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....
How many domestic violence restraining orders are there?
Any divorce is going to be troublesome, but divorces involving domestic violence matters can be particularly difficult. In the event that you are going through a divorce in California that is related to domestic violence issues, you may wish to file a restraining...
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 will divorce affect immigration status?
If you immigrated to the United States and got married here, which allowed you to get a green card, you may have some challenges to face if you decide to then get a divorce in California. Immigration is a hot button issue currently. If you are not a legal citizen or...
How a lawyer can help you with a high asset divorce
Dividing assets during a divorce can be a complex matter, especially when dealing with business income or other high-value items. A lot of the questions that California residents ask us at Christy and Keith Family Law Group, P.C. have to do with property division. The...
What are early signs of domestic violence?
Many people believe that domestic violence is easy to identify. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Many violent relationships begin with normal, loving behavior, only to turn sinister as the relationship develops. Understanding the earliest signs of domestic...
Will divorce mediation be beneficial?
In California, there’s a rise in people turning to divorce mediation rather than immediately hopping to litigation. Today, we at Christy, Keith & Donnell Family Law Group, P.C., will discuss how mediation can hold numerous benefits for every party involved. First of...
Tips for successful divorce mediation
Couples who are starting the divorce process in California may be feeling many emotions. For couples that can communicate and work together, the emotional toll may be less if they use mediation instead of litigation. When done right, it can save time, money and...
What role does a divorce mediator play?
When couples in California decide to get a divorce, those of you who are on relatively decent terms may be able to make use of mediation and collaborative law in order to have a divorce that is less fraught with combat than traditional cases that go to court. FindLaw...

