What is a deposition in a Carlsbad divorce and what steps should you take to prepare for any deposition in your case? A deposition is a somewhat formal question and answer process which is usually transcribed by a court reporter. The deposition begins with the party taking an oath to testify truthfully under the penalties of perjury, just like many…
Deposition
What is Discovery in a San Diego Divorce?
What is discovery in a San Diego divorce? Discovery is a legal term of art which simply refers to the sharing of information between the two parties in a San Diego divorce. California family law requires full, accurate and transparent disclosures between the parties. The former spouses owe each other a fiduciary duty to continue to act in the other’s…
Discovery Versus Going Down the Rabbit Hole in a Divorce
It is important to understand the difference between genuine discovery versus going down the rabbit hole in a divorce. There are cases when propounding discovery leads to important factual evidence. There are also countless examples of parties in Carlsbad divorce cases who spend thousands in discovery investigations and motions which don’t lead to a profitable or satisfying conclusion. How can…