What expenses does child support cover?
Despite your divorce, you and your ex-spouse must still work together to raise your shared child, which requires one of you to pay child support. Do you know which expenses qualify for child support? Our Family Wizard explains how divorced couples may use child support payments. Learn when you or your ex may misuse support funds. […]
Another way you may receive support from your ex-spouse
While spousal support may become an important source of your income, at retirement age, you will need every penny you can get to maintain the standard of living you used to enjoy while married. Lawmakers understand that, often, one spouse earned considerably less during the course of the marriage but contributed more nonfinancially. So, the […]
What does a minor’s counsel do in California?
In contentious child custody cases, California may appoint an attorney called a minor’s counsel. He or she serves as a neutral party to represent the child’s best interests during the court proceedings. Review the role of the minor’s counsel and how this person takes part in the custody process. Appointment of minor’s counsel The court may appoint […]
When should you tell your child about your divorce?
As parents, going through a divorce affects more than just you and your spouse. You must take your child into consideration as well. Though they are not directly involved, the outcome will have a huge impact on their life moving forward. As such, it is common for divorcing couples to have plenty of questions about […]
Child custody considerations
When parents go through a divorce, one of the most difficult things is deciding on child custody. Although it used to be common that the mother got main custody, things have changed, and now the court considers a variety of factors when determining custody and visitation rights. Whether parents come to an agreement, or the […]
How does domestic violence escalate?
Domestic violence is a situation that rarely occurs without warning. Almost all situations have an element of escalation. The way an abuse situation escalates can sometimes make it tough to even recognize there is anything wrong until you have a serious event occur. Understanding how domestic violence escalates can help you keep yourself safe. Subtle […]
Will I have to pay my spouse’s student loans?
If you took out student loans to pay for an undergraduate, graduate or professional degree and now face a divorce, you may assume that any remaining student loan debt you owe will be yours and yours alone to repay. While it is true that debts taken out in one person’s name only frequently remain that […]
Hiding assets during divorce has serious consequences
If you are contemplating ending your marriage, you may have some concern about your financial future. Fortunately, California law likely entitles you to a roughly equal share of everything you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse own. If you do not know assets exist, you may not be able to advocate effectively for your share of the […]
What happens when you can’t pay child support?
The court recognizes that lives and circumstances change, but it must enter a child support order based on the details at the time of the hearing. If you find yourself unable to pay your child support, you do have options. The California Courts does note that you should always try to make payments because there […]
What do you know about creating a viable parenting plan?
While ironing out the specifics of your divorce, you and your former spouse must decide how you want to raise your shared children together. Do you know how to create a solid parenting plan? To help, see what Our Family Wizard suggests for spending time with your children. With the right plan, you help better ensure everyone’s […]