How is business ownership valuation divided in a Carlsbad divorce? How do you establish and then ultimately divide the community property interest in a business or professional practice in a North County or Carlsbad divorce case? In these cases, a “valuation” of the business or professional practice ownership must first be agreed upon or established by the Court. Once the…
Carlsbad and North County child custody and parenting time issues can be some of the most emotionally challenging and legally complex issues associated with family law. The experienced Carlsbad child custody attorneys at Burke and Domercq have decades of experience in these matters. We protect the interests of our clients, and work to accomplish their goals and objectives in legal…
How can modern technology such as your cell phone impact your Carlsbad divorce? Electronic trails may help to prove the existence of non-disclosed financial accounts, domestic violence and the existence of emotional abuse and controlling behaviors. What information can electronic records provide and how could it affect crucial outcomes such as child custody or property division? Text messages and emails…
Do you need help balancing issues of paternity in Carlsbad and North County San Diego? Paternity is one of the many aspects of family law that require the advice of a seasoned and proven lawyer. Paternity issues can be emotional and challenging for both unmarried parents before and after the arrival of a child. The mother may be concerned with…
What are some cost effective strategies for a Carlsbad divorce? Many Californians attempt to file their own divorce, but more than half of these wind up hiring an attorney to complete the process. There are simply too many details to resolve, and every aspect of the settlement agreement, parenting plan, support payments and distribution of retirement accounts must be accurate…
How long does it take to obtain a North County or Carlsbad divorce? Lets begin that answer with some minimum time frames. Before you may file for a divorce you must be a resident of San Diego County for three months and a California resident for six months. Once the case is filed, California requires a six month “cooling off”…
How does remarriage affect child and spousal support payments in Carlsbad and North County family law courts? What usually happens in these cases? Lets begin with the conversation regarding child support. California family law was modified in the early 1990’s to specify that the Court cannot consider the income of a new spouse or non-marital partner (i.e. living together) as…
What is Goodwill as it relates to business ownership in a Carlsbad divorce? Goodwill is an important component in the valuation of a business ownership or professional practice in a North County or Carlsbad divorce. Goodwill is an inherent part of many businesses, and while it may not have a precisely measurable value, the intrinsic value of Goodwill must be…
Family law courts here in Carlsbad and throughout San Diego require the parties to go through mediation prior to appearing before the Judge or Magistrate. What is mediation? How does mediation help with a divorce and make the experience more dignified and cost effective? Mediation is a process that is intended to remove some of the hostility and emotion from…
When is spousal support an issue in a North County or Carlsbad divorce case? Not every case contains spousal support or alimony (as it is often referred to). What types of cases typically involve spousal support? In general terms, spousal support is applied when one of the parties will be placed in a more challenging economic position than the other…