There are many factors that will be important when a judge makes various decisions in a California divorce case. The divorce legal issues are vast and can impact multiple areas of the couple's life. Particularly contentious is spousal support. Perhaps the spouse who...
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Are reimbursements for education possible in California divorce?
Property division is a frequent topic for dispute in a California divorce. While the law is relatively clear on basic matters regarding this issue in the state, there are always areas of nuance that might be somewhat confusing. One that might arise and should be...
Options if there is dissatisfaction with a child support agency
California parents who have ended their relationship and are in a dispute over child support will need to deal with the appropriate child support agency. When the case is resolved, that does not necessarily mean it is over. The supporting parent and the receiving...
Will I be asked to put money into an account for child support?
It is not unusual for there to be a dispute over a variety of issues when there is a divorce in California. The impact of a divorce can be extensive and require people to take certain steps to handle situations such as child support. The state will want to make...
A same-sex divorce needs legal advice like any family law case
Although same-sex marriage is now legal across the country and California was at the forefront of granting these couples the same rights to marry as anyone else, a divorce in these cases can still spark confusion as to how they can be handled. Having legal advice when...
How can I get long-term spousal support in California?
When spousal support - also referred to as alimony - is determined in California, one of the biggest questions that both the prospective supporting former spouse and the supported former spouse will have surrounds the length of time for which it must be paid. Many who...
Dispute over pets in California divorce now addressed by law
Most California divorces have a dispute of some kind as part of the process. Some are contentious, others are amicable, most are in between. Property division disputes can be difficult when there are items of personal and financial value. If there are items that are...
Preparing for post-divorce financial disputes before the divorce
One of the biggest factors in a California divorce is money. Financial issues can cause stress between the parties, lead to spiraling disagreements and spark other problems that make the marriage untenable. Often, however, even in cases where the couple has navigated...
Countdown on divorce tax benefits sparks rush to complete process
When a California couple is getting a divorce, there are many issues that will be important as part of the process. Ancillary factors might not be the critical considerations, but they should be factored in as the case moves forward. Previous posts have discussed how...
Is child or spousal support paid while the divorce is pending?
For couples in California who are moving forward with a divorce, spousal support and child support are two of the most common issues that are up for dispute. What many might not realize is that there might be a requirement for these payments to be made when the case...