Divorce is challenging under the best of circumstances. But when child custody is involved, the process becomes much more complicated. Parents often disagree on who should have primary custody. However, it’s easy to forget the child could also have a preference for who they want to live with.Many states, including California, require family courts to take the child’s preferences into consideration. So how does this work? Can a child choose which parent to live with in California? Here’s a quick overview.How California Decides...Continue Reading...
Every couple faces different challenges during their divorce proceedings. And to be honest, every single case of divorce is unique, but many people have the same questions about what to expect from the process and whether an Indianapolis divorce lawyer is necessary. How Much Will My Divorce Cost?After evaluating your case, your divorce lawyer should be able to give you an idea about the total cost. More contentious proceedings naturally cost more because the negotiations tend to drag on, resulting in higher fees. With attorney's fees and...Continue Reading...
Experienced family law attorneys focused on helping you reach the best possible outcome in your family law caseWhen it comes to family law matters, there is nothing more frustrating than trying to fix a problem to which you do not have all the answers. For many people, their family law matter is one of the most difficult times of their lives. Virginia’s laws surrounding family matters are complex and can be difficult to understand. Whether you are petitioning for divorce or are facing a child custody battle, you will need to prepare yourself...Continue Reading...
You may know at least one person who has been through a divorce. They probably told you a horror story about how the process went down. Lots of people deal with stress, anxiety, worry, and other issues during a divorce. This is an emotional time for a couple calling it quits, and it can be emotional for others involved.Some divorce cases are more difficult to resolve than others. The longer the marriage lasted, the more difficult it can be to unbind two lives. It is possible to resolve divorce issues, though right now, it may seem impossible. Read...Continue Reading...
When you’re getting married, all you can think about is your bright future ahead and the plans you’re going to make with your spouse. What you aren’t thinking about is everything that could go wrong.Unfortunately, in the United States, about 39% of marriages end in divorce. While the rate has dropped since the 1980s, when it was at 50%, couples still face a lot of pressure when it comes to their relationships. They might both have to work in a time when the cost of living is rising, they may have student debt and credit card debt...Continue Reading...
Over the last nine years, I have had conversations with many people filing for divorce or in the middle of a divorce case in Riverside County, San Bernardino County, Los Angeles County, and Orange County. A question I am often asked is if an attorney is required to file for divorce and many are surprised that an attorney is not required. I generally explain that a person can handle almost any court case on their own without the assistance of an attorney, whether it is a divorce, a probate case, a civil case, or a landlord-tenant case, to name a...Continue Reading...
According to data reported by the National Healthy Marriage Resource Center, there are approximately 20% of children who have a minimum of one stepparent. In America, it is not uncommon for a parent to separate from a marriage and eventually enter into another marriage. When this happens, however, many stepparents will often seek some form of parental rights.Many stepparents will develop a very close connection with their stepchildren. Close relationships between stepparents and children serve to reinforce strong, loving environments for the entire...Continue Reading...
Before you jump the gun and file for divorce, you should be sure to do your research about the divorce process so you are prepared for what’s to come. There is much that goes into ending a marriage, including the distribution of your marital assets and debts, figuring out whether one spouse will help to financially support the other in the divorce, and more. Read on to learn about what you should expect when you file for divorce in PA.Grounds for Divorce in PennsylvaniaBefore you even begin the divorce process, you will need to know...Continue Reading...
