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Divorce is hard enough as it is. Figuring out how to untangle yourself from a spouse whom you’ve spent years or even decades building a life with can be difficult, to say the least, and the emotional implications can certainly be overwhelming. As if that’s not enough,...
Domestic violence is an unfortunate part of many California family law cases. Domestic violence can be terrible for victims, and criminal charges can do extensive damage to the life of the accused. When a marriage ends with a history of these allegations, it is...
The image of divorce is not pleasant. Hollywood and mainstream media portray it as a brutal, long and costly process. The truth is that divorce can be messy, filled with conflicts, lengthy and cost you a lot of money; however, this is not the only way divorce can look...
Our economic landscape in California is hallmarked by the haves and the have- nots, and as a result, many choose professions with low unemployment and high income potential. Others choose public service to give back. What is often not discussed when we choose our...
If you have come to California as an immigrant, can divorce affect your immigration status? The answer is yes, but the details depend upon the exact circumstance of how you and your spouse came to the United States. If your immigration status is dependent on your...
For married domestic violence victims, the first step to freedom is usually a restraining order or an order of protection. And, many DV victims believe the last step is divorce. Indeed, the “just leave” mentality has become so pervasive that even DV victims do not...
Spousal support, also known as alimony, can be a difficult topic in divorce. No one likes the idea of a court telling them to make regular payments to their ex-spouse, especially if the divorce was acrimonious. What if the marriage was abusive? Can you be ordered to...
Domestic violence can affect California families in many ways. It can cause lasting emotional and mental problems for the victims of the abuse. It can also affect children who may just see the domestic violence occur. People may know that it also can affect parts of...
You sacrificed a lot to raise your family and support your spouse. When divorce occurs, you should be compensated for those efforts, especially if you’re going to struggle to be self-sufficient after your marriage dissolves. You may be able to obtain the support that...
Tragically, physical, emotional, and financial abuse is part of many California marriages. When a spouse decides that they have had enough of the turmoil within their marriage, they may file for divorce to end the relationship once and for all. While California is a...
