Divorce & Family Law Blog

Is there an age in California where a child can legally choose to opt-out of visitation and go against the schedule laid out in a ...

Divorce doesn’t necessarily need to take place in court, there are other options, and two popular choices are mediation and arbitration. ...

Sadly, it’s time to go back to school. This can be tough for both kids and parents, especially divorced dads. Here are some tips to ...

Emotions are high and tempers can flare, but that’s no reason to lose control. Here are some tips to help avoid or lessen conflict after ...

Given our profession, it’s a safe bet that when it comes to the pages of comic books, some of our favorite characters are lawyers. Here ...

Recreational marijuana has been legal in California for a year and a half, how does this newfound status impact child custody disputes? ...

CALLER: “I’m with a long-term girlfriend who is cheating now. Or has been for a while. But we bought a house together. I can’t get ...

Father’s Day is almost here. It’s also the thick of baseball season. One of our favorite celebrations is watching baseball movies with the old man. ...

Do-it-Yourself divorce has never been more accessible than it is now. But just because you can, doesn’t always mean you should. ...

Every divorce has a lot at stake, but high asset divorce presents its own unique problems. Here are some costly common mistakes people make. ...

“I’m married. Say my wife got a ‘gift’ but it’s called an ‘inheritance’ even though her parents are still alive. Is that an actual ‘gift’ ...

California law provides guidelines for courts to use in determining and setting child support payment amounts. ...

Leaving the marital home without having a strategy in place, can create a significant disadvantage throughout the rest of the divorce process. ...

People damage their own cases in countless ways. To help minimize that, here are eight things you should never do during divorce. ...

There are bound to be clashes as the custodial parent enforces the rules while the other gets to be the “fun parent.” ...

CALLER: “Per the decree, my ex and I share college expenses for our children. So my question is, considering one of them is about to ...

In general, it’s a good idea to have representation during a divorce. The process often gets twisted quickly, and having a professional guide usually saves ...

For many, video games offer a way to kill time and decompress from the pressures of the day. But what happens to a marriage when ...

CALLER: “So my fiancé and I were given a ring from a family friend. The ring is in her name from her husband and then ...

In contested divorces, discovery may prove incredibly valuable. Discovery compels each side to reveal what evidence and info they have. ...

It’s easy to make mistakes that hurt child custody cases, but here are a few common missteps that can sink a case and how to ...

CALLER: “I was just wondering how a pension works? If one person has a pension, and the other doesn’t, do they get some of that ...

It’s still early in February, but you’ve probably noticed store displays full of various-sized hearts, pink everything, and chocolate as far as the eye can ...

“My boyfriend and I have been together for 19 years and we are both still married to our spouses. We want to divorce but his ...

CALLER: “My divorce was finalized in 2010 and in the division of assets it was actually pretty amicable. However, there was not language in the ...

CALLER: “I’m going through a divorce. My ex recently got a lawyer and wants to do arbitration. What are the advantages and disadvantages of arbitration ...

Over recent years, January has become known by many as “divorce month,” but just how accurate is that unflattering title? ...

Prenuptial agreements are often the prudent move before marriage. So, how do you ask for one? It’s often an uncomfortable conversation. ...

CALLER: “My sister and her husband are getting a divorce. They live in a house that was willed [to her] by our parents when they ...

Marriage means intertwining two lives. When a marriage ends, divorce is the process of untangling them. Part of that means dividing up any shared assets ...

CALLER: “I recently broke up with my girlfriend of three years. We had a kid together, and I’ve been paying her child support and keeping ...

CALLER: “My son has temporary custody of my two-year-old granddaughter. We’ve been trying to get permanent custody, and it’s been going through the courts little ...

After a divorce, you may never want to see your ex again, but if you have kids, meeting during custody exchanges is likely going to ...

Child custody disputes are common during divorce. But what about when there was no marriage?Who gets the kids? Do you even have any parental rights? ...

With Halloween right around the corner, it’s a great time to watch horror movies. And because many of us have kids, here are some family-friendly ...

You have a great deal to consider when ending a marriage, and not to pile on, but there are a handful of scary divorce facts ...

Military service complicates many relationships. It also complicates the divorce process. One area that often gets twisted is military pensions. ...

When an ex refuses to sell a home, a number of issues large. But what can you do? How can you protect yourself against foreclosure ...

It’s the stuff of melodramatic TV movies, being trapped in a loveless marriage. But can your spouse actually prevent you from getting a divorce? ...

If you file for divorce and share credit card debt with your spouse, in the state of California, you are equally liable for paying it ...

Couples ending marriages later in life face a number of unique challenges and concerns. Here’s what you need to know about gray divorce. ...

Focusing on family law, it makes sense many of our favorite comic book characters are fathers. But who are the best comic book dads? Check ...

What happens if your wife shows up pregnant with someone else’s child during your divorce? Are you on the hook for child support? ...

This is a complicated situation that encompasses domestic violence, home equity, and what to do if you can’t go to the authorities. ...

Going up against a divorce attorney without your own representation puts you at a serious disadvantage. Our founder explains why. ...

There are two options to end a marriage. Divorce or annulment. Divorce is by far the more common choice because qualifying for an annulment is ...

CALLER: “My Baby mama is trying to move to California for a job and she’s trying to take my kid with her. We have joint ...

If your divorce requires spousal support, making payments while knowing your ex is living with someone else may be a bitter pill to swallow. You ...

The date of separation has a huge impact on divorce, but a significant change to California law is about to alter the landscape. ...

Child custody cases have a massive impact on your life and the lives of your children, so how you prepare is a matter of great ...