Why does the length of the marriage matter in a San Diego divorce? How does the duration of the underlying marriage affect many issues, including the division of community property and spousal support? California Family Law recognizes the real life implications of the duration of the marriage between the parties. When a marriage lasts for a relatively short period of…
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How Enforceable are Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements
Prenuptial and Postnuptial agreements are a good strategy to protect assets and establish reasonable agreements in the event a marriage ends in divorce. The principal reason to have a prenuptial agreement is to protect established intellectual property, a business or substantial wealth when contemplating a marriage. Any asset which is owned or acquired before the date of the marriage is…
The Genuine Benefits of Establishing Paternity in San Diego
There are genuine benefits of establishing paternity in San Diego not only for the father and child, but for the mother as well. It is important to understand the legal rights of an unmarried father in California. Here in our state, if a child is born to parents who are unmarried the mother retains all legal rights regarding child custody…
Child Custody and Parenting Time for a Special Needs Child
We are often asked for legal advice regarding child custody and parenting time for a special needs child. This blog is not intended to provide legal advice and counsel however we can provide insight for parents who might face decisions regarding divorce and or post decree issues associated with a special need child. A special needs child presents several challenges…
Why Do You Need Our Advice and Counsel in Any Family Law Matter?
Why do you need our advice and counsel in any family law matter? Why shouldn’t you just handle a divorce or any agreement with your former spouse during or after a divorce without an attorney? Family law is powerful, durable and there are no excuses which will suffice for failing to take prudent legal action. Failing to seek our advice…
Social Media Can Damage Your San Diego Divorce Case?
Did you realize that social media can damage your San Diego divorce case? What policy should you adopt toward social media, and in fact all communications, if you are facing a divorce in San Diego? It may not surprise you to learn that relationships on social media are a root cause of many divorces across California. What may surprise you…
Do You Have To Disclose a Coming Bonus During a Divorce?
Do you have to disclose a coming bonus during a divorce in Carlsbad CA? What about issues such as quarterly sales commissions, make up commissions for exceed year-to-date targets or annual bonuses and commissions? Does a substantial bonus or commission payment affect when I might consider filing for a divorce? The fact is you owe your spouse a powerful legal…
When Do You Need a Certified Family Law Specialist
When do you need a Certified Family Law Specialist? A Certified Family Law specialist has extensive experience, completed extra education and received the recommendations of fellow family law attorneys as well as Judges and Family Court personnel. Our attorneys have decades of experience in San Diego divorce and family law cases. The time you need a Certified Family Law Specialist…
Child Custody Parenting Time and Support in Cases of Special Needs
What happens in San Diego divorces which involve child custody parenting time and support in cases of special needs? Issues associated with child custody and parenting time are often some of the most contentious challenges of a divorce. Each child has their own unique circumstances, age and needs which must be addressed during the process of child custody and parenting…
What Happens if My Former Spouse Violates Orders in Our Divorce Decree?
What happens if my former spouse violates orders in our divorce decree? How serious is this and what can be done to get them back into compliance? The orders issued at the end of your divorce in San Diego are a “Court Order.” Violating a court order can and will lead to serious consequences. The leading sources of post-decree litigation…