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When you are thinking about or have just married your spouse, divorce or an annulment is probably the last thing on your mind. In every state in the U.S., there are marriage requirements that come before you are permitted to get married to your significant other. Sometimes, these legal requirements are confusing and overwhelming, especially if you are taking the…
When you are going through a divorce and have children, you already know that there are many factors to be considered. Your children and your divorce may be high areas of tension for you because you love your children and want what is best for them during this confusing time. Many years ago, the court system would always give physical…
When most people are going through divorce and hear the word “mediation”, they may feel confused because they don’t know enough about the process, or scared because they have heard stories about how the process didn’t work for others. We, as experienced mediators, can assure you that mediation is sometimes the best option for your case depending on the circumstances…
In every state, there are qualifications that come into play when you are looking to end your marriage. In California, this is true as well. Whether you are going through a marriage or domestic partnership divorce and live in California, there are some things to remember involving residency requirements and filing documents. We can help. Residency Requirements for Divorce California…
Child support and custody matters are very different from one another; however, they still go hand in hand with each other. In many cases, one parent is still ordered to pay child support even if they have joint custody with the other parent. The possibility of child support does not go away just because two parents see their child. There…
In 2015, the laws changed for anybody in a same-sex marriage, as the U.S. Supreme Court made a major decision in Obergfell v. Hodges. Thus, same-sex marriage was legalized nationwide to have their marriages officially recognized by the states. Prior, problems were created, as those in same-sex marriages could be denied a divorce if they resided in a state that…
Over the years, many states have been good about enacting laws that help those who have fallen victim to domestic violence in their marriages. Thanks to these laws, it is now more comfortable and less difficult to receive a divorce when you are the victim of abuse, and there are ways to approach your case with ease. Today we will…
Divorce is a time in your life when many matters can become complicated and skewed, especially after the process has gotten started. Because you could eventually reach the point of no return where you and your spouse begin sorting through major issues, it is important to ask yourself: Is it really time to receive a divorce? You must be absolutely…
When you are going through divorce, you may be concerned about the impact that it could potentially have on your children. When two divorcing parents are able to co-parent in a respectful manner, it not only relieves stress on the parents, but also brings the best outcome for the children. High conflict divorce can lead to anxiety, stress, and acting-out…
What happens if the petitioner in a divorce serves the petition and summons, but the respondent does not file a response? To complicate matters more, what if there is no written agreement in the divorce? In these cases, after 30 days passes, you end up with what is known as a “true default” case. To move forward, you must turn…