What is the value of mediation in a North County divorce? Mediation is an effective tool to resolve areas of disagreement between the parties in many divorce cases. Mediation can reduce the emotional toll and stress associated with a divorce and in many cases significantly reduce the cost and time necessary to complete a divorce. Mediation is specifically designed to…
Divorce
A Positive Approach to Your Divorce in Carlsbad and North County
The attorneys at Burke & Domercq take a positive approach to your divorce in Carlsbad and North County. Our goal is to help our clients to work through their divorce in a way that accomplishes their goals and objectives, while reducing the time, emotional burden and cost associated with the process. If you casually ask most people considering divorce they…
Will You Have to Pay Spousal Support in Your North County or Carlsbad Divorce?
Will you have to pay spousal support in your North County or Carlsbad divorce? Many factors must be considered during spousal support negotiations, mediation or litigation. There is no finite spousal support computation under California law as one would find for child support. However, California’s family law code does specify several “factors” which must be considered including but not limited…
How Does Family Law Mediation Work in a Carlsbad Divorce
We are often asked “How does family law mediation work in a Carlsbad divorce?” The mediation process begins with the selection of a qualified mediator. Look for an experienced mediator who has a strong track record of success within family law mediations as well as a thorough understanding of family law and how it is administered in our Family Courts…
Retirement Assets and Property Division in a North County Divorce
How are issues such as retirement assets and property division in a North County divorce going to be handled? Does the social security, retirement accounts, retirement benefits or the pension of either or both parties come into play? Almost every North County or Carlsbad divorce case involves the division of retirement assets. The experienced divorce attorneys at Burke & Domercq…
How to Deal with Your House in a Divorce
Are you wondering how to deal with your house in a divorce here in Carlsbad or North County? California residents who are going through a divorce may be concerned how the process of a divorce may impact their mortgage or who gets to keep the marital home. This is a complex emotional and financial decision and it is best to…
How Do You Handle a Family Business During a Divorce
How do you handle a family business during a divorce? Can you keep the business running while ownership and associated property division issues are resolved? California business owners who get divorced will face crucial issues regarding the viability and division of a family owned company or business. This is why it is so important to consider a prenuptial agreement to…
Shared Child Custody and Parenting Time in Carlsbad
One of the most challenging issues in a North County or Carlsbad divorce can be shared child custody and parenting time. Each parent may have their own goals and perspectives, but there are a few things to know about child custody and parenting time in North County divorce proceedings: 1. The best interest of the child is paramount. California law…
Characterization and Division of Community Property in a Divorce
Who is going to get the house in your Carlsbad divorce? What about the living room furniture or the vacation home you have out-of-state? The characterization and division of community property in a divorce is one of the primary issues associated with the completion of any divorce. What is community property? Community property in California refers to all assets, financial…
How will Changes in Income After Your Divorce Affect Spousal Support
How will changes in income after your divorce in North County or Carlsbad affect your spousal support? While this is a complex legal issue, the short answer is a change in the income of either party may have an effect on spousal support. In some cases it may not. Spousal support is generally intended to ensure former spouses leave the…