California parents know that child custody is one of the most difficult and sensitive issues in a divorce. Both parents want to preserve their relationship with their child, and it can be hard to reach an agreement on what custody and visitation should look like….
There are many ways in which your dog, cat or other pet is different from other items you own. For one thing, the animal is a living creature, and you may even feel that your pet understands what you say and perceives your emotions. You…
It is not a mystery that conflicts over money create tremendous stress in a marriage, and that more than a third of couples who divorce claim financial strain is the main reason for the downfall of their relationships. You may be among this group who…
Your divorce may be a very personal event. While you may find comfort in talking to friends about the emotional upheaval you are going through, chances are you want the final discussions and decisions to involve as few people as possible. This may be one…
No two California divorces are the same and some are undoubtedly more acrimonious than others. If you’re among those who worried that post-divorce child custody relations would be problematic, you are definitely not alone in your struggle. There’s a big difference, however, between not getting…
When the realization hits you that you cannot carry on any longer in your marriage, you may feel a mixture of relief and anxiety. Whether your marriage was contentious or simply empty, the decision to divorce opens new possibilities. As eager as you may be…
The process of ending a marriage is difficult. It is emotionally and logistically challenging to separate two lives, no matter how amicable the two parties may be. While divorce is never easy, there are options that could make the process slightly less complicated. One of…
Sabemos que hablar con un abogado familiar que lleve divorcios puede ser difÃcil. Aún cuando no haya tomado la decisión de llevar a cabo el divorcio, quizá puede estar buscando información del proceso y de cómo se llevarÃa su caso. Le compartimos algunas preguntas importantes…
At Contreras Law we understand that consulting with a divorce attorney can be difficult. You may not be ready to make the final decision regarding your divorce however you may want to understand more about the process and what it would involve. We share with…
According to family law attorneys’ prenuptial agreements are more common than they used to a few years ago. However, some couples don’t feel it’s necessary to draft a prenuptial agreement when they get engaged. You don’t have to own a lot of money nor have…