Prenuptial agreements in North County and Carlsbad make sense for many situations. This can be a touchy subject for some parties as they mistakenly believe it is an acknowledgement in advance or a forecast that the marriage is doomed to fail. Nothing could be farther from the truth. Prenuptial agreements actually allow the parties to establish the rules instead of…
Family Law
Carlsbad Family Law and Divorce Mediation
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…
The Economic Emotional and Time Saving Impact of Mediation in a Divorce
What is the economic emotional and time saving impact of mediation in a divorce? In order to complete your divorce in North County including Carlsbad, Vista, Encinitas, Oceanside and Escondido every issue contained within the settlement agreement must be completely resolved. This includes (but is not limited to): Division of all assets and liabilities including the family home Child custody…
How to Establish Paternity in North County San Diego
How do you establish paternity in North County San Diego? If you are the father of a child in Carlsbad, Oceanside, Encinitas, Vista or anywhere in San Diego and want to protect your rights as a the father of your child what actions must you take? If a father is not married to the baby’s mother, does he have any…
Grandparent Visitation Rights Under California Law
What are the grandparent visitation rights under California law? What happens after a bitter divorce or a family argument. A recent case brings insight into a common question regarding California family law: Can grandparents seek court ordered visitation time with their grandchildren after a North County or Carlsbad divorce? California family law is written to honor the right to exercise…
Establishing Your Rights as a Father in Carlsbad
Establishing your rights as a father in Carlsbad may require more than some paperwork at the hospital or your name on a birth certificate. It is possible to establish paternity by signing a Declaration of Paternity, usually shortly after birth within the hospital itself. What happens if this is not the case? How does a father protect his rights to…
Experienced and Proven Carlsbad Divorce Mediator
Daniel Burke is an experienced and proven Carlsbad divorce mediator who is prepared to help resolve family disputes and legal issues throughout North County San Diego. Dan has decades of experience in family law cases and divorces in Carlsbad and across Carlsbad. This experience makes him one of the most sought after mediators for divorcing couples who need help resolving…
Balancing Issues of Paternity in Carlsbad and North County
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…
Spousal Support Has a Lot to Do with Previous Lifestyle
The award of spousal support has a lot to do with previous lifestyle and the ability of each spouse to achieve gainful, long term employment. Carlsbad family law courts are absolutely influenced by the lifestyle enjoyed by the parties during the marriage. In fact maintaining the “standard of living” of a former spouse after a divorce is the primary reason…
What is Mediation And how Can it Help in a Carlsbad Divorce?
What is mediation and how can it help in a Carlsbad divorce? Mediation is a cost effective and timely alternative to resolving differences in a Carlsbad divorce, child custody & visitation, child support, spousal support or family law dispute through litigation in a Court of Law. Mediation is designed to bring the parties in a family law dispute together in…