Ending a marriage is one of the hardest things you can go through. If you have children, there are additional layers of worry— does your split mean you’ve failed as parents? Irreparably harmed your kids? You may be afraid that you won’t know how to go it alone and manage single parenthood or co-parenting…
You and your spouse may have participated in a retirement plan during your marriage. Retirement plans include but are not limited to defined benefit plans such as pensions and defined contribution plans such as 401(k)s and Individual Retirement Accounts. Unlike a house or shares of stock, both of which can be readily valued and liquidated, a defined benefit plan represents…
Late last month, NBC Today reported that “More and more co-parents are going to court over COVID-19 vaccines for children.” Even in some intact marriages, Covid has exposed and exacerbated ideological differences between spouses, but these conflicts can be especially complicated for divorced parents with children. Covid-19 has raised new issues in custody battles…
As we approach the final weeks of 2021, Californians are all too familiar with the risk of wildfires during this time of year. CAL FIRE reports our state’s ongoing series of wildfires have burned more than 3 million acres across the state in the past 11 months. The destruction of lives and property caused…
Divorce is difficult and painful even when both spouses agree that it’s the best thing to do. But what happens when only one partner wants to end a marriage? Can one spouse stop the other from obtaining a divorce? First of all, it’s essential to know that if you have reached the difficult decision…
Over the last 18 months, we’ve all been through cycles of feeling exhausted and raw, stressed and scared, grieving and just trying to get through each day. And that affects our marriages and families. If your marriage has struggled or fallen apart during this challenging time, you’re not alone, and you may be wondering…
Infidelity is one of the leading causes of divorce. According to the American Psychological Association, it’s the reason for the split in 20-40% of all divorces, and some studies rank it as the 2nd most common cause. But does cheating always mean having a sexual relationship with someone outside the marriage? Can someone be…
Divorce is the most significant financial transaction of most people’s lives, so it’s critical to have a plan to pay for it. Many people are not prepared for the fees when they file for a divorce, including the cost of mediation, parent education classes, counseling sessions, and forensic accounting. A contested divorce can cost upwards…
Sorting out custody and visitation can be one of the most challenging, contentious, and emotional aspects of any divorce. The court’s job is always to protect the best interests of the child. In many cases, this means that the parenting agreement or custody and visitation order establishes some level of shared responsibility and time to…
What percentage of your practice is devoted to family law? Family law matters are often emotionally charged and complicated. It’s essential to find a lawyer specializing in divorce, custody, visitation, property division, and prenuptial agreements. Our firm’s practice is entirely devoted to family law. How long have you practiced family law? Our firm understands…
