Divorce and Family Law Blog

November 30, 2020 / Mediation

Mediation with Family Court Services Versus a Private Mediator

If you file a family law case that includes child custody matters, it is essential to understand the difference between Family Court Services and private mediation. There are significant differences that can impact the outcome of your custody case. Mediation through Family Court Services might be required. Also, the mediation could have substantial input in […]

November 29, 2020 / Child Custody

What is a De Facto Parent?

One of the most contentious and challenging aspects of any family law case is determining custody of the children. California family law judges operate under the principle that joint custody is in the best interest of minor children. Obviously, there are exceptions to this rule. If one or both of the parents of the child […]

November 28, 2020 / Divorce

How to Find Cheap Divorce Lawyers

Divorce can be expensive. In fact, in California, the cost of a divorce can climb well past $10,000 per spouse. The price can get even higher if matters such as child custody and determining how best to divide joint property are contested. With the prospect of a huge bill looming large, many individuals will try […]

November 18, 2020 / Child Support

Child Support Arrears

All parents in California are obligated to support their children financially until those children reach the age of majority, 18 in California. When parents separate or divorce, that obligation continues. The issue of child support is often a substantial one between divorcing parents. All divorces and legal separations must include child support orders if there […]

November 10, 2020 / Domestic Violence

How to File a Restraining Order in California

While no one hopes or imagines they will ever need to file a restraining order, the truth is that it can be necessary for just about anyone. In many cases a restraining order can be required to protect an individual from someone who is close to them (in California these are known as domestic violence […]

November 2, 2020 / Spousal Support

What’s the Difference Between Alimony vs. Spousal Support?

Spousal support or alimony is a payment from one spouse to another spouse. It is intended to assist a spouse who did not work during the marriage or earns much less than the other spouse in providing for their financial needs after the divorce. When a couple separates or divorces, financial support is a common […]

October 20, 2020 / Divorce

Order to Show Cause – Request for Orders

Parties who have filed their petitions with the family court seeking a divorce, grandparent rights, modifications of orders, paternity, or other relief may have to wait months for a hearing. Unfortunately, some matters might be pressing and cannot wait for months to be resolved. In those cases, the family court uses Requests for Orders or […]

October 7, 2020 / Divorce

7 Signs it is Time For a Divorce

Only two people know when it is time for a divorce – you and your partner. However, people you know who observe you and your spouse might know before you do that your marriage is ending. It is often easier to spot the warning signs of divorce when you are outside looking into the relationship […]

September 30, 2020 / Child Custody

How to Request a Drug Test in Your Child Custody Case

Requesting a drug test can be a particularly useful piece of ammunition in a child custody case, especially if you are seeking full, rather than joint custody. If you know that your former partner is using drugs that could put your child in harm’s way, requesting a drug test can ensure your child stays in […]

September 15, 2020 / Divorce

Dr. Dre Asked to Pay Nearly $2 Million a Month in Alimony

Nicole Young and Dr. Dre are getting divorced. Young filed for divorce from Dre in June. They have been married for 24 years. The divorce appears to be contentious, with both sides filing documents with the court with various allegations. In the latest filing by Young, she is seeking temporary spousal support of almost $2 […]