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Divorce can shake up your finances in unexpected ways. Your credit score can get hit during this process. Understanding how divorce impacts your credit in California is crucial for protecting your financial future. How does joint debt affect your credit during...
The journey to finalizing a divorce and child custody matters is long, but it can bring peace knowing it's done. However, the legal process concerning your children doesn't end there. Life gets in the way. Circumstances change and you may need to pivot. This can bring...
Going through a divorce can be emotionally devastating, and effective communication with your attorney is crucial. Clear communication ensures a smoother process. Here are some essential tips to enhance your communication and collaboration: Prepare for your meetings...
Separating from your partner is challenging, especially when you have children. One of your most pressing concerns might be how you could handle child expenses before the court issues the support order. Let's explore some helpful strategies to manage this delicate...
Mental health can significantly impact child custody decisions. Courts focus on the child's best interests when determining custody arrangements, and a parent's mental health can play a crucial role in these decisions. Understanding how mental health issues affect...
Every parent's worst nightmare is facing a medical emergency involving their child. But for divorced parents, this already difficult situation can become even more fraught with uncertainty. Who has the legal authority to make life-altering medical decisions? The law...
California passed SB 343 on September 1, 2024, significantly changing child support calculations. This new law aims to make child support fairer and more aligned with some parents' financial capacity today. California residents should know how these changes might...
As you approach your golden years, you might face an unexpected challenge: divorce. Gray divorce, or divorce among couples aged 50 and older, is becoming increasingly common. One of the most complex aspects of this process is property division. The complexity of...
Divorce often brings emotional turmoil, but when domestic violence enters the picture, the stakes rise dramatically. California's "dominant aggressor" law changes how these cases unfold, especially during divorce proceedings. This law aims to protect victims and...
Divorce can be a difficult process for any couple, but same-sex couples may face unique challenges. If you are in a same-sex marriage and considering divorce, mediation could be a valuable alternative to traditional litigation. Below are reasons why mediation might be...