Mediation is most likely to be effective when both people are open to sitting down and trying to resolve at least some of their issues through discussion rather than fighting everything out in court. This does not mean both sides must agree on outcomes before mediation starts, but there should be at least a willingness…
Parental alienation refers to one parent deliberately or persistently undermining a child’s relationship with the other parent, typically through manipulation, negative messaging, or interference with contact, until the child begins rejecting that parent without a legitimate reason. It appears most often in high-conflict custody cases, and California family courts take it seriously because it conflicts…
What Happens If Your Spouse Won’t Sign Divorce Papers in California?Your spouse refusing to sign divorce papers cannot prevent you from getting divorced in California. The state allows one spouse to pursue a divorce entirely on their own, and a non-responsive or uncooperative spouse does not have the power to prevent the divorce from happening….
An uncontested divorce means both spouses agree on all major issues, like property division, spousal support, child custody, and child support. A contested divorce means they don’t, and a court has to resolve what the spouses cannot. Uncontested Divorce in CaliforniaWhen spouses are able to agree on everything, the divorce process is significantly faster and…
California courts use a range of legal methods to collect overdue spousal support when payments are missed. All support orders remain enforceable until either the specified time passes or a new court order modifies the original ruling. If the person ordered to pay falls behind, different enforcement strategies can be applied, including: Wage Garnishment Bank…
Ending a marriage often involves resolving issues like property division, child custody, and support. Divorce mediation and litigation are two common ways to handle these matters, and each comes with its own benefits and challenges. Understanding the differences can help couples choose the approach that…
Spousal support, also known as alimony, is financial assistance one spouse may be required to provide to the other during or after a divorce or separation. The purpose is generally to help address financial disparities and maintain stability after separation or divorce.Temporary Spousal SupportDuring the divorce or legal separation process, before everything is finalized, California…
Remarriage can create new family dynamics, but in California, it usually does not directly change child support orders. Child support is set based on the biological or legal parents’ incomes and how much time each one spends with the child. When a parent remarries, their new spouse’s income isn’t counted for support unless there are…
If you’re going through a divorce in California and have received an inheritance, it is vital to understand how to keep it protected. Many people worry their inheritance will have to be split in a divorce, but the law provides ways to help you keep what was intended for you. Knowing how California treats inherited…
FLARPL stands for Family Law Attorney’s Real Property Lien. This legal option in California allows a family law attorney to set a lien on a client’s real property, usually a home, so that their fees can be secured during a divorce or other family law matter. Why Is a FLARPL Used?FLARPLs are useful in situations where…
