Divorce and Family Law Blog

August 21, 2016 / Child Custody

Grandparents’ Rights for Custody and Visitation in California

Are you a grandparent? Do you wish to have visitation rights with your grandchild or grandchildren? This may be a possibility here in California. However, and as discussed in detail below, certain requirements must be met before you, the grandparent, can be granted such visitation rights. This process can be convoluted. For this reason, it […]

August 16, 2016 / Spousal Support

Alimony in California

While the facts of any separation or divorce can vary greatly, generally one thing that remains constant is the that one spouse will get some form of spousal support, whether it be long-term or temporary, to allow him or her to maintain the lifestyle enjoyed during the marriage. Every state has unique laws for the […]

August 14, 2016 / Community Property / Divorce

California’s Community Property Law

California is a community property state and one of only nine community property states in the United States. The others include Arizona, Idaho, Louisiana, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas, Washington, and Wisconsin. Most of the states follow an equitable distribution theory. In California, as well as in the other community property states, when two individuals marry, […]

August 8, 2016 / Divorce

Top 7 Things to Consider When Hiring a Los Angeles Divorce Attorney

Hiring a divorce attorney in Los Angeles can be a daunting task. Given the amount of attorneys to choose from, it can be hard to know if you’re making the right decision. With that in mind, we put together a list of things you should consider when hiring a divorce lawyer. 1. How long have […]

August 6, 2016 / Divorce

Top 5 Things to Consider When Seeking a Divorce in Los Angeles

If you’re thinking about getting a divorce and live in the Los Angeles area, we put together the top 5 things you should consider before proceeding. 1. Where to file in Los Angeles There are 12 family law court locations throughout Los Angeles County, with the downtown courthouse located at: Stanley Mosk Courthouse111 North […]

August 2, 2016 / Divorce

Pet Custody After a Divorce in Los Angeles

We often consider pets to be part of the family. While divorcing couples often consider arrangements when it comes to changes in child custody and other family matters, many families often do not consider family pets and how ownership of these pets may change during a divorce. Pet custody disputes are on the rise according […]

August 1, 2016 / Divorce

How Much Will it Cost to Start My Family Law Case in Los Angeles?

One of the first questions people often ask when they seek a divorce lawyer’s assistance is ‘How much will my case cost?’ Unfortunately, the answer given is often unsatisfactory because it can be vague. At the outset of a case, it is difficult to determine an exact dollar amount a person will be charged because […]

July 30, 2016 / Legal Separation

Grandparent Visitation in California

Grandparents can play an incredibly important role in the development of young children. Having many positive figures involved in raising a child can lead to better child development and a more supportive environment in which to raise the child. However, there are certain cases in which a child’s parents or guardian decides that he or […]

July 12, 2016 / Child Custody

Serving as a Legal Guardian in California

Serving as a legal guardian for a child can be an incredibly rewarding experience. Despite the positive experiences that can come from serving as a guardian, there are also many responsibilities involved. In California, a legal guardian is anyone who is an adult whom the court gives the authority to provide care for a child […]

July 11, 2016 / Domestic Partnership

California Same-Sex Marriage Update

Same-sex marriages have a long global history dating back to Roman times, however, they have just recently become recognized in the United States and around the world. While the recognition of same-sex marriages is relatively new, the challenges many same-sex couples face are similar to those of many heterosexual couples, such as divorce, property division, […]