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It is not unusual for a person in California to become a stepparent without going through the usual process of legally adopting the children of a spouse's previous relationship. A lot of times, it's a role that is just taken on by virtue of the demands of the new...
Domestic violence is never OK. But not every instance of violence in family interactions amounts to domestic violence. That being so, you would expect that it would be easier to know where the line is so that it no one would cross it. Unfortunately, it's not easy....
Child custody disputes aren't always part and parcel to a split by parents. They do occur, however. And as we noted in a post back in August, when they develop, family courts in California may order a custody evaluation. What this entails is an investigation by a...
The divorce rate in America climbed significantly in latter half of the 20th century. There were many reasons for this, including a greater percentage of women feeling economically secure (by working outside the home) and waning social and religious stigma associated...
A good deal of intelligence does not guarantee smarts when it comes to making decisions in divorce, especially when complex property division issues are at stake. Even in California, where it might seem that community property rules would make division issues simpler,...
Residency is a necessity in a CA divorce, except when it's not As of just a few years ago, same-sex couples have come to enjoy a growing level of equality when it comes to marriage and divorce. California could arguably be in the forefront of states trying to even the...
Divorce is not always an easy process. If parents are splitting, the resolution of child custody, visitation, support and more can all become points of contention. This is something with which experienced family law attorneys in California are very familiar. Still,...
Finding your way out of a domestic violence situation can mean lining up all of the resources that you think you will need before you make a move. Having a place to go and the means to support yourself and your children once you leave can be crucial elements to making...
In highly contested child custody cases, it is natural for parents to point out rather vehemently the shortcomings of the other parent. Parents in these situations have a misguided belief that putting out the other’s “dirty laundry” will help them emerge as the better...
If you are recovering from Thanksgiving battles with your soon to be ex-spouse or significant other over parenting time (or parenting styles) the upcoming holiday season is probably something you are not looking forward to. The holiday season can bring out the best in...