Laws change and develop over time to stay up to date. This is important because laws that made sense 100 years ago don’t always make sense today. As circumstances change, laws should change, too. New child support laws in California have been enacted in 2023 in order to ensure they are current and can cater to children’s needs as effectively as possible. When a couple has children and goes through
Many people will describe the experience of a divorce as one of life’s most stressful events, up until the death of someone they love or dealing with a serious illness. Beyond dealing with the legal complexities, a divorce will also make you question the status of your financial health, which can affect how you feel mentally. With a potential change in where you live and how you interact with your
Most people considering a divorce understand that there will be a financial impact stemming from the decision. The process of going from two incomes to one income and even determining new living arrangements can significantly impact the daily expenses of those going through a divorce. However, there are some expenses associated with a divorce that take people by surprise. These unexpected costs can range from healthcare to higher taxes. If
Going through a divorce is never easy. On top of feeling emotional distress, your mind might be clouded with a million questions, like if the time of year you officially end your marriage impacts your tax benefits. In California, whether or not you are officially married as of the last day of the year determines how you will file for that year. If your divorce is finalized by December 31st,
A divorce brings about a great deal of changes. Whether it’s for work or family, parents oftentimes must move so that they can continue to do what’s most beneficial for them and their children. However, there are certain laws surrounding a parent’s right to relocate their child when custody orders are in place. For any parents involved in a separation or divorce, it’s fundamental that you understand your rights to
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
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 assistance 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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