What are some of the best strategies for supporting your children through a divorce in North County San Diego? Many psychologists focus on helping the child to see the divorce as a change of circumstances and not the end of the world. This perspective combined with both parents remaining emotionally as well as physically involved in the child’s life are…
How should you handle a restraining order in a Carlsbad divorce What impact will domestic violence allegations have upon your divorce? Can restraining orders affect child custody and parenting time? Domestic violence is a serious issue, and Burke & Domercq is concerned about the protection and safety of all parties and the children in these situations. There are genuine instances…
What is a QDRO and why is a QDRO important in a Carlsbad divorce? A Qualified Domestic Relations Order or QDRO is a legal document which allows the administrator of a retirement plan such as a 401(k) to actually act upon the orders of a judge in a Carlsbad, Oceanside, Encinitas or North County divorce. Retirement accounts, or at least…
What is a gray divorce in Carlsbad or North County San Diego? The term “Gray Divorce” has gained a lot of visibility in the past several years. Gray divorce refers to cases when the parties are 50 years of age or older. There were concerns in recent studies which showed gray divorce had doubled over the past 30 years. It…
One of the first issues Burke & Domercq, APC often manages for our clients is the request for an order of temporary spousal support in a North County divorce. The court recognizes the need to maintain a fairly level playing field between the spouses during a divorce, and there are many grounds to request an award of temporary spousal support…
Did you know that managing your emotions in the divorce will save time and money while enhancing peace of mind? Let’s be candid – divorce is a very emotional thing for most people. This isn’t going to be easy, but you can make a few choices which will make the experience easier for you to bear. One of the many…
What are the challenges associated with getting divorced later in life in Carlsbad and North County San Diego? While divorce rates have generally declined over the years, there is one age group in which divorces have actually increased. People aged 50 and over are more likely to get divorced now than they were back in 1990. California couples may want…
Are you interested in North County or Carlsbad family law and divorce mediation? It is important to speak with one of the most recommended and experienced Carlsbad family law mediators with decades of service. Mediation is an efficient, timely and cost-effective tool for resolving differences and disputes during the divorce process and post-decree as well. Mediation is usually much less…
What are your options for responding to a divorce petition in Carlsbad or North County San Diego? What happens if you don’t answer the petition at all? Either party in a California marriage has the right to file a petition for divorce. You officially become the respondent when the petition and a summons are served. The first choice you have…
What happens if you aren’t satisfied with the orders of a North County Family Law Judge? This question embodies an important issue for those who have just come out of a ruling, and for those who have yet to begin the divorce process. There is rarely a “win” or “lose” decision in family law. Our Judges seek a fair “middle…