The mediation process is a tool that parties can use when trying to resolve a dispute much faster and less costly than going through a long-extended trial. Mediation is less formal than court. To start the mediation process parties come together with a neutral third-party…
Family law matters, such as divorce and custody of children, are often very personal and attract high-conflict litigation. That is why many clients strategically select the gender of their lawyer, and despite the opinion of others, this strategy can be beneficial, and more when it…
There comes a point in every relationship when the couple starts to think about the future. They have to decide if this is the person that they want to spend the rest of their lives with. If so, they may begin making plans to get…
Despite the conception that it’s still a man’s world, more and more girls and women make the decision to study and engage in one of the professions that has always been dominated by men: become a lawyer. And although this profession has advanced over the…
After divorce or separation, non-custodial parents in California are usually ordered to pay child support. This support is generally meant to provide for a child’s basic needs. However, it is possible to negotiate extras into a support order. If you’d like to learn more about…
People in California naturally hope that their marriages will last a lifetime, but, unfortunately, this does not always happen. This is why prenuptial agreements can be helpful. These types of legal agreements, also known as premarital agreements, allow couples to establish property rights terms for…
As a recently divorced parent in California, you might be stressing about your first post-divorce holiday season ahead. Many parents face tremendous challenges when they and their children are learning to adapt to new lifestyles. Keeping a few ideas in mind might help you worry…
