It’s both a fact and a cliche that divorce is of the most stressful human experiences. However, the period right after the divorce for most people is equally challenging. After the divorce papers have been signed and the marriage is officially and - in most cases - irreversibly over, a person finds themselves in a completely new set of circumstances. These circumstances may relate to their housing situation, Read More

Do you need a will? According to one survey, as much as 64% of Americans don’t have one. Yet, if a person dies without a will (that is, intestate), their money and assets are distributed according to the probate laws of their state. Such distribution is called a probate process and is overseen by a judge. However, having one’s wealth divided and distributed through the probate process has some major downsides. Read More

The breakdown of a marriage and the subsequent divorce takes a great emotional and psychological toll on both spouses. However, they are not the only ones affected by the divorce. The dissolution of a marriage has a lasting negative impact on the children too. If you are currently going through a divorce or have decided that it is the only viable solution in your situation, you are likely worried about the effect Read More

If you live in California and know someone who has decided to go their separate ways from their spouse, then you’ve probably heard of an annulment as an alternative to divorce. Oftentimes, people think that they can just get an annulment instead of going through the divorce process, but that isn’t always the case. Annulments and divorces are actually two very different things. So it begs the question: What is the Read More

Getting divorced is a stressful and all-around difficult process. It often leaves at least one spouse worried that they will lose everything when all is said and done. This belief is due in large part to the many myths and sensationalist tabloid headlines that we regularly encounter about people in the public eye. Fortunately, many of these myths and stories are just that: myths and stories. Divorcing couples Read More

Planning and getting ready for marriage is a happy time. It’s one that couples often don’t want to spoil with talk about money or major plans for the future. In that vein, prenuptial agreements (a.k.a. “prenups”) are often viewed as being unromantic, and some might even think they signal distrust and something darker if their partner wants one. However, it’s important to know the truth about all of these myths that Read More

Filing a restraining order is stressful and complicated. Incorrectly filling out the paperwork, failing to obtain service, or failing to prove your case in court can have potentially life-threatening consequences. To ensure that you obtain the protection you need, consult an experienced lawyer who can guide you through the process.   California courts recognize four different types of restraining orders, but the Read More

Families separate for many different reasons: divorce, death, substance abuse, or incarceration, just to name a few. When those situations occur, most people think about which parent will get custody of the children. But what about the grandparents? Do they have legal rights? The short answer is yes, they do have certain legal rights and can seek visitation with grandchildren or even obtain custody. While every state Read More

Planning for the future should not only focus on what happens after you have passed away. Instead, it is a good idea to plan to protect your personal and financial well-being if you become incapacitated and unable to care for yourself. As an individual, you can execute documents to name someone in the event of this happening. Additionally, if there is else in your family who needs the help, then you can petition the Read More

Family law restraining orders provide protection for individuals in a relationship or marriage that have suffered abuse or harassment. They can provide for short and/or long-term protection. Restraining orders can be used for a variety of purposes including: ordering someone out of your home or to keep away from you, preventing someone from owning a firearm, or even to deal with custody issues. However, Read More