Should a stepparent be held liable for child support?

Modern family units come in a variety of forms. These days, it is quite common for stepparents to form strong bonds with children who are not biologically related to them. Many California residents who are considering divorce may find themselves in the positions of having to negotiate child support payments; however, a recent case raised questions over […]

California custody law puts the best interest of the child first

There are a variety of ways in which couples may divide their possessions during divorce; however, it is impossible like to do the same thing with a person. Understandably, it can be an intense struggled to reach the point where one agrees to relinquish custody of a child. In California family courts, the best interest of […]

Treat divorce like a marathon, not a sprint

New Year’s resolutions are often abandoned at the first hurdle. For others, the desire for a clean slate is so strong that they rush headlong into action without being fully prepared. For California residents who are considering divorce, it pays to remember the fable about the slow and steady tortoise that won the day over the impetuous […]

How to anticipate and prevent future problems during divorce

Couples don’t enter into matrimony with a view to parting company further down the line. For many people, divorce may come as something of a shock, and it is natural to be unprepared for such events. While there are no hard and fast rules, there are some mistakes that California residents can try to avoid, in order […]

Fighting like cats and dogs over spousal support for pets?

It is common for couples to argue over finances. During divorce, the chances of this happening may rise significantly. In California as across the country, being granted spousal support or child support is not unusual; however, an unusual request for spousal support to cover the costs associated with pet care is reported to be creating a […]

Using divorce to pave the way to a new year and a new life

There are some who see January as a new year in more ways than one. While most people are counting the cost of Christmas, others decide to initiate divorce proceedings. Across the country, divorce attorneys experience an increase in business during each January of around 25 per cent, rising to as much as 50 per […]

Could spousal support changes outside California set a precedent?

Divorce negotiations are often contentious. It is possible that the chances for this may be increased in the case of high net worth divorce, where requested spousal support in particular can reach levels beyond the imagination of many people. Some California residents may be aware of changes in the laws relating to spousal support in New […]

Divorce in later years may be a second chance for happiness

There are marriages that last a lifetime; there are some that just feel that way. The divorce rate among older couples, aged 50 and over, has been rising steadily for a number of years, while the rate among younger couples has evened out. California is known as the Golden State; however, many of those who reach their […]

Goodwill to all, especially with visitation arrangements

Thanksgiving and Christmas are two of the biggest and most family-oriented holiday periods on the calendar: a time of peace and joy for most people. However, for those considering divorce, the holidays may be difficult and even painful. California residents whose families have already broken up will be familiar with the angst that accompanies the […]

Property division is no Boy Scout picnic

The Boy Scouts of America have a motto: be prepared. This is good advice for most areas of life, especially if one is considering or has already initiated divorce proceedings. When things are going well within a marriage, one may feel a sense of security that belies the possibility that matters may not be as […]