Spousal support can sometimes be a contentious issue during a divorce. Because spousal support is a common aspect of many divorces, it is helpful for divorcing couples to understand what it is and how it works so they can better navigate the divorce process. One of...
Month: March 2017
Is divorce mediation right for you?
Divorces are often misconstrued as contentious, expensive, and long-lasting - all egged on my attorneys on both sides. But the reality is that divorces get complicated because spouses are unable to resolve their differences. There are plenty of divorces that are...
Noncustodial parent abduction
Family law disputes are complicated and overwhelming for all those involved. This is further magnified in child custody cases where one parent is usually left disappointed. Their disappointment may lead them to try and abduct their own child in an attempt to spend...
Things to consider for late-in-life divorces
Late-in-life divorce is becoming increasingly common. It seems that as America continues to age, so does the age at which people file for divorce. In fact, divorce rates for couples over 50 double. But just because your marriage has lasted the past 20 years, does not...
Planning for divorce? Don’t take advice from family and friends
Did you just turn 50, and now that your kids are away at college, you're ready to engage on the divorce that you've been thinking about for years? At your age, you definitely have some good friends and close relatives who've gone through the process.After talking with...
Knowing when divorce mediation may be a good alternative
Mediation may be a less costly method of divorce that may streamline the process so that the divorce can be more quickly finalized and the divorcing couple can move forward towards their future. Divorce mediation and other forms of divorce alternative dispute...
The elements of a parenting plan in California
Custody and visitation agreements, also called parenting plans, are written agreements between parents concerning time sharing and decision making for the children. Of the two primary components of a parenting plan, time sharing refers to the amount of time each...
Some tricks to speed up your divorce
Once you decide that divorce is the only viable option, you want it to be over as soon as possible. Unfortunately, everything you know about divorce informs you that it is expensive, drawn-out, and vitriolic. But, not every divorce has to end in an epic dispute that...
Understanding the basics of divorce mediation in California
Most California residents who are considering a divorce believe that the process will be unavoidably expensive and emotionally painful. While many divorces fit this description, California provides an alternative that can often reduce both the emotional pain and...
Solving a Divorce with Seasoned California Divorce Attorneys
Couples wish their marriage to last forever. However, disputes often arise after spouses start living together, and sometimes they resolve to separate. Although couples do not look forward to such a situation, it is important for them to agree on what would happen if...