Stay-at-home moms play an important role in society. While their husbands enter the workforce and provide financial support, these mothers remain at home to raise good kids. Of course, this arrangement often creates a power imbalance that can make divorce even more...
Oakland, California, Family Law Blog
Spousal support in the context of domestic violence
As a victim of domestic violence in California, having to pay spousal support to your one-time abuser after your divorce would add insult to injury. However, we at Christy, Keith & Donnell Family Law Group assure you that the court will likely not require that of you....
Do you get to keep the horse in a divorce?
Your horse may feel like an important part of your family. If that family is changing due to a divorce, you may worry who will receive ownership of the horse. Different states have different laws when it comes to who can keep a horse during a split. Keeping your horse...
How does the Hague Convention apply to international custody?
Arguing over child custody matters is something that occurs often when a relationship ends. You may have gone to court to secure orders about custody and determine all the details already in a California court. However, if your child's other parent is from a foreign...
How will immigration status affect your child custody case?
If you are an immigrant, whether legally or illegally, you may wonder how your immigrant status will affect your California child custody case. Do the courts favor U.S. citizens over non-U.S. citizens when determining custody. Though many individuals may think so, and...

