement may be the result of a dispute regarding some facts associated with the case such as the value of a business or professional practice, or questions regarding the actual date of separation.…
The Experience of Filing a Divorce in San Diego
What is the typical experience of filing a divorce in San Diego? According to recent statistics released by local Courts, a substantial majority of those who file for divorce in San Diego initially attempt to represent themselves. However, divorce in most cases is far too complex to complete without representation. The actual number of cases who successfully complete their divorce…
Why Do You Need a Lawyer for a San Diego Divorce?
Why do you need a Lawyer for a San Diego divorce? Divorce is one of the greatest emotional and financial challenges life has to offer. You will receive “sound legal advice” from friends, family, co-workers and even from your soon-to-be former spouse. Suggestion #1: Never take legal advice from your soon-to-be former spouse or well-meaning family or friends. Divorce is…