How do judges evaluate relocation and move away child custody cases in Carlsbad and North County? While each case is unique and highly dependent upon the individual children and the facts of the case there are a few issues which must be consistently evaluated by the court in a relocation or move away child custody case. The most important issue…
Divorce
Calculating Goodwill in the Valuation of a Business During a Carlsbad Divorce
Calculating Goodwill in the valuation of a business during a Carlsbad divorce is legally and financially quite complex. Why is the valuation of a business and the associated Goodwill such an important topic in a divorce which involves business or professional practice? The ownership of a business or professional practice is one of the most complex issues you can face…
How Does Your Previous Standard of Living Affect Spousal Support
How does your previous standard of living affect spousal support in a Carlsbad divorce case? How will the standard of living be determined in your case? The standard of living enjoyed by the couple during the course of their marriage is one of the key factors when determining the need for and potential amount of spousal support. The general idea…
Why is Mediation Such an Effective Tool in a Carlsbad Divorce?
Why is mediation such an effective tool in a North County or Carlsbad divorce? The most direct answers are control, cost containment, peace of mind, and “stickiness.” Mediation provides a high level of influence for each party and our attorneys who represent you throughout your divorce. The parties have the ability to set their own rules for the mediation in…
Establishing the Valuation of a Business in a North County Divorce
What is the process for establishing the valuation of a business in a North County divorce? How will a business ownership or an interest in a professional practice be handled in the divorce? These questions are actually quite legally complex and this is why it is important to be represented by Carlsbad divorce attorneys with decades of experience in cases…
How Are Your Home Assets and Debts Divided in a Carlsbad Divorce?
How are your home assets and debts divided in a Carlsbad divorce? The legal term for these issues is “community property.” Community property is to be divided equally between the parties. While this may sound easy and straight forward, the reality is completely different in many Oceanside, Encinitas and Carlsbad divorce cases. Community property encompasses any asset or obligation which…
Relocation or Move Away Child Custody Issues in North County
Relocation or move away child custody issues are quite legally serious. What happens when one parent is transferred or wants to move away with the children after a divorce in Vista, Carlsbad, Encinitas or Carlsbad? Is your former spouse threatening to move away with the kids? Have you heard rumblings from friends or the children themselves? What action should you…
What are the Steps to a Divorce in Carlsbad and North County?
What are the steps to a divorce in Carlsbad and North County and what should you do to begin your planning and preparation? While every divorce in Carlsbad, Oceanside or Encinitas is unique there is a common process all divorces must follow here in San Diego. The basic process includes the initial filing, financial disclosures by the parties, negotiation and/or…
Fighting False Accusations of Child Abuse in a Divorce or Post Decree Custody Battle
The Certified Family Law Specialists at Burke & Domercq have represented the citizens of Carlsbad before our local family law courts in Vista and throughout San Diego for literally decades. Too often we have seen false accusations of child abuse or domestic violence during a divorce or post-decree child custody battle. This is a strategy some parties use to gain…
Crafting a Child Custody and Parenting Plan in North County
Are you concerned about crafting a child custody and parenting plan in North County which the court will approve? Are you struggling to resolve issues contained within aspects of child custody or parenting time because of a difficult former spouse? The Certified Family Law Specialists at Burke & Domercq have several decades of experience representing clients before North County family…