Divorce and Family Law Blog

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, […]

July 5, 2016 / Child Support

Child Support Services in Los Angeles

As we recently celebrated Father’s Day, we were able to reflect on what it means to be a father and what responsibilities come with being a parent. One of the largest responsibilities for a father in the state of California is ensuring that his children are properly supported. This support, while it includes things like […]

May 27, 2016 / Child Custody / Child Support / Divorce

Family Law Issues with an Incarcerated Spouse or Parent

From the famous Alcatraz to the notorious San Quentin prison, prisons in California have had a substantial place in California’s culture, and a serious role in the lives of many of California’s residents. As of last week, there were 179,612 inmates in the California Department of Corrections system. While we are not criminal defense lawyers, […]

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 […]