From a financial perspective, there’s a lot at stake in divorce proceedings. Property division alone, depending on how it plays out, can either provide you with the financial stability you need post-divorce or leave you with an uncertain future. The outcome of a...
Oakland, California, Family Law Blog
How can I recover financially after a gray divorce?
Regardless of one’s circumstances, divorce seldom, if ever, leaves spouses in a better financial position than when they were married. After all, getting divorced is seldom a financial decision, it is usually an emotional decision and a path to a new, happier, life....
Taking action when domestic violence threatens your relationship
Domestic violence is a problem that can shatter a family’s dynamics. For married couples, domestic violence could spell the end of the relationship, leading to a divorce case that could become emotional and complex in a hurry. When children are involved, domestic...
Custody matters when one parent lives abroad
Child custody is a difficult family law matter for Oakland parents who live in the same city. From juggling schedules to ensuring that their shared child’s needs are met, parents may work incredibly hard to protect their rights and the requirements of their child....
Will mediation work for me?
When it comes to divorce, you have many options for how you handle the division of property and finalize arrangements for custody, child support and visitation. You can go through traditional divorce litigation, which is a time-consuming and expensive process, or you...
Domicile: a key issue to address in divorce proceedings
A divorce proceeding is often a confusing process and causes stress to individuals hoping to divide assets fairly. This process can become more complex when a spouse moves to a different state. When a spouse moves out-of-state, the first of many aspects to consider is...
Should you ask for spousal support when getting a divorce?
Sometimes, people may be shy about requesting spousal support as part of their divorce agreement. They might have concerns that doing so will make them look lazy or greedy. However, if you’ve made sacrifices in your relationship to benefit your ex, you deserve to...
Will my immigration status be impacted by my divorce?
Many Californians are granted conditional permanent residence to live in the United States for getting married to a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident. Under U.S. immigration law, assuming you got married in good faith, your status as a conditional resident...
Can I get legally separated instead of divorced in California?
California law allows for legal separation between spouses. The process for obtaining a legal separation is not very different from that of getting a divorce. Just as you would in a divorce, you will file a petition, serve it on the other party, and wait for an...
How will divorce affect my citizenship application?
Marrying a U.S. citizen is a common path many people take to become a U.S. citizen themselves. The point of immigration laws pertaining to marriage and citizenship is to allow you and your spouse to live in the U.S. without issue. However, if your marriage is not...

