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I Know When We Married, But When Did We Separate? Determining Your Date Of Separation
The date of separation is a very important date in dissolution proceedings. There are a number of things the date …
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How Will the New Tax Law Affect My Divorce?
You likely have heard that Congress passed a substantial tax reform bill that was signed into law last month. Nothing …
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How To Set Boundaries And Co-parent In The High Conflict Divorce
The high conflict dissolution can be wrought with hostility, custody battles, allegations of abuse, restraining orders, frequent court hearings and …
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How to Prepare for Divorce: Legal, Financial, and Emotional Steps to Take Now
When considering divorce or separation, the first thing to do is to prepare for financial, family, and emotional challenges. Financial …
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How Does Divorce Impact Business Owners?
Many business owners understand that if they divorce their spouse, they may have some liability to pay spousal support, but …
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Hope for a Successful Start to the School Year
Across Southern California children are beginning an exciting new school year. As children adapt to days filled with school bells, …
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Child Support and Spousal Support in a Weakening Economy: How to Modify Your Support Obligations
The Economic Storm and Its Impact on Families Recently, there just hasn’t been any good news for the economic status …
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What is CASA? How Court-Appointed Special Advocates Help Abused and Neglected Children in Foster Care
Every child deserves love, care, and a safe environment to grow. Yet, countless children in the United States suffer from …
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Drafting a Divorce Judgment in California: The Ultimate Guide to Property Division, Spousal Support, and Custody Orders
In nearly all dissolution of marriage cases, the Judgment stands as the final word, either wrapping up disputes with a …
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Four Ways To Help Your Family Law Attorney Do A Better Job For You
There is a common saying; in criminal courts, you see the worst people on their best behavior. In civil courts, …
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Debunking 4 Common California Divorce Myths: Your Guide to Family Law Facts
Navigating divorce can be overwhelming, especially when misinformation from friends, family, or online sources clouds your understanding. California’s family law …
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How Divorced Women Can Rebuild Their Finances: Step-by-Step Guide to Financial Stability After Divorce
Within a marriage, a man and a woman’s financial circumstances are generally pretty much equal. But if a divorce occurs, …
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Fiduciary Duty in California Divorce: What Spouses Must Disclose (and the Penalties for Hiding Assets)
Divorce can be a complex and emotionally draining experience. Yet, despite the emotional turmoil, California law expects spouses to uphold …
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Understanding Spousal Fiduciary Duty During Divorce
In California, the relationship between spouses is governed not only by personal trust but also by legal fiduciary obligations. A …
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Choosing the Right Family Law Attorney
At first glance, it is a basic question. What are you paying for? Are you paying for an image? Are …
