Family law blog

Divorce forces spouses to reinvent their financial positions while navigating intense emotional strain. The challenge is making business-savvy decisions without litigating issues beyond their value. For many families, real estate is a disproportionately significant marital asset. Given its importance, how should you approach buying and selling real property during divorce?

Domestic Violence Restraining Orders (DVROs) in California can provide protection for days, years, or even permanently, depending on the circumstances. This guide explains the different types of DVROs, how long each lasts, when orders can be renewed, and the factors judges consider.

Deciding what happens to the family home in a California divorce can be complex and emotionally charged. This guide explains how California community property laws apply to the marital residence, how courts distinguish between community and separate property

In California, mediation through Family Court Services is mandatory before a judge can decide child custody or visitation disputes. This guide explains when mediation is required, how FCS differs from private mediation, and how county rules can directly affect your custody outcome.

Mediation is still required in California child custody cases involving domestic violence, but it follows strict safety protocols. This guide explains how DV-focused mediation works, what protections are available, and what parents can expect in court-ordered and private mediation.

Child custody mediation is a required step in most California family law cases involving children. This guide explains how custody mediation works, what to expect in recommending and non-recommending counties, and how proper preparation can protect your child’s best interests and improve your outcome.

When mediation fails in a California divorce, it does not mean the case is lost or destined for unnecessary conflict. Understanding your options, staying organized, and working closely with experienced legal counsel can help protect your interests and keep the process focused on long-term outcomes.

Parents may request a modification when there is a substantial change in circumstances. Understanding the legal standards, required procedures, and common pitfalls can help parents protect their rights while working toward a visitation plan that supports their child’s long-term stability and emotional health.

Divorce in San Diego County involves specific court procedures, filing requirements, and mandatory steps that can significantly affect the outcome of your case. This guide explains where to file, residency rules, the divorce process, Family Court Services mediation, and how issues like property division, custody, and support are handled under California law.

An uncontested divorce in California may seem simple, but legal and financial risks still exist. This guide explains when you can file without a lawyer, the most common mistakes couples make, and how legal guidance helps protect your rights, assets, and future.

Relocating with a child after divorce is a complex legal issue in California that cannot be decided by one parent alone. This article explains how move-away cases work, when court approval is required, and how judges evaluate relocation requests based on a child’s best interests.

Spousal support orders in California can be modified when significant life changes affect either spouse’s financial circumstances. This article explains when a modification is allowed, what qualifies as a material change in circumstances, and how courts evaluate requests to increase, reduce, or terminate support.