Prince’s Paternity Action

Hossein Berenji, May 15, 2016

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 […]

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Social Media’s Impact on Family Court Proceedings

Hossein Berenji, Apr 15, 2016

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 […]

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Child Custody and the Indian Child Welfare Act

Hossein Berenji, Apr 02, 2016

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 […]

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Understanding Family Law – Spousal Support in California

Hossein Berenji, Mar 30, 2016

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 […]

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Are You in Need of a Premarital Agreement?

Hossein Berenji, Aug 09, 2015

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 […]

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