I’m paying back-child support on a child that isn’t biologically mine. How am I still on the hook for this money?
“What If I Disagree With My Attorney?”
In general, it’s a good idea to have representation during divorce. That said, it’s also important to trust your divorce attorney. But what happens if you don’t? What can you do if you disagree with your lawyer? Rick Jones, one of our founding partners, regularly appears on the Danny Bonaduce …
4 Valentine’s Day Ideas For Divorced Dads
It’s the middle of February and you’ve probably noticed store displays full of various sized hearts, pink everything, and chocolate as far as the eye can see. That’s right, Valentine’s Day is almost here again. A romantic holiday can be lonely for the newly divorced, but there are still ways …
Can I Get Custody of My Grandchild if Her Parents Won’t Parent?
When it comes to child custody decisions, the courts generally put the best interests of the child above other concerns. Part of this most often involves keeping the parents a major part of their lives. But what about situations where the parents can’t or won’t “parent?” Can grandparents step in …
“She owes me $5,000 so I send her less in support. Will I get in trouble?”
Money often becomes a huge issue following divorce, especially when it comes to spousal support. And like most court orders, once in place, it’s difficult to modify alimony. That said, some people take it upon themselves to change things up, which isn’t always a great idea. Rick Jones, one of …
“During Legal Separation, Are You Responsible For Your Spouse’s Debt?”
Marriage means intertwining two lives. When a marriage end, divorce is the process of untangling them. Part of that means dividing up any shared assets you amass together. Another unfortunate part is splitting up any shared debt. That can be a big financial blow. But what happens if you live …
“We’ve been married 40 years, will this divorce get complicated?”
In shorter marriages without children or much shared property to divide, divorce can be relatively straightforward. However, it doesn’t take much to for things to become knotted and complex in a hurry. And the longer you’re married, the more complicated things tend to get. Rick Jones, one of our founding …
How The Tax Plan Changed Spousal Support: Updated
This post has been updated. “In this world nothing is certain, except death and taxes.” So goes the familiar saying often attributed to Benjamin Franklin. Now that it’s 2019, we want to remind you of the tax changes that arrived with the new year and their potential to impact divorce, specifically …
“We Bought A House Together But Broke Up, Now What?”
Buying a house is a huge investment. For most people, it’s the biggest purchase you’ll ever make. Because of this value, in divorce, it’s also usually the most significant asset to divide. But what if you were never married? How does that change things? One of our founding partners, Rick …
My Ex Promised To Pay For Her College, But Won’t Now.
This probably comes as no surprise, but college costs quite a bit. Student loan debt can be a huge lingering burden on young people trying to move forward and start their lives. As parents, not all of us are in a position to help financially. But if we can, it …
I Am Worried She Has Done This Before
Divorces, splits, and breakups are never easy, for a variety of reasons. When you combine two lives to that degree, untangling them at the end often becomes a mess. One of our founding partners, Rick Jones, makes regular appearances on the Danny Bonaduce and Sarah Morning Show, where he answers …
Can An Ex Take a House Willed To You?
When it comes time to divorce, splitting up assets and property forms a huge part of the process, even when dealing with inheritance in divorce. California is a community property state, which means the courts generally view anything acquired during a marriage as belonging to both spouses. Is inheritance considered …
I Pay Support But She Denies Visitation. Is That Legal?
After a breakup or divorce, if you have children, you have rights as a parent. The exception being, if one parent presents a danger to the child. That said, it’s not always easy to protect these rights. This is why parenting plans are so important. Even in amicable splits where …
Going to Trial Without an Attorney
Most people aren’t well-versed in the law. They know the general ideas, but when it comes to the small stuff and nuances, that’s where they get lost. Legal proceedings tend to become complicated, which is why we usually suggest hiring representation in divorce or child custody matters. You’re not legally …
Arbitration Or Court: Which Is Better?
When you think of divorce, a courtroom setting probably springs immediately to mind, right? You have lawyers, judges, evidence, and all the rest. While that certainly does happen, when it comes to divorce, it’s not the only way, or even the most common way. There are other forms of dispute …