Child support amounts are determined based on a number of factors, such as the child's educational expenses, medical expenses and everyday expenses. However, as many Alameda County residents might agree, the cost of raising a child can increase over time and that...
Year: 2015
Why is it important to file for divorce at an appropriate time?
Divorce can be emotionally stressful and agonizing since it signifies the end of a long relationship. Couples who spent a considerable amount of time together and had been married for a substantially long period need to make many tough decisions before they can be...
How to avoid the most common and costly mistakes during divorce
Ask 100 divorced couples in California if they have any regrets from their divorces and some will certainly say "yes." Many believe that if they had made different decisions, both the process and aftermath would have been less stressful for them and their children. So...
Couple in San Francisco fights over frozen embryos
A recent case filed in San Francisco by a divorced couple over custody of frozen embryos may lead to a new law in the state because the issue; so far, has not been addressed legally. Simply put, this is a not a custody dispute for a living, breathing child but for...
What constitutes a child support agreement?
Child support is a required payment made by the non-custodial parent to the custodial parent for the care and maintenance of the person's child or children. In California, courts must issue an order directing the non-custodial parent to pay child support according to...
Factors influencing the amount of spousal support
Spousal support is often an extremely contentious issue in many California divorces. Endless debates go on between the lawyers at both ends whether one spouse is deserving of spousal support and how much the other has the capacity to pay. While the receiving party...
Divorce mediation: pros and cons
Divorce mediation is a process in which a divorce is facilitated by a neutral mediator. Divorced couples in California as well as in other parts of the United States often experience unpleasant situations as they are going through the divorce process. A mediator can...
Reducing custody disputes between divorced parents
Divorce is stressful for all those involved, especially children. Often, children are forced to let go of one parent and are sometimes required to adjust to a parent's new spouse. Single parents in Oakland may agree that single parenting is difficult and frustrating...
Importance of valuation experts in a high asset divorce
Many California residents are well aware that asset division is one of the most contentious issues in any divorce, especially when the parties involved are millionaires. High financial risks are often involved in a high value divorce and any minute mistake can cost a...
Prenuptial agreements can decrease fighting over assets
Most couples who are about to marry have trouble seeing any flaws in their relationships. Love and the dream of an ideal future together often keep them from discussing the possibility of separation or divorce. Unfortunately, given the reality that about half of all...