When married couples file for divorce in California, part of the divorce proceedings includes the division of property, as well as the debts owed, between the two individuals. The court will confirm a decision on these issues with a formal court order. Until a judge issues a court order, the two parties still share joint ownership of all property and debt, even if the two individuals agreed on how to
Every divorce in California involves some form of property division. When a couple marries, the property that they accumulate throughout their marriage is communal. Therefore, it must be split fairly if they decide to divorce. If you are going through a divorce in California, it is essential that you educate yourself on how property division works. That way, you can ensure that you receive what you are rightfully entitled to.
Child support is a crucial aspect of divorce and separation cases involving children in California. Child support is the financial assistance provided by the non-custodial parent to the custodial parent. It is intended to cover the expenses of raising a child, including food, housing, clothing, and education. The state of California has established child support guidelines to ensure that children are financially supported by both parents. Some parents may wonder
Child support is critical to ensuring the well-being of children after a divorce and in other cases where parents are not together. The amount of child support varies from state to state. The payments involved are based on a variety of factors. These include the income of both parents, the number of children involved, and the cost of living. Many parents who are paying or receiving child support wonder how
Divorce is never an easy decision. Most couples don’t consider divorce until they have exhausted other available resources. The process can be complicated and time-consuming, particularly depending on what state you reside in. Each state can establish its own requirements for filing a divorce, and these grounds change from state to state. Some states require a spouse to prove specific reasons for filing for a divorce. Having to provide proof
California law has specific regulations and rules to evaluate if a parent is unfit to continue their parental role for the safety of a child. Determining whether a parent is unfit involves a number of factors, such as the actions and demeanor of the parent, the status of the home environment, and the parent’s ability to provide care and protection for a child. To be deemed an unfit parent, Child
The mediation process provides a more peaceful alternative to fighting about your personal issues in court. Read more to see if divorce mediation is right for you.
Collaboration brings attorneys, mental health professionals & accountants together to resolve family issues without going to court. Read more to see if a Collaborative Divorce is right for you.
Litigation in the divorce process involves submitting issues to family court in order to resolve them with the assitance of a judge, if both parties cannot reach an agreement in other ways. Read more to see if Divorce Litigation will be needed.
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