Divorce and Family Law Blog

January 24, 2022 / Divorce

California Divorce Lawyer – How to Hire One

When you’re going through a divorce in California, one of the first and most important decisions you have to make is choosing a divorce attorney. Selecting an experienced and knowledgeable attorney can make a huge difference in your marital settlement agreement. It can help you reach favorable resolutions on issues like property division, child custody, […]

January 21, 2022 / Divorce

Can My Family Get Compensated for My Car Accident Claim if We Are Going Through a Divorce?

Being involved in a car accident can be overwhelming, frustrating, and painful. The situation can be even worse if you are going through a divorce at the same time. The divorce action raises issues regarding who has a right to compensation for a car accident when the accident victim is going through a divorce. The […]

January 20, 2022 / Family Law

Who is the Affiant When Signing an Affidavit? Is it a Witness to the Signatures, or Person at Office You are Submitting To

An affidavit is a document someone signs to swear to the truth of facts stated in the document. You might sign an affidavit if you are involved in a legal proceeding. Or, you may ask others to sign affidavits if you need them to support your claims. For example, perhaps you’re involved in a child […]

December 10, 2021 / Family Law

What’s Attorney Client Privilege?

An attorney can only provide their clients with proper representation if their clients trust them. A client may need to share sensitive information with an attorney to maximize their chances of winning a case. If a client can’t trust their attorney with sensitive information, they may harm their case. This is why the concept of […]

December 7, 2021 / Divorce

How to Serve Divorce Papers

After making the decision to end your marriage, filling out the necessary paperwork, and filing it with the court, there’s another important step to take — serving the divorce papers to your spouse. When you’re ready to move forward in the divorce process, there are specific legal requirements. Can I Just Hand My Spouse the […]

December 6, 2021 / Divorce

How COVID Has Affected the Divorce Process in California

In 2020, courthouses around the country changed their processes to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission. LA County was no different. Remote hearings and e-filing became standard procedures in family law cases, including divorces, in LA County. These procedures have affected how you obtain a divorce in California. But they did not affect the substantive […]

November 17, 2021 / Divorce

Filing for Divorce Online in 2021 | Mission Is Possible

Divorce provides a solution for couples in an irretrievably broken marriage. States recognize that no one should remain in a broken marriage. California has been a leader in making divorce easier and more accessible. One way that California has facilitated divorce is through its online filing system. Couples and their lawyers can prepare and file […]

October 27, 2021 / Child Support

What is Considered Income For Child Support in California?

California law establishes a non-negotiable financial responsibility for parents. Parents must provide for their child’s needs according to their means. California uses a statewide calculator to determine what a parent owes in child support. This calculator accounts for two major factors: the amount of residential time a parent spends with a child and their income. […]

October 27, 2021 / Family Law

Can Paternity Tests Be Wrong?

Under California law, if a couple is married when a child is born, it is generally assumed that the male is the legal father of the child. However, the issue of parentage can become more complicated when two parents are not married at the time of a child’s birth. It is often necessary for a […]

September 23, 2021 / Divorce

How to Look Up Divorce Records in California

California divorce records are generally available to the public, unless a court has sealed the case. This means that most individuals can access the papers of divorce cases, including California divorce records, unless specifically restricted by the court. To be sure, the information in your divorce case could include personal details. Under some circumstances, the […]