Offering Compassionate Legal Representation To Help Families Overcome Separations
Splitting up means dividing more than just your home and finances. Your digital life can be just as tangled. From shared passwords to cloud storage and smart devices, technology also has a big role in how couples stay connected, even when they no longer want to be. If...
Several things have to happen when you end a marriage. One of these is that you and your ex have to divide the assets and debts that you amassed during the marriage. This isn’t always easy, partly because some assets invoke emotions in you. As you’re going through...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
