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Pets & Divorce
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PREMARITAL AGREEMENTS - Part III
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PREMARITAL AGREEMENTS - Part II
PREMARITAL AGREEMENTS - Part I
PROTECTIVE ORDERS
What to Expect During Divorce Mediation
January
STEP-PARENT VISITATION RIGHTS
SETTING ASIDE JUDGMENTS
SHOULD I ASK FOR JOINT OR SOLE LEGAL CUSTODY?
Is it Time to Get a Divorce?
When is an Annulment Possible in California?
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Mediation vs. Litigation – Which Is Right for Your Case?
What You Need to Know About Modifying Child Support
November
Are Military Divorces Handled Differently?
When Is My Divorce Final?
Substance Abuse Evaluations in Family Law
October
Social Media & Divorce: Why They Don't Mix
Can My Spouse Refuse to Move Out During the Divorce?
September
Telling Your Friends and Family About Your Divorce
How to Protect Your Retirement When You Divorce
July
Divorce Tips for Older Couples
Post-Divorce Actions Every Divorcee Should Take
June
Ways That Divorce Can Affect Children
Helpful Tips on Negotiating Alimony for a California Divorce
May
Tips for Fathers Fighting for Custody
How to Tell Your Kids You Are Divorcing
Does Cheating Affect a Divorce in California?
April
Common Myths About Divorce
February
Should I Date Before My Divorce Is Over?
Child Custody Mistakes to Avoid
2016
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Divorce and the Presidential Office
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What to Bring to Your Divorce Consultation
Protecting Your Children During Your Divorce
September
Health Insurance Coverage as Form of Child Support
Who Keeps the Engagement Ring?
The Effect of Reconciliation on Divorce Proceedings
Back to School and Other Costs For Children- Who Pays?
When To Go To Court Over Child Custody
Dependent Adult Custody Orders
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What is a Mandatory Settlement Conference?
August
What is a Transmutation Agreement?
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Passports for Minor Children
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Bifurcation of Marital Status
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Tips for Getting Divorced in 2016
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Marital Debts After Separation
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Guardian ad Litem and Conservatorships in Family Law Cases
Handling Objections to Family Law Subpoenas
Proposed Family Law Legislation for 2016
March
Renewing Your Restraining Order Based on Past Violations
Attorney Liens: What is a FLARPL?
February
Duty to Support Adult Children
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California Appellate Court Affirms Extensive Grandparent Visitation
Termination of Spousal Support
Setting Aside a Child Support Order from DCSS
California on its Way to Becoming a Majority-Single State
Collecting Property or Support on a Divorce Judgment
An App to Reduce Child Support Conflicts
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Gavron Warnings for Spousal Support
Divorce and Insurance Policies
New Family Law Legislation in California
2015
December
Update on Kelly Rutherford Custody Battle
November
Commonly Used Acronyms and Terms in Family Court
Update: California Court Orders Destruction of Frozen Embryos
Can Parents Waive Child Support?
When One Spouse Sells the Family Home During a Divorce
Creating a Parenting Plan
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The Annulment Process
Khloe Kardashian Makes Medical Decisions for Lamar Odem While in Coma
Tips for Making Custody More Child-Focused
Chris Brown Wins Custody of his Daughter
Vocational Evaluations in Support Proceedings
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Using Technology to Communicate in High Conflict Parenting
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Custody of Frozen Embryos After Divorce
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Custody and Visitation Rights for Grandparents
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2015
Commonly Used Acronyms and Terms in Family Court
Reading about legal matters and family court processes can mean coming across unfamiliar words and abbreviations. The terms and acronyms explained below are commonly used in family court. Arrearage Child or spousal support that is overdue or unpaid. A party that has arrearages is “in arrears.” ATRO’s: Automatic Temporary Restraining Orders Orders that go into effect upon the filing of a petition ...
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Nov
2015
Update: California Court Orders Destruction of Frozen Embryos
In California’s first decision to address the fate of frozen embryos after a couple’s divorce , a state judge in San Francisco on Wednesday ordered the destruction of five embryos after a man challenged his ex-wife’s right to use them. The woman, Mimi C. Lee, a 46-year-old cancer survivor, argued that she would not have another chance to bear biological children. Dr. Lee, an anesthesiologist, ...
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Nov
2015
Can Parents Waive Child Support?
Parents often ask if it’s possible to waive child support from their ex-spouse. The reasons for waiving child support vary: Some parents want to come to a settlement as quick as possible, and want to avoid a long argument over the child support amount. Others fear that if they request child support, the other parent will want to increase their custody timeshare , or decrease spousal support . Some ...
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Nov
2015
When One Spouse Sells the Family Home During a Divorce
California is a community property state . This means that everything acquired during the marriage is considered community property. The marriage starts from date of marriage and ends on the date of separation. If property is not characterized as community property, then it is characterized as one spouse’s separate property. Regardless of the characterization of the property, once a Petitioner for ...
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Nov
2015
Creating a Parenting Plan
“What a distressing contrast there is between the radiant intelligence of the child and the feeble mentality of the average adult.” – Sigmund Freud Children need love, affection and guidance from both parents. During a divorce , many parents can lose sight of their children’s needs and become more focused on “winning” custody. What they must remember is that their children cannot be won and ...
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