Divorce and Family Law Blog

May 27, 2016 / Child Custody

Changes to California’s Foster Care System

There are some significant changes coming to California’s foster care system. In 2017 California’s foster care homes will be shutting down, or at a minimum changing because of legislation passed in September of last year. The bill seeks to improve the state’s foster care system and encourage family based placements for children rather than group […]

May 22, 2016 / Divorce

Celebrity Divorce and Intellectual Property Division

In recent weeks, rumors have been swirling about the divorce of one of rock’s most famous couples. Depending on which gossip column you read, Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne are considering a divorce, are considering a separation, or are planning on staying together. While the gossip changes daily, one thing that will not change in the […]

May 15, 2016 / Paternity

Prince’s Paternity Action

In recent weeks, the news has been full of stories surrounding the singer Prince’s death. In the latest addition to the saga, a man has claimed that he is the late artist’s son and wants a paternity test. If the man’s relationship to the singer can be proved by clear and convincing evidence, he would […]

April 15, 2016 / Child Custody / Divorce

Social Media’s Impact on Family Court Proceedings

According to some studies five new Facebook profiles are generated every second and nearly 6,000 tweets are sent out per second. In a number that has almost certainly increased since the study’s release, a 2011 research study indicated that there were 18,747,420 Facebook users in California. This meant that nearly one out of every two […]

April 2, 2016 / Child Custody

Child Custody and the Indian Child Welfare Act

In recent weeks, California has exploded with news stories about a small child named Lexi. Lexi, at first review, is much like any other kindergarten student. She loves playing in her yard, horses, and drawing. However, unlike many other children her age, Lexi’s name has gotten national media attention due to a unique child custody […]

March 30, 2016 / Spousal Support

Understanding Family Law – Spousal Support in California

Californians may see the opportunity to change the way alimony works in their state in November 2016. This change would come about if a Los Angeles area man can get 365,880 signatures from registered voters. The man’s petition calls for the California Legislature to end the award of alimony during divorce and annulment proceedings, and only […]

August 9, 2015 / Divorce / Marriage / Pre/Post Nuptial Agreements

Are You in Need of a Premarital Agreement?

When contemplating marriage, couples often consider entering into an agreement or contract that divides assets upon a divorce. Whether you know it as a premarital agreement or a prenuptial agreement, the very thought of it can have one running for the hills. But are premarital agreements REALLY that bad? When most couples discuss a premarital […]

August 8, 2015 / Divorce

Fraud in Divorce Settlements

We know the story all too well: Together you and your spouse build a company from the bottom up. The company is making a considerable amount of money. Later, after all of the blood, sweat, and tears, you realize that you and your spouse are no longer in sync. One of you requests a divorce […]

June 9, 2015 / Divorce

How Social Media is Reshaping Divorce

Over the past decade, social media has grown to permeate all aspects of daily life. Increasingly, that includes the realm of divorce. Posts, tweets, and other activities on a range of social media platforms are impacting divorce cases in Los Angeles and throughout the country. As attorneys specializing in Los Angeles divorce cases, we see the […]

June 7, 2015 / Child Custody / Divorce

When Child Custody Goes International

Conflicts over child custody in a divorce are hard enough when the parties live near each other. When the separating spouses live primarily in two different countries, however, things can become much more complicated in a hurry. If you need help with child custody matters, call Berenji Divorce & Family Law Group today for a […]