Splitting up from your child’s other parent is a major life decision that affects you and the children. Even though your romantic relationship with your ex might be over, you and your ex will still have to speak to each other as you raise the children. It may not be...
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What you should know about gaslighting during divorce
Going through a divorce is hard enough without the added stress of being manipulated. If your spouse twists facts, denies what happened or makes you question your memory, you might be dealing with gaslighting. This tactic is common in relationships where one person...
Are child wishes considered in California child custody cases?
California courts prioritize the child's best interests in custody cases. Part of this evaluation includes considering the child's own wishes. Understanding how these preferences factor into custody decisions can help parents manage expectations. How courts consider...
What counts as violating a protection order?
When you are dealing with a protection order during or after a divorce, the rules can feel strict. You are told not to make contact, but this can be conflicting when you are both still raising a child. Life does not stop because of legal boundaries. You still have...
Can you keep the marital home in a divorce?
The marital home is often one of the largest assets that individuals have to handle when they’re going through a divorce. For many people, the marital home is more than just a piece of property. It’s a significant financial investment that holds years of memories. If...
2 common challenges co-parents face
Co-parenting is a challenging undertaking, partially because you have to work with your ex to raise your children. It’s possible that the issues that led to the divorce may creep up while you’re dealing with each other, so you’ll have to do your best to keep your...
Can your spouse tell you to leave the house during a divorce?
The divorce process does not happen overnight. It can be months after you file for divorce before your marriage is officially dissolved. During this time, many couples will live separately. It can be very stressful for them to live together, and there may be...
How do courts define parental alienation?
When one parent tries to turn a child against the other, courts take it seriously. This behavior, called parental alienation, can harm the child and damage their relationship with both parents. California family courts look closely at signs of this conduct when making...
Signs your spouse is hiding assets in divorce
Financial trust often starts crumbling in the lead-up to a divorce. Your once financially transparent spouse may start acting secretive or making unusual transactions that don’t quite add up. Maybe they claim money is tight while still affording luxuries, or they...
Gray divorce continues to rise
For many Americans, the divorce rate has been falling for some time. It did spike in the 1970s, largely due to the introduction of no-fault divorce laws. These laws made divorce easier and increased its prevalence. However, that was a short-term spike, and the rate...