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
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...
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...
Full parental rights for unmarried fathers
Parental rights issues continue to come up in courtrooms and legislatures. Many years ago, fathers did not always have an easy path for gaining visitation and custody rights. Over time, however, things changed. In California, a father can now seek equity under the law...
Divorce and the need for financial planning
Financial planners provide helpful assistance to clients on many fiscal fronts. Putting money away for savings or devising a more prudent budget isn't always easy, and when a person also faces a divorce, financial matters could become even more complicated. Exploring...
What to avoid when a divorce is looming
In an ideal divorce, both spouses will be honest about their financial situations and make an effort to ensure that their assets are handled fairly. However, separating couples in California may want to take steps to protect their finances. First, a soon-to-be ex...
When a parent wants to relocate after divorce
When parents in California get a divorce, they must decide what to do about child custody or go to court where a judge will decide. The situation will become much more complicated if the custodial parent decides to relocate with the child. Parents who are considering...
An angry ex-spouse can cause chaos
An angry ex-spouse can turn a California divorce upside down and make it into a very stressful event. This is even if one spouse has the best of intentions and wants to settle. However, the anger can motivate one spouse to act out of spite, and that can carry through...
Documents that may be useful in a divorce case
Generally speaking, a California divorce attorney will have an easier time representing your interests when you provide the information he or she asks for. In most cases, your legal representative will need any information that can help to verify your household income...
How virtual visitation can work for parents and children
Virtual visitation may be an option for some parents in California after a divorce. It is particularly common if one parent has to relocate. Virtual visitation can allow children and parents to connect in a way they would not otherwise be able to. However, virtual...
