The divorce process can be difficult, but it does not necessary always have to be. When dissolving a marriage, there are a few things it may be helpful to keep in mind. Since nearly half of all couples go through divorce, it is helpful to understand the legal process...
A Voice Of Reason During The Turmoil Of Family Law Disputes
Year: 2015
Collaborative divorce may help with a more peaceful divorce
Fighting out divorce-related issues in a courtroom setting can, more often than not, be an unpleasant process for families and divorcing couples. Divorce litigation can sometimes be stressful, time-consuming, costly, and can also have a negative impact on children...
Celebrity couple Banderas and Griffith divorce finalized
This blog recently discussed the subject of alimony, or spousal support, in California. The divorce between celebrity couple Antonio Banderas and Melanie Griffith was recently finalized. According to the divorce judgment, Banderas will be required to pay Griffith...
Understanding spousal support awards in California
Alimony, oftentimes referred to as spousal support, can be an acrimonious issue in many divorces. Spousal support can vary but can be awarded on an indefinite basis and a continuing financial obligation between divorcing couples can be frustrating. Spousal support is...
Mistakes to avoid during a high asset divorce
There are many divorce-related issues to be addressed when a couple makes the decision to divorce. Divorcing couples may agree on some issues but not all. At times, emotions can cloud the divorce process and lead the parties to make mistakes, including financial...
What is community property?
Many California residents may be aware that California is a community property state which may lead residents to wonder what community property refers to. Community property rules impact many different parties in California, including married couples and registered...
Divorce mediation can be a good option to consider
Alternatives to the traditional litigation process associated with divorce or separation are available to couples in California. Divorce mediation can provide a number of benefits and advantages for divorcing couples seeking an alternative to the court-related divorce...
Child custody a concern in Halle Berry’s divorce
Parents going through the divorce process are encouraged to reach shared agreements concerning divorce-related issues whenever possible. Halle Berry and her husband, actor Olivier Martinez, recently announced that they are divorcing. A primary concern in the divorce...
Understanding when child support modifications may be available
In some circumstances, it may be necessary to seek the modification of a child support order. In general, an existing child support order may be modified in some situations. An existing child support order may be modified if there is a significant change in the...
What is divorce mediation and collaboration?
It is not uncommon for divorcing couples to have different perspectives concerning divorce-related issues such as property division, child custody and child support. Divorcing couples, however, despite the emotions and disputes that can sometimes arise during divorce,...