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When it comes to alimony, California residents may think that there's only one type of alimony that exists. However, there are actually several different types of alimony that a judge could award to one party in the marriage. The type that's awarded depends on what...
Co-parenting in California isn't easy, and many parents tend to forget that it's not about what's best for them but what's best for the child. It can be difficult, but you can't create an effective parenting plan until you put aside your differences and work directly...
Occasionally, a psychologist might be called to act during a California child custody case. The psychologist's exact duties can vary, but typically they interview the parents to decide who can offer the child a better standard of living. They might even offer the...
When you file for divorce in California, it might be safe to assume that you keep your debts and your spouse keeps their debts. However, it isn't always that easy. California is a community law state, meaning that all debts and assets are divided evenly during a...
Child custody disputes in California can get heated. If the parents turn against each other, they might do everything in their power to keep the other parent from getting custody of their child. They might resort to personal attacks or false accusations or try to pit...
While fewer young couples in California are filing for divorce, couples over 50 are getting divorced more than ever. Filing for divorce at an older age can help a person break free of a toxic or stagnant relationship and move on with their life. However, it also comes...
Discovery is a legal term that refers to the sharing of information by both parties in a legal dispute. California family courts require discovery during divorce proceedings so that fair decisions are made regarding dividing assets and reaching appropriate...
If you have children with a former spouse or partner, California law generally requires you to pay child support. This may be true even if you have joint custody of your children or spend time in jail or another institutional setting while a child support order is in...
With divorce remaining commonplace throughout the country, the concept of how assets are divided between divorced partners continues to be an important topic. Most people are aware of the process of splitting up property ownership, existing financial assets and more...
Joint custody is the term used to explain what happens when a California court decides that both parents will become equally responsible for the care and guardianship of a child after a divorce. A shared custody agreement can become a little complicated to navigate at...