In many ways, raising teenagers is more hands-off than caring for younger children. Teenagers are largely capable of meeting their own needs and following basic rules, unlike younger children. However, there's a trade-off for the reduction in the direct supervision...
There is a reason child custody orders are not permanent. A substantial change in the child’s or parent’s life in the future may warrant a revision of the existing order, which is why the law allows modifications. Therefore, with sufficient reasons, a court can modify...
Divorce rates are dropping in the U.S. as years go by. According to a 2019 report, California was among the states with the lowest number of divorces at a rate of 6.50% of divorced women per 1,000 married individuals. This may be because people are now waiting longer...
Divorcing is tough. It may be a legal process but it’s also one that’s full of emotion and is personal to everyone involved. When it comes to dividing up your things, it can turn into a battle when you can’t agree. When you’ve accrued a number of rental properties...
Do you know what a domestic asset protection trust is? If you don't and your spouse does, you could face problems when you go to divorce. While California does not recognize these trusts, residents of the state may set one up in another state to prevent their spouse...
The discovery process is a crucial part of any divorce proceedings. As the name suggests, the discovery process involves unearthing relevant information about the marriage and the divorcing couple. There are several stages involved in the discovery process, and it is...
The term “high asset” divorce is used when a separated couple has a number of jointly owned assets that are of significant value. What’s not clear is just exactly what a couple needs to have for their divorce to be considered high asset or high net worth in nature. Is...
The process of divorce and child custody is challenging for any couple to go through. Especially when assets and children are involved, it is crucial to understand the process and what is coming if you divorce your spouse through the traditional court system....
Parents must ensure they have a parenting plan that’s suited for their children. Many parents don’t stop to think about how the parenting plan will need to adjust as the children get older and more mature. Those who have teenagers at home will need a parenting plan...
Often, custodial parents want to modify their child support order because they have suffered a financial crisis or a loss of income. Many non-custodial parents need a modification for the same reasons. California family courts understand that circumstances can change...