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...
Month: September 2020
When a parent can get a child support modification
Before a parent asks for a child support modification in California, they need to understand the rules that apply. Changes to the child support order do not happen in response to small increases or decreases in income. Instead, a parent needs to have a substantial...
Divorce can be harder than it has to be
Even when a divorce, ultimately, is the right decision for a California couple to make, the process of divorce is, at best, a very difficult challenge. This situation is even more exacerbated when children are involved. However, there are considerations that are...
When your child wants to live elsewhere
As a California parent coping with the aftermath of a divorce, you are likely dealing with your share of adversity. This can become even worse when your child informs you that they want to switch their primary residence. Regardless of whether they want to move to or...
Inheritances don’t have to be divided in divorce settlements
There is no requirement to include a future inheritance in a California divorce settlement. This is because it is generally considered to be separate property that is not subject to property division law. However, you are free to discuss the possibility of dividing it...