Getting a divorce can be a long and sometimes arduous process. It might not be obvious what the procedure looks like. Here is a general outline of the steps and method to divorcing your spouse.Basic timeline Summons and Petition: The summons states the divorce is...
Month: May 2018
What’s wrong with keeping my home in a divorce?
If you are like many people in California who are facing the end of your marriage, you may feel a strong urge to keep your family home. This can be very understandable, especially if you have children who still live at home. The desire to maintain stability for the...
What do parents need to know about parenting schedules?
When you and your wife get divorced in California, one of the things you must consider is how you will divide your children's time. When both of you want to be actively involved in your kid's lives, it is important to establish a parenting plan that will give you both...
Yes, you can spend child support money on non-essentials
At the , we understand that divorced Californians often do not get along with their ex-spouses. In many cases, parenting is a difficult issue that can cause conflict, especially regarding money. As the parent who receives child support, you...
Mediation for same-sex couples
At the , we understand that when you and your same-sex partner seek a California divorce, our laws may or may not apply to your specific situation. Many state laws do not fully consider the special problems that you and other same-sex...
Escaping from domestic violence requires planning
Many marriages are unhappy and end in divorce. However, at the , we understand that for some people in California and elsewhere, seeking an end to a miserable marriage can be dangerous. If you hope to get out of an abusive relationship, you...
Factors that affect whether you receive spousal support
Ending a marriage is not an easy thing to do, particularly if you are financially dependent on your soon-to-be ex-spouse. You can be scared about where you will live, what you will do to pay the bills and how you will provide the things that your children need. This...
