You're negotiating a separation or divorce agreement, and your spouse offers to pay you $X monthly for X years in exchange for your ownership interest in the house, retirement account, stock options or some other valuable asset. Should you accept your spouse's offer? Should you … [Read more...]
What are the best solutions to divorce problems?
The best solutions to divorce problems are tailored to your unique needs and dreams. They vary widely, and any number of solutions may resolve a single problem. Here are common problems people face when dividing assets, establishing spousal support, and determining child … [Read more...]
How to Say No to a Family Court Judge
Saying "No" to a family law judge seems simple enough: "No your honor." But in reality, it's rarely easy. Even sophisticated executives, poised professionals, and junior lawyers can be unnerved when called upon to dissent in a courtroom before a presiding Judge with dozens of … [Read more...]
Does bad behavior matter in a California no-fault divorce?
California is a no-fault divorce state, which, broadly speaking, means allegations of fault are “improper and inadmissible”. (California Family Code Section 2335) When a party files a Petition for Legal Separation, Dissolution of Marriage or Dissolution of a Domestic … [Read more...]
How to collect past due child support in California
If someone owes you past due child support you need to collect in California, here are twelve things you want to know. 1. California's Department of Child Support Services charges minimal fees to collect past due child support for members of the general public 2. A … [Read more...]
How to Ask your spouse to use divorce mediation
Even if you're fighting like cats or suspect your spouse has a narcissistic personality disorder, you still may resolve complicated issues peacefully through divorce mediation. Written agreements signed in mediation are enforceable as court judgments under California Code of … [Read more...]
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